Get 24/7 support whenever you need it
- Call Samaritans on 116 123
- Text Shout on 85258
- Call Papyrus HopelineUK on 0800 068 4141
- In an emergency call 999
- Useful Links
Useful links
Here are some websites where you can find out more about suicide prevention.
4 Mental Health: Safety Plan
A helpful guide that will explain how to create your own safety plan.
Addiction
Information and services for those affected by addiction.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)
A movement against suicide. CALM provide a free and confidential helpline and webchat work with communities to empower people to share their stories and run campaigns to spread awareness of suicide.
Counselling Directory
A directory of registered counsellors and therapists. Please note that these are private counsellors and therapists who charge for their services.
Domestic Abuse
Information and services for those affected by domestic abuse.
Every Mind Matters
Expert advice and practical tips to help improve your mental health and wellbeing.
Financial help
Information and services for those with money problems.
Hub of Hope
A database of organisations and charities that provide mental health support in your area and across the UK. While many of the organisations listed offer free support, please be aware that the list also includes private paid for services.
Learn to save a life training
Learn how to help someone who may be thinking of suicide with Zero Suicide Alliance’s free training.
LGBTQ+ Community
Information and services for people who are part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Military Community
Information and services for people who are part of the Military community.
Mind
A national mental health charity that offers support and empowers anyone experiencing poor mental health, campaigns to improve services, raises awareness and promotes understanding.
People with Learning Disabilities
Information and support for people with learning disabilities.
Safety Plan
It is helpful to have a plan to keep ourselves safe when going through difficult times.
Samaritans - How to support someone you're worried about
Many people struggle to cope at one point or another of their lives. Reaching out to someone could help them know that someone cares, that they are valued, and help them access the support they need.
Self-harm
People who self-harm do so for lots of different reasons but it’s usually a way of coping with emotional distress.
Support After Suicide: Toolkit for Employers
A toolkit to support employers in their response to the suicide of an employee, at work or outside the workplace.
Unlock
Self-help information on a wide range of issues that can affect people with a criminal record.
Young People
Information and support for young people.
