Get 24/7 support whenever you need it
- Call Samaritans on 116 123
- Text Shout on 85258
- Call Papyrus HopelineUK on 0800 068 4141
- Hub of Hope
- Stay Alive App
- In an emergency call 999
Stories of hope
Thank you to those who have shared their personal story of overcoming thoughts of suicide or their experience of a losing a loved one to suicide. By telling these stories, we want to encourage others to talk about suicide, remain hopeful during difficult times and save lives.
“I’m so glad I’m here and I am so glad that I’m alive.”
Despite living with suicidal ideation for most of her life, Ellie Palma-Cass is giving hope to the people of Wigan with her ground-breaking suicide prevention work.
Model, professional basketball player, keynote speaker and entrepreneur – from the outside it might look like life has been good for Kofi. But it hasn’t always been that way…
Read MoreWith bright orange hair, an outgoing manner and her lively seven-year-old lurcher Asbo a constant companion, Andrea Newton feels that people might get the wrong impression of her.
Read MoreAfter losing his dad to suicide and struggling with suicidal thoughts, Will now supports others to open up.
Read MoreAfter struggling with depression, Sam opened up to others to get the support he needed to overcome his suicidal feelings.
Read MoreDarran struggled with alcohol dependency and suicidal feelings but found hope after speaking to Samaritans.
Read MoreGreater Manchester’s LGBT advisor shares why it’s so important to shine a light on suicide.
Read MoreAt the height of his football career, Billy had lost all hope and was struggling with suicidal thoughts.
Read MoreGed attempted suicide as a teenager and battled suicidal thoughts after leaving Army as he adjusted to civilian life. He found it hard to open up but found hope after talking about his feelings.
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Shining a light on suicide
The website has been commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester. The aim of the Shining a Light on Suicide campaign is to prevent suicide and provide support information for those bereaved by suicide and those dealing with suicidal thoughts.
