Wider Support Links
We invite you to use this space to explore wider support links and resources.
We are keen to continue developing this space so if you have any suggestions we can include please let us know by contacting
~ Helplines
Saneline
Mental health helpline, available 365 days a year to people in crisis, those with enduring and relapsing conditions and those who care for them.
0300 304 7000 - 4pm to 10pm UK time, 365 days of the year
support@sane.org.uk - responses within 72 hours.
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The Samaritans
Emotional support and talking helpline.
116 123 - Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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CALM
Helpline for anyone who is affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts.
0800 58 58 58 - 5pm to midnight UK time, every day
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MIND
Mental health charity providing further information on support and services.
0300 123 3393 - 9am to 6pm UK time, Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays).
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FRANK
Confidential information, advice and support for anyone concerned about alcohol and illegal drugs.
0300 123 6600 - Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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Drinkline
Confidential helpline for anyone who is concerned about their drinking, or someone else’s.
0300 123 1110 - Weekdays 9am–8pm, Weekends 11am–4pm UK time
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NSPCC
Advice and support if you have concerns about a child’s safety or wellbeing.
0808 800 5000 - 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday UK time.
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National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Helpline for women and children - domestic abuse, safety planning, advice and support.
0808 2000 247 - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/
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National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline
Helpline is for LGBT+ people experiencing abuse or violence.
0800 999 5428 - 9:15am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday UK time.
https://www.galop.org.uk/helpline
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The Men’s Advice Line
Supporting men affected by domestic abuse.
0808 801 0327 - 10am-5pm, Monday to Friday
https://mensadviceline.org.uk/
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Rape Crisis
A free phone and online chat service for anyone aged 16+ in England and Wales who has been affected by rape, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual harassment or any other form of sexual violence.
0808 500 2222 - 24 hours a day, every day of the year
https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/want-to-talk/
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Suzy Lamplugh National Stalking Helpline
The National Stalking Helpline gives practical information, support and advice on risk, safety planning and legislation to victims of stalking, their friends, family, and professionals working with victims.
0808 802 0300 - 09:30 - 20:00, Mon and Wed / 09:30 - 16:00, Tues Thurs, Friday
https://www.suzylamplugh.org/how-can-the-helpline-help
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Victim Support
Support to help anyone affected by crime. Not only those who experience it directly, but also their friends, family and any other people involved.
0808 1689 111 - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/help-and-support/how-we-can-help/
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In an Emergency - UK Based
Call 999
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Befrienders - International Support
Members and volunteers around the world provide confidential support to people in emotional crisis or distress, or those close to them.
https://befrienders.org/members/
~ Directories + Resources
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BACP
Connect with a qualified therapist in the UK
https://www.bacp.co.uk/about-therapy/using-our-therapist-directory/
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Counselling Directory
Counselling Directory provides opportunities to connect with professional counsellors and therapists.
https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/
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Low-cost Counselling + Therapy UK
Self Space - https://theselfspace.com/reduced-rate-therapy/
Choose Therapy - https://choosetherapy.co.uk/
Headstrong - https://headstrongcounselling.co.uk/
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Nutritionist Resource
Nutritionist Resource provides opportunities to connect with professional dieticians and nutritionists.
https://www.nutritionist-resource.org.uk/
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Kings Trust - National Support Network
Find help and resources for life’s challenges quickly and anonymously.