NEED2 Suicide Prevention, Education and Support

Works to prevent suicide and reduce stigma through community programs, training workshops, and accessible emotional and crisis support. Does not provide over-the-phone crisis support. Suicide Education and Awareness (SEA) Program provides free suicide prevention education to students in grades 8 and 10, and staff, throughout the Greater Victoria school system. Students learn about the warning signs of suicide, resources available to them, and how to help themselves and others. Support for Suicide Loss is a peer support group for adults who have lost a loved one to suicide; meets from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm every first Thursday of the month. Office hours vary Monday to Friday. Nonprofit society.