Suicide Survivor Services
A suicide survivor is someone who has lost a loved one to suicide. Losing a loved to suicide can be extremely painful. The grieving process can be long and difficult. HELP!Line
provides several services specifically designed to support
survivors as they are coping with their loss.
The HELP!Line
is available 24-hours a day to listen and provide support
for any survivor by calling 211 or (605) 339-4357.
Packets
These packets are filled with helpful information and
resources about the grief process. They are given or
mailed to any survivor that requests one in South Dakota.
Please contact the HELP!Line Center to request a packet.
Classes
A nine week educational/support class for survivors after suicide is offered in Sioux Falls three times a year at no charge. The class is structured with specific topics discussed each week and is taught by a survivor and mental health professional. Any survivor is welcome, however pre-registration is required. To inquire, please call 211 or (605) 339-4357.
Support
Groups
A monthly support group facilitated by a survivor, who
is a social worker, is provided at no charge. The group
is an open support group that is unstructured.
Newsletter
A newsletter is produced for any survivor wishing to be on our mailing list. It contains
inspirational poems, articles and the latest information
about survivor services.
LOSS
Program
This program is a Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors that works with the Sioux Falls Police Department and Minnehaha County Sheriff's Department to provide a volunteer support team visit to survivors immediately following the news of their loved one's death. The team members consist of volunteer mental health professionals and volunteer survivors.
Please contact the HELP!Line
by dialing 211 or (605) 339-4357 for more information
regarding any of these services.