Help With Bereavement

Amparo

Amparo (by Listening Ear) provide emotional and practical support to anyone who has been affected by suicide. The service can be 1-1, with family groups, groups of colleagues or peers. It is currently available in South Yorkshire. You can self refer to Amparo, refer as an agency, or as a…

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CALM

CALM, the Campaign Against Living Miserably, exists to prevent male suicide through their helpline, website, and campaigns.

Help is at Hand

Help is at Hand is a free support guide for people affected by suicide. You can download the pdf by following the link below. It contains both emotional and practical support. People who have been bereaved by suicide have used their experiences to create this resource.

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Samaritans

Samaritans provide emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including feeling suicidal. You can contact their helpline, email them, or use their webchat feature. They are available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. They are open to all age groups and backgrounds, nationwide.

Sheffield Citizens Advice

Sheffield Citizens Advice is a free advice service. They can help you find a way forward, covering issues including debt, homelessness, and gambling.

Sheffield Talking Therapies

Sheffield Talking Therapies (formerly known as Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT)) is an NHS service. It provides free psychological therapies for adults suffering from mild to moderate depression and anxiety or stress. They offer a range of support that’s designed to give you the skills and confidence to overcome…

SToRMS

SToRMS is a fund which aims to reduce young male suicides, with a focus on training.

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Support After Suicide Partnership

The Support After Suicide Partnership is a network of organisations that support people who have been affected by suicide. Their website has lots of resources to help you support yourself or a loved one.

Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide

Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS) is an self-help organisation who work to meet the needs of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend. Many of their volunteers have themselves been bereaved by suicide. The Sheffield support group meets 1st Wednesday of the month. Their national…

Winston’s Wish

Winston’s Wish is a charity supporting children and their families after the death of a parent or sibling. They have a national helpline and a 24/7 text, crisis support service. Text WW to 85258.

Your GP Practice

Speaking to your GP about your mental health is a good way to access support. They can refer you for help, for example therapy through Sheffield Talking Therapies.