The first-ever guide for suicide attempt survivor support groups was created by DiDi Hirsch Mental Health Services, a prominent member of the Lifeline’s national network of crisis centers. Based on DiDi Hirsch’s experience with a peer support group for attempt survivors, the manual guides organizations on safe and effective approaches for facilitating an 8-week support group for suicide attempt survivors.
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The group was established by Lifeline Associate Director Shari Sinwelski in 2011, who was then the Associate Director of DiDi Hirsch’s Suicide Prevention Center. The Lifeline’s recommendations for establishing such a group was a strong influence on Didi Hirsch’s decision to establish this group.
