Vital support group set up for vulnerable young people in North Ayrshire

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Essential support for vulnerable young people has been set up in North Ayrshire.The integration joint board confirmed at its recent meeting that a group had been established to support young people who have self-harmed or attempted to end their own life.The North Ayrshire young people’s suicide taskforce has created the young person’s suicide support pathway.The pathway sets out a clear process for service access staff to follow when a young person is referred following an attempted suicide or significant self-harm attempt.It is open to all young people up to the age of 18 who have made a significant attempt at taking their life; and who are not open to or known to any other health or social care service.This approach was created with the aim to provide a strong approach for young people at risk of suicide to be supported quickly and effectively.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.It is especially aimed at those previously unknown to services – and to provide a more consistent and coherent approach to support services and information for young people affected.Don't miss the latest Ayrshire headlines –sign up to our free daily newsletter here