I wish I could make your pain disappear;
make your world right once more.
I wish I could say some magic word
To make you feel happy again.
I wish I could give you a rainbow
and make your tears go away.
I wish I could do so much more
than just say;
I am your friend and I am here
If you need me.

By Donna Wayland

Those who are indirectly affected by a homicide are often called secondary victims, this term includes family and friends of homicide victims, even those who were not there when it happened.  It is widely accepted that extended family members will also suffer greatly as a result.  It is also well known that people in the community can also be affected by the death, for example emergency service personnel, work colleagues and acquaintances.

Although not all violent deaths are recorded as 'murder', at angelhands, we believe that all  violent death caused by another human being can be extremely damaging and/or distressing to those who left behind.

We hope that the information and links to other services provided here can help ease the distress you and others may feel.

Please feel free to email us and/or use our forum as avenues to make contact with others who have had similar losses.