Support after suicide

We know that nothing can take away the pain, anger or sadness you may be feeling. What we can offer is practical, emotional and social support through understanding and compassion.

We provide support for adults and for children aged six and above. Support can be arranged in a way that feels most comfortable for you, whether that’s by telephone, in person at home, at our office, or another place that suits you.

No matter how much time has passed after a loss, our person-centred support is for anyone who has been impacted by the loss of someone through suicide. Each person receives unique support based on their needs and wants.

We also recognise that the impact of suicide can reach beyond immediate relationships. If you have been affected through your community, as a witness, or by what you have seen or heard, support is available to you. Your experience is valid, and we are here to help.

When you speak to one of our Support Officers, we’ll take the time to understand your situation and explore how we can best support you. This may include practical help or emotional support, depending on your needs.

For example, practical support might involve guidance around things like inquests, employment or finances, while emotional support can help you process and manage your grief. While we’ll always do our best to support you, what we’re able to offer will depend on your individual circumstances.

Our SAS Kids programme is designed for children aged 6 and over who have experienced a loss through suicide. We recognise that suicide affects the whole family, and we offer, tailored age-appropriate support for children.

This includes activities and resources to help them understand and express their feelings, and to navigate grief in a safe and supportive way.

For children to access our SAS Kids programme they must be aware the death was a suspected suicide. 

Community and Relaxed Emotional Support

Our CARES group aims to bring together individuals with similar backgrounds or experiences to share hope, challenges, and strategies. We hope these groups will help to promote connections and friendships and provide a platform for learning, growth, and mutual support. There will be no pressure for people to share experiences. We simply aim to provide a welcoming space to encourage people to come along and have a chat and a cuppa.

Our groups are for adult aged 18+ who:

• Have engaged with our one to one postvention support
• Have never engaged with our postvention support but have been bereaved by suspected suicide for 12months or more

If you are interested in attending our group, please email us with your full name, date of birth, contact number and current address.