Are you having suicidal thoughts?
If you are feeling suicidal, there are people you can talk to who want to help:
- ask a friend, family member or someone you trust
- call the Samaritans 24-hour support service on 116 123
- contact NHS 111
- if you are a young person you can call Childline 24-hour support on 0800 1111
- make an urgent appointment to see your GP
- if you don't feel able to keep yourself safe right now, call 999 or go to A&E
If you are already cared for by North London Mental Health Partnership services, you can also:
- contact the team that coordinates your mental health care on a long-term basis. You can locate your service using the A-Z of services. This is available Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
- if you need urgent mental health support outside that team’s working hours then you can contact the Crisis single point of access. These urgent help numbers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Other support
The Listening Place offers free face to face ongoing support, by appointment, for those who feel life is no longer worth living. They see visitors at locations in Bloomsbury, as well as Pimlico and Hammersmith. You can self refer here or call 020 3906 7676.
James’ Place offer free face to face support, advice and help for men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis. You can self-refer or ask your GP or mental health practitioner to refer you. They are located near Old Street/Moorgate. Visit www.jamesplace.org.uk or call 020 3488 8404
