About us
We are a national voluntary organisation which provides emotional support and practical information to people whose lives have been affected by homicide. It is a free confidential service provided by trained volunteers nationwide.
The death of someone close to you through a violent crime is a devastating and traumatic experience. Sudden, unexpected death brings particular distress to the bereaved families. Talking to an experienced volunteer outside the family can be helpful. When someone has been bereaved by homicide they can often feel lonely, frightened and truly feel that no one understands. Talking confidentially to someone who understands can help. Dealing with multiple emotions can be exhausting for the bereaved. We offer non judgemental compassionate support which can help you realise that you are not alone with your pain and distress.
We offer emotional support and practical information.
We understand how difficult it can be sorting out the practicalities while you are coping with the shock and trauma of losing someone suddenly. Our team of specially trained volunteers provide:
- One to one support
- Family support
- Support groups

Support for the Bereaved
When somebody has been bereaved by homicide they can often feel that no one understands their pain and grief. Sharing their story confidentially can help them.
Our volunteers can assist you with the family problems that can be created as a result of the homicide. We can help the bereaved to understand the many intense emotional responses they experience.
Homicide Support
Support after Homicide is a national voluntary organisation which provides emotional support and practical information to people whose lives have been affected by homicide. This is a free and confidential service, provided by professionally trained volunteers and is funded by the Commission for the Support of Victims of Crime.
Support after Homicide (SAH) was formally launched in 1996. We respond to the particular needs of families bereaved by homicide. Our specially trained volunteers do this by giving one-to-one support, to people in their own homes or an alternative venue, whatever suits.
We also give practical information regarding inquests, the trial, meeting with the legal team, applying for compensation and other processes which are particular to a death by homicide. Should you wish one of our volunteers to call you simply ring 087 983 7322 and we will arrange for one of our volunteers to contact you.
Homicide Support – GENERAL LINKS
Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform www.justice.ie
Department of Foreign Affairs www.dfa.ie
Citizens Information www.citizensinformation.ie
Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP)www.dppireland.ie
Garda Síochána www.garda.ie
Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission www.gardaombudsman.ie
Courts Service www.courts.ie
Irish Prison Service www.irishprisons.ie
National Crime Council www.crimecouncil.gov.ie
Cosc www.cosc.ie
Bar Council of Ireland www.lawlibrary.ie
Legal Aid Board www.legalaidboard.ie
Law Society of Ireland www.lawsociety.ie
Law Reform Commission www.lawreform.ie
Homicide Support – Support LINKS
Court Support Services www.courtsupport.ie
Crime Victims Helpline www.crimevictimshelpline.ie
Irish Tourist Assistance Service www.itas.ie
Support after crime services www.supportaftercrimeservices.ie
Support After Homicide www.supportafterhomicide.ie
Federation for Victims Assistance www.victimassistanceireland.com
Victim Support UK www.victimsupport.org.uk
SAMM UK www.samm.org.uk
Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy www.irish-counselling.ie
Bereavement Counselling for Children: Barnardos www.barnardos.ie
Family Resources Centres www.frcnf.com
Remembrance Website www.inlovingmemory.ie
Victims of Crime Office www.victimsofcrimeoffice.ie
Commission for the Support of Victims of Crime www.csvc.ie
Bethany Bereavement Support Group www.bethany.ie
Victim Rights Alliance www.victimsrightalliance.com
AdVIC www.advic.ie

We receive funding from Tusla and the Victims of Crime Office

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