At night the girlâs feelings of loneliness and isolation often intensify.
Shore begins her calls by ensuring the girl is in a safe place. Then she asks the grandparents about lethal means. In Wyoming, 75% of suicides involve a firearm, though medications and ropes also carry a risk.
More than anything, she encourages the couple to talk with their granddaughter openly and honestly about her suicidal thoughts.
âThey need someone to reach in, because itâs hard for them to be able to reach out,â Shore said.
Through therapy and positive coping techniques, that family now has a path to recovery. Shore feels momentary relief, but also a lingering sadness.