Need support?

You deserve support. You are not alone.

You do not have to face unbearable pain alone. Free, independent services are available right now.

Sprinkle of Happiness is not a crisis or emergency service, and cannot respond to emergencies. If you are struggling, please contact one of the services below.

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Are you in immediate danger or worried you may act on suicidal thoughts?

These services are independent of Sprinkle of Happiness and are available now.

999 / A&EIf there is immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E.NHS 111 mental-health supportCall 111 and press 2 for the mental-health option (England, 24 hours a day).Samaritans116 123. Free to call, 24 hours a day.SHOUTText SHOUT to 85258. Free, 24 hours a day.CALM0800 58 58 58. 5pm to midnight, every day.National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK0800 689 5652. Evenings; check their website for current hours.

Compassion over condemnation

Suicide is not a moral failure.

Suicidal thoughts are not evidence of weakness. People can reach points of overwhelming distress, hopelessness, isolation or pain, and shame can make it harder to ask for help.

If you are struggling, please reach out to someone you trust or to one of the services above. Asking for help is a strength.

Faith and compassion

While we are here, we can care for one another.

People hold many different beliefs about life, death, spirituality and what may come afterwards. Some religious language can increase shame for someone already suffering. Sprinkle of Happiness chooses compassion, listening, connection and care over condemnation.

This is connected to Seva, compassion, equality and Chardi Kala.

What we believe

Suicide prevention can include standing beside people.

It can include listening, reducing isolation, practical support, helping someone connect with professional support, noticing when somebody is struggling, honest conversations, creative expression and community connection.

Sprinkle of Happiness workshops, circles and conversations are not emergency services, therapy or clinical treatment.

If you're worried about someone

Take it seriously. Listen calmly. Ask directly.

I'm really glad you told me.You don't have to face this alone.Are you thinking about suicide?Can we contact someone together?Let's focus on getting through the next few minutes.

Stay with them if it is safe to do soHelp them contact supportAsking directly does not create suicidal thoughts

Future support programmes — Coming Soon

More support programmes may follow.

Sprinkle of Happiness is exploring additional wellbeing and support programmes. Further information will be shared when the appropriate training, safeguarding arrangements and operational requirements are in place.

In the meantime, our creative workshops, circles, walks and yoga are about community and wellbeing. They are not counselling, therapy or crisis support.

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Bereavement

There is no single correct way to mourn.

Grief after suicide can include shock, anger, guilt, confusion, love and unanswered questions. If you have been bereaved by suicide, your GP or NHS 111 can help you find specialist bereavement support, and Samaritans are available any time on 116 123.

You do not have to solve your whole life tonight.

Let's focus on the next safe step.

Get Support Now Call Samaritans 116 123