Our Services

Cruse offers a confidential support 'support after suicide' service for people bereaved by suicide who are a resident across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight.

Cruse offers a range of bereavement support services to adults, children and young people and the support can be provided in a variety of ways that meet your individual needs.

We offer

Emotional support following a suicide

A safe, confidential space to talk about how you’re feeling – at your own pace, whenever you’re ready.

Practical help following a suicide

Support with coroner’s procedures, attending inquests, administrative tasks and other formalities.

Support for children and young people

We offer age-appropriate support for anyone under 18 affected by suicide, including one-to-one sessions and resources for families.

Who can access support?

Our service is open to:

  • Adults (18+) – family members, friends, colleagues, neighbours, or anyone else impacted
  • Children & young people under 18 (with parent/carer consent)
  • Professionals or organisations supporting someone affected by suicide

How support is delivered

We can offer support by:

Phone, Video Call or In-Person (depending on your area)

What happens after you refer?

Once we receive your referral:

  • One of our Bereavement Suicide Liaison Workers will get in touch
  • We’ll talk through your needs and your options
  • We’ll shape support around you – at a pace that feels right

We can also put you in touch with other local support services, depending on your needs.

Additional Cruse support

If you live outside of these areas and you are struggling to cope with a bereavement, you can contact our Cruse National Helpline on 0808 808 1677 or you can find out more about our other services and grief information on our website cruse.org.uk

Make a Referral

Our service is available to adult’s, children and young people across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. You can make a referral using our online referral form here.

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Resources

Sometimes it’s hard to know what you might need after hearing the devastating news that someone you know has died by suicide. Here’s some helpful resources to provide you with some support.

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Signposting

Find out more about other organisations providing support after suicide.

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Contact us

Contact Number: 03305550129

Email Address: supportaftersuicideSHIP@cruse.org.uk

 

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