Free Resources
Other Help & Support
A curated list of UK helplines and support organisations. You are never alone — help is always available.
In an emergency, always call 999. All numbers marked as free are available at no cost from UK landlines and mobiles. Charges may apply to other numbers — please check with your provider.
Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
Samaritans
FreeAvailable 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you are struggling to cope, please call. You do not have to be suicidal to call.
Mind
Mental health charity providing advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
FreeLeading a movement against suicide. Helpline and webchat open 5pm–midnight, 365 days a year.
Rethink Mental Illness
Advice and information for people living with mental illness, their carers, family and friends.
Shout 85258
FreeFree, confidential, 24/7 text support for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope. Text SHOUT to 85258.
Anxiety UK
Charity supporting those affected by anxiety disorders. Helpline, therapy, and online support available.
Crisis & Suicide Prevention
Crisis Text Line
FreeFree, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text a trained crisis counsellor from anywhere in the UK.
Papyrus HOPELINEUK
FreeDedicated to the prevention of young suicide. Confidential support for young people and those worried about them.
The Mix
FreeEssential support for under 25s. Free information and support on everything from mental health to money.
Maytree
FreeA sanctuary for the suicidal. Provides a free 4-night, 5-day stay for adults in suicidal crisis.
Domestic Abuse & Violence
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
FreeFree, 24-hour helpline run by Refuge for women experiencing domestic abuse. Confidential support and advice.
Men's Advice Line
FreeConfidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse. Advice, emotional support and signposting.
Galop (LGBT+ Domestic Abuse)
FreeNational LGBT+ anti-violence charity. Specialist support for LGBT+ people experiencing abuse.
Karma Nirvana
FreeSupporting victims of honour-based abuse and forced marriage. Helpline open Monday–Friday 9am–5pm.
Bereavement & Loss
Cruse Bereavement Support
FreeFree support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies.
Child Bereavement UK
FreeSupports families and educates professionals when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying.
Widowed & Young (WAY)
FreePeer-to-peer support network for men and women widowed under the age of 51, whatever their circumstances.
The Compassionate Friends
Supports bereaved parents and their families after the death of a child of any age.
Addiction & Substance Support
Frank
FreeHonest information about drugs. Free, confidential drugs information and advice 24 hours a day.
Alcoholics Anonymous
FreeFellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope to recover from alcoholism.
Narcotics Anonymous
FreeNon-profit fellowship for people for whom drugs have become a major problem. Meetings across the UK.
Gamblers Anonymous
Fellowship of men and women who have joined together to do something about their own gambling problem.
Family, Children & Young People
NSPCC Helpline
FreeProtecting children and preventing abuse. Call if you're worried about a child, whatever the issue.
Childline
FreeFree, private and confidential service for children and young people up to the age of 19.
Family Lives
FreeSupport for families through all aspects of family life. Helpline, online chat and email support.
Young Minds
FreeUK's leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health. Parents helpline available.
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