The HSE/South East Community Healthcare’s Regional Suicide Resource Office is holding a “A Service of Hope and Growth” for people who have been bereaved by suicide on Sunday 26th of February at 3.30pm in Christchurch Cathedral, Waterford.
The service is non-denominational and everyone is welcome to attend. Those attending the Service for Hope and Growth will be invited to participate by lighting candles and placing the name of their loved ones on a Tree of Hope that will be planted afterwards.
The theme of hope and growth is supported by GROW HQ in Waterford, who have provided seeds for those attending the service to take home and plant. There will also be poetry and music from the Waterford Trinity Gospel Choir
Tracey Nugent (HSE Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention) says “The death of a loved one through suicide is devastating but we hope this service will create an opportunity to celebrate their memory and to inspire hope for the future.” “It is also an opportunity to come together in solidarity and support.”
Those who are bereaved, in distress or need someone to talk to are offered a range of access points for support.
In the first instance the advice is to contact their GP, CAREDOC is available in the evenings or weekend on 0818 300 365. Anyone in immediate danger should go to the Emergency Department or call the Emergency Services on 999 or 112.
Help is also available via text service by texting HELLO to 50808 – this is a 24-hour service.
Pieta offers a 24 Hour Suicide helpline available at Freephone 1800 247 247
Samaritans also provide a 24 Hour Listening Service available by calling Freephone 116 123
Irish Hospice Foundation Bereavement Support Line operates Monday to Friday between 10am and 1pm and can be contacted by calling Freephone 1800 80 70 77
Further information on supports and services is available at www.yourmentalhealth.ie
