Niamh Louise Foundation (Dungannon)

"The aim of the Niamh Louise Foundation is to provide a safe environment where anyone can drop in to chat about worrying thoughts, thoughts of suicide and/ or self-harm. The Niamh Louise Foundation will provide love, understanding and respect with a non-judgemental listening ear”.

The Niamh Louise Foundation provides suicide awareness, prevention, intervention, and postvention services. We provide a safe space in our centre in Dungannon for all members of the community, regardless of age (we work with children from 7 years old), religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender, to come together and receive support and/or education in relation to mental health, suicide, and/or self-harm.

The Foundation has developed a model of approach which connects individuals and families in emotional distress to a programme of healing and recovery which is based on a one to one, step by step, individual process. The Foundation emphasizes listening to the needs of each individual as a priority and tailors their care appropriately through art, writing,talking, and complementary therapy, educating the vulnerable on warning signs, triggers, and daily maintenance The Foundation provides the time and understanding to support individuals and families on the long journey to recovery from thoughts of suicide or bereavement by suicide. Referral from Statutory & Community & Voluntary agencies and can receive self referrals.