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Mental Health Support

Mental Health Support: You’re Not Alone

If you’re struggling with your mental health or worried about someone else, it’s important to know that help is available. You don’t have to face things alone — there are people ready to listen and support you, 24 hours a day.

If You’re in Immediate Danger

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, or if you have seriously harmed yourself, call 999 straight away.

Urgent Mental Health Support

If you need urgent mental health help — for example, if you feel unsafe, distressed, or unable to cope — you can Call NHS 111 and select the mental health option (2). This service is free, available 24/7, and can be used for yourself or someone you’re worried about.

Helplines and Listening Services

There are many helplines offering free, confidential support from trained listeners. You can talk for as long as you need — they won’t judge you, and they can help you find the right support.

Mind

A safe space to talk about your mental health and get advice or specialist support.

  • Call 0300 102 1234

Samaritans

Available anytime, day or night, to listen and support you.

SANEline

For anyone experiencing mental health difficulties or supporting someone else.

  • Call 0300 304 7000 (4:30pm–10pm daily)

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK

Provides confidential, non-judgemental support for anyone with thoughts of suicide.

  • Call 0800 587 0800 (6pm–midnight daily)
    If you can’t connect, try 0800 689 0880.

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)

For anyone affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts.

Shout

A 24/7 text service offering confidential support if you’re in crisis and prefer not to talk.

  • Text REFRESH to 85258

Papyrus HOPELINEUK

For people under 35 struggling with suicidal feelings, or anyone worried about a young person.

Switchboard

A listening service run by and for the LGBT+ community.

Crisis Cafés and Listening Lounges (Greater Manchester)

If you live in Greater Manchester, you can find more information and local support at: www.gmmh.nhs.uk/247-helpline

Crisis Cafés and Listening Lounges are safe, welcoming spaces for anyone aged 18 or over who is feeling low, anxious, or struggling with negative thoughts. These community spaces are open evenings and weekends, offering:

  • A calm, confidential environment

  • Support from trained mental health workers

  • Out-of-hours help without going to A&E

They’re run by voluntary, community and social enterprise partners, supported by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH), across Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan. Find your closest one here.

Remember

Reaching out is a sign of strength — not weakness.
Whether you prefer to talk, text, or meet face-to-face, help is here for you.

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