does anyone know if there is anything out there to help families of coping with a loved ones suicide?

Answer 1

Hiya,
Try this site, it seems to cover alot of different issues.

http://www.befrienders.org/support/index.asp?PageURL=bereaved.php

Take Care..

Answer 2

Hello, Im really sorry to here of your loss.
Ive lost a close friend to me in the same way only this year. There are plenty of places out there that can give you support. Your doctor will be able to refere you and your family to best help for you all.

Through my own experience ive found that "Talking about it openly" with your friends/family together is the best help ANYONE can ask for. Sometimes it best to talk and support eachother. You know and understand eachother better than any stranger out there. You know how to comfort eachother.

PLEASE remember though, through what has happened to you it is NO ONE FAULT. Those who take their own lives can ONLY be helped if THEY really want the help. If they dont, then there was never anything you could of said or done to prevent this. Even if you managed to postpone their thoughts for a time, they would still walk down that path in the end. Be it today, tomorrow, next week, next month. Dont let ANYONE in your family blame themselves for what has happened to you all. ITS NO ONES FAULT.

Listen to eachother. Allow eachother to cry, shout and scream. Comfort eachother with words and hugs. Everyone copes with this in different ways and it will only help towards your healing prosess to allow eachother to express your feelings in which ever way each and everyone of you need too.

Do this and I believe your all together will be the best help and support for eachother that anyone else on the outside could ever give you.

Answer 3

There is an 800 number, 800-273-TALK (8255) that is a hotline for suicide prevention, they may be able to assist with anything...also, the site SPAN USA is good...or www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org is a good site....good luck...and remember ..this is usually no one's fault. Mental illness is a very hard thing to cope with.

Answer 4

I was very young at the time when I experienced bereavment by suicide in the family and I remember my mum using the samaritans, hope this is of help.

Answer 5

although this probably isnt the answer your looking for its a very good one.

the bible offers hope for the future. you will see your loved ones that have fallen asleep in death in the near future. its Gods promise to mankind. dont worry, grief is natural. even jesus cried when his dear friend had died though he had the power to raise him.

look at psalms 37: 9-11. the meek shall inherit the earth and they shall indeed find their exquisit delight in abundance of peace. also look at the lords prayer. its clear as day. you will spend eternity with these loved ones.


just focus on the future. it will be here soon enough

hope this helps

Answer 6

I do know of a message board, but I dont know what it is called. Just go to google and type in suicide message board and it should pop up. This message board tells places you can get help and websites that can help. Good Luck!

Answer 7

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. It must be devastating.

I don't know if you believe in mediums, but sometimes they can offer comfort or help. Please don't take this the wrong way. I've heard of people who have have consulted them & they have relayed messages to them, having been told that their loved ones are happy & at peace.
I know this college is very reputable should you wish to sonsult one:
http://www.collegeofpsychicstudies.co.uk/index.html

I apologise if this was inapproriate in any way.

Answer 8

Yes there is: check with your local GP or health clinic for the nearest to your home: this is a difficult time for all.

Answer 9

my aunt works for samaritans, they will help u

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