FORMER Fermanagh MLA Richie McPhillips has called for inadequate mental health funding across the local area to be “reviewed urgently” as he vows, “people power and empathy can be a great catalyst for change” in relation to mental health and suicide prevention. In response to the “overwhelming” support his family has received since the tragic […]
‘Reach out and talk to one another’ – urges counsellor
AS Stormont Ministers warn us to stay indoors once more. The fear and uncertainty of what the future will hold has weighed heavy on the shoulders of young people right across Fermanagh for some time now. While restrictions have minimised everyday trade and travel, internet activity has surged among young people, with everyday access to […]
Suicide is destroying ‘the soul of the country’
IN AN emotional plea during the funeral mass of Michael McPhillips, (54), his brother, Canon Jimmy McPhillips stressed it was finally time for us as a nation to talk about suicide and depression. “We need to talk so that no more families or communities are left like us this morning. Devastated, as we strive to […]
Priest warns social media linked to ‘suicide epidemic’
LOCAL priest Fr Cathal Deery, has spoken out on the “suicide epidemic” that has claimed the lives of over 307 people across the North during the past year. Speaking to the Herald, the Derrygonnelly parish priest discussed the increase of suicides in rural areas like Fermanagh, “Rural areas in particular can be very isolating, and […]
Massive increase in rate of suicide across the county
WITH FIGURES showing the number deaths by suicide Fermanagh has increased by over 50 percent in the past decade, those in distress are urged to remember help is at hand in the local community. A recent report revealed the number of deaths by suicide in the Fermanagh and Omagh area rose from 18 in 2008 […]
Stacey’s concert tribute to best friend
The event, in memory of Shauna Connolly, is aimed at raising awareness of mental health and suicide, with proceeds gonig to New Horizons.
Public outcry forces a rethink on suicide workshop
When the workshops were first organised, Fermanagh was the only county in the North where a meeting was not being held.
Tragic deaths prompt appeal from local clerics
Anyone struggling with mental health issues is urged to seek help.
Rita’s petition on suicide help centre on target
The petition addressing the need for a 24/7 drop in centre has reached almost 1,500 signatures.
