Thinking of hurting yourself?

If you are thinking about hurting yourself or you are having suicidal thoughts, you can get help now:

  • Call emergency services on 999 if you or someone you care about is in immediate danger
  • Call First Response any time, day or night on 0800 952 1181 for urgent support
  • Call Samaritans any time, day or night on 116 123
  • Text SHOUT to 85258, any time day or night if you need to talk

 

Feeling overwhelmed, distressed or low in mood?

If you or someone you care about is experiencing difficult feelings you can also call First Response on 0800 952 1181 and ask to be referred to Safe Spaces.

If you are struggling to get through to First Response you can call Guide-Line and ask them to refer you to Safe Spaces.

Guide-Line is not a crisis support service but does provide emotional support any time, day or night from 8am until midnight. Call Guide-Line on 08001 884 884 or chat online.

 

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