Sally’s story with S&L Safe Cut Kits is both touching and inspiring, starting in a place many parents dread. When her youngest daughter, just 11, started self-harming, Sally faced one of her toughest challenges yet. The suggestion from social care to put together a “safe cut kit” for her daughter was a good one, but with everything going on, Sally didn’t even know where to start.
Fast forward a few years, and Sally had a bit of a lightbulb moment. She thought, why not make these kits herself? Not just any kits, though. These were to be special, designed not only to offer safer, alternative methods for those who self-harm but also to provide sterile first aid supplies tailored for cuts.
When I was going through the trauma of navigating around self-harm, there wasn’t anything available that was relevant to the needs of my daughter. I realised I couldn’t be the only parent in this situation and so Safe Cut Kits began. A kit specifically designed for self-harmers.
– Sally
The need for such kits is backed by research, suggesting that having a kit can significantly reduce the need for self-injury and lower the harm caused.
17% of people will self-harm at some point during their lifetime. In context, in a class of 30 children, 5 of them will self-harm. That is an awful reality.
Sally points out a stark statistic
Her Mission?
To get these kits into the hands of those who need them, aiming to reduce the risk of injury, infection, and scarring. Sally’s heartfelt invitation extends to everyone:
Thank you for taking the time to read my story, and I hope it can be useful for anyone struggling with the effects of self-harm.
For anyone curious or in need, Sally encourages a visit to her website at www.safecutkits.co.uk, where more details on the kits and additional helpful items are available. It’s a gesture that comes straight from the heart, hoping to make a difference in the lives of others facing similar struggles.
If this story has touched you or you’re dealing with similar challenges, remember you’re not alone. There’s support available for anyone struggling with self-harm or worried about a loved one.
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