Beside You in Bereavement (BYIB)
Beside You in Bereavement (BYIB) - Suicide bereavement groups
Beside You In Bereavement is a registered Community Interest Company, proudly supported by funding from the .
Their mission is to continue and expand the delivery of creative, peer-led support groups for individuals across Lancashire who have been bereaved by suicide.
BYIB understand that losing someone to suicide brings a unique and often complex kind of grief. Many are left with unanswered questions and the heavy burden of trying to make sense of their loved one's decision.
The groups aim to offer a safe, understanding space where people can connect, share, and begin to heal together.
More About BYIB
The groups in Preston and Chorley were originally funded by Ver De Gris arts company who created a film based on the experience of Gillian Brooks and family.
This film showed the impact of suicide on the family and led to public screenings and subsequent establishment of Suicide Bereavement groups in Preston and Chorley.
In order to keep the groups funded, BYIB was set up as a Community Interest Company.
The National Lottery have supported both Ver De Gris and BYIB in order to maintain the groups for the growing numbers of people affected by suicide.
Sessions Available
The groups meet every Thursday between 12pm - 2pm, alternating between Chorley and Preston.
For more information contact the group through the ,
Peer Support
The groups are peer support, facilitated by those bereaved by suicide.
The groups are very informal and people can speak freely knowing they can share their thoughts and feelings with others who understand.
Sessions have included relaxation, breathwork, sound healing and herbal remedies in addition to clay work and creativity.