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Learning from Lived Experience:
Suicide Prevention in Our Community
AWARENESS. CONVERSATION. ACTION.
Every story matters and lived experience is powerful and we want to make sure the voices of people with real stories help shape what comes next.. Together, our voices are stronger.
Your answers will help us understand what’s happening in our community when it comes to supporting people impacted by suicide – and how we can do better, together.
Complete our survey by clicking below, and help shape the future of suicide prevention in our community.
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ABF & Baton of Hope - A collaboration
At ABF, suicide prevention has become a core part of our work over the past 18 months. We've been delivering safeTALK training and raising awareness in the very places where people live, work, and gather – from community cafés like Caffi Wylfa to support groups meeting at Pontcysyllte Chapel Tearoom. It’s through this work that we were introduced to the Baton of Hope, and we’re proud to now be the Lead Charity Partner for the Wrexham leg of the UK’s biggest suicide prevention initiative.
Our very own Business Development Officer, Zoe, has been working alongside Project Lead, Susan, who lost her son Daniel to suicide in 2021. Her daughter Charlotte carried the Baton in his honour during the 2023 tour in Newcastle, their hometown. When asked to be Project Lead in the 2025 tour after relocating to Wales, Susan chose Wrexham and was introduced to ABF by the Baton of Hope team - unaware at the time that Daniel had worked with ABF back in 2019. That serendipitous link has brought Zoe and Susan together in a way that feels both emotional and full circle.
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“It genuinely feels like Daniel brought us together. I’m doing this for him – but also to prevent other families having to go through what we have."
Read the full story: Hope Takes to the Streets
More about Baton of Hope UK
The Baton of Hope is the world’s first physical symbol of mental wellbeing – a striking and beautifully crafted baton that’s passed from person to person, carrying with it powerful stories of loss, survival, and hope.
It was designed and donated by Thomas Lyte – the same world-renowned makers behind the FA Cup and other iconic sporting trophies.
Baton of Hope UK was founded by two parents who lost their sons to suicide and wanted to turn pain into purpose. Their aim was simple but bold: to get the whole country talking about suicide, to challenge the stigma, and to make prevention a national priority.
The Baton is now at the heart of a growing movement – helping to start conversations, raise awareness, and bring hope into communities across the UK.
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To find out more, visit their website here: www.batonofhopeuk.org
If you, or someone you know, need support, the following helplines offer free, confidential help and support 24/7:
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C.A.L.L. Helpline
Call 0800 132 737
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Shout
Text 85258
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Samaritans
Call 116 123
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NHS 111 Mental Health Support
Call 111
& Press Option 2
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Papyrus HOPELINE247
Call 0800 068 4141 / Text 88247
If you’ve been bereaved by suicide, there are services out there to support you including:
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NALS Cymru
www.nals.cymru
A free and confidential service in Wales for anyone affected by suicide
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Enfys Alice
www.enfys-alice.co.uk
Supporting individuals who have been bereaved or affected by suicide in North Wales
If you’ve supported someone in a suicidal crisis and would like support to debrief with a professional:
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Papyrus HOPELINE247
Call 0800 068 4141 and ask for the debrief service
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To find out more about the support available local to you, these websites are directories where you can search by postcode:
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Hub of Hope
www.hubofhope.co.uk
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DEWIS (Wales only)
www.dewis.wales
StayAlive App
This app is a pocket suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis.
You can use it if you are having thoughts of suicide or if you are concerned about someone else who may be considering suicide.
Find out more and download the app here: www.stayalive.prevent-suicide.org.uk
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