If you need to talk to someone now:
The Lighthouse for Perth, offer crisis support to those age 12+, who are at risk with their mental health and live in Perth and Kinross. This includes those who are at risk of suicide or self-injury, or those who find themselves in emotional distress or crisis. Freephone: 0800 121 4820, Facebook messenger or email help@lighthouseforperth.org.
The Edinburgh Crisis Centre is for people who live in Edinburgh who are having a mental health crisis, and people who are caring for people with mental health issues. They are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and calls to them are free. Call on 0808 801 0414 or email crisis@edinburghcrisiscentre.org.uk
The Joshua Nolan Foundation offers support and advice to people living in Scotland of all ages and gender identity, who may identify as being at risk of or affected by suicide. www.joshuanolanfoundation.org/
Samaritans provide a safe place to talk 24 hours a day. Phone 116 123.
Grassroots Suicide prevention have produced The Stay Alive app. This is a pocket app suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information to help you stay safe. You can use it if you are having thoughts of suicide or if you are concerned about someone else who may be considering suicide.
Papyrus is a national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide. It operates HOPELINEUK which offers support and advice to young people (under 35 years) at risk of suicide. Phone 0800 068 41 41 every day 9 am to midnight. Text 0786 003 9967
Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone struggling to cope anywhere, anytime. Text: Shout to 85258
Support for those that have been bereaved:
Help is at Hand: Support after someone may have died by suicide. This digital download is a resource for people who have been bereaved by suicide.
Winston’s Wish provides support for bereaved children and families. Phone 08088 020 021 Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm
Richmonds Hope provides support for children and young people aged 4-18 years who have been bereaved.