Help in a crisis

Help in a crisis

If there is an immediate danger to life, dial 999 or go to your nearest Accident and Emergency Department.

If you or someone you know needs help in a mental health crisis, contact the crisis team by:

• Visiting www.ghc.nhs.uk/crisis; or
• calling 0800 169 0398.

The number is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Callers may be asked to leave their name and number on an answerphone. In these circumstances, staff will return the call within one hour. The team works with those aged 11 upwards.

Stay alive app

The stay alive app provides information, tools, and local signposting information 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. You can also use it to create your own safety plan.

The app can be accessed through the Apple Store, Google Play and downloaded as a PDF.