{"product_id":"40-piece-self-harm-safety-kit","title":"Distraction \u0026 Safety Kit – with First Aid - 40 Piece Self-Harm Safety Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Distraction \u0026amp; Safety Kit has been put together to support people who self-harm or experience strong urges to self-harm. It combines simple, portable distraction activities with basic first aid items, so that carers and professionals can encourage safer coping strategies and support wound care where needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit is packed in a handy zip bag and is available in a choice of \u003cstrong\u003ered, blue or grey\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can be kept at home, in a school or college setting, or in a residential or clinical environment as part of a wider self-harm support plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this kit for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung people, teens and adults who use self-harm as a coping mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents and carers who want practical tools to offer when urges arise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchools, colleges and alternative provision settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMental health teams, residential services and crisis support environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e replace professional mental health support, but it can be a helpful practical resource alongside a safety plan, emotional support and therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the Distraction \u0026amp; Safety Kit helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages “delay and replace” strategies, offering alternative sensory and cognitive activities when urges are strong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides simple tools for grounding, focus and emotional regulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes basic wound-care items to support safer after-care where self-harm has occurred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable and easy to keep in a bag, drawer or staff room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit typically contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Illustrated information leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Stress ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Journal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 x Coloured felt tip pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 x Elastic bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 x Ice cube moulds (for freezing and using as a cold sensory alternative)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 x Gauze pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Cotton cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 x Alcohol-free wipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 x Low-adherent dressings (can be cut to size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Self-adhesive dressings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 x Wound-closure strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Microporous tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Bandage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Zip bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContents may vary slightly depending on availability, but will always offer a similar range of distraction and first aid items.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing this kit safely\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis kit is designed to support harm reduction and safer coping strategies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt should be used alongside a wider support plan, such as therapy, crisis plans and regular check-ins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend that adults (parents, carers or staff) introduce the kit, explain each item and agree together how it will be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit does not contain any items designed to cause injury. Items must only be used as intended, for distraction, comfort or first aid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAge, safety and supervision\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor older children and teens, we recommend adult supervision and oversight from an appropriate professional where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways follow local safeguarding and clinical guidelines in schools, services and healthcare settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIf you or someone you support is in crisis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is not an emergency or life-saving medical product. If someone is in immediate danger or has seriously harmed themselves, call \u003cstrong\u003e999\u003c\/strong\u003e or go straight to A\u0026amp;E.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor urgent emotional support in the UK, you can contact \u003cstrong\u003eSamaritans 24\/7 on 116 123\u003c\/strong\u003e or visit the NHS website for more mental health crisis support options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harm Distraction Kits","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":41130228613143,"sku":"SL_SCK_BLU","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey","offer_id":41130228645911,"sku":"SL_SCK_GRY","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":41130228678679,"sku":"SL_SCK_RED","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/8110\/5700\/files\/distraction-safety-kit-with-first-aid-40-piece-self-harm-safety-kit-3761213.png?v=1765573451","url":"https:\/\/www.fledglings.org.uk\/ro\/products\/40-piece-self-harm-safety-kit","provider":"Fledglings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}