Suicide prevention in Kingston

Suicide is always a devastating event, both for the person who takes their own life and for their family and friends. 

Many others involved in providing support and care, as well as witnesses, first responders and beyond will feel the impact. The strategy was developed in partnership with multiple teams across the Council and external partners including, but not limited to, Kingston Samaritans, South West London & St George’s Mental Health Trust, Kingston Hospital and Achieving for Children, as well as being informed by data and evidence. This strategy is for anyone living in Kingston.  It covers all ages.

The purpose of Kingston’s Suicide Prevention Strategy is to reduce the local suicide rate and support those affected or bereaved by suicide. 

We will be taking action across eight priority areas in partnership with residents, the NHS, community and voluntary organisations and other partners. Many of its actions will also strengthen mental health across population groups. This will be monitored by Kingston’s Multi-Agency Suicide Prevention steering group.

You can read the full Preventing Suicide in Kingston Strategy Report 

Or you can read the shorter Executive Summary. 

If you need help now you can contact emergency support.