Survivors of Suicide Tucson Slef Help Support Group
The death of a loved one by suicide presents special problems in grieving. There is often more shock, a greater sense of injustice, more guilt and blame, and a heightened sense of helplessness; and these all tend to complicate the healing process for survivors. There is a safe place in our community for to share their loss with others who are experiencing similar thoughts and feelings. Welcome to SOS Tucson. We are a self help support group and are here to help you talk about your grief and loss. Please know you may go home after the meeting feeling more sorrow and a little “raw”. It is okay and natural. In order to make this group a helpful group for you and the others around you, we have a few guidelines.
1. It is important that we do not interrupt or agree out loud when others are talking, Please remain quiet if others are speaking. Cross talk is confusing and disrespectful to others.
2. Respect the opinions and experience of others.
3. Share the time in the group. Keep your comments brief this is a large group and we need to share. Remember everyone is hurting.
4. We are a support group. This is not a substitute for therapy therefore; don't expect others to solve your problems of offer you therapeutic advice. If you need other types of support or counseling, please see facilitators after the meeting.
5. The information of all participants is CONFIDENTIAL.
6. If the group is too intense for you, please inform a member that you need to leave, and go ahead. You will not be judged.
7. Though at times we understand you might feel like giving up, please know we are not a crisis support group. If you feel suicidal, tell one of the facilitators who can direct you to get the right help.
8. Give yourself a chance. If tonight's meeting doesn't do it for you come back at least three more times before deciding that you are better off somewhere else.
Please note that at the last fifteen minutes will be directed at solutions. We need to provide positive solutions as we are a support group. Please keep in mind you are not on this journey on your own.
Survivors Of Suicide Tucson
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