Suicide Bereavement Services

If you have lost a loved one to suicide or suspected suicide, you do not have to face it alone. Lifecraft’s Suicide Bereavement Support Service offers compassionate, specialist support to help you through this uniquely difficult time.

We provide a range of free services for adults (aged 17+) living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have been bereaved by suicide, including:

• Personalised support from a dedicated liaison worker, offering emotional support, information, and signposting to help you navigate the grieving process and practical matters such as inquests and legal issues.
• Free counselling – up to 14 sessions with a specialist bereavement counsellor, giving you a safe space to explore your feelings in depth. (Please note: counselling is available from 6 months after your loss, to allow time for initial processing.)
• Monthly support groups in Cambridge and Peterborough, providing a safe, welcoming space to share your experiences and challenges with others who understand, facilitated by an experienced professional.

Who can access the service?

• Close family, friends, and professionals living in Cambridgeshire or Peterborough
• People aged 17 or over
• Those bereaved by suicide or suspected suicide (even if the cause is not confirmed)

How to access: You can self-refer – no professional referral is needed. Simply contact our team by phone or email to discuss your needs. You do not have to use all parts of the service; choose what feels right for you.

Where does support take place? Support is available in Cambridge and Peterborough, with some options for online or telephone sessions if needed.

Cost: All services are free of charge.

Availability: Due to limited funding, there may be a waiting list. We will do our best to support you or signpost you to other services if needed.

You are not alone. Our team is here to help you find your way through loss with care, understanding, and practical guidance.