After a Suicide: Recommendations for Religious Services and Other Public Memorial Observances
Guidance for community and faith leaders planning memorials and supporting survivors.
What to do next
Call MDHHS Mandated Reporter Customer Service Hotline to confirm current services, hours, and eligibility before visiting.
Source & verification
A suggested script — adapt it to your situation:
Hi, I'm calling to ask about mental health counseling or support.
My name is [your name], and I'm interested in the MDHHS Mandated Reporter Customer Service Hotline program.
Could you tell me who is eligible for this program?
Could you also tell me your current hours and whether I need an appointment?
Thank you so much for your help.
Always introduce yourself and ask to speak with someone who can help with your specific need.
Status and response assistance after first attempting to address concerns with the local MDHHS office director.
Guidance for community and faith leaders planning memorials and supporting survivors.
Information sheets, a blog, and a moderated online community forum for survivors of suicide loss.
Suicide-prevention, intervention, survivor support, clinician resources, and support-group directories.
Survivor information, stories, support-group directory, facilitator training, outreach, and remembrance events.