Suicide help

If you are struggling now or worried about someone else

Free and confidential support is available 24 hours a day, there is always someone to talk to.

Call NHS Connection, Dorset's mental health helpline, on 0800 652 0190
Text SHOUT to 85258
Call Samaritans on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org

If your or someone's life is in danger, call 999 immediately.

If you or someone else is approaching crisis point

Get support with:

Face to face drop-ins at The Retreats in Bournemouth and Dorchester
Virtual and face to face drop-ins at Community Front Rooms in Bridport Shaftesbury, Wareham and Weymouth
Face to face to support at The Sanctuary Crisis Intervention Hub CIC on Portland, available 7 days a week
Adult group or 121 support sessions with Mind Dorset to develop positive mental wellbeing, increased self-esteem and self-confidence

Download the Stay Alive app to keep local support information, guidance to help stay safe and your own safety and wellness plans in one convenient place, or visit the Stay Alive website.

If you need less urgent support

Do tell your GP practice how you are feeling. Watch this video for expert tips on how to start the conversation with your GP practice.

If you want to, refer yourself for talking therapies visit the Steps2Wellbeing website.

Create a wellbeing plan to boost your mood so you’re in a better place to cope with challenges.

What to expect when asking for help

Watch these short videos to find out what it’s like to:

Call the Samaritans

Text Shout to 85258

Visit the Retreat

Bereavement by suicide support

Please do not struggle alone. Bereavement by suicide is different from any other kind of bereavement, bringing an unfamiliar intensity and range of emotions. Visit Dorset HealthCare to find bereavement support here in Dorset and from national organisations.