More than 650 people have been trained to wear the Orange Button and support people who are having suicidal thoughts across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Keen to encourage others to join the scheme, Orange Button wearers, Katrina and Euan have shared their stories in two new videos.

The Orange Button is worn by people who have relevant training in suicide prevention. They are there to listen, signpost to local support and help reduce stigma by talking openly about suicide. If you have completed suicide prevention training and want to get involved you can apply for your Orange Button or
find out more on the Talk Community website.

Click here to watch Kat’s story.

Click here to watch Euan’s story.

The Orange Button Community Scheme is promoted by Worcestershire County Council and Herefordshire Council together with the local NHS partners.