Exists to meet the needs and break the isolation of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend.
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SCARD is a charity set up to help relieve distress amongst people who have lost a loved one, been injured or affected by traffic collisions. They also offer support to people that have witnessed and helped at a road traffic collision. Support includes a helpline, face to face counselling, online counselling, support group and an annual Oakleaf Memorial service.
A unique charity dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and disconnection that can lead to suicide. Shout is the UK’s first free 24/7 text service for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It is a place to go if you are struggling to cope and you need immediate help.
SANE provides emotional support and specialist information to anyone affected by mental illness, including families, friends and carers. Email support and online forums are available via the website.
SANEline is a national out-of-hours mental health helpline offering specialist emotional support, guidance and information to anyone affected by mental illness, including family, friends and carers. They are open every day of the year from 4.30pm to 10.30pm on 0300 304 7000.
Provides a confidential and sympathetic listening ear to those in emotional distress.
Oxford Samaritans phone line is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support to anyone who may be experiencing feelings of distress or despair; including those that may lead to suicide.
Provides a confidential and sympathetic listening ear to those in emotional distress. Face-to-face support is available in Oxford and Banbury. Please call for opening times.
Provides information about mental health as well as local services across the UK.
Papyrus is a national charity for the prevention of young suicide. They provide confidential support and suicide intervention through the helpline, with trained professionals giving support, advice and information to young people under the age of 35 who feel suicidal, or people worried about a young person being at risk of suicide.