HELPING OUT A MATE
We want New Zealanders to know what puts people at risk, what warning signs we can all look out for, how to get help for ourselves or someone else and what we can do to prevent people from becoming suicidal. We want our families, whānau and community to feel empowered to care for their loved ones when they need support. If you think someone may be suicidal, or showing signs of depression, ask them. It could save their life just by showing you care. • Asking about suicide will not put the thought in their head. • Ask them directly about their thoughts of suicide and what they are planning. If they have a specitic plan, they need help right away. • Ask them it they would like to talk about what's going on for them with you or someone else. They might not want to open up straight away, but letting them know you are there for them is a big help. • Listen and don't judge. Take them seriously and let them know you care. • Help them to find and access the support they need from people they trust: friends,
family, kaumãtua, religious, community or cultural leaders, or professionals. • Don't leave them alone - make sure someone stays with them until they get help. • Support them to access professional help, like a doctor or counsellor, as soon as possible. Offer to help them make an appointment, and go with them if you can. If they don't get the help they need the first time, keep trying. Ask them if they would like your help explaining what they need to a professional. • Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor • Lifeline 0800 543 354 or 09 522 2999 or free text 4357 (HELP) • Suicide Prevention Helpline 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOK0) • Youthline 0800 376 633 or free text 234 • Samaritans 0800 726 666. Mental Health Crisis Team Napier, Hastings 0800 112 334
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