The Health Department and Cruz Roja have launched a new support and care programme aimed at individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide, to reduce the emotional, social and community impact associated with this type of loss. The initiative strengthens postvention as a key component of suicide prevention and places emotional well-being and mental health at the centre of public policy.
The programme is established through a collaboration agreement signed by the Minister of Health, Manuela García, and the President of the Red Cross in the Balearic Islands, Mateu Ballester, with an initial duration of two years, renewable. The agreement sets out a coordinated framework for awareness-raising, prevention and specialised support, with particular emphasis on postvention and care for suicide survivors.
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Key areas of action include combating stigma, promoting peer support, providing psychoeducation and strengthening collaborative networks among social and healthcare services. Bereavement support will be delivered through the creation of mutual support groups in both in-person and online formats, alongside the training of facilitators to ensure safe, supportive and trustworthy environments. These measures will be complemented by individual guidance sessions, initial assessments and structured telephone follow-up.
The programme also предусматриes training activities, community-based interventions and psychosocial support actions aimed at mitigating the emotional, social and collective consequences of suicidal behaviour. In addition, public talks and the development of informational resources will help foster greater awareness and understanding of suicide and mental health within the community.
All actions are aligned with the 2025–2030 Strategic Plan for Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health and will be implemented in coordination with existing social and healthcare resources to ensure comprehensive and continuous care. It is expected that more than 400 people will directly benefit from the programme, addressing the far-reaching impact of suicide on families, social networks and the wider community.