If you ever feel you could use more help, or information beyond these pages, the following resources may be a supportive next step. While the organisations listed are based in the UK, similar services are often available in other countries through local health services, charities, or community organisations.
If you are in crisis or need urgent help: please call 999, contact your GP, or call Samaritans on 116 123 (free, 24/7). You do not have to be suicidal to reach out.
Mental Health & Emotional Support
Samaritans
📞116 123 Free
🕐24/7, 365 days a year
Confidential emotional support for anyone struggling to cope. You don’t have to be suicidal to call.
SANEline
📞0300 304 7000
🕐4pm – 10pm, every day
📞Call Back: 0300 124 7900 (leave voicemail)
Specialist emotional support for anyone affected by mental illness, including carers. For ages 16+.
Shout
💬Text SHOUT to 85258 Free
🕐24/7
Free, confidential text support for anyone in crisis. Messages won’t appear on your phone bill.
Mind
📞0300 123 3393
💬Text: 86463
🕐Monday to Friday, 9am – 6pm
Information and signposting for mental health problems, treatment options, and local services.
NHS 111 – Option 2
📞111, then select option 2
🕐24/7
Urgent mental health support from trained mental health professionals. For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Relate
📞0300 003 0596
🕐Mon–Thu 8am–10pm; Fri 8am–5pm; Sat 9am–6pm
Relationship counselling and support for individuals, couples, and families. Services vary by local centre.
Carer Support
Carers UK
📞0808 808 7777
🕐Monday to Friday, 9am – 6pm
Information, advice and support specifically for unpaid carers. Benefits checks, practical guidance, and a listening service.
Carers Trust
📞0300 772 9600
🕐Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Network of local carer organisations providing support, respite care, grants, and advice. Call to find your nearest local partner.
Your GP
🌐nhs.uk — search ‘find a GP’
Your GP can provide referrals to local carers’ services, counselling, mental health support, and other NHS services.
Practical Support
Citizens Advice
📞0800 144 8848 (England)
📞0800 702 2020 (Wales)
🕐Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Free, confidential, impartial advice on benefits, housing, debt, employment, and other practical issues.
Turn2us
📞0808 802 2000
🕐Monday to Friday, 9am – 5.30pm
Practical help for people in financial need. Free benefits calculator, grants search tool, and support accessing financial help.