Mid-Shore Out of the Darkness Walk

10/23/2023

It’s estimated that one out of every two people in a given congregation has personally been affected by su***de.

Soul Shop for Communities introduces and explores how community members, particularly in the faith based communities, think and talk about su***de. Join us on November 7 from 6-8 pm at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Oxon Hill for a free event (registration required): https://soulshop-community-md2023.attendease.com/

Soul Shop for Black Churches is a one-day workshop designed for clergy, staff, lay pastors, and faith-based clinicians in the Black Church. Given the prominence of the church within Black communities, Soul Shop for Black Churches equips these leaders who are on the front lines of the mental health crisis to minister to those impacted by all the faces of trauma and struggle with regard to su***de. Register for the all-day workshop on November 8 in Oxon Hill: https://soulshop-md2023.attendease.com/

10/14/2023

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. Edmond is both a mental health clinician and a survivor of su***de loss, a dual identity he says can be hard to occupy. He once believed that because he was a psychologist, he couldn't share his personal loss with people. What Edmond now understands is that his status as a clinician doesn't lessen his grief, and that's okay.

This is "Edmond Yomtoob - Being a Clinician Doesn't Lessen the Grief of Loss, and That's Okay" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos…

10/07/2023

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. When Edmond's mother died by su***de, his family's Persian Jewish culture intimately shaped their experience of grief. He remembers sitting shiva — a seven-day mourning practice among Jewish people — with family and community, and feeling emotionally held and supported. For Edmond, this ritual was an important part of his grieving process.

This is "Edmond Yomtoob - Our Culture Can Intimately Shape the Way We Grieve" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

09/30/2023

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. When Tim's daughter Nina died by su***de, he remembers receiving an outpouring of support from his neighbors, including meals and flowers. But, he says, that support started to taper off about a month after his daughter's death, even though he was still grieving. For those who lose a loved one to su***de, Tim says, there's no timetable for the healing process, and that's okay.

This is "Tim Krivanek - Each Loss Survivor Grieves on Their Own Timeline" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

09/23/2023

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. Natalia knows that some participants might be hesitant about attending their first AFSP event, nervous it might resurface past difficult or complex emotions. But once you're there, Natalia says, you're surrounded by caring people who have gone through something similar and aren't afraid to talk about it. These events offer a sense of comfort that you're not alone.

This is "Natalia Chimbo-Andrade - You Are Not Alone, and Finding a Community That Understands Can Help Bring Comfort_1" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for…

09/16/2023

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. After losing her sister to su***de, Erika was not prepared to lose her father the same way. But there is hope for those who have lost multiple family members to su***de, who might be worried about their own mental health. You are a unique individual who can have different experiences with mental health, reach out for help, and advocate for yourself.

This is "Erika Barber - For Those Who Have Lost Multiple Family Members to Su***de, There Is Hope" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and…

09/08/2023

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline means hope and healing for those impacted by mental health, substance abuse and su***de. Call or text 988 24/7 to connect with a trained professional that is here for you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCUH019LQog ***de

09/07/2023

Here directly from Marylanders about how 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline saves lives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Tm3xEzTWgA ***de

09/06/2023

Hear from Maryland Leaders about why the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is so important: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-ZhM0Ggu5A ***de

09/05/2023

Thank you , , , , , and other MD legislators who supported ! In the year since its launch, the 988 helpline has connected thousands of Marylanders to critical mental health support. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XW-z4--RfmM

09/02/2023

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. In the first few years after Edmond lost his mother to su***de, he had a hard time making sense of the world and what had happened. With time and the support of his community, he has been able to accept what happened, and has learned how to live a full and present life, even through moments of sadness and anger about his mother's death.

This is "Edmond Yomtoob - Even As You Remember Your Loved One, It Is Possible to Live a Rich, Healthy Life" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for high quality…

08/26/2023

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. In 2018, Alexander Silver lost his friend Jonathan to su***de. Members of the military, Alexander says, have a lot of expectations of themselves to be perfect and cope with anything. But he reminds us that in order to grieve, you need to experience your pain, acknowledge it, and let other people see that it's okay to hurt sometimes.

This is "Alexander Silva - It's Okay to Not Be Okay, and to Let Others Know" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who…

08/19/2023

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. Dionne lost her young daughter to su***de. When talking with other survivors of su***de loss, she recommends that people to plan for anniversaries. For her daughter's birthday, she plans something fun, but for the anniversary of her daughter's death, she lets herself take time away from her usual activities and responsibilities. Over time, Dionne says, though her grief has not gone away, she has become stronger in carrying it.

This is "Dionne C Monsanto - When Navigating Grief, Planning for Anniversaries Can Help" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people…