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Charity offering free, life-saving therapy to men in suicidal crisis at centres in London, Liverpool and Newcastle. www.jamesplace.org.uk

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If you are worried someone you know might be suicidal the best thing to do, although it can feel very difficult, is ask them directly. You can signpost a man in suicidal crisis to us in London, the North East & the North West for free, life-saving therapy jamesplace.org.uk/support

08.10.2025 15:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The team of twenty raised over Β£2,000 and we are incredibly grateful for their hard work and generosity! Thanks again to everyone involved, your support really does make a difference πŸ’™

03.10.2025 09:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This #FundraisingFriday we want to thank everybody who took part in September's Carry that Weight Challenge 2025 organised by the team at Caring Connections. The group walked 26 miles, with some participants in weighted vests, to raise funds for James' Place!πŸ‘πŸŽ‰

03.10.2025 09:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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27 year old Yannick came to James' Place London early last year for help after he experienced a suicidal crisis. Read his full story & find out more about the free, life-saving therapy we offer to men in suicidal crisis on our website www.jamesplace.org.uk/yannicks-sto... #suicideprevention

01.10.2025 10:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The free, life-saving therapy we offer is delivered face-to-face, or often, shoulder-to-shoulderπŸ’™Our trained, professional therapists support men in suicidal crisis at our warm & welcoming centres in Liverpool, London & Newcastle. Anyone can refer a man to us, or refer yourself: jamesplace.org.uk.

30.09.2025 10:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At James' Place we use cards during our therapy sessions with men in suicidal crisis - we call this part of our therapy 'Lay Your Cards on the Table'. The cards help a man quickly explain what is going on for him. More info about the free, life-saving therapy we offer at jamesplace.org.uk

25.09.2025 16:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our Chief Executive Ellen O'Donoghue @ellenod.bsky.social contributed to this fantastic free guide from Ripple Suicide Prevention and Zero Suicide Alliance which aims to make talking about suicide easier - at work, in schools, and at home.
Download it free at zurl.co/EllenO

23.09.2025 11:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Fundraise to prevent suicide Want to fundraise to prevent suicide? Find out more about how you can support James' Place. We offer free, life-saving treatment to suicidal men.

Places are filling up fast, so sign up ASAP! Run for James’ Place and help save lives while doing something incredible πŸ’™ πŸ‘‰ Head to jamesplace.org.uk/fundraising (πŸ”— link in bio) to register and join Team James' Place today!

19.09.2025 14:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“’ New charity places available!

Head to our website (πŸ”— link in bio) to check out the new races open for registration, including the London 10K, the Barcelona Half Marathon and the Barcelona Marathon – this has a short registration period and places are filling up fast, so sign up ASAP!

19.09.2025 14:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Joe came to see us last year after moving to a new city and issues at work led to a suicidal crisis. Read his full story at www.jamesplace.org.uk/joes-story-2/
Find out more about the free, life-saving therapy we offer to men in suicidal crisis at jamesplace.org.uk

18.09.2025 14:19 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet one of our therapists at James' Place Liverpool - Clare - who has been with us for over 6 years. She says: "It’s such a privilege to be able to walk alongside our clients and see the positive changes they attain through our work together." Read more jamesplace.org.uk/meet-the-therapist-clare/

17.09.2025 13:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We've now helped well over 4,300 men out of suicidal crisis. With centres in Liverpool, London & Newcastle, and a fourth in Birmingham planned for next year, we're doing all we can to ensure as many suicidal men as possible can access our free, life-saving therapy. Find out more jamesplace.org.uk

16.09.2025 10:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We cannot thank Gavin, Richie and everyone at Sage enough for their generosity and we hope the duo are both taking a well-deserved rest!

12.09.2025 07:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Gavin and Richie, both Sage employees, were supported by the Sage foundation who committed to match funding donations up to a total of Β£5,000. This has enabled the duo so far to raise an incredible Β£8,184 with Sage's backingπŸŽ‰

12.09.2025 07:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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This #FundraisingFriday we wanted to congratulate Gavin and Richie who completed their 5 day coast to coast challenge this weekend, running 190 miles and sleeping rough while raising funds for James' Place πŸƒ

12.09.2025 07:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's #WorldSuicidePreventionDay tomorrow. Can you play your part in preventing suicide by sharing this? It helps to raise awareness of the free, life-saving therapy we offer men in suicidal crisis in Liverpool, London and Newcastle - enabling us to reach more men that need us. jamesplace.org.uk

09.09.2025 10:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Entry for the 2026 is now open. If you would like to support James' Place next year you can get in touch with fundraising@jamesplace.org.uk for more info! πŸŽ‰

#suicideprevention #greatnorthrun

05.09.2025 08:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This #FundraisingFriday we want to wish good luck to all our runners representing James' Place this weekend at the Great North Run 2025 πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Our ten runners have already raised over Β£14,000 and we couldn't be more grateful πŸ’™

05.09.2025 08:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Word On Health (Podcast) - Word On Health (Podcast) In this edition, Paul Pennington talks to Jane Boland, Clinical Lead with the suicide prevention charity, James' Place.  Please note:  This interview contains discussion of suicide and suici...

Thank you to Paul Pennington for having our Clinical Lead Jane Boland on the Word on Health podcast ahead of #WorldSuicidePreventionDay next week

You can listen at buzzsprout.com/974077/episo...

#suicideprevention

04.09.2025 13:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At James' Place we use cards during our free therapy sessions with men in suicidal crisis. They're a useful tool to help a man quickly explain what is going on for him in that moment, what thoughts and emotions he is feeling, and what's causing his crisis. jamesplace.org.uk/support

20.05.2025 14:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're hugely grateful to the amazing Spencer Matthews for raising funds and awareness for us on his next challenge and World Record Attempt - Project 7. 7 full triathlons, on 7 continents🌎, in less than 4 weeks πŸ’ͺ givestar.io/gs/spencer-m.... We're behind you all the way Spencer! πŸ’™

15.08.2025 14:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Want to find out more about the free, life-saving therapy we offer to men in suicidal crisis?

Sign up to our online webinar taking place next week
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

#suicide #suicideprevention

12.08.2025 14:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Every penny raised helps us provide free, life-saving therapy for men in suicidal crisis.

Head to our website to find an event and make every mile count πŸ’™

*For sold out events, you can register your interest to be notified if a place becomes available.

07.08.2025 13:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ready for a challenge? πŸ’ͺ

Team James' Place now has charity places in some of the most iconic races across the UK & Europe, from Paris Marathon to Hackney Half, Run Aintree to Tough Mudder. Whatever your pace, there’s a race for you.

07.08.2025 13:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Over Β£500 was raised for James' Place, an amount that will go far in helping to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis. We can't thank you enough πŸ’™

01.08.2025 08:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's #fundraisingfriday and we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who played in, attended and organised Morgan Athletics' charity match in memory of Tom Morgan and Ellis Folkard at Heron Eccles this past weekend.

01.08.2025 08:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our annual report for 2024-25 is now on our website. We're proud that every year we keep growing and are able to support more men in suicidal crisis, providing thousands of free, life-saving therapy sessions at our centres www.jamesplace.org.uk/our-impact-2...

31.07.2025 16:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's #fundraisingfriday and we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who took part in The Sam Johnson Memorial Cup last weekend at Hebburn Town FC. Over 250 players across 31 teams and 500 friends and family turned out to remember Sam, whilst raising an incredible Β£10,000 πŸ’™

25.07.2025 09:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At James' Place we offer free, life-saving therapy to men in suicidal crisis at our centres in Liverpool, London or Newcastle. If you or someone you know needs help it's easy to make a referral to us, visit our website jamesplace.org.uk #suicide #suicideprevention

20.02.2025 17:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Want to find out more about the free, life-saving therapy James' Place offers to men in suicidal crisis? Sign up to our next open day at James' Place London on Wednesday 23rd July 10am-12pm. Book your spot at forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
#suicide #SuicidePrevention

15.07.2025 09:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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