Survivors of Suicide
Albuquerque, NM
From grief to growth, from sorrow to strength.
Mission Statement
As survivors of suicide we believe sharing our personal stories will begin our journey to a place of healing and help others to heal.
History of SOS Albuquerque
Founded in 1978 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Survivors of Suicide Loss, is a volunteer support group that serves the needs of people suffering the loss of someone they love by suicide.
We hold six meetings every month ( two are moms groups), that are free and open to all. SOS hosts presentations and discussions that are relevant to survivors of suicide throughout the Albuquerque area.
SOS meetings are attended by both recent and long-time survivors, all of whom benefit from the sharing of experiences and approaches to the loss through suicide.
In addition to the survivors, the meetings are also frequently attended by mental health professionals who offer their various perspectives on unexpected death, grief and bereavement, guilt, responsibility, and mourning.
Survivors of Suicide Inc. is a nonprofit, nonsectarian, self-help support group system for those who have lost a relative or friend through suicide. The Survivors of Suicide volunteers are dedicated to providing information and support to assist in the grieving and healing process. It is a support group of people who help one another through the stages of grieving.
We share feelings of guilt, anger frustration, emptiness, loneliness, and disillusionment. For some, it is hard to identify or even to understand their feelings. Through others’ expression of what they are feeling, we begin to have a better awareness of what is going on inside us.
( By – Richard Schwoebel, Founder SOSABQ )
SOS NM Peer Support Groups
* 1st and 3rd Monday nights 7 pm In-person - Shepherd of the Valley Church 1801 Montano Rd. NW
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* 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 1 pm -St. Luke Church, 9100 Menaul NE
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* VIRTUAL are now only on 2nd Monday at 7pm & 3rd Saturday at 1pm - Email sosinabq@gmail. com for the link.
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If you are not already on our email reminder list for any of these groups and want to attend- send an email request to
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Zoom Tutorial:
Mother's Peer Support Group
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3rd Friday afternoon in person
Mothers, grandmothers, and aunties are welcome to attend from 12-1:30 p.m. at St. Michael's and All Angels Church, 601 Montano Rd. NW.
Last Friday SOS Moms Coffee Meet-Up
Monthly at 9:30 am at TBD
Contact Vivien or Beth for more information and to check if there is a meet up that month. 505-307-4393 and 505-459-3442
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SOS has begun collaborating with Heartlight to expand the number of programs available for grief support in NM
About Heartlight NM
Since opening its doors in 2001, HeartLight has grown from a single monthly group in Denver into a welcoming community with virtual and local peer support groups, workshops, seminars, and educational resources offered across Colorado and through partner and satellite locations nationwide, including New Mexico. HeartLight offers spaces where people can connect with others who “get it,” feel truly seen and understood, and find a sense of belonging that helps ease isolation and other challenges that can come with grief. Please see the website for more information about the HeartLight mission, team, and program offerings: heartlightcenter.org.
Contact with any questions: Genna Reeves, Ph.D., New Mexico Community Liaison
Suicide Loss Support with HeartLight Center in New Mexico
Sudden & Traumatic Loss Support Group
A support group for adults navigating sudden, traumatic, and unexpected losses, including suicide, accidents, medical circumstances/trauma, substance use/abuse, and violent death/homicide.
In-Person
Meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday
Daniels Family Funerals - Carlisle
(3113 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110)
5:30 – 7:00 PM
Virtual
Meets monthly on the 4th Tuesday
5:30pm PT / 6:30pm MT / 7:30pm CT / 8:30 ET
Register for Zoom link
Suicide Loss Grief Support Group
An open peer support group for adults grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide.
Virtual
Meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday
5pm PT / 6pm MT / 7pm CT / 8pm ET
Register for Zoom link
Substance Loss Grief Support Group
This group is open to individuals whose suicide loss included substance use or substance abuse as part of the life/death narrative.
In-Person
Meets monthly on the 1st Thursday
Daniels Family Funerals - Alameda
(9420 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114)
5:30 – 7:00 PM
Virtual
Meets monthly on the 4th Tuesday
5:30pm PT / 6:30pm MT / 7:30pm CT / 8:30 ET
Register for Zoom link
REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS
https://heartlightcenter.org/events-calendar/
720-748-9908
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Are You In Crisis?
Are you feeling desperate, alone, or hopeless?
Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988
Your call will be routed to the nearest crisis center to you.
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Call for yourself or someone you care about
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Free and confidential
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A network of more than 130 crisis centers nationwide
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Available 24/7
NMCALCrisis Line:
1-855-NMCRISIS (1-855-662-7474)
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Peer-to-Peer Warmline:
1-855-4NM-7100 (1-855-466-7100)
or visit our website at http://www.nmcrisisline.com