We all need support at times of stress and
loss, particularly if it feels too difficult to find a way to carry on. One thing we want to say
… if you are experiencing thoughts that it’s too difficult to carry on, or others would be
better off if you weren’t here, please think again. There are ways forward, and you are
too valuable to be lost
Support for anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, identity issues, mental health, money
worries, relationship issues, suicidal thoughts.
https://www.thecalmzone.net
National out-of-hours mental health helpline offering specialist emotional support, guidance
and information to anyone affected by mental illness, including family, friends and carers.
Helpline available daily between 4pm and 10pm
(0300 304 7000)
https://www.sane.org.uk/how-we-help/emotional- support/saneline-services
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We change minds across England and Wales by making mental health something people talk about every day. We speak out against unfair treatment in healthcare, at work, and in the law – things that make life harder for people with mental health problems.
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We support minds by giving help when it’s needed – through our advice, information, and local services.
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And we connect minds by bringing people and communities together – people who care about mental health and want to make a difference.
0300 102 1234
https://www.mind.org.uk/need-urgent-help/using-this-tool/
info@mind.org.uk
Raising awareness.
Suicide is the biggest killer of those under 35 in the UK. We only learned this terrifying fact because our daughters took their own lives. By raising awareness, we hope we can help prevent other families from being devastated by suicide.
https://www.facebook.com/3DadsWalking
https://www.3dadswalking.uk/
PAPYRUS exists to reduce the number of young people who take their own lives, by shattering the stigma surrounding suicide and equipping young people and their communities with the skills to recognise and respond to emotional distress.
HOPELINE247
Call 0800 068 4141
Text 88247
Email pat@papyrus-uk.org
https://www.papyrus-uk.org
National Suicide Prevention Helpline, available every day for:
those experiencing mental health difficulties or suicidal thoughts
those wanting to find help for someone in difficulty
those bereaved by suicide
0800 587 0800
https://spuk.org.uk
Our Confidential Mental Health Helpline Provides a Support Service for Those in Need
When you’re experiencing a mental health crisis, the right help and support can make all the difference. No matter when you call or what you’re going through, our free, mental health helpline run by specially trained voluntary workers offers compassionate support. We will listen without judgement and help you find ways to cope and start feeling better.
0808 115 1505
https://sossilenceofsuicide.org
We help individuals support each other, at the time of their loss and in the months and years that follow. We aim to provide safe, confidential environments where people can share their experiences and feelings, giving and gaining support from each other.
email.support@uksobs.org
0300 111 5065
Our vision is to provide adults bereaved by suicide in England and Wales with timely and effective support, because everyone deserves to feel like they have permission to grieve.
Check out our various support services below.
0800 054 8400
https://www.suicideandco.org
Suicide Grief: Coping with a Loved One’s Suicide
The loss of someone you love from suicide can be devastating. But there are ways to navigate the shock, confusion, and despair and begin the healing process.
0300 111 5065
https://www.helpguide.org/mental-health/grief/coping-with-a-loved-ones-suicide
Suicide – Coping with loss
This section looks at what support is available when a loved one has died by suicide. It also provides information about investigations that may happen and how to support someone bereaved by suicide. This information is for anyone affected by suicide.
https://www.rethink.org/advice-and-information/about-our-advice-service/get-help-now/
Winston’s Wish offers specialist suicide bereavement support for families, children and young people (up to 25) when someone important has taken their own life. We have supported many families bereaved by suicide and are a member of the Suicide Bereavement Support Partnership. Below is information, guidance and resources on how to talk to children about suicide and support them when their mum, dad, brother, sister or other important person has died by suicide.
Families bereaved by and dealing with loss from suicide may also have to face agonising questions, intrusive public scrutiny and cope with extra emotions such as guilt, shame and self-blame. Children and young people may need extra support to help them cope with their grief.
08088 020 021
ask@winstonswish.org
https://winstonswish.org/supporting-you/supporting-a-bereaved- child/suicide-bereavement-support/
