Suicide support

[CA4836]

Hi.I am trying to find and reach out to anyone in the LGBT community whose partner has committed suicide. I recently experienced this. I found my partner which has caused me stress and more. Counselling has been good, helps for the moment, but kinda need someone who has experienced this to chat to or any referrals. Thankyou. This is very much appreciated.

[white knight]

Hi, welcome

I'm sorry for your loss. I'm not a member of the community you'd like a response from however I have had a brother and uncle pass that way and attempted also.

Grief is a process few can assist us with. Its when we begin to recover that strategies can be taken on board to assist with the new journey moving forward.

What I have done with any period of grief is find a hilltop and allow the process to take its course. I play youtube videos like youTube Maharaji Prem Rawat sunset... (google) and songs.

I dont know how I can help further. At least this post will put your post to the top hoping for more replies.

All the best. Repost anytime. This forum is available 24/7/365

TonyWK

[_bethy94]

Hi CA4836,

My deepest condolences over your loss and ongoing sorrow, it would not be easy by any means and I hope each day begins to get easier for you.

I'm not a member of the LGBTIQ community however there are general services available to support those affected by bereavement from a loved one who took their life.

One is via SuicideLine: they do online, video chats and telephone counselling for people in your situation. Each support service is free and available 24/7.

There is also StandBy who offer support after suicide. On their website standby support.org.au they have a virtual map under the "find support" tab where you can click on your general location and it will find you services near you. They also offer free telephone support 24/7.

Hope this helps even slightly. Best wishes

[Sophie_M]

Hi CA4836, we're sorry to read of the death of your partner, and how impact of finding him after he died has made the grief more distressing to work through.

There are peer support groups provided by Support After Suicide for people who have lost partners and family members to suicide: https://www.supportaftersuicide.org.au/index.php?uri=/our-services/for-individuals . You can give them a call directly to discuss what other resources may be available.

You're welcome to talk through anything you wish to here on the forums as well.