Other helplines and support
In an emergency, call 999 or NHS 111 mental health crisis support.
If you're under 19 and you need help call Childline on 0800 1111 or visit the Childline website.
Mental health support
If you need mental health support, call:
- The Mix (for those between 10 to 25 years) on 0808 808 4994 or text THEMIX on 85258
- Samaritans talking service on 116 123 or email [email protected].
- CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) for men on 0800 585858 or use the live chat, 5pm to midnight
- suicide charity Papyrus on 0800 0684141, text 07860 039967 or email [email protected]
You can also text ‘Shout’ to 85258 for mental health support if you’re struggling to cope.
Domestic abuse support
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, call:
- Refuge, for women and children, on 0808 2000 247, or chat online for domestic abuse support 3pm -10pm Monday to Friday
- Respect, the domestic abuse helpline for men, on 0808 8010327
- National Helpline for LGBT+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence on 0800 999 5428
Food or housing support
If you need support with food or housing, contact:
- The Trussell Trust for emergency help with food - search for your local foodbank online
- Shelter for urgent housing advice on 0800 800 4444, or chat online for housing advice
Benefits work and money
Contact Citizens Advice in:
- England: 0800 144 8848
- Wales: 0800 702 2020
- Scotland: 0800 028 1456
In Northern Ireland, you can contact Advice NI.