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Samaritans

Samaritans provide emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including feeling suicidal. You can contact their helpline, email them, or use their webchat feature. They are available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. They are open to all age groups and backgrounds, nationwide.

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Winston’s Wish

Winston’s Wish is a charity supporting children and their families after the death of a parent or sibling. They have a national helpline and a 24/7 text, crisis support service. Text WW to 85258.

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Sheffield Citizens Advice

Sheffield Citizens Advice is a free advice service. They can help you find a way forward, covering issues including debt, homelessness, and gambling.

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Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide

Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS) is an self-help organisation who work to meet the needs of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend. Many of their volunteers have themselves been bereaved by suicide.

The Sheffield support group meets 1st Wednesday of the month. During the pandemic they’re meeting online – to join, email [email protected] or ring Nick on 07858 290078.

Their national helpline is 0300 111 5065. It is open 9am-9pm Monday to Sunday.

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CALM

CALM, the Campaign Against Living Miserably, exists to prevent male suicide through their helpline, website, and campaigns.

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Amparo

Amparo (by Listening Ear) provide emotional and practical support to anyone who has been affected by suicide. The service can be 1-1, with family groups, groups of colleagues or peers. During the pandemic, they can offer appointments via video call.

It is currently available in South Yorkshire.

You can self refer to Amparo, refer as an agency, or as a coroner.

You can find out more information about Amparo by watching these two videos:

For Amparo Clients
For Professionals

Please note, Amparo is not a counselling service.

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