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Suicide Bereavement Support

What is Suicide Bereavement Support?

 

Our service provides structured support for people who have been bereaved or affected by suicide. We offer a compassionate space to process grief, find understanding, and reduce the risk of further emotional distress. By helping individuals and communities navigate such a difficult loss, this support not only aids healing but also plays an important role in preventing future harm.

What can we offer?
  • Up to 8 sessions 
  • Access: Self-referral, Police (RTS), GPs, NHS & VCSE partners.
  • First Contact: Within 24–48 hrs by trained practitioner; trauma-informed, needs & risks assessed.
  • Support: 1:1 wellbeing & safety planning, peer/group support, signposting to other services.
  • Follow-Up: Regular check-ins, extra support at key dates, easy re-engagement within 12 months.
  • 1:1 Support with a Bereavement Practitioner
Who can access the service?
  • All age pathway for anyone bereaved by Suicide living in Swindon or Wiltshire.
How can I make a referral?

How Can I Refer To Suicide Bereavement Support?

 

You can refer yourself directly, or be referred by the Police (RTS), your GP, NHS services, or our VCSE (Voluntary, Community & Social Enterprise) partners.

Please provide as much information and detail as possible. This will enable to team to process the referral as quickly as possible.

Our referral form:

https://sgmind.co.uk/services/referrals/

 

What are the Opening Hours of Suicide Bereavement Support?

 

Monday to Friday: 9AM-5PM

 

 

How Do I Contact Suicide Bereavement Support?

 

Tel: 01793 547150
Email: [email protected]

FAQs

What people ask about the most…

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Who can refer to this service?

You can refer yourself directly, or be referred by the Police (RTS), your GP, NHS services, or our VCSE (Voluntary, Community & Social Enterprise) partners.
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How soon will someone contact me after a referral?

A trained practitioner will get in touch within 24 to 48 hours of receiving your referral.
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What happens during the first contact?

During your first conversation, our practitioner will take a trauma-informed approach to understand your needs and any potential risks. This helps us create the right support plan for you from the start.
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What kind of support do you provide?

We offer:

  • 1:1 wellbeing and safety planning
  • Peer and group support sessions
  • Information and signposting to other helpful services and community resources
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Will I receive follow-up support?

Yes. We provide regular check-ins and can offer extra support around key dates or anniversaries. You can also re-engage with the service at any time within 12 months without needing a new referral.
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Is the service confidential?

Yes. Everything you share is treated in confidence, except where there are concerns about your safety or someone else’s. We’ll always explain this clearly during your first contact.