Experiencing suicidal feelings can be overwhelming, isolating and scary. But you’re not alone – if you, or someone you know, is experiencing suicidal thoughts use the resources below to get help
If someone is in danger call 999 immediately or visit our urgent help tab
Find out more about getting support for suicidal feelings
What should I do if I'm feeling suicidal?
Anyone wanting support can call the free helpline number: 0300 561 0115 and speak to our team of Connectors.
The Safe Connections Community Hub aims to support people who are experiencing suicidal thoughts. We offer a safe space for people to talk about their feelings and concerns and explore the underlying reasons as to why someone may feel suicidal. Our connectors provide a mixture of emotional and practical support and tailored signposting to help meet the individual’s needs. We also work with people to create a personalized wellbeing which provides a written list of coping strategies and sources of support to use before or during a suicidal crisis.
We understand that for some people making the first call can be difficult, and so alternatively, people can email: safeconnections@mithn.org.uk to request a call at a convenient time for them.
Call the Safe Connections Community Hub
Email the Safe Connections Community Hub
The Safe Connections Community Hub provides support to those living in the City of London, Hackney, Waltham Forest, Tower Hamlets, Havering, Newham, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham. Please see other support options below if you do not live in these areas
Text The 24-hour Crisis Text Service
Shout is available to text 24 hours a day. every day of the year. Just Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258
Call Samaritans
Samaritans are available to call 24 hours a day every day of the year. Call them at 116 123 or email a member of the team by clicking here
Other useful contacts in North East London and the City of London
The 24-hour City and Hackney helpline
The City and Hackney Crisis helpline is available to call 24 hours a day, every day of the year – 020 8432 8020
The 24-hour Crisis Text Service
Shout is available to text 24 hours a day. every day of the year. Just Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258
Samaritans
Samaritans are available to call 24 hours a day every day of the year. Call them at 116 123 or email a member of the team by clicking here
Useful contacts in Tower Hamlets, Newham and Redbridge
Tower Hamlets Together Café
You can visit the Tower Hamlets Together Cafe on Monday – Friday 5pm -9 pm, Weekends and Bank Holidays 12-9pm at the Osmani Centre, 58 Underwood Rd, E1 5AW
Or give them a call at 0809 196 2103
Tower Hamlets 24-Hour Mental Health Crisis Helpline
The Tower Hamlets 24-Hour Mental Health Crisis Helpline are available to call 24 hours a day, every day of the year at 0800 073 0003
Newham 24-Hour Mental Health Crisis Helpline
The Newham 24-Hour Mental Health Crisis Helpline are available to call 24 hours a day every day of the year at 0800 073 0066
The 24-hour Crisis Text Service
Shout is available to text 24 hours a day. every day of the year. Just Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258
Samaritans
Samaritans are available to call 24 hours a day every day of the year. Call them at 116 123 or email a member of the team by clicking here
Useful contacts in Havering, Barking and Dagenham
Mental Health Direct
Mental Health Direct are available to call 24 hours a day, every day of the year at 0800 995 1000
The 24-hour Crisis Text Service
Shout is available to text 24 hours a day. every day of the year. Just Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258
Samaritans
Samaritans are available to call 24 hours a day every day of the year. Call them at 116 123 or email a member of the team by clicking here
