Finding Hope After Loss
To those who have lost a loved one to suicide, know that you are not alone.
The pain you carry is profound, and your grief is valid—there is no “right” way to mourn such a loss. Healing may feel distant, but through time, support, and compassion, it becomes possible to find moments of peace and meaning again. Reach out when you’re ready; there are communities, counselors, and others who have walked this path and are here to walk beside you. Your story matters, and your journey through loss deserves care and understanding.

Survivors of Suicide Loss Bereavement Group (Birmingham)
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This free support group meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday evenings and is hosted at the Crisis Center in Birmingham.
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To join, call the Crisis Center at (205) 323-7777 to schedule an intake.
Alabama Suicide Prevention & Resources Coalition (ASPARC)
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Based in Hoover, ASPARC offers resources specifically for suicide loss survivors, including support group directories, grief tools and reading materials.
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Contact: info@asparc.org or (205) 677-6116.
Crisis Center Birmingham
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Provides a range of support services, including suicide bereavement groups, a 24/7 crisis line and specialized support for youth and seniors.
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Location: 3620 8th Ave South, Suite 110, Birmingham, AL 35222.
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Crisis Line: (205) 458-3371. Psychology Today+4Crisis Center+4Psychology Today+4
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Alabama Chapter
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Offers programs like Healing Conversations, which connects recent loss survivors with trained volunteers who have also experienced suicide loss.
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They also host annual events such as International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. AFSP+1AFSP+1
Wings Across Alabama
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Provides peer support and resource navigation for mental health and suicide-related issues.
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Warm Line: 1-844-999-4647. Wings Across Alabama
Tuesdays Together (Hoover)
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A weekly counselor-facilitated grief support group open to all types of loss, including suicide.
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Meets in Hoover, AL 35226.
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Contact: (205) 512-3071. Psychology Today+1Psychology Today+1