SUICIDE & DEPRESSION

Suicide and Depression

Suicide Prevention

Coping With Loss

Survivor Support Groups

Myths and Facts (PDF)

Help In A Crisis (PDF)

Coping With Loss

You are not alone. Support is available if you have lost someone to suicide.

While the grief of suicide is unique, there is no need to grieve alone. There are a variety of supports available to you - the survivor of suicide. We list sources of support to assist you through your healing process.

Family and Friends
You may also benefit from expressing your feeling about the suicide to caring families and friends. You may need to take the initiative to talk about the suicide, share your feelings and ask for help.

Faith and Spirituality
You may find comfort in religious or spiritual activities, including talking to a trusted member of the clergy.

Counseling Services
If you or a loved one feel the need for professional counseling, contact the Cuyahoga County Community Mental Health Board's 24 hour Mental Health Crisis, Information and Referral Line for Adults and Children at 216.623.6888, or your health care provider.

Remember, you are not alone.

In most cases, the depression that so often precedes suicide is both recognizable and treatable.

In Cuyahoga County
216.623.6888

In Geauga County
440.285.5665 or 888.285.5665

In Summit County
330.434.9144

In Lake County
440.953.8255

In Lorain County
800.888.6161

In Medina County
330.725.9195

In Portage County
330.678.4357

IN CRISIS
1.800.273.TALK(8255)

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