This is a SAMHSA sponsored webinar presented by Mental Health America (MHA).
TW: this session will discuss death by suicide, the aftermath of a death, and the experiences of those bereaved by suicide. Please take care of yourself while consuming this information and reach out to a crisis line if you need immediate support: 988lifeline.org.
When someone dies by suicide, many are left alone, struggling through their grief. The bereavement period of a death can exacerbate or initiate mental health conditions and serious mental illness for those left trying to cope. This session will highlight the impactful work of LOSS Teams (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors), which provide immediate support to those impacted by a death by suicide within hours or days after the event. LOSS Teams are composed of trained individuals who have experienced a similar loss and offer emotional care, practical help, and strategies for navigating the complex grief process.
Through this 60-minute session, we will discuss:
- The impact a death by suicide can have on the mental and emotional health of those grieving
- The structure of LOSS teams and their unique approach to community and peer support
- How LOSS teams are making a difference in the mental health of those affected by a death by suicide
Presenters
Paul Jaquith, LCSW, CAP, President/CEO of Mental Health America of Southeast Florida. Paul is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addictions Professional.
Phil Bulone, Ph.D., LOSS Team Director, Mental Health America of Southeast Florida. Director of the Broward LOSS Team (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors) with MHA of Southeast Florida/FISP.
If you have any questions, please contact Kelle Masten via email at kelle.masten@nasmhpd.org
Live closed captioning and ASL interpreters will be available for this webinar.
***Post materials will be emailed to you within a few days after the webinar. This will include the recording link, powerpoint slides and a certificate of attendance as we do not offer CEU credits.
