Introducing a specialised service now accessible to residents of Essex. This service is dedicated to offering emotional and practical assistance to anyone affected by the impact of suicide, regardless of when it occurred.

 

Mid and South Essex Specialist Bereavement Service

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: https://amparo.org.uk/refer/

Information about the Amparo Service Website: https://amparo.org.uk/

Vimeo Film: https://vimeo.com/961092173

Leaflet: https://amparo.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Amparo-Leaflet.pdf

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 – Amparo

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.

 

You can also access this service, please reach out to the Essex Wellbeing Service. They provide:

  • Personalised one-on-one emotional support, along with valuable information and guidance.
  • Assistance when dealing with law enforcement and other relevant agencies.
  • Guidance and support throughout the inquest process, including explanations of judicial procedures and attendance at inquests if necessary.
  • Aid with handling media inquiries.
  • Referrals and connections to additional services as needed.
  • Assistance for grieving children and young adults, as well as their parents or guardians.
  • Support in overcoming feelings of isolation and coping with the aftermath of suicide.

 

Accessing the Service

The service is available on the
following days and times:
• Monday and Friday
8am to 7pm

• Saturdays
9am to 12pm

Reasonable adjustments will be made to ensure this service is accessible.
If a referral has been made by the Essex Wellbeing Service to the specialist service you will be contacted within 48 hours.

For more information please contact the Essex Wellbeing Service:
Tel: 0300 303 9988
Email: [email protected]

Please find attached the bereavement service leaflet with more information about the service and how to access it:  Online_Residents_Specialist Suicide Bereavement Service 27_9_23 (1)