If you have lost someone to suicide, know that you are not alone. About 32,000 people in the U.S. die by suicide each year. There is help for you. Many people benefit by talking to others who have experienced the suicide death of a loved one. You may talk to group leaders and/or join a support group.

• About Support Groups

• Oregon Support Groups

• Oregon and Southwest Washington Suicide Bereavement Support groups and newsletter

• Suicide Grief Support Forum

Those who have lost a loved one to suicide are "survivors." Online resources:

• Suicide Survivors

• Coping with Suicide Loss

• SOS Handbook (pdf)

• Beyond Surviving: Suggestions for Survivors by Iris Bolton (pdf)

For more resources:

• Suicide Prevention Resource Center (pdf)

• A bibliography of books on suicide bereavement (pdf)

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255). You will be routed to the closest possible crisis center in your area. With more than 130 crisis centers across the country, our mission is to provide immediate assistance to anyone seeking mental health services. Call for yourself, or someone you care about. Your call is free and confidential. http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/