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Carer centres and services PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide

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About

PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide is the UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people.

Our main support service is HOPELINE247 which is a free and confidential suicide prevention helpline supporting young people as well as concerned others and professionals. Our trained advisers offer you a safe and non judgmental space to talk through your experiences of suicide, get help on staying safe for now and guidance.

For support:

Call: 0800 068 4141

Text: 07860039967

Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org

Opening times

24 hours 365 days a year including bank holidays

Catchment area

National helpline across the UK

Target group

Anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide as well as parents, families and carers of vulnerable young people experiencing mental or emotional distress, teachers, pastoral staff, and anyone who comes into contact with a young person.

Referral method

Self referral

This information was supplied by Serco Global Services on 1 April 2025.