Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Adults Mental Health Support

Suicide Support

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Samaritans - (Self-Refer) -Whatever you're going through, call us free any time, from any phone on 116 123. We're here round the clock, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you need a response immediately, it's best to call us on the phone. This number is FREE to call. We’re there for people when they need us, which could be any time of day or night. People talk to us for as long as they like, as many times as they like. We don't rush, interrupt or push anyone out of the door. We let people lead the conversation at their own pace. There's no waiting lists, and no assessments.


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Help is at Hand  - A booklet specifically written for those bereaved by suicide by those who have also been affected by suicide. The booklet gives practical information as well as details of further support.


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STOP Suicide – CPSL Mind’s STOP Suicide is an award-winning suicide prevention campaign which reaches across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. It seeks to empower communities and individuals to help stop suicides by being alert to warning signs, asking directly about suicide and helping those who are feeling suicidal to stay safe. 

You can find information on how to support others and manage suicidal thoughts yourself on their website and there are voluntary opportunities to get involved with campaigning.



Help is at Hand logo Support After Suicide - We are a special interest group of the National Suicide Prevention Alliance who focuses on supporting those bereaved or affected by suicide.


NHS 111 and select the mental health option First Response Service (Self-Refer) - A 24-hour service for people in a mental health crisis, you can access this by dialing 111 and then choosing the mental health option. This service is for anyone, of any age, living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough (for some areas like Wisbech you will need to ask for option 2 when you get through to a provider who will pass you on). The phone will be answered by a trained mental health professional who will be able to listen to your concerns and help you get the support you need. They can offer advice over the phone, put you in contact with the crisis services or even refer you to a Sanctuary - safe places run by Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire Mind (CPSL Mind).


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Lifecraft - Lifecraft is a user-led organisation for adults in the Cambridge area who have experience of mental health difficulties in their lives. Services include creative activities, recovery groups, social activities and employment and volunteering opportunities. Lifecraft also have an Information Hub, a counselling service and Lifeline a Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Crisis and Support Helpline, freephone 0808 808 2121 11am-11pm, 365 days a year.

Lifeline - Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Crisis and Support Helpline, freephone 0808 808 2121 11am-11pm, 365 days a year.



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