Suicide is the biggest killer of young people in the UK, and through our new BSL translation service on HOPELINE247, we are removing the barriers for D/deaf people to access the lifesaving suicide prevention support that they deserve.
#DAW2024
#SuicidePrevention
Thank you to Youtuber Pewdiepie for donating an incredible $144,000 to PAPYRUS 💜
The funds donated will go a long way towards supporting our helpline HOPELINEUK.
We are so thankful to everyone who raises money for PAPYRUS, whether it's £5 or £5,000 - your donations save lives.
Here is the first of our four films for our brand new campaign Bedtime Stories - Chapter Two. The amazing
@MichaelSheen
tells the story of Annabelle and the Trolls as part of our campaign to raise awareness of the dangers that children and young people face online 💜
We want to say a heartfelt thank you to Daniel Craig, for donating £10,000 to PAPYRUS for
@3DadsWalking
.
What an amazing way to send Tim, Andy and Mike on their way, as they start their 300-mile walk tomorrow, in memory of their daughters, Emily, Sophie and Beth 💜
#JamesBond
Every year over 1,600 young people die by suicide. There are people amongst us every day thinking about suicide. Many of them give out signs - we need to know how to notice them. Please watch and share.
#SpotTheSigns
Today is
#WorldHealthDay2020
and we would like to say thank you to all of the nurses, midwives, doctors, care workers and key workers working selflessly in our NHS and beyond. We couldn’t be prouder or more thankful for what you’re all doing for the country right now. 💜
If someone is thinking about ending their life, the thought is already there. Asking about suicide does not increase the risk.
If you're worried about someone and need help initiating the conversation, our Conversation Starter guide can help 💜
#WSPD
Emma Webb has completed her 18 day walk from Chepstow to London to raise awareness for suicide prevention. With a Royal visit along the way, Emma has raised an incredible amount of money in memory of her daughter, Brodie. Congratulations Emma! 💜
@ThewebstermWebb
#doitforbrodie
Tonight, and over the Christmas period, our thoughts are with those who have been bereaved by suicide.
We understand Christmas can be a difficult time for those of us who have been bereaved and we light a candle in memory of the loved ones we have lost.
💜
As
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
draws to a close, it's time to light a candle to remember those we have lost to suicide and support those impacted.
#WSPD
is a day of hope, where together, we strive to promote awareness, smash stigma and prevent suicide. 💜
Exciting news to share! Our
@3dadswalking
have now raised more than £1 million! 🎉👏
Read more about their amazing achievements here
Andy, Mike and Tim - We are so proud 💜
What a powerful video by
@NorwichCityFC
to mark
#WorldMentalHealthDay
.
This video reminds us that the signs of struggle aren't always obvious. Let's remember to check in on those around us, and if you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, please know you can call our trained…
We are so thrilled to announce a monumental milestone in our mission to create a suicide-safe internet. After years of tireless advocacy and the hard work of many campaigners, the
#OnlineSafetyBill
is now ready to become an Act of Parliament.
PAPYRUS has long been dedicated to…
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded an incredible new grant of £112,311 over three years by BBC Children in Need to fund our helpline HOPELINEUK.
Read more:
#SuicidePrevention
Anyone can experience thoughts of suicide no matter who they are and how they appear to their friends and family.
If you are worried that someone you know is struggling or if you are struggling yourself, HOPELINEUK can help
#HelpAndHope
#SuicidePrevention
For PAPYRUS, everyday is
#WMHD
and our supporters and families live with their experiences 365 days a year.
We want to take this opportunity to remember everyone who has a story to tell and everyone who has been lost to suicide.
#WeNeverForget
#SuicidePrevention
#HelpAndHope
Wow! Tonight we have been recognised for our work in
#SuicidePrevention
Behind every award lies a story and a life lost to suicide. Each award gives
#HOPE
and we are hugely grateful to our many supporters
#Proud
#HelpAndHope
Today is World Mental Health Day and this year's theme is suicide prevention.
Please take the opportunity to share the details of our Suicide Prevention Helpline HOPELINEUK - it could save a life.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
#WMHD
#WMHD19
Because suicide isn't 9-5.
If you're struggling with thoughts of suicide, whether it be day or night, call HOPELINE247 to speak to a trained suicide prevention adviser.
Call 0800 068 4141.
We offer free, confidential, non-judgemental advice and support.
We’re always open. 💜
We are so proud to announce that our animation
#SinkingFeeling
was announced Best Charity Film at last weeks
@TSEawards
Huge thanks to
@blue_zoo
who created such a powerful film which tackles the issue of young suicide so perfectly. 💜
Read more here
April is
#StressAwarenessMonth
, and we are again launching our
#30DaysOfSelfCare
calendar, designed to help you focus on looking after yourself this month.
Don't forget to tag PAPYRUS in your posts so we can share our favourites.💜
Find out more here:
@CarrieHFletcher
Carrie, what can we say?! We are well and truly overwhelmed by the incredible support we have seen. To have raised a staggering £5501 in just 24 hours is unbelievable! We’ve created a little graphic below outlining how this will help us 💜
This Sunday, 10 September, is World Suicide Prevention Day. For us, every day is World Suicide Prevention Day, and PAPYRUS offers suicide prevention support to the young people that need us, 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
This year alone, over 365,000 people* have…
How do we know if someone is thinking about suicide? We cannot be certain without asking directly.
If you ask someone if they're thinking about suicide & the answer is yes, it can be difficult to know what to say.
Here are some tips on what to do next:
And they are off!
@3dadswalking
are back on their feet for their next challenge.
The send off was a little different than planned due to Thursdays sad news but they were determined to continue with their campaign.
Best of luck Andy, Mike and Tim.💜
Our Head of Helpline Services, Kelly Thorpe, appeared on
@BBCBreakfast
this morning to discuss the vital conversations which save lives, and open up support to people experiencing thoughts of suicide. 💜
#WeArePAPYRUS
#SuicidePrevention
Tonight, and over the rest of the festive period our thoughts are with those who have been bereaved by suicide.
Christmas can be especially an difficult time for those of us that have been bereaved and tonight we light a candle in memory of loved ones we have lost 💜
"It was fantastic to sit down with the minister responsible for mental health and suicide prevention.
The fact that she listened to our story, was interested in what we had to say, and was keen to go forward and engage in the conversation is really positive." Andy
@3dadswalking
Today marks International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. Our thoughts go out today to everyone who has lost a loved one to suicide.
If you have lost a loved one to suicide, remember there are places to turn to for support. 💜
#SurvivorsOfSuicideLoss
#BereavementSupport
Today is
#SaferInternetDay
. We hear from many young people on HOPELineUK who experience online bullying and have suicidal thoughts. Watch
#BedtimeStories
and download our resources for advice on online safety
#SID2018
It's
#WorldMentalHealthDay
. By sharing our HOPELINEUK details, you could help save a life.
Our trained suicide prevention advisers are here for anyone aged 35 and under experiencing thoughts of suicide or anybody concerned for a young person.
#WMHD
#WMHD2021
#SuicidePrevention
Today is
#SurvivorsOfSuicideLossDay
. Those who have lost a loved one to suicide are at the heart of everything we do here at PAPYRUS.
Our thoughts are with those who have lost someone and we light a candle to remember those who have been lost to suicide 💜
#SuicidePrevention
90% of calls to HOPELINEUK mention
#COVID19
We understand the impact the pandemic is having on the mental health of young people
Our
#EmergencyAppeal
is simply asking you to
#ShareHOPE
and let everyone know PAPYRUS is here 💜
#SaveALife
Find out more 👇🏻
They're off!🥾
Mike, Tim, and Andy appeared on
@BBCBreakfast
this morning before setting out on their 500-mile walk from Stirling to Norwich.
Good luck
@3dadswalking
, and thank you for taking on this incredible challenge to spread hope, raise awareness, and open up crucial…
We have launched a brand new guide for parents which offers practical and professional advice to help break the silence around self-harm and suicide and encourage parents to talk to their children.
Download the guide here:
#SuicidePrevention
We are keen to see access to suicide prevention in the classroom so that nowhere is off limits for life-saving conversations. We have campaigned for over two decades, and it's amazing to see the
@3dadswalking
take this issue to the highest levels of UK government,
@RishiSunak
. 💜
I cannot begin to imagine the pain of losing a child to suicide.
Yesterday I met
@3dadswalking
who, through their grief, walked the length and breadth of the UK for
@PAPYRUS_Charity
Mike, Andy and Tim, it was an honour to meet you yesterday.
This morning
@Just3Mums
(Kim, Liz, and Michelle) appeared on
@BBCBreakfast
to discuss their 265-mile walk from Cheshire to Kent, in loving memory of their sons Hayden, Seb, and Maxi. 💜
To read more, please visit:
#SuicidePrevention
We are delighted to announce that our Suicide Prevention Helpline HOPELINEUK has been shortlisted for the Advice and Guidance Award by the Children and Young People Now Awards 2019!
#SuicidePrevention
#SaveYoungLives
@cypnow
Resting is such an essential part of
#SelfCare
- whether that is having an early night, having some time to yourself or listening to relaxing music.
All of these are great ways to recharge your batteries, it's ok to take a break.
#SelfCareSunday
#SuicidePrevention
Our award winning animation
#SinkingFeeling
, created in collaboration with
@Blue_Zoo
, explores themes of loneliness, isolation and the importance of peer support; it tackles the heart-breaking reality that many young people are suffering in silence without the support they need.
There are often ‘signs’ we can look out for which indicate someone could be considering ending their life, but we cannot be certain without asking directly.
"Are you thinking about suicide?"
This video was filmed for our
#SpotTheSigns
campaign in 2017.
#SuicidePrevention
This week is
#TransAwarenessWeek
, and we wanted to stand with the trans, non-binary, gender diverse and gender non conforming community and remind everyone that PAPYRUS is always here to support you, should you ever need us💜
Our calls were up by 27% in the 48 hours after the new England lockdown was announced.
We know these unprecedented times can create new challenges but please know if you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide we are here to help 💜
Resting is such an essential part of
#SelfCare
- whether that is having an early night, having some time to yourself or listening to relaxing music.
All of these are great ways to recharge your batteries, it's ok to take a break!
#SelfCareSunday
#SuicidePrevention
Today we have shared stories about how we work with so many partners and communities to help prevent suicide. Behind every one of these stories lies heartbreak.💔Tonight we light a candle in memory of those we have lost to suicide 💛💜
#WSPD18
#SuicidePrevention
April is
#StressAwarenessMonth
and we are again launching our
#30DaysOfSelfCare
calendar, which is designed to help you to focus on looking after you this month.
Don't forget to tag PAPYRUS in your posts so that we can share our favourites throughout April. 💜
#SelfCare
There are many reasons why we should talk about
#suicide
. However, we also need to talk about suicide safely.
We've put together thirteen reasons 'Why We Should Talk About Suicide Safely'
Read the full list here:
#ThirteenReasonsWhy
#13ReasonsWhy
While many people will celebrate the arrival of 2024 tonight, we understand the pressure that comes with a new year, so a gentle reminder: HOPELINE247 is here all night for anyone who might be struggling. Reach out anytime at 0800 068 4141.
Take care, and see you next year.💜
Today marks
#WorldMentalHealthDay2022
and HOPELINEUK is here for you 9am till midnight.
If you or a young person you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, contact HOPELINEUK for free and confidential support via call, text or email. 💜
#WeArePAPYRUS
#SuicidePrevention
Today is
#WorldMentalHealthDay
.
Please take this opportunity to share the details of our Suicide Prevention Helpline HOPELINEUK - it could save a life.
#WMHD2020
#WMHD
Following last month’s parliamentary debate, next week the
@3DadsWalking
will be meeting Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to discuss their campaign to make age-appropriate suicide awareness a compulsory part of the school curriculum.
Read the full story here: 💜
Opening up a safe conversation about suicide and asking 'are you thinking about suicide?' gives people a chance to share how they are feeling and learn what support is available.
If you are worried about opening up a conversation around suicide, call HOPELINEUK on 0800 068 4141.
If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, or are concerned about a young person, reach out to HOPELINEUK this
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
, we are here to support you.
Share this today with any young person who may be struggling today 💜
#WSPD22
#WeArePAPYRUS
After sadly losing their friend, Lucas to suicide, two of the Scout Explorers from Wyre Scouts, Ben and Isaac, said that they wanted to raise awareness of young suicide in Lucas' memory.
So far they have raised well over £4000! 💜
#CharityTuesday
#CharityHeroes
@joetracini
We couldn't agree more that talking about suicide openly in a safe and sensitive manner makes all our communities suicide-safer. Keep up your great work breaking down the stigma Joe 💜
If you're struggling with thoughts of suicide – any time of day or night – text HOPELINE247 to speak to a trained suicide prevention adviser.
Text 07860 039 967.
We offer free, confidential, non-judgemental advice and support.
We’re always open. 💜
#HOPELINE247
#WeArePAPYRUS
This week is
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
and the theme is kindness.
This week, we will be sharing information that will help you
#BeKind
to others and show
#Kindness
to yourself.
Now more than ever it is vital that we look out for each other and be kind to ourselves 💜
HOPELINEUK is here for you.
Whether you are a young person experiencing thoughts of suicide, someone who is worried about a young person who is struggling or a professional looking for advice HOPELINEUK can provide you with free, confidential, & practical support.
#WSPD2020
For PAPYRUS, every day is
#WSPD
as we aim to reduce the number of young people who take their own lives.
Sadly, many of our supporters have lost a loved one to suicide. We would like to take a moment to remember everyone who has been lost to suicide. 💜
#WeArePAPYRUS
Every year over 200 school aged children die by suicide.
As part of
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
we are taking a look back at our campaign from 2019 when we joined
@MrMickCoyle
@RadioCityTalk
in placing 226 pairs of shoes at
@SGHLpool
as a powerful reminder of the young lives lost
🗣 Did you know HOPELINEUK offers a debriefing service?
As well as supporting young people experiencing thoughts of suicide, we also offer a debriefing service for professionals who have recently had an encounter with suicide & would like to talk it through with a professional.
If you or someone you know needs support this festive season, remember there are caring hands and open hearts ready to help.
These services are just a click or a call away. Whether it's a chat, a listening ear, or guidance, there's someone ready to support you.💜
❌ ‘Committed Suicide’
🗣 The language we use when talking about suicide can be really powerful and can reflect our attitudes and influence other people’s attitude towards suicide. Here’s why we don’t say ‘Committed Suicide’ at PAPYRUS:
Over the weekend we hit an incredible 20,000 followers on Twitter. From all of us at PAPYRUS thank you so much for helping us to hit this milestone - your support means so much to us. 💜
#SuicidePrevention
#SaveYoungLives
The whole PAPYRUS family is deeply saddened by the news of the death of Tony Harrison on 5 February 2021.
Tony joined PAPYRUS in 2011 after the death of his beloved daughter, Vicky.
As well as his more recent work as a PAPYRUS trustee, Tony played a key role over the years...
For PAPYRUS, everyday is
#WSPD
and our supporters and families live with their experiences 365 days a year.
We want to take this opportunity to remember everyone who has a story to tell and everyone who has been lost to suicide.
#WSPD2020
#SuicidePrevention
#HelpAndHope
Today is
#CelebrationDay
, a time to reflect, remember, and honour the lives of our loved ones.
Our blog explores ways to commemorate their impact, including how to set up a tribute fund on
@MuchLoved
. Let's cherish their memory together.
Read here: 💜
Thank you to BBC Children in Need for all the support you've given PAPYRUS to help save young lives. The funds we received have allowed HOPELINEUK to answer calls from children struggling with thoughts of suicide.
#SuicidePrevention
#childreninneed2018
Good luck to
@3dadswalking
today with their petition in Parliament – thank you so much to Mike, Andy and Tim for everything that you’re doing to raise awareness and spread hope. 💜
#SuicidePrevention
Taking steps to support yourself and others doesn't have to always be a big gesture or take up loads of time. Doing small actions can go a long way and can help build ways to support yourself and others into your daily routine. 💜
#WeArePAPYRUS
#Support
#SelfCareSunday
Our Guide for Parents offers practical and professional advice to help break the silence around self-harm and suicide and encourages parents to talk to their children before it is too late.
You can download the guide here: 💜
#SuicidePrevention
It's
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
today; PAPYRUS believes that suicide is preventable. If you're aged 35 and under and are struggling with thoughts of suicide; or if you're concerned for a young person, call, text or email HOPELINEUK for free, confidential support.
#WSPD2020
#WSPD