Suicide Prevention Resources

Suicide Prevention Coalition of Muskegon County

• spcmuskegon@gmail.com and find us on Facebook: Suicide Prevention Coalition of Muskegon County

Planning and Plans

• National Strategy for Suicide Prevention: National Strategy for Suicide Prevention and Federal Action Plan | SAMHSA Publications and Digital Products

How to Help Others

• • Classes and Trainings in Muskegon County.  Learn how to save a life. Look for SafeTALK and QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer)
  • After A Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools
  • How to Find a Culturally Competent Therapist
  • What is Racial Trauma and Its Effects on Mental Health I JED (jedfoundation.org)
  • Eliminating Mental Health Stigma for Boys and Men of Color
  • Prevention and Treatment of Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Among College Students: Prevention and Treatment of Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Among College Students | SAMHSA Publications and Digital Products
  • Helping Your Loved One Who is Suicidal: A Guide for Family and Friends: Helping Your Loved One Who is Suicidal: A Guide for Family and Friends | SAMHSA Publications and Digital Products
  • Treatment for Suicidal Ideation, Self-harm, and Suicide Attempts Among Youth: Treatment for Suicidal Ideation, Self-harm, and Suicide Attempts Among Youth | SAMHSA Publications and Digital Products
  • A Guide for Medical Providers in the Emergency Department Taking Care of Suicide Attempt Survivors: A Guide for Medical Providers in the Emergency Department Taking Care of Suicide Attempt Survivors | SAMHSA Publications and Digital Products
  • Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth: A Resource Guide for Professionals, Families, and Communities: Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth (sprc.org)

For Those Who Have Lost Someone to Suicide

• Survivors of Suicide Support: Meeting once a month in Muskegon County, email Emily for more information.
• From the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention; “I've lost someone to suicide.  You are not alone. Suicide affects millions each year, and thanks to our donors and volunteers—many of whom are loss survivors themselves—we can provide these resources to help you heal”. I've lost someone | AFSP
• A Handbook for Coping With Grief

For Those Who Have Attempted Suicide

• Muskegon area support group for those who have attempted suicide. For more information about joining this group please visit here or call 231-769-2679 or email for support.
• For those who have attempted.  From the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: After an attempt | AFSP
• For those who have had a loved one or friend attempt: When a loved one as made an attempt | AFSP
• Speak The Unspeakable. A YouTube series from Muskegon’s own Scott Teichmer: Speak the Unspeakable - YouTube