It’s not always easy to support someone who cares for a person who has attempted suicide.
Often people don’t know what to say and wonder if they shouldn’t mention suicide. Fear of saying the wrong thing can stop people saying anything at all, which makes carers feel unsupported.
If you’re unsure of what to do or say, ask the carer if they need anything or if they would like to talk. They will know you are available to support them if they need a helping hand.
Check in with the person regularly, not just in the period immediately after the attempt. They are likely to be impacted for some time. They may not have a lot of people looking out for them: you might be their preferred pillar of support.
