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.
Pregnancy Choices Directory
Help for those facing unplanned pregnancy or following an abortion.
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Quiet Connections
Support for those with social anxiety, creating a community of understanding
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RABI
Support for farming families.
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General enquiries: 01865 724931, Helpline: 0808 2819490
Re-Gain
Emotional support, pre-crisis accommodation (Oakleigh House), and helpline.
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0845 1228668, Hotline: 0808 8000306
Refuge
Provides accommodation, support, and information to women in abusive relationships.
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0808 2000 247
Respect
Offers support and advice for people who are abusive and/or violent towards their partners.
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0808 802 4040
Rethink Mental Illness
Support services for adults 18+ living with mental illness in Cornwall
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01208 815676
Royal Voluntary Service
Helps older people retain their independence and community connections.
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01209 705159
SALT - Sexual Abuse Listening Therapy
Information, support, and listening service for those who have suffered sexual abuse.
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01752 600599
SEAP (Mental Health Advocacy)
Advocacy for people with mental health difficulties on service provision issues.
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0330 440 9000
Quiet Connections
Coaching, workshops, and social meets for those suffering from social anxiety.
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Quiet Connections
Coaching workshops and social meetings for those suffering from social anxiety.
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REACH (Risk Evaluation & Co-ordination Hub)
Offers risk assessment of domestic abuse victims, safety planning, and referral onto services.
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0300 7774777
Recovery College Cornwall
Courses supporting recovery from mental ill-health through learning
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Refuge4Pets
Provides a pet fostering service so individuals and families can escape violent and abusive relationships.
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07497 382457
Rethink
Provides expert, accredited advice and information to everyone affected by mental health problems.
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0300 5000 927
Roadpeace
Provides support, advice, and advocacy for road crash victims.
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0845 4500355
Rural Community Link Project
Community-based projects reducing social isolation for people with mental health issues.
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01566 779333
SCARD
Information and phone support for those affected by road traffic accidents (RTAs).
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0345 1235542
SEEDS Cornwall
Helping to improve services for abused women and children in Cornwall.
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