Suicide

If you are thinking of Suicide - there are people who care about you, and who you can talk to.

Please call and talk to someone.

Helpline:

1-877-303-2642

24/7 professional and confidential help

Youth and Teen: - phone, text, chat line

If you are worried about someone who you feel may be thinking about Suicide, here are some resources that may help -

Preventing Suicide Information

CMHA - Preventing Suicide

Warning Signs - Children and Teens

Warning Signs - Adults

Warning Signs - Older Adults

Suicidal Thoughts

UofA Suicide Awareness and Prevention - supports UofA students

The death of a loved one is a traumatic event; and a death by suicide can leave family and friends confused, and maybe angry, as well as grieving the loss. Everyone has a unique way of grieving and of dealing with the emotions that follow a death by suicide.

After a suicide you may feel:

Anger

Helplessness

Guilt

Confusion

Shock

Disbelief

The resource below may help you begin to understand some of the things that you are feeling. But it is important to reach out for help, so that you aren't alone during this very difficult time.

ToolKit - for people who have been affected by suicide loss

A Victim Service advocate can help you to find community based resources that can be of help to you. Please contact us for more information.