Helpful Organisations
Maytree
London based respite centre that provides short-term respite to people who are suicidal. People can ring them directly to discuss arranging a stay. You can only stay there once.
Tel: 0207 263 7070
Mood Swings
Helpline proving advice, info and support to people with severe mood disorders
Tel: 0845 123 6050 | Opening hours: 10am-4pm, Mon-Fri
No Panic
Helpline for people with anxiety disorders. Also has telephone recovery group for members
Tel: 0800 138 8889 | Opening hours: 10am-10pm everyday
Sane
Emotional support line for people in mental distress
Tel: 0845 767 8000 | Opening hours: 6pm-11pm everyday
Samaritans
NHS Direct
Operate 24/7 and should be able to provide details of local crisis support services or advise on accessing local services.
A&E
Tel – 999 (emergency) / 111 (non-emergency)
International
Australia
Lifeline – 13 11 44
Suicide Line – 1300 651 251
Ireland
Samaritans – 1850 60 90 90
North America
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 1-800-784-2433/1-800-273-8255
South Africa
Lifeline – 0861 322 322
New Zealand
Crisis Line – 04 494 9169