Thank you for reaching out for help. We know it’s hard.
Now you’ve taken this step, we’ll talk to you about your thoughts of suicide and self-harm and figure out the next steps together.
It can be helpful to have a carer or support person with you as we discuss your care needs and how to keep you safe.
How we will work together to keep you safe
Our team will ask you about your thoughts and feelings about suicide.
So we understand what’s happening for you, please tell us as much as you can about:
- what matters to you
- what is worrying you
- any recent changes
- past and current suicidal behaviour
- the people and things that support you
- what helps to keep you safe.
We’ll explore your choices and options for care and support.
This will help us to understand the risks you’re facing.
If you’re comfortable, we’d also like to talk to your carer, friend, or support person. Working together, we’ll make sure you have a current safety plan.
Together we'll shape the next steps
We’ll discuss the type of care that’s best to keep you safe:
- the appointments and referrals that have been made
- who your discharge summary will go to
- the services we recommend for further support.
Useful numbers
to know
Support for First Nations People
QLife LGBTQI+ support
3pm to midnight each day
Alcohol and Drug Information Service
In an emergency call 000