
Mental health & domestic abuse are of particular concern at
the moment - with people spending more time at home than usual.
This is because being isolated can prevent victims from getting
help and cause anxiety, stress and loneliness for those with mental
health problems.
St Helens Council and members of the St Helens Community Safety
Partnership are urging people to support those dealing with
domestic abuse to get mental health help if they need it.
Many of the people who are victims or their friends and family
supporting them through dealing with the trauma of domestic abuse
will also find their mental health suffers.
A ribbon is a symbol of awareness and
support
According to Refuge UK, every week 3
women take their own lives to escape domestic abuse.
Show your support for victims - add the ribbon to your profile
picture on on facebook
here.
Help give victims another choice:
If you hear violence from your neighbours, make the call, do it in
confidence: call 101 or if you think someone is in immediate danger
call 999
If you are concerned about someone you know or live near:
- Ask them if they want to talk, listen to them, and assure them
it's not their fault.
- Let them know you are concerned and encourage them to get help
from the support services available.
- You can offer to contact a support service or someone they
trust, on their behalf.
If you think you're experiencing Domestic
Abuse?
- You are allowed to leave the house during lockdown and could
get help whilst out.
- If you need to leave, plan ahead - have a bag ready with the
things you need such as phone, clothes, money or medication.
- You are not alone - you will be listened to and helped.
- It's never your fault.
You can call the Safe 2 Speak 24 hour helpline on 01925
220 541 for help, refuge and advice
Get more information about domestic abuse support here
It's #OK2ASK for help
If you're having suicidal thoughts, it's important that you tell
someone.
- Remember that thoughts of suicide are just thoughts, you don't
have to act on them.
- 1 in 5 people experience them.
- It's important to acknowledge that it's OK to have these
feelings and get help.
Call: 01925 275309 for 24 hour mental health support
across Cheshire and Merseyside.
Samaritans also provide 24 hour support, call: 116
123
For more information about suicide prevention, visit: www.oktoaskcampaign.co.uk
