Anniversaries: victims of terrorism
Updated 19 November 2021
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The anniversary of a traumatic event can be a challenging time and can lead to an increase in thoughts about the impact that it had on your life and on the people close to you. You may find the information on this page helpful on or approaching the anniversary of a terrorist incident.
NHS leaflet on coping with the anniversary of a terrorist incident
If you are experiencing any form of lasting disturbance please see this NHS leaflet on coping with the anniversary of a terrorist incident. It outlines common reactions and coping techniques.
The NHS Survivors of Terrorism Support Service
The NHS Survivors of Terrorism Support Service is a free service to identify and obtain support for those who may need help with the emotional impact of terrorist attacks.
The confidential service provides screening and clinical assessments to those affected, by specialist psychological therapists who have expertise in working with people who have experienced traumatic events.
Assessments can be offered virtually or in person.
Their freephone number is 0800 0902371 or you can contact them via email at survivorsofterrorism@slam.nhs.uk.
More information is available at Survivors of Terrorism Support Service.
Manchester Resilience Hub
The Manchester Resilience Hub is an NHS mental health service set up to help people who have been affected by the Manchester Arena attack.
The hub is staffed by trained mental health professionals who are used to working with children, young people and adults who have experienced trauma. They will be able to give advice about what reactions are normal and whether you would benefit from more targeted support, as well as help you get the services you might need.
You can contact the hub by phone on 03330 095 071 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, or by email at gm.help@nhs.net.
More information is available about the Manchester Resilience Hub.
Get more support
More information is available about support services if you have been affected by a terrorist attack.