Category Archives: Warrior Project

Support Groups Resuming!

Posted on March 4, 2021 by lindasnyder

Life was been wicked busy lately, even as I’ve struggled to find purpose in it all. But I’ve had a few surprising breakthroughs and “aha!” experiences, and John has continued to be with me every step of the way – … Continue reading →

Posted in Grief, John K Snyder, Suicide, Support Groups, Warrior Project | Tagged death by suicide, Grief Warrior Support Group, Suicide, support group, survivor of suicide loss, survivor support group, The Grief Warrior Project | 1 Comment

Sexual Predation Has a Life-Long Impact on Its Victims

Posted on October 25, 2020 by lindasnyder

There’s an article in today’s Portland (ME) Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram titled Scars of abuse linger for former Boy Scouts now well into middle age. Unless you have a subscription to the PPH/MST, you may not be able to access … Continue reading →

Posted in Anxiety and Depression, John K Snyder, Suicide, Warrior Project | Tagged abuse of children, death by suicide, sexual abuse, sexual predator, Suicide, The Grief Warrior Project, the shame of men | Leave a comment

On the Fourth Anniversary

Posted on October 21, 2020 by lindasnyder

Four years ago today my husband took his own life. I still can’t believe the depth of pain and hopelessness he was living with to do such a final, fatal act. But I understand it. I miss you terribly, John. … Continue reading →

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Wall of Art – Supporting The Grief Warrior Project

Posted on July 26, 2020 by lindasnyder

Since my husband died, the vintage & antiques business we had started has funneled all profits (after expenses) into The Grief Warrior Project, to help me help others facing the same devastation I did after John’s death. Although I eventually … Continue reading →

Posted in Coping Skills & Resiliency, Grief, Heritage Collectibles Books & Maps, Suicide, Support Groups, Uncategorized, Wall of Art, Warrior Project | Tagged dealing with grief, death by suicide, Grief, heritage collectibles, Heritage Health Services, Suicide, suicide supports, support group, The Grief Warrior Project, Wall of Art | Leave a comment

Coping with Suicide – Individual & Group Sessions

Posted on July 13, 2020 by lindasnyder

The Grief Warrior Project is now offering individual support sessions on Wednesday mornings and Thursday late afternoons with a mental health professional who has lived the experience of the devastating loss of her husband to suicide. Individual sessions are available … Continue reading →

Posted in Coping Skills & Resiliency, Grief, Suicide, Support Groups, Telephone Supports, Warrior Project | Tagged discussing suicide, Grief, grief group, Suicide, support, support group | Leave a comment

Whoa… Loads Going on Here!

Posted on May 24, 2020 by lindasnyder

There’s been a great deal of work going on in the background here at The Grief Warrior Project… I’ll try to get caught up with everyone soon! In the meantime, Heritage Health Services (the “parent” company of The Grief Warrior … Continue reading →

Posted in Death & Dying, Grief, Support Groups, Warrior Project | Tagged 124 Canal Street, grief supports, Heritage Health Services, suicide prevention, survivors, survivors group | Leave a comment

Profits from Two Businesses to Help Fund The Warrior Project

Posted on April 24, 2017 by lindasnyder

John and I owned both a small antiques shop and a used bookstore in Lewiston, Maine. After John died, I didn’t know what I wanted to do with the two shops – they take up a huge amount of … Continue reading →

Posted in Heritage Collectibles Books & Maps, John K Snyder, Papa's Thrift Shop, Suicide, Warrior Project | Tagged funding the warrior project, Grief, heritage collectibles, pain, Papa's Thrift Shop, Suicide, Warrior Project | Leave a comment

We Now Have a Twitter Account

Posted on January 4, 2017 by lindasnyder

We now have a Twitter account! You can follow us at @WarriorProjME. We’ll gladly follow you back. ************************************ In memory of my beloved husband John Kelly Snyder… 20 Sept 1956 – 21 Oct 2016. The Warrior Project will … Continue reading →

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Warrior Project – Suicide Survivors Grief Group, 01/03/2017

Posted on January 2, 2017 by lindasnyder

Suicide Survivors Grief Group – We welcome those who have recently lost someone to suicide, or those who are still feeling the impact even years later. It is a place to share your grief and learn how to live again … Continue reading →

Posted in Death & Dying, Grief, Suicide, Support Groups, Warrior Project | Tagged chronic pain, death, Grief, grieving, PTSD, suicide survivors group, support group, support understanding healing, survivor, survivors group, Warrior Project, widow, widower | Leave a comment

Can You Help with Ideas?

Posted on January 2, 2017 by lindasnyder

I’m slowly pulling together all the pieces to bring The Warrior Project into reality. My biggest focus right now is in talking to those whose jobs far too often bring them face-to-face with suicide: our local police, first responders, emergency … Continue reading →

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