Urgent Help

Below you will find a list of emergency services with contact information for any immediate concerns.

Feeling suicidal?

Suicide. Don’t hide it. Talk about it. If you are feeling suicidal, the best thing is to talk. Speak to someone you can trust or call a helpline.

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Concerned about someone?

Concerned about someone – get in touch – In an emergency call 999.

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Worried about a child or young person being harmed?

If you have any concerns or worries about a child or young person, speak to someone.

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The following websites and phone numbers can help:

Samaritans

We offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal. Call 116 123

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Sometimes our thoughts and feelings can overwhelm us. It helps to get some Breathing Space. Pick up the phone – we’re here to listen. Call 0800 83 85 87. Lines open 24hrs at weekends (Fri-Mon: 6pm-6am) and 6pm to 2am at other times (Mon-Thurs).

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NHS 24

Our 111 service is here to provide urgent health advice out of hours, when your GP Practice or Dentist is closed. Dial 111 for help.

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Choose Life

We aim to respond to people in distress, discuss suicide and improve the NHS response to suicide.

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Childline

You can contact Childline about anything. Whatever your worry, it’s better out than in. We’re here to support you and help you find ways to cope. 0800 1111 or by email or online chat via their website.

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Child Protection

If you are worried a child or young person is being harmed, contact the Family Protection Unit or The Child Protection Team.

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Do you currently feel panicky or very distressed? If so it can help to try some of these simple exercises.

Grounding

Focus on the here and now. Look around the room and take in your surroundings, notice the details. Focus on each of your senses in turn, what can you see, smell, hear, taste and feel? Stand up and feel your feet firmly on the ground.

Calming Self Talk

Repeat these statements to yourself. These feelings will pass. I can deal with this. I have survived before and I can get through this.

Talk it out

It can help to share how you are feeling, is there someone you can talk to? If you would prefer to speak to a trained listener then you can phone The Samaritans, Breathing Space, Choose Life or NHS 24 at the numbers listed above.