Action Mental Health - You Matter
Supporting veterans at risk of suicide across Northern Ireland. Exposure to line of duty trauma can have serious negative effects on mental health; it can affect quality of life, put pressure on relationships and for veterans, make adjusting to civilian life more difficult.
For anyone in this situation, having feelings of distress or despair is normal. We can all find it difficult seek help, but if these feelings persist, it’s a sign that things need to change. We’re here, because you matter. If you are struggling or feeling suicidal, please remember, you are not alone and help is available.
The You Matter Programme
Delivered in conjunction with the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, the You Matter Programme has been designed to help prevent deaths by suicide amongst veterans in Northern Ireland. Our aim is to identify and reach those at risk, developing a network of support and providing a framework of intervention and prevention services.
The programme:
- Develops networks of support through mental health and suicidality awareness raising, information and training – making it easier for people in the wider veteran community to understand the link between line of duty trauma and mental health; and making it easier for people to seek help when they need it.
- Provides veterans with a professional case-managed support plan, tailored to their individual needs.
You can contact the You Matter team on:
T: 0330 808 9294. If you are in crisis or distress, please contact Lifeline on 0808 808 8000. Specially trained counsellors are available to speak with 24/7.
What? Delivered in conjunction with the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, the You Matter Programme has been designed to help prevent deaths by suicide amongst veterans in Northern Ireland.
Who is it for? Military Veterans
Location? Across Northern Ireland
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