Where to get urgent help for mental health
No matter what time of day there is always a service available, by phone, online or via text. Visit the NHS Website for even more services.
For Urgent Mental Health support 24 hours a day
24/7 NHS Mental Health Support
Call NHS 111 free, selecting the Mental Health option
Available any time day or night if you are worried about your own or someone else’s mental health.
The team behind the 24/7 open access telephone response line will listen to you and determine how best to help.
Voluntary organisations
There are voluntary organisations available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Samaritans
Whatever you’re going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We’re here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 116 123 for free.
Shout
Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope.
To start a conversation, text the word ‘Shout’ to 85258. Trained Shout Volunteers are here to listen at any time of day or night and messages won’t appear on your phone bill.
