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3 Dads Walking... and Talking
48:44|Just before they set off on their third walk, Tim, Mike and Andy of the 3 Dads Walking hang up their boots and have a sit down to chat about memories of their previous walks across every corner of the country, their incredible fundraising of over £1 million which greatly supported PAPYRUS' HOPELINE247 helpline go 24/7, their Pride of Britain award, and most importantly their three daughters Emily, Beth and Sophie that they sadly lost to suicide. The Dads set off on their 'Walk of Hope 2024' on the 17th April. Starting at the Stirling PAPYRUS Office, their 25 day trek takes them down the east of the country to finish at Norwich Town Hall on the 11th May. To come and cheer them along the way, find their route tracker here: A Walk of Hope 2024 — 3 Dads Walking.HOPELINE247 is here to support anyone under 35 who is struggling with thoughts of suicide. Trained advisers are here for you all day every day by calling 0800 068 4141, texting 07860 039 967 or emailing pat@papyrus-uk.org. For more information about PAPYRUS and to access resources visit Papyrus UK Suicide Prevention | Prevention of Young Suicide (papyrus-uk.org).
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How can I create a suicide safety plan?
28:22|Why is it so important to have your voice heard as a young person? February marks Children's Mental Health Week, with this years topic being "My Voice Matters". Sophie from HOPELINE247, Lucy Oliver from Merseyside Youth Association and Siobhan Keating, a young person's advocate, all discuss the importance of encouraging young people to speak up and find the power in their own voice.In light of a new video campaign between PAPYRUS, MYA, YPAS and CAMHS, this episode also discusses safety planning, a collaborative tool between a young person who is struggling with thoughts of suicide and a trained suicide prevention adviser, describing what one is and how it works.HOPELINE247 is here to support anyone under 35 who is struggling with thoughts of suicide. Trained advisers are here for you all day every day by calling 0800 068 4141, texting 07860 039 967 or emailing pat@papyrus-uk.org.
Stressful festivities and New Year plans
25:15|With the festive season occurring over this month, we are joined by HOPELINE247 advisers Alicia Ewington and Gav Topley to have a chat about the pressures of this time of year and how to look after yourself if you feel overwhelmed. Alicia and Gav both talk about how to handle the stresses of Christmas and how to prepare for the New Year, along with giving some essential advice about self care and how to manage your thoughts of suicide.HOPELINE247 is here to support anyone under 35 who is struggling with thoughts of suicide. Trained advisers are here for you all day every day by calling 0800 068 4141, texting 07860039967 or emailing pat@papyrus-uk.org.
HOPECAST - MAY 2023
01:11:06|To mark International Nurses Day, we hosted a HOPECAST Nurses and suicide special with PAPYRUS Trustees Sarah Fitchett and Dr. Annessa Rebair who both have backgrounds in Nursing and lived experiences of suicide. Sarah and Annessa talked about the different mental health challenges Nurses can face and the professions link to suicide which often isn't talked about enough.HOPELINE247 is here to support anyone under the age of 35 struggling with thoughts of suicide and support for concerned others. Trained advisors are here to support you now 24/7 on 08000684141.Fundraising for suicide prevention
31:18|For April's episode of HOPECAST we want to shine a light on fundraising, there are so many ways you can raise funds and help make a difference. We spoke to Vicki and Annie from the PAPYRUS fundraising team to find out more. As it's now officially spring there are so many events coming up you can get involved with to support PAPYRUS!HOPELINEUK is here to support anyone under the age of 35 struggling with thoughts of suicide and support for concerned others. Trained advisors are here to support you everyday from 9am until midnight on 08000684141.ADHD and suicide with Tanya Bardsley
41:34|For this month's special episode of HOPECAST we're joined by media personality and entrepreneur Tanya Bardsley were we focussed on the link between ADHD and suicide, especially amongst women. Tanya has lived experience of suicide when she was younger and was diagnosed with ADHD aged 40, which she said has helped a lot things in her life make sense for her. HOPELINEUK is here to support anyone under the age of 35 struggling with thoughts of suicide and support for concerned others. Trained advisors are here to support you everyday from 9am until midnight on 08000684141.Misconceptions of calling a suicide prevention helpline
18:48|February's episode of Hopecast is a HOPELINEUK special where we're joined by advisors Emma Lacey and Chloe Cartwright based in Cardiff. Emma and Chloe talk about some of the misconceptions about contacting HOPELINEUK, who can contact the helpline and how a range of trained advisors can support you.HOPELINEUK is here to support anyone under the age of 35 struggling with thoughts of suicide and support for concerned others. Trained advisors are here to support you everyday from 9am until midnight on 08000684141.