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Sheffield Digital Safety Plan

The Sheffield Digital Safety Plan is now live, bringing services across Sheffield together with one unified, accessible tool to support people at risk of suicide. Developed through collaboration between Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield Flourish,…

January 20, 2025

South Yorkshire Memorial Service

An inclusive service for those affected and bereaved by suicide, to remember and reflect, all welcome. Booking is encouraged but not essential.

October 24, 2024

Memorial event for those who are bereaved by suicide

On the 14th of December, there will be a memorial event for those who are bereaved by suicide. The event aims to create a safe space for sharing stories, finding solace, and fostering understanding. Unite in compassion to break the stigma surrounding suicide and stand together in solidarity. If you’re…

November 30, 2023

My Story (Anonymous)

At 26-years-old I was married with a son. I was a sound engineer, session musician, and my band was weeks away from signing a recording contract with a major record label for a lot of money. That was my life. And then I was put into a psychiatric hospital. By…

October 25, 2023

Chrissie’s Story

This is 'Chrissie's Story'. Connected Worlds recently ran a meaningful project for people who have experienced feeling suicidal, or who have lost someone through suicide. Through one-to-one conversations short personal stories have been created, aiming to spread awareness around suicide, and break down stigma. This story was part of this project that was funded by Sheffield City Council.

September 15, 2023

My Story

This is 'My Story'. Connected Worlds recently ran a meaningful project for people who have experienced feeling suicidal, or who have lost someone through suicide. Through one-to-one conversations short personal stories have been created, aiming to spread awareness around suicide, and break down stigma. This story was part of this project that was funded by Sheffield City Council.

September 8, 2023

Lisa’s Story – Silence

If someone out there is feeling alone, if you find a tiny bit of hope, even if it is a finger that someone offers you, grab onto it because it saves your life. I attempted on my life when I was 14. I had been sexually abused by a…

September 1, 2023

Charles’s Story

This is Charles's story. Connected Worlds recently ran a meaningful project for people who have experienced feeling suicidal, or who have lost someone through suicide. Through one-to-one conversations short personal stories have been created, aiming to spread awareness around suicide, and break down stigma. This story was part of this project that was funded by Sheffield City Council.

August 25, 2023

Neil’s Story

This is Neil's story. Connected Worlds recently ran a meaningful project for people who have experienced feeling suicidal, or who have lost someone through suicide. Through one-to-one conversations short personal stories have been created, aiming to spread awareness around suicide, and break down stigma. This story was part of this project that was funded by Sheffield City Council.

August 18, 2023