When our sibling has died by suicide

UK Helpline: 0 345 123 23 0 4 | tcf.org.uk Finding someone appropriate who will listen It’s really important for our mental health to talk about what we are experiencing. Friends can be great, but they might not know how to respond, particularly if they haven’t been through this type of bereavement themselves. Talking with other people in similar circumstances can be very helpful. The Compassionate Friends (TCF) has a team of volunteers led by people who have lost siblings. We organise talks and retreats online and in person, and run a private Facebook group. We also have a helpline you can call. See the back page for details and visit: tcf.org.uk/siblings There are quite a few other charities that also offer listening support, by phone, chat or text. Some organise support groups. • SAMARITANS Call free on 116 123 or visit their website samaritans.org • SURVIVORS OF BEREAVEMENT BY SUICIDE (SOBS) Visit their website uksobs.org • SHOUT Free, 24/7 mental health text support in the UK – text 85258 or visit their website giveusashout.org • CRUSECHAT Chat with a trained Bereavement Counsellor visit their website cruse.org.uk/get-support/crusechat • MIND The mental health charity. Visit their website mind.org.uk • PAPYRUS Helpline for those under 35 - call 0800 0684141 or visit their website papyrus-uk.org Some schools, colleges and workplaces have a counsellor or support system. They may also have areas where you can retreat to when you are having a hard day.