Suicide bereavement service

Compassionate support for those experiencing grief and loss from suicide. Helping you navigate the difficult journey after losing someone close

The free Specialist Bereavement Service, delivered by Amparo for residents in mid and south Essex, provides emotional and practical support for anyone who has felt the impact of suicide at any time (recent or historical).

The service is completely confidential and can provide short-term or longer-term support. It is also available to bereaved children (aged between 4 and 11 with agreed appropriate adult) and young adults (age 11 upwards).

Suicide has a far-reaching impact, leaving questions and concerns on many levels. Those directly affected are left with bereavement and loss, so it is important that help is on hand.

Experienced Liaison Workers, aim to make initial contact within 24 hours of a referral being received, offer residents:

  • Support in their homes or wherever is most comfortable to the resident.
  • One to one individual support
  • Help with any media enquiries
  • Practical support when liaising with the Police or Coroners including preparing for and attending inquest
  • Help overcoming feelings of isolation
  • Appropriate contact with other local services that can help.

Residents can be referred and can self-refer by

Telephone: 0330 088 9255
Email: [email protected]

Referral form

Information about the Amparo Service

Amparo website Amparo Vimeo Film Amparo Leaflet

If you are a professional and want to learn more about the Amparo service and the support offer, book onto one of the free briefing sessions:

Amparo for professionals

If you would like to find out more about suicide prevention support and training opportunities, go to:

Let’s Talk About Suicide

Amparo Mid and South Essex and the Let’s Talk About Suicide Essex website is funded by the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System.