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LFC opens pioneering permanent mental wellbeing hub at Anfield

The hub brings together safeguarding stewards, mental health professionals and trained Foundation staff, offering confidential, non-judgemental support to anyone struggling with their mental health, experiencing suicidal thoughts, worried about someone else or simply in need of someone to talk to. Staff also provide practical support and signpost visitors to further specialist services where needed.

Matt Parish, chief executive at LFC Foundation, said: "Making this hub a permanent fixture at Anfield on matchdays is testimony to how seriously we take this issue with the awful reality right now that someone in the UK takes their own life every 90 minutes.

"We want our supporters to know that they do not have to face difficult moments alone, and that there is always a place at Anfield where they can come and talk in a safe and welcoming environment."

A range of specialist organisations can provide support for those experiencing suicidal thoughts, struggling with their mental health, or affected by suicide. Find support [**here**](https://www.liverpoolfc.com/foundation/kicking-conversations).

LFC Foundation is also working with Alfie's Squad to introduce 'Support Around the Seat', a tailored resource helping supporters, families and club staff find appropriate support following a suicide.

The [**Liverpool-specific support**](https://alfiessquad.org/support-around-the-seat-lfc/) brings together trusted local and national organisations, providing clear routes to support for those struggling with their mental health, affected by suicide or concerned about someone else.

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