Journey On LOSS Team (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors)
The Journey On Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS) Team provides postvention support to those who have tragically lost a loved one to suicide. The Journey On LOSS Teams offer immediate bereavement support, crisis response, long-term support programming, and prevention training in the He Sapa (Sacred Black Hills) of South Dakota.
Journey On LOSS Team
Partnering with local law enforcement, the Journey On LOSS Team responds on-site following a suicide to provide immediate support to the surviving family and friends. LOSS Team members offer compassionate presence, practical guidance, and connections to resources—helping survivors feel supported, understood, and hopeful in the earliest moments of grief.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group (SOS)
The Journey On LOSS Team monthly support group is a survivor-led bereavement group for adults who have lost a loved one to suicide. This group offers a supportive community where participants can learn coping skills, begin healing, and find hope alongside others who understand the unique challenges of suicide grief. The group provides a safe, non-judgmental space to share and process loss at each survivor’s own pace.
Meetings:
In-Person SOS Group Meeting Details:
When: Fourth Saturday of every Month
Time: 10 am to 12 pm
Where: Fork Real Cafe, 507 Main St. Suite Rapid City
Online SOS Support Group Details:
Journey On LOSS Team holds a monthly online support group via Zoom designed to provide a safe, understanding space for survivors.
When: First Wednesday of every month, starting January 7, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (MT)
Where: Online via Zoom
Contact us for Zoom Access information
Journey On LOSS Team Understanding Your Suicide Grief Classes
8 Week Understanding Your Suicide Grief Class is a free, eight-week class led by survivors of suicide loss. The program supports individuals who are newly bereaved as they learn about the unique nature of suicide grief, explore pathways to healing, and rediscover hope. The Journey On LOSS Team offers the class once in the spring and once in the fall. Class is open to anyone age 18 and older.