Survivor Support

If you've lost someone to suicide, grief can feel isolating and overwhelming. You are not alone — and you don't have to carry this by yourself. These resources are here for you.

Suicide loss grief is unlike other grief. It often comes with unanswerable questions, complicated emotions, and a unique kind of silence. The organizations and support groups below are led by people who understand — because many of them have been there too.

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Important Notice

The ADOW Foundation does not provide therapy, counseling, or direct support group services. Resources listed on this site are for informational purposes only. We do not endorse or recommend any specific provider or group.

National Support Organizations

Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors

allianceofhope.org

A 24/7 online forum where survivors connect with others who understand their loss. One of the most active survivor communities online.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

afsp.org/ive-lost-someone

Guidance, healing resources, and a support group locator for loss survivors. Also offers clinician referrals trained in suicide bereavement.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Loss Survivors

988lifeline.org

Dedicated resources for people grieving a suicide loss — including how to cope, find support, and talk to others.

SAVE: Suicide Awareness Voices of Education

save.org

Support group database, survivor conferences, and the Named Memorial Program — a special way to honor your loved one.
(952) 946-7998

Sibling Survivors of Suicide Loss

siblingsurvivors.com

A community specifically for those who lost a sibling — because sibling loss often goes unrecognized in grief support.

Help Guide

helpguide.org

Practical guidance for navigating the emotional aftermath of losing someone to suicide.

Local Support Groups — Florida
Boca Raton

Suicide Survivors Support Group

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
4400 N. Federal Hwy., Suite 210
Contact: Joan Fine · (561) 392-7877
joan@afspflse.org
2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:30 PM · Free
Boynton Beach

Family Support After Suicide

8500 Jog Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33437
Contact: Ronny Cutler
(561) 369-3800
1st & 3rd Wednesdays · Free
Jupiter

Survivors of Suicide

Family Counseling Assoc., Inc.
4425 Military Trail, Suite 203
Contact: Kathy Legris · (561) 427-3330
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 PM · Free
West Palm Beach

JFS Suicide Survivors Support

Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family & Children's Service
5841 Corporate Way, Suite 200
(561) 684-1991
csternlieb@jfcsonline.com
Fort Lauderdale

Suicide Survivors Support Group

Broward General Medical Center
1600 S. Andrews Ave., West Wing Conference Room
Contact: Lorie Simmons · (561) 392-7877
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30–9:00 PM · Free
Miami

Survivors of Suicide Group

Contact: Patricia Reiss
(305) 629-9188
1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7:00–9:00 PM · Free
Vero Beach

Lost to Suicide Support Group

Mental Health Association in Indian River County
777 37th Street, Suite D104
Contact: Carolyn Kravitz · (772) 569-9788
Free · One-on-one and group available
Weston

Survivors of Suicide — Bilingual

Cleveland Clinic Weston
2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd.
Johanna Malaga (Bilingual) · (954) 384-0344
2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:00–8:30 PM · Free

If you or someone you know is in crisis

Call or text 988

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential, 24/7

You can also text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line) or call 911 for immediate emergencies.