GET URGENT HELP
Please see below for useful contacts, some of which are available 24/7.
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is it an emergency?
- If there is a danger to life, whether it be yours or someone else’s, call 999.
- If there is no danger to life, but you are still concerned, contact 111.
- If you are concerned about someone else, please see second section below
CALL 999 or 111
Are you in crisis and not sure where to turn?
Are You Feeling Suicidal?
Around 1 in 5 of us has had suicidal thoughts at some point…
It’s nothing to be ashamed of and support is always available.
Steps you might take – thanks to:
- Wait: Decide not to do anything right now to hurt yourself
- Think: Suicidal behaviour is an attempt to solve what feels like an overwhelming set of problems, but these thoughts CAN change.
- Talk: To someone, a friend or a support service. You don’t have to keep these feelings to yourself and it’s ok to ask for help.
- Get help: If you are feeling desperate and unsafe, make an urgent visit to your GP, dial 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
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contact details for those who can help
Help for young people
Samaritans
Telephone 116 123 – 24 hours a day
Or you can email: jo@samaritans.org
24 hours a day Samaritans volunteers answer each email.
Writing an email can be a calm and safe way to work through what's on your mind.
Especially if it feels too upsetting to talk about on the phone.
You can also write to them at:
Chris
Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
PO Box 9090
STIRLING
FK8 2SA
https://www.samaritans.org/
Shout
SHOUT 24/7 Crisis Text Service – Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258
https://www.giveusashout.org/
Childline
Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through.
0800 1111
https://www.childline.org.uk/
Connection (Dorset)
24/7 Helpline open to all ages
0800 652 0190 or access via NHS 111
Mindline (Somerset)
24/7 Helpline open to all ages0182 327 6892 or 0800 138 1692
Papyrus
If you are having thoughts of suicide or are concerned for a young person who might be you can contact Papyrus HOPELINEUK for confidential support and practical advice.
Call: 0800 068 4141
Text: 07860039967
Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org
Opening hours:
9am – midnight every day of the year (Weekends and Bank Holidays included)
Our Suicide Prevention Advisers are ready to support you.
Help for adults
Samaritans
Telephone 116 123 – 24 hours a day
Or you can email: jo@samaritans.org
24 hours a day Samaritans volunteers answer each email.
Writing an email can be a calm and safe way to work through what's on your mind.
Especially if it feels too upsetting to talk about on the phone.
You can also write to them at:
Chris
Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
PO Box 9090
STIRLING
FK8 2SA
https://www.samaritans.org/
Shout
SHOUT 24/7 Crisis Text Service – Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258
https://www.giveusashout.org/
Connection (Dorset)
24/7 Helpline open to all ages
0800 652 0190 or access via NHS 111
Mindline (Somerset)
24/7 Helpline open to all ages0182 327 6892 or 0800 138 1692
The Silver Line
For older people. (approx. over 55)
0800 470 8090
Open 24 hours a day, everyday
https://www.thesilverline.org.uk/
Community Front Room in Shaftesbury
Open to anyone (18 or above)
“Providing a welcoming, safe space where you can discuss problems and work towards possible solutions.”
2.15 pm – 9.45 pm, Thursday to Sunday
Shaftesbury Hope Project, Unit 4, Plot 25c, Longmead Industrial Estate, SP7 8PL
Access in person or also available virtually by going to: https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/access-mental-health/community-front-rooms or phone Connection on 0800 652 0190 to speak to be put through to the staff on the telephone.
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CALM - Campaign Against Living Miserably
A leading movement against male suicide.
Call 0800 58 58 58
5 pm until midnight every day
Also webchat facility at https://www.thecalmzone.net/
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