Crisis
If you in a crisis, are feeling very low and isolated, overwhelmed, contemplating suicide or really need to reach out for help, please contact one of the services listed below:
A crisis line for difficult times.
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08457 90 90 90 (UK)
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116 123 (ROI)
Talk to us anytime you like, in your own way, and off the record – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal.
Find out why our service works and what you can expect when contacting us.
If you have any concerns about our service before you try it, hear from others about how we've helped them. Please don’t suffer alone.
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020 7263 7070
Maytree is a registered charity supporting people in suicidal crisis in a non-medical setting.
If you, or someone you know, could benefit from a one-off stay in a safe and confidential space, please call us today on
020 7263 7070 or
email: maytree@maytree.org.uk.
Emergency Services
If you are in an emergency and are contemplating suicide, please call the emergency services for help:
Emergency:
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999
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112 will work from any mobile phone anywhere in the world
A charity that aims to prevent suicide in young people.
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0800 068 41 41
Papyrus is a voluntary organisation supporting teenagers and young adults who are feeling suicidal.
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Provide confidential help and advice to young people and anyone worried about a young person
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Help others to prevent young suicide by working with and training professionals
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Campaign and influence national policy
24-hour National Domestic ViolenceFreephone Helpline:
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0808 2000 247
Run in partnership between Women's Aid and Refuge.
Are you experiencing domestic violence?
Do you know of someone who is experiencing abuse and may need help and support?
The Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline, is a national service for women experiencing domestic violence, their family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf.
We recognise that men can also be victims of domestic violence – both in heterosexual and gay relationships. Refuge believes that everyone has the right to live in safety, free from fear – regardless of their gender.
If you are abusive towards your partner and would like to change your behaviour, you can find out more on these pages.
Cranstoun’s vision is to beat alcohol and drug addiction.
The services they offer include residential or community programmes for drug and alcohol addiction. They also provide help with housing and recovery as well as domestic violence and other related specialist services.
Most of the services they offer are funded by the local councils. To access the services you might have to be referred by a health professional or through the council, depending on which service you need. Please check the admissions procedure for the service you require.
The mental health charity.
Mind info line:
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0300 123 3393
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text: 86463
We won't give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets both support and respect.
A support group for young men
Freephone helpline:
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0800 58 58 5
Seek to prevent male suicide by:
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Offering support to men in the UK, of any age, who are down or in crisis via our helpline and website.
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Challenging a culture that prevents men seeking help when they need it, see www.yearofthemale.com
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Pushing for changes in policy and practice so that suicide is better prevented via partnerships such as The Alliance of Suicide Prevention Charities (TASC), the National Suicide Prevention Alliance (NSPA).
Freephone helpline:
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0808 801 0327
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email: info@mensadviceline.org.uk​
Men's Advice Line: a confidential helpline for any man experiencing domestic violence and abuse from a partner (or ex-partner).
We help by: giving you time to tell your story; offering emotional support; providing practical advice; signposting you to other services for specialist help. Are you being abused?
A charity providing treatment and support to over 60,000 vulnerable people in England and Wales every day.
We champion people who have faced hardships like abuse, homelessness and addiction, and empower them to lead the lives they want, on their terms.
Find the service you require in your local area by using your search criteria on their homepage.