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Bristol Charity Advent 2020, day 6: Suicide Prevention Bristol
The life-saving work carried out by Suicide Prevention Bristol is needed more than ever in a year that has been difficult for so many.
The team of volunteers say they have seen first-hand the detrimental impact the pandemic has had on people’s mental health and they are working around the clock to offer 24-hour online and phone support.
Using skills in crisis intervention, the volunteers come from a diverse range of backgrounds and offer supportive listening to start a dialogue and to encourage more hopeful solutions than suicide.
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A specialist outreach team also patrol high risk areas in Bristol and pledge to help people whoever they are and whatever their situation.
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“Suicide Prevention Bristol are a fantastic charity who have been saving lives across the city for over two years,” says Marianne Ramnath, a Suicide Prevention Bristol trustee.
“Bristol has a very high rate of suicide. Suicide Prevention Bristol volunteer their time tirelessly by patrolling high-risk areas, as well as offering 24-hour online and phoneline support.
“This year has been incredibly difficult. We have seen first-hand the detrimental impact it’s had on so many people’s mental health.
“Suicide Prevention Bristol are needed now more than ever. It will be a huge benefit to many who are struggling right now to know that there is the support out there for them.”
The Suicide Prevention Bristol volunteers have seen first-hand the toll this year has taken on many people’s mental health – photo courtesy of Suicide Prevention Bristol
The Whiteladies Road-based charity is run solely by volunteer and donations are vital to continue the work. Every penny donated goes directly back into preventing suicide & saving lives. Donate via www.spbristol.org/donate.
The 24-hour assist line is 0800 689 5652
Main photo courtesy of Suicide Prevention Bristol
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