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LOSS Team

Local Outreach for Suicide Survivors

For immediate support, dial 911.

Get connected with our services by asking for the LOSS Team from Copper Shores Victim Support.

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LOSS Team Services

The Local Outreach for Suicide Survivors (LOSS) Team supports those who have experienced suicide loss with a variety of postvention services. This program is provided at no cost, serving Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon counties.

For Non-Immediate Support

Dial (906) 523-5920 and select option 2 to connect with a member of the LOSS Team at Copper Shores Victim Support. If you are calling after-hours, leave a message on this secure line and a LOSS Team member will get back to you when business hours resume.

Delivery of Death Notices

Informing families of their loved one's passing in a timely and compassionate manner.

Connections with Resources

Pointing family members to variety of community resources that can support their healing journey.

Support at The Scene

Aiding family members in achieving basic well-being during this difficult time.

Help Inside the House

Assisting with the immediate organizational and cleaning needs at the scene.

Advocacy as Needed

Mediating difficult conversations between family members and emergency responders.

Meet the

LOSS Team

Virginia Lambert - Featured Image

Virginia Lambert

Program Director - Victim Support
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Ayla LaRoe - Featured Image
Ayla LaRoe - Featured Image

Ayla LaRoe

Victim Advocate
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Thank you

Funding Generously Provided By

MDHHS Division of Victim Services

Thinking About Suicide?

Help is Available

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Call or text 988 at anytime, or visit 988lifeline.org. 

How to Support

If you are interested in supporting the work being done by the LOSS Team, please consider becoming a one-time or monthly donor. Your generosity helps ensure families in our community have support in their darkest hour.
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