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Joanne

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Review for Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors, Evanston, IL, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

When I lost my son in 2005 I felt I floundered with very little support as I lived in a small country town. It was not until 2008 that I stumbled upon the newly established website " Alliance of Hope For Suicide Survivors"
I joined because I still felt the need for support from others who had experienced similar loss but mostly I wanted to offer my own support to the new members who were suffering unimaginable grief that had entered their lives with the loss of a loved one.
I personally found that this forum was not just a place to share ones grief but most importantly offered good advice and most importantly HOPE for survivors that Life can be good again after such tragedy.. eventually.

I am so thankful for this forum in my life as it was the lifeline I needed in my time of great need.

I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

Being a Senior Moderator on this forum I have had personal contact with other survivors and seen how they have progressed through their grief. When they join they are in such a terrible state of grief which is all consumming but with support and time it is so rewarding to see them come out of the fog of grief to once again lead a more contented life, be it different to before their loss.

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

Wish that we could somehow prevent suicide from happening. I know that is probably not a realistic thing that will happen but I can but HOPE.

Will you volunteer or donate to this organization beyond what is required of board members?

Likely

How much of an impact do you think this organization has?

Life-changing

Will you tell others about this organization?

Definitely

How did you learn about this organization?

Found it on the internet

What is this organization's top short-term priority?

Offer support and hope

What is its top priority in the long run?

Offering ongoing support and hope. Provide constructive information to survivors.

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

Role:  Board Member & I've spoken of my experiences on loss of my son to suicide to senior high school children with the hope that it may bring awareness of how prevelant it is in our society today.
 
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