About Us
Born from loss. Fueled by hope.
In October 2015, Jacob, our 24-year-old son, tragically died by suicide. His passing shook our family and the wider community—Jacob was a vibrant, active, and beloved young man. His death challenged us to confront the silences around mental health.
In his memory, we launched the Jacob Abraham Foundation to spotlight youth mental health, dismantle stigmas, and ensure no young person feels alone or believes suicide is the only escape.
Gwent Service Info
Background
Within Gwent, The Jacob Abraham Foundation supports anyone bereaved through suicide of someone aged 26 and above (with 2wish continuing to support those bereaved of a young person 25 and under).
The project is run in partnership with the Gwent Suicide and Self Harm Prevention Steering Group and commenced on 12th April 2023.
Further funding has been provided to continue the project until October 2024 and ongoing explorations are continuing in developing the service into a sustainable project to continue to offer the support to the region.
Background
The support includes care packages which are offered immediately following the death. They consist of a memory box, photo frames and wellbeing items such as candles, herbal teas and initial support book. We provide immediate support and contact a family for the first time within 48 hours of the death referral being made. We provide psychotherapy, counselling, play therapy, focus support groups.
Feedback
Bereaved Partner
I would like to express how instrumental the JA foundation has been in supporting me through the most traumatic moment in my life. 8 weeks ago my husband took his life in the most horrific way and I felt like there would never be a way through my grief. With the support of my counsellor I have begun to work through the pain and grief and somewhere deep inside I know one day I will be ok again. I would never have been able to achieve this without the support I have received. I have 2 kids who need their mum and the support I am receiving is enabling me to carry on being a mum. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Bereaved Sister
The support I’ve received from JAF has been essential to recovery in such a difficult time. The support is prompt which I cannot express how I needed this. With so many mental health services being stretched with long waiting lists. I’ve had the time to receive support and counselling at the time I’ve needed it most allowing me to function through daily tasks and gain understanding of my thoughts and feelings.
Our Mission & Objectives
To prevent suicide through compassionate intervention, education, and ongoing support.
Our Three Core Objectives:
Intervention
We provide 1-2-1 counselling for anybody who is experiencing suicide thoughts, ideations or have made attempts.
We educate communities on the issues surrounding suicide, including leaflets, posters and signposting.
Prevention
We provide free Suicide Brief Intervention Training, in association with NewLink Wales and Comic Relief.
We provide workshops in education settings for young people under the age of 18.
Postvention
We provide support for anyone who has been affected by suicide. We offer immediate support, advice and monthly support groups.
Nicola’s MBE
In 2023, Nicola Abraham, our founder, was honoured with an MBE for her tireless campaigning and exemplary commitment to mental health awareness across South Wales. Her story and determination inspire every part of the Foundation.
Governance & Accountability
We’re a registered CIO (charity no. 1170063) with transparent governance:
- Trustees: 6 dedicated leaders
- Volunteers: ~10 contributing across services
- Income/Expenditure: ~£230k income, £200k expenses (2023–24)
- Compliance: Gift Aid compliant, adheres to safeguarding policies & best practices
Help us make a difference
Your support helps us deliver counselling, training, and bereavement care to vulnerable individuals and families across Wales.