This resource provides best practice guidance on the delivery of aftercare services in NSW. It is for aftercare service providers, their partners, service managers and the workforce who are supporting people after a suicide attempt or during a suicidal crisis.
Aftercare services are non-clinical, providing rapid follow-up support to help people address their drivers of suicidality and reduce their risk.
‘Universal’ aftercare ensures that support is accessible to everyone in need, regardless of gender, age, sexuality, culture, religion, ethnicity, disability and impairment.
This service delivery model covers:
- the safe and effective delivery of universal aftercare services
- support for priority populations at an increased risk of suicide
- suggested governance structures and processes to support service delivery
- workforce development and support.
This guidance focuses on care that is person-centred and person-led; trauma-informed; human-rights based; and recovery-oriented.
If you are a consumer, carer, family, friend or kin looking for more information, visit the NSW Health Aftercare page or find out how to get help now.