Get support now
If you need help now, support options are available below.
In an emergency, call 999.
If you need advice on how to talk with someone who is thinking about suicide, a step-by-step guide is available via the button link.
Resources in your area
If you live in one of the below areas, you can access local support.
Liverpool
Reach out Liverpool – Suicide Prevention.
St Helens
OK to Ask – Support after suicide, support after a suicide attempt, suicidal thoughts.
Sefton
We’re here – Support for Mental Health and Wellbeing
Cheshire East
Live Well – Self harm and suicide prevention support
Halton
How can I seek & get help for a mental health problem?
Calm your mind | Get back to a better place – men’s health campaign
Resources for everyone
NHS 111
If you need to talk to someone urgently about your mental health, you can call NHS 111 and select option 2.
This will connect you with a mental health worker in your area. The number is free to call from a landline or mobile.
In emergency situations where there is an immediate risk to life, you should contact 999 or go to A&E.
Samaritans
Call: 116 123
Email: [email protected]
Visit: samaritans.org
Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Whatever you’re going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. They’re available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Papyrus HOPELINE247
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Call: 0800 068 4141
Text: 88247
Email: [email protected]
Web Chat www.papyrus-uk.org
If you are a child or young person under the age of 35 who is experiencing thoughts of suicide or you are concerned that a young person could be thinking about suicide, contact HOPELINE247 today.
Shout Crisis Text Service
A free confidential number you can text any time – day or night. Text SHOUT to 85258 to get text support
CALM
Call: 0800 58 58 58
Helpline open 5pm to midnight every day.
If you’re struggling with suicidal thoughts, CALM can help you. Talk to their helpline staff to find the support you need to feel better.
Hub of Hope
A website and app where you can find mental health services and programmes in your area.
Stay alive app
The Stay Alive app is a pocket suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information to help you stay safe.