Interview with Noeleen Eustace

Kildare Today Special - Newbridge Mother Highlights Shortcomings In Mental Health Service After Losing Her Son To Suicide

Friday, 26 September 2025 - 33 minutes

A Newbridge mother says a lack of mental health support services failed her son, who died by suicide earlier this year.

26-year-old Kelvin Brennan took his own life in May.

His mother, Noeleen Eustace, says she fought for help for years.

The full story can be read here.

A petition has been created by Noeleen, which can be found here.

If you or a loved one have been impacted, helplines are available:

Samaritans - 1850 60 90 90

Men's Aid - 01 554 3811

Pieta - 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444

Text About It - Text HELLO to 50808

Childline - 1800 66 66 66

You can also contact emergency services on 112 or 999