Bonham, Texas -- The Community Well Texas is excited to announce the first meeting of our LOSS Team (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors) and is actively recruiting volunteers to join this vital initiative. The meeting will take place on April 2, 2025 at the Bonham Family Life Center from 8:00-10:00 am or 5:00-7:00 p.m.
The LOSS Team is dedicated to providing immediate support to individuals and families who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide. Volunteers receive specialized training to offer comfort, understanding, and guidance when they are needed most. By joining, you'll play a vital role in helping our community heal and rebuild hope.
Volunteer Roles Include:
· First Responders
· Resource Folder Assembly
· Follow-Up Calls
· Writing Cards to the Bereaved
· Community Event Assistance
Qualifications for Volunteers:
· Empathetic and reliable
· Good listeners
· Comfortable interacting with bereaved individuals
· Background checks required
Join Us: We invite all interested individuals to attend our first meeting to learn more about the LOSS Team and how you can make a difference in our community. Your passion, strength, and hope are essential to our mission.
For more information, please contact Stephanie Chandler at schandler@cwtx.org.