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Suicide Support

In times of extreme emotional distress, accessing the right support can be life-saving. This page connects you with organisations that provide immediate assistance, counselling, and ongoing support for individuals facing suicidal thoughts or crises. These services are designed to offer hope, intervention, and guidance during difficult moments.

If You, a Patient, or a Family Member Needs Help:
Here are resources designed to support those struggling with suicidal thoughts or crises:


Suicide Prevention Helplines: Immediate, confidential helplines offering 24/7 support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts. These helplines provide emotional assistance and can connect you with local services for ongoing help.


Mental Health Crisis Teams: Local and national crisis response teams that offer urgent intervention for individuals in critical mental health situations. These teams provide in-person and over-the-phone support.


Counselling and Therapy for Suicidal Individuals: Specialist therapy services and counselling aimed at helping those experiencing suicidal thoughts or severe depression. These services work to provide coping mechanisms and emotional support during crises.


Support Groups for Suicide Survivors and Families: Peer support groups and services for individuals affected by suicide attempts or families who have lost loved ones to suicide. These groups offer a safe space for sharing experiences and finding community support.


Charities and Organisations for Suicide Prevention: National and local charities offering programmes, workshops, and resources aimed at suicide prevention. These organisations also work to raise awareness and educate the public about mental health and suicide.

Out of Hours - Mental Health Team

24-hour support available via Bodmin switchboard for mental health emergencies.

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01208 251300

Outlook South West

Psychological therapy services for people aged 16 and above

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PAPYRUS - Prevention of Young Suicide

National charity dedicated to preventing young suicide.

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website:

0800 068 4141

Parkinsons UK

Support for yourself or someone with Parkinson�s disease.

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Phone:

website:

0808 8000303

Penhaligon's Friends

Support for bereaved children and families throughout Cornwall.

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Phone:

website:

01209 210624

Pentreath

1:1 outreach for people 14+ in Cornwall experiencing mental ill health

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website:

01726 862727

Pentreath Ltd

Offers training, work experience, and employment opportunities for those recovering from mental illness.

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website:

01726 862727

Perinatal Mental Health Team

Offers mental wellbeing support around the time of having a baby.

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website:

0845 207 7711. Option 1, 2, 3

Perranporth Surgery

1 St Piran’s Road, Perranporth, TR6 0BH

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website:

01872 572255

Pivital (PAS Ltd)

Provides supported accommodation for clients with mental health and drug/alcohol issues.

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website:

01202 306070

Outlook South West

Provides psychological therapies for OCD, Depression, PTSD.

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Phone:

website:

01208 871414

Overeaters Anonymous - Camborne Group

Support for overeaters.

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PTSD Support

Supports military veterans and families affected by PTSD and injuries.

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website:

01209 210350

Penhaligon Counselling

Low cost, donation-based counselling for adults.

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Penta Health & Wellbeing

Support groups, home visits, enablement support, and inclusivity activities.

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website:

01209 697575

Pentreath - BAME Mental Health

Support for BAME individuals experiencing mental health difficulties

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Phone:

website:

01726 862727 (Office), 07515 580002 (Dean)

Pentreath Ltd

Offers training, work experience, and employment opportunities for those recovering from mental illness.

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Phone:

website:

01726 862727

Perinatal Mental Health Team

Mental wellbeing support around the time of having a baby

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Phone:

website:

01872 221031

Pink Umbrella

Mental health support group for LGBT individuals, meets monthly in Truro.

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Phone:

website:

01872 243532

Praze Surgery

School Road, Praze, Camborne, TR14 0LB

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Phone:

website:

01209 831386

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