A family member going missing can trigger an emotional rollercoaster for the family left behind. A variety of emotions, including sadness, loss and anger can all combine to leave family members confused and emotionally vulnerable.

Missing People has begun a pilot of a therapeutic intervention designed to meet the specific needs of families of missing people. These support programmes are taking place throughout the country. To find out more information, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Missing people has a Family Connect forum for family and friends of missing people to support each other, share and get to know each other. To access the forum, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for your invitation.

Missing People are currently working on producing a series of written guidance aimed at providing emotional support to the families of missing people. If you would like to help us develop this guidance, by reviewing drafts of the guides, please do get in touch by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it