There is nothing shameful about suicide or the feelings behind it.
There may be pain, hopelessness, and feelings of isolation; but there never needs to be shame. And with help, there can be hope.
If you are in pain and would like someone to talk to, please call our crisis lines. We’re here to listen.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.
Samaritan volunteers are here to listen whenever you need someone. You do not need to be suicidal to call.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.
Samaritan volunteers are here to listen whenever you need someone. You do not need to be suicidal to call.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.
Samaritan volunteers are here to listen whenever you need someone. You do not need to be suicidal to call.
Suicide Bereavement Clinician Training
The suicide of a loved one can have a profound and sometimes devastating impact on those left behind, called suicide loss survivors. Bereavement after suicide may entail high levels of disorientation, guilt, regret, anger, shame, and trauma. Survivors may also be at risk for elevated rates of complicated grief and future suicidality themselves. This workshop is designed specifically for mental health professionals who may provide grief therapy for suicide loss survivors. It will provide a focused overview of the impact of suicide on survivors, and the clinical and support responses that are needed after a suicide occurs.
When: Tuesday, Jan. 25 and Wednesday Jan. 26, 2022 9am – 12:30pm EST
Virtually via Zoom Attendance at both days is required
About the presenter: Jack Jordan, PhD, is a licensed psychologist specializing in work with survivors of suicide and other traumatic losses for more than 45 years. He has published over 50 clinical and research articles, chapters, and full books in the areas of the practice of grief therapy, bereavement after suicide, support group models, the integration of research and practice in thanatology, and loss in family and larger social systems.
CEU hours are pending for Nursing, Social Work, LMHC, and Psychology
Registration Cost: $40 Refunds will not be available Scholarships available upon request
Space is limited and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with priority given to those serving Plymouth County and the Cape and Islands
As the seasons change and time moves forward, it can be a challenge to carry your grief alone. Join Sharing Kindness partner Sue Andersen later this month for a workshop based on reflection and restoration. Spend two hours moving mindfully and writing freely as you build compassion and forgiveness for yourself through your grief.
The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands is a non-sectarian organization dedicated to ending suicide by combating suicide risk conditions and easing the impacts of suicidal activity through fostering caring, connection, resilience, and public understanding.
Samaritan volunteers provide non-judgmental active listening to callers in need on our crisis lines, older adults in our Senior Outreach program, survivors in our Safe Place support groups for those who have lost someone to suicide, and suicide attempt survivors through our A Second Chance support program.
As members of the oldest and largest suicide prevention network in the world, The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands encourages our community to talk openly about suicide in order to best help and provide hope to those in need.
In the Cape and Islands region, we’re most well-known for our signs posted at the Bourne and Sagamore bridges imploring tourists and locals alike to call our crisis lines if they need to talk. Although our crisis lines are an integral part of our work, The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands offers a variety of outreach programs for people in need and educational opportunities for community members eager to learn how to help save lives.
Samaritan volunteers make a difference in the lives of our callers every day – just by picking up the phone. Our volunteers are a fantastic group of people who care. They are not counselors or therapists. They do not diagnose or offer solutions. They simply listen with empathy and compassion to callers who need to hear a friendly, caring voice.
It’s normal when you start thinking about volunteering with the Samaritans to wonder if you’ll be able to do all of this. But don’t worry. We’ll train you extensively in non-judgmental active listening and help you learn the critical skills necessary to be a Samaritan volunteer.
Without our volunteers, we couldn’t do the work we do. Will you help us make a difference?
The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands is a non-sectarian organization dedicated to ending suicide by combating suicide risk conditions and easing the impacts of suicidal activity through fostering caring, connection, resilience, and public understanding.
Samaritan volunteers provide non-judgmental active listening to callers in need on our crisis lines, older adults in our Senior Outreach program, survivors in our Safe Place support groups for those who have lost someone to suicide, and suicide attempt survivors through our A Second Chance support program.
As members of the oldest and largest suicide prevention network in the world, The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands encourages our community to talk openly about suicide in order to best help and provide hope to those in need.
In the Cape and Islands region, we’re most well-known for our signs posted at the Bourne and Sagamore bridges imploring tourists and locals alike to call our crisis lines if they need to talk. Although our crisis lines are an integral part of our work, The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands offers a variety of outreach programs for people in need and educational opportunities for community members eager to learn how to help save lives.
Samaritan volunteers make a difference in the lives of our callers every day – just by picking up the phone. Our volunteers are a fantastic group of people who care. They are not counselors or therapists. They do not diagnose or offer solutions. They simply listen with empathy and compassion to callers who need to hear a friendly, caring voice.
It’s normal when you start thinking about volunteering with the Samaritans to wonder if you’ll be able to do all of this. But don’t worry. We’ll train you extensively in non-judgmental active listening and help you learn the critical skills necessary to be a Samaritan volunteer.
Without our volunteers, we couldn’t do the work we do. Will you help us make a difference?
The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands is a non-sectarian organization dedicated to ending suicide by combating suicide risk conditions and easing the impacts of suicidal activity through fostering caring, connection, resilience, and public understanding.
Samaritan volunteers provide non-judgmental active listening to callers in need on our crisis lines, older adults in our Senior Outreach program, survivors in our Safe Place support groups for those who have lost someone to suicide, and suicide attempt survivors through our A Second Chance support program.
As members of the oldest and largest suicide prevention network in the world, The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands encourages our community to talk openly about suicide in order to best help and provide hope to those in need.
In the Cape and Islands region, we’re most well-known for our signs posted at the Bourne and Sagamore bridges imploring tourists and locals alike to call our crisis lines if they need to talk. Although our crisis lines are an integral part of our work, The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands offers a variety of outreach programs for people in need and educational opportunities for community members eager to learn how to help save lives.
Samaritan volunteers make a difference in the lives of our callers every day – just by picking up the phone. Our volunteers are a fantastic group of people who care. They are not counselors or therapists. They do not diagnose or offer solutions. They simply listen with empathy and compassion to callers who need to hear a friendly, caring voice.
It’s normal when you start thinking about volunteering with the Samaritans to wonder if you’ll be able to do all of this. But don’t worry. We’ll train you extensively in non-judgmental active listening and help you learn the critical skills necessary to be a Samaritan volunteer.
Without our volunteers, we couldn’t do the work we do. Will you help us make a difference?
Available Positions
Crisis Services Manager: The Crisis Services Manager takes a leadership role in overseeing the daily operations of the Crisis Line and National Suicide Prevention Lifeline programs, and supervision of Crisis Services staff and volunteers. This position works with the Volunteer Coordinator to support volunteers to ensure a safe and productive environment to provide quality coverage on the Crisis Line. The Manager serves in an advisory position to the Assistant and Executive Directors in developing the program’s goals and is responsible for implementing strategies to meet those goals. They demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and a deep understanding of the important role of volunteers. This position presents an opportunity to enhance a program that provides empathetic resources to those who reach out for support. For more information, click here: Crisis Services Manager Job Posting Outreach Services Manager: The Outreach Services Manager leads continuing development, implementation, and management of Samaritans’ active outreach programs: A Caring Connection (ACC) and Senior Outreach. This position will supervise the program’s volunteers and establish relationships to promote the services at various levels in the community. The Manager serves in an advisory position to the Assistant and Executive Directors in developing the program’s goals and is responsible for implementing strategies to meet those goals. They foster volunteer connection and exemplify empathetic support in all that they do in this role. This is an opportunity to refresh and expand programs that provide crucial support to vulnerable populations. For more information, click here: Outreach Services Manager Job Posting Grief Services Manager: The Grief Services Manager provides supervision and guidance to Grief Services volunteers and leads services dedicated to supporting suicide loss survivors. This position oversees Safe Place support groups, LOSS Team outreach and distribution of Care Packages. The Manager serves in an advisory position to the Assistant and Executive Directors in developing the program’s goals and is responsible for implementing strategies to meet those goals. This position presents an opportunity for the Manager to build and shape new and existing programs, informing policies and processes from the ground up. The ideal candidate is compassionate and empathetic, and has a deep understanding of loss survivor needs. For more information, click here: Grief Services Manager Job Posting Crisis Line Associate: The Crisis Line Associate provides support to the Crisis Line program by answering calls for approximately 10-20 hours each week during periods with the least amount of coverage as designated and assigned by Crisis Services Manager with the goal of building Crisis Line response capacity. In addition, Crisis Line Associates will perform other supervisory responsibilities as identified by the Crisis Services Manager. For more information, click here: Crisis Line Associate Job Posting