Each attendee is encouraged to talk, but not required to talk. The facilitator would prefer you to say your name, the name of the person you lost, and the date the person died. If that is overwhelming for your first visit, then you can just sit and listen.

Suicide bereavement support groups are specifically for people who have lost someone to suicide. If you have attempted or are considering suicide, please call 1-800-273-TALK.

It varies by the different groups in Iowa. Some meet once a month, some meet twice a month, and some meet weekly.

Contact us and we will find a current group member or group leader to talk or meet with you before attending the actual group meeting.

The facilitators are either trained by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention or hold a college degree in a mental health related field.

Most groups are free with some groups asking for a small donation if food and beverage are served.

Yes, what is said in the group does not leave the group.

Contact Ryan Nesbit at info@aliveandrunningiowa.com or 641-990-4957 with any questions regarding support groups in Iowa or the surrounding states.