The impact of suicide deaths can be devastating for close friends and family, as well as the larger community including schools, employment settings and other organizations. Dynamics around suicide can increase stigma and risk for vulnerable populations. Helping individuals and groups find support can be strengthened with some of the resources available in NH and through an integrated response guided by best practices. Through a systemic approach, technical assistance and training, our state is building capacity to respond to suicide deaths and reduce risk for those affected. This workshop will provide an overview of postvention practices and concepts after a suicide occurs; a statewide response and a regional response, and resources available to support individuals, schools and communities in healing from a sudden traumatic loss, and how suicide postvention becomes suicide prevention.
