This Calendar of Events is for Youth and Families involved in child-serving systems or services like mental health, DHHS, the courts or school services. Opportunities below offer a gathering place and environment to provide feedback that will redesign services to meet the needs of youth with behavioral challenges and their families.
Thu. 14
Suicide Attempt Survivors Support Group (ages 18+) | 12:00 am-12:00 am Muskegon | 1700 Clinton Street
This is a monthly support group specifically for individuals (age 18+) who have attempted suicide. This group is led by 2 peer facilitators, both of whom are suicide attempt survivors, one of whom is a licensed mental health clinician. Discussion may include: sharing of personal struggles and anxieties, finding hope and purpose, ways to share...
Suicide Attempt Survivors Support Group (ages 18+)
September 14 @ 12:00 am
An event every 0 months that begins at 12:00 am on day Second of the month, repeating indefinitely
This is a monthly support group specifically for individuals (age 18+) who have attempted suicide. This group is led by 2 peer facilitators, both of whom are suicide attempt survivors, one of whom is a licensed mental health clinician.
Discussion may include: sharing of personal struggles and anxieties, finding hope and purpose, ways to share your story with others (friends, family, therapist, or even the community at large to seek positive change), coping strategies, knowing when to seek help, etc.
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It is estimated that for every 1 death by suicide, there are 30 suicide attempts. The vast majority of people who survive an attempt do NOT later die by suicide, but go on to live meaningful lives.
Many, but not all, suicide attempts result in receiving treatment via psychiatric hospitalization and/or outpatient treatment. While some survivors of suicide attempt also require physical/medical care due to injury, others may have survived without anyone ever knowing they attempted.
A common factor, however, is that due to stigma, shame, guilt, and often fear of discrimination, suicide attempts are frequently kept secret. This secrecy can lead to feelings of isolation, and make it difficult to find support.
All survivors of suicide attempt, including aborted and interrupted attempts, are welcome at our support group. We are a welcoming and diverse group, and we are grateful you are here. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
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This group meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7 pm – 8:30 pm in the Boardroom at Mercy Health Hackley Campus, 1700 Clinton St., Muskegon, MI.
Walk-ins and referrals are welcome. If you or someone you know may be interested in attending, and would like more information, please contact Scott Teichmer at (231)769-2679 or spcmuskegon@gmail.com .
