I will text you as often as you need until you're safe and okay.
1
Please talk to me as much as you feel able to. It should help to reduce the pain.
2
It would be really good if you could speak to your GP or another mental health professional. I can set up an appointment and go with you if you like, or we can go to an Emergency Department.
3
Have you got a plan as to how you would suicide? It is really important that we both work to keep you safe right now. Would you be OK if I take away/hold onto whatever means you were thinking of using so we can keep you safe for now?
4
Lots of people have suicidal thoughts when they're at a really low point. I can help you write a safety Plan.
5
How about we get some more hands on deck? I can help arrange an appoinment with Headspace, or a simillar group, to get the best possible advice. This isn't something you want to go through on your own.
6
I can help organise for you not to be left alone until the crisis has passed.
7
Can I help by getting in touch with your GP or your specialist? We can explain to them what you've been telling me.
8
Please promise me that you'll be safe until I check in tomorrow.
9
I'm going to check in with you before I go to bed. I'm worried that you're not well enough to do this on your own, and you are very much NOT alone.
10
I understand if you don’t want to talk to me about this. Would it be helpful to find someone you would feel more comfortable to talk to?
11
There are resources/services out there that can help you through this situation. Would you like me to help connect you.?
12
We all love you and are so grateful to have you in our lives and it so hard to see you this way. Please tell us how we can help.
13
Please remember lots of people have had these thoughts and fought them off. We can do the same together.
14
If you feel you may be struggling with depression you don’t have to struggle in silence. It’s important you know I’m here to help.
15
There are so many treatments available that can help you manage your depression.
16
Depression tells people the pain will never stop. I insist that is not true.
17
We're heading to [place/event] later. It wouldn't feel complete without you there—want to join us?
18
I've noticed you don't go outside much anymore. I'd really like to stay close. Would you like me to come over, or maybe meet for a coffee?
19
I want to cook a meal for you. What would you like?
20
I'm bringing over dinner tonight—would you prefer [Option A] or [Option B]?
21
I have 30 minutes to help with chores—should I do the dishes or take the bins out?
22
I'm at the grocery store picking up milk and bread. Do you need anything else?
23
I'm coming over to sit on the couch and read for a bit while you rest—no need to talk.
24
I can drive you to your appointment on [Day] and wait in the waiting room for you.
25
I'm sending this just because I'm thinking of you. No need to reply.
26
I saw this [link/photo] and it made me think of you.
27
Would you like me to hold onto your [medication/lethal means] for a while so the house feels safer?
28
Can I help you make that phone call to the doctor? I can sit right here while you do it.
29
Let's just walk to the end of the street and back—five minutes, no pressure.
30
I'm here to listen if things feel heavy, or we can just watch [TV show] in silence.
31
I'm happy to help you clear out some of those unread emails if they're feeling overwhelming.
32
Can I help you update your safety plan today?
33
I'm putting a reminder in my phone to check in with you every day.
34
I'm dropping off some pre-cut fruit and easy snacks so you don't have to worry about food today.
35
I've got an hour on [Day] to help with whatever's on your to-do list—you pick the task.
36
I can help you look up some local support groups or therapists if you're ready for that.
37
I'm going to open the blinds and let some light in—stay right where you are.
38
Can I take the dog for a walk for you this afternoon?
39
I'm in your corner today and every day, no matter how loud the depression gets.
40
I can pop over / stay on the phone while we tuck away anything unsafe—want a hand?
41
I'll help book a longer GP appt and come with you if you want.
42
Let's add crisis numbers to your favourites—2 mins, done.
43
I can check in at 9pm + 7am for a few days—sound okay?
44
Want me to sort dinner or order something easy so you can rest?
45
I'll help draft a message to school/work about needing a mental health day.
46
Let's do a 2-min grounding timer—breathe, name 5 things you see/hear/feel.
47
My phone's on loud for you tonight—ping me anytime.
48
I can sit with you while you use webchat/text for support.
49
Want help booking headspace/Head to Health or a counsellor?
50
Let's write a tiny plan for the next 3 hours and stick it on Notes.
51
If you're comfy with it, I can hold onto meds/sharps for a couple days.
52
If you don't feel safe, I can go with you to ED / urgent care.
53
I'll send a low-effort check-in meme daily—just so you know I'm here.
54
Keen for a mini 'fresh air' loop—down the street and back? I'll come.