"Because we are building a nationwide community of support and awareness."Emily Smith
When (starting Nov 14, 2012): 2nd and 4th Weds of every month7 - 8 p.m.
Where: MUC International Roomon the campus of SIUEEdwardsville, IL
Who:Students, faculty, and staff of anyone who has lost a friend or loved one to suicide are welcome
Contact:Amanda at SIUEMISSA@yahoo.com
This support group is not intended to counsel individuals who are thinking about attempting suicide or are in need of mental health care. If you are having suicidal thoughts and need immediate assistance, please call SIUE counseling services at 618-650-2842 or go to the nearest emergency room.
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MISSA is a formal student organization at SIUE to help provide support to family members and friends of those affected by mental illness and suicide in the campus community through support groups lead by peer to peer coaching.
MISSA is partnered with Karla Smith Foundation, SIUE School of Nursing, and SIUE Counseling Services.
Participating in support groups will help you meet other individuals who share similar experiences and together we help discover strategies for a more peaceful life.
We admire you all so much for the way you have turned your own grief into hope for an ever growing number of families. It's testimony to the enormous good that can be accomplished by just a few.” Ginny Lucido, O'Fallon, IL.