A day for those survivors of suicide loss and those who have survived an attempt to come together to connect, encourage, and find a sense of hope
Leader
Denise Holcomb
Location
12200 Fairhill Blvd Cleveland, OH 44120
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (ISOSLD) is an event in which survivors of suicide loss and those who have survived an attempt come together to connect, encourage, and find a sense of hope through their mutual experience of loss.
This year, Removing The Stigma will offer its 1st annual International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day event, on Saturday, November 19, 2022. We have designed a unique program for this day. The theme of the project is "A Day to Remember." The program will begin with a short presentation, followed by individuals having the opportunity to share memorable stories of loved ones. Guests will enjoy a hearty, healthy light meal as they prepare for an afternoon of painting. They will have the opportunity to create a memorable keepsake, through our “Paint & Remember “ activity. This is derived from the popular “Paint & Sip.” The program will end with a moment of silence and balloon release as we remember those we love. Removing The Stigma and our guests end the day alongside new friends.
Limited participants. Youth who have lost a loved one or friend who has died by suicide are welcome to come with an adult.
After will have reached our monetary goal for the "A Day to Remember." event project we will move forward with the following:
Due to the explosions of death by suicide in the last decade, along with the effects of the pandemic, the number of survivors has increased as well. When someone losses a loved one who has died by suicide the feelings they experience are sometimes referred to as “left behind grief.” This type of grief always comes with many questions and emotions; such as “why, feelings of guilt, as well as the sudden shock of a life gone too soon.”
This leaves survivors feeling lost, and alone, in turn perpetuating the cycle of depression, suicidal ideation, or suicide. This event is to support those who have lost someone who has died by suicide or has survived an attempt. In a compassionate, safe space, where they can share stories, memories, tears of pain, and confusion, within a community of people who may have walked the same journey, but on different paths. They leave with a new sense of hope, healing, and meaningful relationships.