Kirsty’s Story

Evan

After the heartbreaking loss of my son to suicide, a friend who was already connected with Billy’s Lifeline reached out to the charity on my behalf. Soon after, they contacted me, and that’s where my journey with them began.

Through my work with Natalie, I gained a deeper understanding of suicide and the profound impact it has on the families left behind. The compassionate support from Natalie and the entire team at Billy’s Lifeline has been a lifeline for me, helping me navigate each day and focus more on my younger children. They even provided us with a much-needed respite break, allowing us to heal together as a family. Natalie also helped by providing crucial letters, which enabled me to secure additional support in other areas of my life.

Talking with Natalie and participating in the peer support group has been invaluable. It’s helped me realise that I’m not alone and that many others are walking a similar path.

If you’ve been bereaved by suicide, I highly recommend reaching out to Billy’s Lifeline. I’m also more than willing to support others in any way I can.