Medical Emergency
If you have a physical injury or are experiencing severe symptoms (e.g. pain, vomiting, bleeding) call NHS 111, or if it is an immediate emergency and you require the police, ambulance or fire services call 999.
If you are having suicidal thoughts and intend to act on them imminently, you should call 999 and ask for an ambulance.
If you are on any of our Cornwall campuses, you should also alert the Safety and Support Team on 01326 253503.
In cases of overdose and serious injury through self-harm you must seek immediate medical help by calling 999, even if you, or the person you are with, do not/does not feel unwell. The effects of an overdose can be delayed by hours (even days) and can be fatal.
Mental Health Emergency
If you are worried about your own or someone else’s mental health, you can call 111, select option 2, any time of day or night. You will be connected to an NHS mental health professional who will listen to you and determine how best to help.
If you are having suicidal thoughts and feel you cannot keep yourself safe or intend to act on your thoughts imminently – call 999 and ask for an ambulance.
If you are on campus, you should also alert the Safety and Support Team on 01326 253503.
Victims of Rape or Sexual Violence
The following 2 organisations offer specialist support for anyone who has experienced sexural assault, abuse, or rape. It you are considering reporting the incident to the police, please talk to SARC who offer practical , medical and emotional support to everyone, regardless of age or gender.
Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs). Home – Devon & Cornwall SARC – NHS or call 0300 303 4626
Independent Sexual Violence Advisor Service (ISVAs). The Bridge Project South West or call 01208 220212
If you feel you are at risk or at risk from others, please call 999.
Crisis Support Contacts
Samaritans
Call 116 123 if you need someone to talk to, who won’t judge or tell you what to do. How they can help – Samaritans
