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Local Support
Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham and Redbridge
Supporting people who are experiencing suicidal thoughts to access the right service at the right time.
Visit the Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham and Redbridge website
National Support
Mind
Mind provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
The Listening Place
Face-to-face support for those who feel life is no longer worth living.
James' Place
Anxiety UK was formed in 1970, by Katharine and Harold Fisher as a result of Katharine’s experience of agoraphobia and her desire to develop support for others similarly affected.
Samaritans
Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal. Call Samaritans free, 24 hours a day 365 days a year.
Maytree
Maytree's mission is to save the lives of those in acute suicidal crisis. It is for those at immediate risk, an alternative to emergency services.
Papyrus UK
Prevention of Young Suicide is the UK charity dedicated to the
prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional
wellbeing in young people.
Hub of Hope
A mental health support directory. Whether you want to find a service to help you feel better or you want to support someone who is struggling, they can help.
The Silver Line Helpline
A free, confidential telephone service just for older people. They provide friendship, conversation and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.