Suicide Prevention
If you need to talk to someone urgently about your mental health, or you're concerned about a family member, call NHS 111 and select option 2 to be placed in direct contact with a mental health professional in your area. The number is free to call from a landline or mobile, even if you have no credit left.
Crisis Support
For immediate support, please contact:
Black Country Healthcare Foundation Trust 24/7 Helpline: 0800 0086 516
If there is any immediate risk to life, contact the emergency services by calling 999.
If in Sandwell or Wolverhampton, call 0345 646 0827, press 1. For Dudley or Walsall, press 2.
Black Country Support After Suicide
Provided by Rethink Mental Health, this service offers:
- 1-1 person-centred emotional and practical support
- 1-1 bereavement counselling
- Bereavement peer support groups
Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10am – 6pm (Evening appointments available)
Saturday – Sunday: Appointments can be pre-arranged
Papyrus Hopeline 24/7
For children and young people under 35 experiencing thoughts of suicide:
Shout
Shout is a free, confidential and 24/7 text messaging service for anyone in the UK who needs support.
Kaleidoscope Sanctuary Hub
The Kaleidoscope Sanctuary Hub at Hope Place, High Street, West Bromwich is open all week if you want to see someone face-to-face.
Monday – Friday: 6pm – 11pm
Saturday – Sunday: 12pm – 11pm