If you are ‘actively suicidal‘ and in need of immediate attention:
- Call 111 or 999 if you are in immediate danger.
- Attend A&E and ask for the Mental Health Liaison Team.
Don't suffer alone – contact us:
RSCH/BGH/PRH:
01273 696555
Ext. 63692
WGH/SRH/SLH:
01243 788122
Ext. 31624
In-house counselling and listening services
Self refer to our free, counselling services for staff. Visit our staff psychological support services page for more information.
Vivup 24/7 Telephone Support
Call 0330 380 0658
Access UHSussex Vivup services
Crisis Information
Always contact GP for guidance, information and monitoring. Visit the NHS website for more information.
Mental Health Rapid Response Service
East and West Sussex
Brighton and Hove
Hopeline UK
Self Help Resources
- Postvention Guidance
- Samaritans Postvention Booklet
- NHS England – working together to prevent suicide
- Working together to prevent suicide in the NHS workforce
- Zero suicide alliance training
- Grassroots suicide prevention
- Calm zone – campaign against living miserably
- Harmless – centre for self-harm and suicide prevention
- MindOut LGBTQ+ Mental Health Service
- Staff Networks and Clubs
- NHS employee suicide: A postvention toolkit to help manage the impact and provide support
Zero Suicide Alliance
Access a range of free online learning sessions that can provide you with a better understanding of the signs to look out for, and skills required to approach someone who is struggling with either social isolation or suicidal thoughts.
Access the free online learning sessions