If You Need Someone Now

If you are in danger right now, or thinking about ending your life, call 999 or 112.

You do not have to be in crisis to reach out. These are free, and someone will listen.

In Ireland

Samaritans — call 116 123. Any time, day or night.

Text 50808 — text HELLO to 50808. Any time, day or night.

Pieta — call 1800 247 247, or text HELP to 51444. Any time, for anyone thinking of suicide or self-harm, or bereaved by suicide.

In the UK

Samaritans — call 116 123. Any time, day or night.

Shout — text SHOUT to 85258.

And tell someone near you: a friend, someone in your family, your doctor. One person is enough to start.

Numbers checked September 2026.