Suicide Postvention is any activity following a suicide that promotes recovery and healing among those affected by the death. Postvention can help prevent any negative effects of suicide exposure, such as complicated grief and suicide contagion.
The Postvention Toolkit for a Suicide Loss: Resources to Help Others Support their Communities After a Loss is meant to equip communities in Yamhill County with a better understanding of how to support survivors navigating the practical and emotional concerns after a death by suicide in a way that is sensitive to the unique issues associated with suicide.
The toolkit is designed for individuals in the following roles:
- Faith leaders
- Law enforcement
- School administrators and staff
- Parents and guardians
- Non-clinical providers
- Community members
If you have any questions or would like more information, please email our Suicide Prevention Coordinator at murrayk@yamhillcounty.gov or give us a call.