If you need urgent help - Crisis support options
If you're seriously injured or at risk of harming yourself right now, call Triple Zero (000) for an ambulance.
For free, confidential 24/7 counselling call or chat online to Lifeline or Suicide Call Back Service.
If life is in danger, call Triple Zero (000)
How do I use the Beyond Now web app?
Work through the 7 steps one-by-one. You can do all of them or just the steps that are most important to you.
Once you've finished your plan you can print it or email a copy to yourself, your GP, mental health professional or trusted supporters.
It can feel like a big task to set up a safety plan. You might want to tackle it with the help of a person you trust. If it feels too hard, stop, have a break and come back to it later.
What is suicide safety planning?
Get started with your plan so that you can use it the next time you're feeling unsafe.
To learn more about suicide safety planning visit Beyond Now - suicide safety planning.
There are 7 steps to creating your personal safety plan.
They include:
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know your warning signs, so you can act early
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make your environment safe by removing harmful items
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distract yourself with activities you can do or people you can be with
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remember things that make you feel strong.
About this service
- Short-term support for people who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping or staying safe
- confidential one-to-one support with a trained Lifeline telephone crisis supporter
What we do during the call
- Listen without judgment
- Provide a safe space to discuss your needs, worries or concerns
- Work with you to explore options for support