Finding Support After Aviation Tragedies
In the wake of recent aviation accidents, many families are left grappling with sudden loss, grief, and unanswered questions. The emotional toll of these tragedies can be overwhelming, and finding the proper support is crucial for those affected.
For nearly three decades, AirCraft Casualty Emotional Support Services (ACCESS) has been a lifeline for those who have lost loved ones in aviation accidents. Founded by Heidi Snow after losing her fiancé in the TWA Flight 800 disaster in 1996, ACCESS was built on the idea that no one should have to navigate grief alone. The organization connects individuals with trained volunteers who have experienced similar losses, offering guidance from someone who truly understands.
Unlike traditional counseling, ACCESS provides a peer-support system, ensuring that those affected are met with empathy and shared experience rather than clinical detachment. Their network of volunteers is available 24/7, offering comfort and practical advice to those struggling to process the aftermath of an aviation tragedy.
When devastating events like the recent mid-air collision in Washington, D.C., or the medevac crash in Philadelphia occur, it’s easy for victims’ families to feel lost in the chaos of investigations, news coverage, and legal complexities. While legal representation plays a critical role in securing justice and accountability, emotional support is just as important. This is where ACCESS steps in, providing a space for healing beyond the courtroom.
At Slack Davis Sanger, we’ve spent decades helping aviation accident victims and their families seek justice. However, we also recognize that legal victories don’t erase the pain of loss. Emotional recovery takes time, and organizations like ACCESS are invaluable resources for anyone struggling in the aftermath of an aviation disaster.
Don’t hesitate to reach out if you or someone you know has been affected by a recent crash. Support is available, and no one has to go through this alone. Learn more about ACCESS at accesshelp.org.
About Slack Davis Sanger
With offices in Austin, Dallas, and Fort Worth, Slack Davis Sanger represents clients worldwide in catastrophic personal injury matters. The firm’s practice areas include aviation accidents, auto, bus, and truck accidents, workplace injuries, product liability matters, medical malpractice, class action, whistleblower, and wrongful death cases. For more information, please contact Rhett Whiting at Slack Davis Sanger at 512-225-5315 or rwhiting@slackdavis.com.