Stay Alive App - An app for those at risk of suicide and those worried about someone

The Stay Alive app is a suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis. You can use it if you are having thoughts of suicide or if you are concerned about someone else who may be considering suicide.

In addition to the resources, the app includes a safety plan, customisable reasons for living, and a LifeBox. Here you can store photos and memories that are important to you.

You can also read the strategies for staying safe or explore the tips on how to stay grounded when you’re feeling overwhelmed. Try the guided-breathing exercises, and support your wellness by creating your own interactive Wellness Plan.

The app links you directly to local and national crisis resources, so you won’t need to carry around slips of paper with contact details on – it’s all stored there within the app. If the resource isn’t listed, simply add in your own.

NB. The additional services listed below have only come on line since lockdown and as such aren’t included in the ‘safe to talk’ leaflets.

Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Mental Health Crisis Line

The crisis line number is 0808 196 3779 and is available to anyone in mental health crisis anytime and anywhere across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

It is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to people of all ages and is the number to call if you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need immediate help.

The crisis line is operated by local health workers, who will help you get the right support.

Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Mental Health Helpline

The Nottinghamshire Mental Health Helpline is available 9am-11pm 7 days a week for anyone of any age who needs emotional support or information about what help is available locally for people struggling with their mental health.

Anyone living in Nottinghamshire can use the service. A team of supportive mental health workers are on hand to provide information and advice e.g. techniques that people can use to manage anxiety. They will also be able to direct people to other services where needed. The helpline website also includes useful information about a range of common mental health issues such as anxiety and low mood and how to promote feelings of wellbeing.

Professionals are also welcome to call the helpline for advice on working with patients with mental health issues.

The helpline is being delivered by Turning Point.

The helpline number is 0300 555 0730. For more information and mental health resources visit https://www.turning-point.co.uk/nottingham-helpline.