Losing someone to suicide can be a devastating and life-changing experience. Alongside grief, many people face a range of emotional, practical and personal challenges that can feel overwhelming.
The Bereaved by Suicide Service is here to provide support when you feel ready. We understand that grief is different for everyone, and there is no right or wrong way to cope. Our support is tailored to individual needs, and there is no time limit on when you can access the service following a bereavement by suicide.
How we can help
The service offers:
- One to one therapeutic support
- Bereaved by Suicide support groups
- Information and guidance
- Scheduled events and opportunities to connect with others throughout the year
Who can access the service?
Support is available to anyone aged 18 or over who has been bereaved by suicide and lives or works within the Northern Health and Social Care Trust area.
This includes people living in:
- Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council
- Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council
- Mid and East Antrim Borough Council
- Mid Ulster District Council
Support groups
Our Bereaved by Suicide Support Groups provide a safe, supportive and confidential space where people can connect with others who have experienced a similar loss.
Find out more about our Bereaved by Suicide Support Groups:
Where to find us
Bereaved by Suicide Service
Inver 3, Holywell Hospital Site, 60 Steeple Road, Antrim, BT41 2RJ.
How to contact us
- Telephone: 028 9441 3544
- Email: BBSService@northerntrust.hscni.net
How to access the service
We understand that taking the first step to seek support can feel difficult. The Bereaved by Suicide Service is here to provide support when you feel ready.
You can access the service by:
- Speaking to your GP about a referral, or
- Completing the Bereaved by Suicide Service Referral Form and emailing it directly to the Bereaved by Suicide Service.
Once we receive your referral, a member of the team will contact you to discuss your needs and help identify the support that is right for you.
Urgent support
If you have urgent support needs, you should contact your GP, Dalriada Urgent Care or Lifeline.
Dalriada Urgent Care (out of hours service)
- Telephone: 028 2566 3500
Lifeline Freephone 24/7 helpline
- Telephone: 0808 808 8000
Useful resources
Help is at hand (Public Health Agency Booklet) (PDF, 983KB)
Have your or someone been bereaved by suicide (Leaflet) (PDF, 639KB)
Hope and light in the darkness – Collection of stories, poetry and advice (Word document, 4.1MB)
Bereaved by Suicide Service (poster) (PDF, 1.1KB)