If you are visiting the diocesan offices at the Old Cathedral School in Truro, you may notice some of the team displaying orange badges.

The Orange Button highlights that the person wearing it is OK to say/hear the word suicide, can listen without judgement, and can support people with signposting.

Healthy Cornwall funds training for the scheme which aims to support people struggling with mental ill health and their loved ones by providing individuals who can help.

The Orange Button is worn by people who have undergone extensive mental health first aid or suicide prevention training. They don’t provide counselling, but they can help you find relevant services.

As well as wearing an Orange Button badge, individuals can also display the Orange Button on their email signature to show that they are trained and available to help.

If you’re struggling with mental ill health, having thoughts of suicide, or are worried about a friend or family member visit the Mental Health pages to find help and support.  Or call 111 and select the mental health option (option 2). This call is free and will enable you to speak to a mental health professional in Cornwall. Anyone, any age, any time.

If you have a safeguarding concern, you can contact the diocesan safeguarding team here. If there is an imminent risk of significant harm, please also immediately refer to Social Care (01208 251300), MARU (0300 1231 116) or Police (999).

You can also find more information about other support available here.