National Resource Center for Suicide Prevention & Aftercare
The Link's National Resource Center for Suicide and Prevention and Aftercare (NRC) is a
leading resource in the country for suicide prevention and aftercare. It is dedicated to reaching out to those
whose lives have been impacted by suicide and connecting them to available resources.
Families who have experienced a loss through suicide receive unparalleled support while they grieve.
Please contact Program Director, Ginny Sparrow at 404-256-2919, for more
information regarding the services listed below.
Grief Consultations
at no charge
It is recommended that you
schedule a grief consultation before your first support group visit but it is not necessary.
Survivors of Suicide (SOS)
Support Groups
The SOS support group model was developed by Iris Bolton*,
Director Emeritus, in the 1970s following the death of her son.
The model has been replicated throughout the nation and has provided support for thousands of individuals and families for more than four decades.
There is no charge to attend the support group meetings.
Events & Outreach
Holiday Remembrance Gathering
The Link's House Next Door
Call Ginny 404-256-2919 for further information.
International SOS Day
Each year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving The Link hosts International SOS Day.
Individuals and families gather to honor their loved one. This event is open to the community.
NOTE: This site cannot be used to initiate emergency contact. We cannot respond on-line to crisis situations.
If you are in a crisis right now call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org, or
call the National Suicide & Crisis Hotline at 1-800-273-8255
If you are having a medical emergency, a safety emergency requiring law enforcement, EMS, or experiencing a fire emergency: DIAL 911.
*Resources
"My Son... My Son..." by Iris Bolton
"Voices of Healing and Hope" by Iris Bolton
Get In Touch
Sandy Springs Office and The House Next Door
348 Mt. Vernon Highway NE
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Cobb County Office - Mallard Cove
1820 The Exchange - Suite 650
Atlanta, GA 30339
If you are in a crisis right now call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org.
If you are having a medical emergency, a safety emergency requiring law enforcement, EMS, or experiencing a fire emergency: DIAL 911.