How We Can Help
Finding the Right Support
Whether you have lost a loved one in unexplained or suspicious circumstances, are struggling with grief, or are concerned about someone you know — there is support available. This page brings together helplines, counselling services, specialist organisations and partner resources to help you find the right help.
The Katie Trust can also provide direct support to families facing unanswered questions after a loved one's death or disappearance. If that describes your situation, please get in touch with us directly.
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If You Need Help Right Now
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 999. If you cannot speak safely, call 999 and press 55. The services below are available around the clock.
Samaritans
Free, confidential emotional support for anyone in distress or struggling to cope — available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Shout 85258
A free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope.
PAPYRUS HopelineUK
Confidential support and advice for young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and for anyone concerned about a young person.
Mon–Fri 10am–10pm, weekends 2pm–10pm, bank holidays 2pm–5pm
Domestic Abuse Support
Help for Those Affected by Domestic Abuse
If you are in immediate danger, call 999. If you cannot speak safely, call 999 and press 55.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
A free, 24-hour helpline providing support, information and referrals to local services for anyone experiencing domestic abuse across the UK.
Refuge
The UK's largest provider of specialist domestic abuse services — offering safe accommodation, community outreach and online support.
Women's Aid
A national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children — providing a live chat service, email support and local service finder.
ManKind Initiative
A national charity supporting male victims of domestic abuse and their children across the UK.
Bereavement Support
Support After Loss
Cruse Bereavement Support
Free support, advice and information for people who have been bereaved — including a national helpline, online chat and local services.
Mon–Fri 9:30am–5pm (Tue, Wed, Thu until 8pm)
Inquest
A charity providing free specialist legal advice to bereaved people following a death in state custody or where there are concerns about the circumstances of a death.
Sudden
Support for people bereaved suddenly or traumatically — including unexpected death, suicide, accident or homicide.
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS)
A self-help organisation for those bereaved by suicide — offering a helpline, email support and local support groups.
Mental Health Support
Looking After Your Mental Health
Mind
Mental health information, support and advice — including a helpline, legal advice line and local Mind services across England and Wales.
NIAMH (Northern Ireland)
Northern Ireland's leading mental health charity — providing support, information and services for people affected by mental ill health.
Aware (Northern Ireland)
Support for people in Northern Ireland affected by depression and bipolar disorder — including a helpline, support groups and online resources.
Partner Organisations
Organisations We Work With
The Bridle Path Initiative CIC
Founded in memory of Danielle Charters Christie, The Bridle Path Initiative CIC is dedicated to raising awareness of domestic abuse within rural farming and equestrian communities — where isolation, cultural barriers and limited access to services can leave victims without a voice. The Katie Trust works in close partnership with The Bridle Path Initiative on the Justice Beyond the Gate campaign.
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We Are Here for You
If your family has been affected by an unexplained, suspicious or domestic-abuse-linked death or disappearance — and you have unanswered questions — The Katie Trust can help.
We provide independent investigative reviews, advocacy, practical support and signposting. Families do not need to donate to make an enquiry.
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