Contributions by Carla Stumpf Patton
![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2023/2023nov-survivorday2.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 18, 2023 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/16/2023 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2023/2023sep-video-suicideloss.jpg)
Video recording of webinar to discuss perspectives from Suicide Loss Survivors about their bereavement experience.
9/26/2023 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2023/2023sep-video-10things.jpg)
Video recording of webinar to shed light on truths around suicide loss and the deep healing that arises from our shared understanding.
9/18/2023 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2022/2022nov-survivorday.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 19, 2022 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/14/2022 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2022/28-3-suicideloss.jpg)
For those who are grieving a loved one who died by suicide, TAPS is here to support you. TAPS created the valuable guidebook to help.
10/7/2022 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2022/2022sep-video-suicide.jpg)
Video discussion on the critical connection between postvention and what suicide prevention means now after personal loss.
9/14/2022 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2022/2022sep-homebase.jpg)
Read one surviving fiancé's journey toward healing and growth from suicide loss with help from Home Base Programs of Boston and TAPS.
9/2/2022 - Katie Langer - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2022/2022sep-suicideprevention2.jpg)
TAPS is honored to be a leader in suicide postvention. We’re sharing resources available to those looking to get involved or those seeking help.
9/1/2022 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2022/2022jul-988.jpg)
The national launch of the 3-digit dialing code on July 16, 2022 will provide free and confidential support, 24/7/365 through call, text, or chat.
7/15/2022 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2022/2022jun-taps-homebase.jpg)
Home Base and TAPS offer specialized trauma treatment combined with peer-based support to those grieving the loss of a military loved one to suicide.
6/13/2022 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-suicide-grief-growth-guide.jpg)
The TAPS Suicide Postvention Department is proud to present this new guidebook. Think of this as a roadmap to help navigate the path of grief due to suicide.
11/15/2021 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-survivorday.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 20, 2021 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/1/2021 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/2020dec-video-fivethings.jpg)
Video recording discussion on talking to kids about suicide and how child and teen grief after a suicide loss differs from other types of losses.
12/1/2020 - Andy McNiel - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/2020nov-survivorday2.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 21, 2020 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/16/2020 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/26-2-love.jpg)
Finding love again after the death of an intimate partner can be a joyous experience for those who are ready.
7/20/2020 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/2020mar-video-mentalhealth.jpg)
This video recording of the TAPS Talks connection is about how to maintain mental health and wellness during changes in the family dynamics.
3/24/2020 - Kim Ruocco - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/2020mar-video-loveloss.jpg)
This video recording discusses how surviving female spouses can find ways to honor their spouse or partner who has died while choosing to love again.
3/5/2020 - Carla Stumpf Patton - Susan Starnes![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-survivorday.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 23, 2019 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/18/2019 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-postvention.jpg)
TAPS helps survivors find a stable, healthy path to healing, allowing them to establish a new life after loss—a concept referred to as posttraumatic growth.
8/3/2019 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-bethere1.jpg)
When suicide is addressed in films, we wonder, “why this happened”. Awareness about risk factors and warning signs help us recognize someone struggling.
2/24/2019 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2018/2018nov-survivorday2.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 17, 2018 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/13/2018 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2018/2018sep-nspl.png)
Learning the facts can lead to a deeper, more informed understanding of suicide behavior.
9/30/2018 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2017/2017nov-survivorday.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 18, 2017 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/14/2017 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2017/2017sept-waystocope-suicideloss.jpg)
TAPS survivors who lost their loved ones to suicide offer creative coping skills to help with your grief.
9/15/2017 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2017/2017apr-seasons.jpg)
In every season, there are challenges and hardships, but it's important to keep ourselves open to those moments when we can experience joy and growth.
4/24/2017 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2016/22-3-whattoexpect.jpg)
For many, this is the one place they can be authentic in their grief and feel a deep connection to others.
10/1/2016 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2016/22-2-lifelines.jpg)
In the early days of grief, it can seem impossible to find anything that anchors us back to a sense of stability, especially when hope feels to be out of sight or grasp.
8/1/2016 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2016/22-2-purpleheart-arlington.jpg)
Whatever route you choose to take along your grief journey, TAPS will be there offering you care, support and encouragement every step of the way.
8/1/2016 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2015/2015oct-pumpkins.jpg)
Of the many obstacles we face after the loss of a loved one is how to tackle those extra challenging hallmark calendar dates.
10/29/2015 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2015/2015sep-cpatton.jpg)
With every day that I live my life, I continually honor the memory of my loved one and in doing so, I am embracing all that I still do have to be grateful for.
9/14/2015 - Carla Stumpf Patton