Heartache2Hope

Heartache2Hope is the only organization in Ontario providing a comprehensive program of supportive services aimed at reducing the impact and long-term effects of suicide loss. Compared to the general public or people grieving other types of losses, suicide loss grievers are at higher risk for psychiatric disorders (PTSD, depression, anxiety, Prolonged Grief Disorder). Now reaching over 380 individuals annually, our supportive programming’s goal is to strengthen grievers' resilience and reengagement in life. We promote renewed psychological wellbeing through trauma and grief education, teaching coping strategies, emotional support, social connection, and professional counselling. Our supportive program of Individual & Group Supports for children and adults includes professional Individual Grief Counseling and Peer Support, specialized Trauma Therapy, Open and Closed Support Groups, and Wellness Activities. These different services provide help with trauma immediately after a suicide loss, and over time with the grieving process