The Public Health Agency is seeking the opinion of the public on how their suicide bereavement services are regarded.
Those affected can have their say through until April 9, with the 12-week consultation launching on January 16.
A number of events are running across different health trust areas to allow people to have a say in shaping the future of services.
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"PHA recognises the importance of reviewing current services for individuals who have been bereaved by suicide and most importantly listening to the views of service users, families, local communities and organisations delivering services to ensure an appropriate service model," the PHA said on its website.
"This is an opportunity to have your say on the provision of services for individuals who have been bereaved by suicide. This consultation will be open for 12 weeks from 16 January 2023 until 9 April 2023.
"There are a number of ways to get involved. You can participate in an engagement event (details below) either online or in person, or complete an online survey. This survey will be available for 12 weeks from 16 January 2023 until 9 April 2023."
The meetings are running at:
- Southern area - Thursday 9 February, 10am - Oxford Island, Craigavon, Co Armagh, BT66 6NJ
- South Eastern area - Wednesday 1 March, 2pm - Trinity Methodist Church Halls, Ballymacross Avenue, Lisburn, BT28 2GU
- Regional - Thursday 2 March, 10am - Zoom (link will be shared with those registered)
- Northern area - Wednesday 8 March, 2pm - Lodge Hotel, Coleraine, BT52 1NF
- Regional - Monday 13 March, 6.30pm - Zoom (link will be shared with those registered)
- Belfast area - Tuesday 21 March, 10am - Clayton Hotel, 222-26 Ormeau Ave, Belfast BT2 8HS
Those seeking further information or to register their interest have been asked to contact Engage.PL2@hscni.net .
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