Sometimes we don't need a long message.

Sometimes we just need to know that there is somewhere to turn.

Suicide can be a difficult subject to talk about, but talking matters. Asking someone how they really are matters. Listening matters. And knowing where to find support can matter too.

If you, or someone you know, is struggling, there are services across the UK that are there to help:

Samaritans
116 123 – free, 24 hours a day

NHS 111
111 – select the mental health option for urgent mental health support in England

CALM – Campaign Against Living Miserably
0800 58 58 58 – 5pm–midnight, every day
Online support and resources also available.

Childline
0800 1111 – for anyone under 19

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK
0800 587 0800 – 6pm–midnight, every day

Hub of Hope
A directory for finding mental health support in your local area.

Stay Alive App
A suicide prevention app providing information and tools for people experiencing suicidal thoughts, or supporting someone else.

Zero Suicide Alliance
Free suicide prevention training and resources to help people recognise the signs, start conversations and support others.

If someone is in immediate danger, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.

You don't need to have the right words.

Ask. Listen. Talk.

Sometimes starting the conversation is the first step.