Welcome to SafePlace!

If you are struggling, you’re not alone. Find clear, honest help on topics like: stress, grief, panic attacks, self care, school and way more.

You can find

Reliable info on any topic regarding mental health

Tips and exercises you can try right now

Real stories from others

Where to get help on Curacao and online

But also

How to help someone else

Start here

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First aid

If you need HELP NOW!

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Mental strength

If you want information on any mental health topic.

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Help someone

If you know someone is struggling and you don’t know what to do

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Resources

If you want professional help

About us

SafePlace is a digital mental-health platform for young people in Curaçao, created by CITI. The project started at the 2024 Hackathon, when Sorayda Arrindell and Jenilva (Jenny) Coffi-Alberto winning idea proposed an accessible online space for youth mental health. A young, local team working closely with volunteers, designed, wrote, and tested the site so it feels clear, welcoming, and practical. SafePlace now offers trustworthy information, simple tools you can use right away, and direct paths to professional support when you need it.

Meet the team

Featured topics

How to take care of yourself when you are worried

You have to be okay to take care of someone else

How to really listen to someone

Being present, open and supportive

Conversation starters

Sentences you can actually say

How to talk to someone about suicide

Starting a difficult, but important conversation

Featured videos

Support us

In your own way!

Want to help?

How to donate

Become a volunteer

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SafePlace4.me an emergency service?

No. SafePlace4.me is a space for information about different topics regarding mental health. If you are in immediate danger, call 912 right away. If you have suicidal thoughts you can chat with 113.nl/chatten in English and Dutch.

Do you offer a live chat or call on SafePlace4.me?

No, for right now we have not been able to make this happen. If you want to talk to someone directly there are a few options:

918.cw
Call or chat with someone anonymously and free for children, teens, and young adults up to 25. Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat 12:00–18:00.
113.nl/chatten
If you don’t mind speaking English or Dutch there is a 24/7 chat available for suicide prevention.
Injebol.com
There’s also a chat available for teens and young adults to talk about light mental health issues in English and Dutch.
End Oct → End Mar: 09:00–17:00
End Mar → End Oct: 08:00–16:00

How can I volunteer or contribute content?

A volunteer is always welcome! Please contact us here and let us know how you would like to contribute to make mental health accessible in Curaçao.

Is SafePlace4.me free?

Yes, there’s no paywall for SafePlace4.me. We want to be inclusive to everyone on this website, because we believe mental health information and resources should be accessible to everyone. If we talk about anything that requires payment, we will state it.

I’m worried about a friend. What should I do?

Start with looking on our Help Someone page. There we give advice on how to listen, talk and find resources. If someone is in urgent danger, call 912.

Are you afraid someone is considering taking their life? You can chat with 113 24/7. They can provide guidance in English and Dutch.

How can I send feedback or report a concern about the site?

We are always open to receive feedback on our website. Please contact us here and let us know your feedback.