This service is available to the residents of:
Berkshire West
Reading
West Berkshire
Wokingham
Help for People Feeling Suicidal or at Risk of Self-Harm
We’re here to support you
If you’ve been to the Emergency Department because of your mental health, you might feel scared, alone, or unsure of what happens next. Our A&E Outreach Service at the Royal Berkshire Hospital is here to help.
Who can get support?
This service is for people who:
- Have been to A&E for their mental health
- Feel suicidal are at risk of self-harm
- Need support after leaving the hospital
How it works
This service provides support for those who are at risk of self-harm or have thoughts of ending their life.
If you’re referred to us, a Safety & Wellbeing Worker will contact you within 3 working days of leaving the hospital. You can have up to 4 support sessions to help you feel safer and more in control.
How we can help
Our team can
- Help you make a safety plan so you know what to do if you feel this way again
- Support you in connecting with others so you don’t feel alone
- Teach you ways to cope with difficult feelings
- Help you understand and manage triggers for self-harm or suicidal thoughts
- Find the right mental health services for your needs
You’re not alone
How can I access this service?
Referrals will be made by the Psychological Medicine Service at Royal Berkshire Hospital.