Support.
In times of need please see below for a list of further resources to support out-of-hours care:
*If you are in immediate distress and concerned about your safety and wellbeing please contact your local GP or the emergency services on 999.
The Samaritans.
Confidential emotional support for those in distress who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including suicidal thoughts.
24-hour free helpline: 116 123
Shout. www.giveusashout.org
A 24/7, 365 days a year, crisis text service, free on all major networks.
Text: 85258
Mind. www.mind.org.uk
The Mind InfoLine can help you find specialist services in your area.
InfoLine: 0300 123 3393
Hub of Hope. www.hubofhope.co.uk
A national mental health database, bringing help and support together in one place, with a focus on grassroots organisations.
Switchboard. www.switchboard.lgbt
The national LGBTQIA+ support line. Available to discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identification.
Phone: 0800 0119 100
SoBS - Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide. www.uksobs.com
Offering UK peer-led support to adults impacted by suicide loss.
Call for support on: 0300 111 5065
Relate. www.relate.org.uk
Relationship support including couples and family counselling. Face-to-face, telephone or online counselling. Relate offers relationship counselling. They have centres around the UK which have their own contact numbers and varying opening times.
Women's Aid. www.womensaid.org.uk
Providing support to survivors of domestic abuse.
Suzy Lamplugh Trust. www.suzylamplugh.org
The UK's pioneering personal safety charity and leading stalking authority, with a mission to reduce the risk and prevalence of abuse, aggression, and violence - with a specific focus on stalking and harassment - through education, campaigning, and support.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline. 0808 2000 247 (Run by Refuge)
The Men's Advice Line. 0808 801 0327
Providing support for male domestic abuse survivors.
Child Exploitation and Online Protection. www.ceop.police.uk
The CEOP aims to keep children safe from sexual abuse and grooming online. As well as making a report to them, the CEOP Education website has information and advice to help if something has happened online. www.ceopeducation.co.uk
Addiction Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous. www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Helpline: 0800 917 7650 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Drinkline.
Free confidential helpline for anyone who is concerned about their drinking or someone else's.
0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am-8pm, weekends 11am-4pm)
We Are With You. www.wearewithyou.org.uk
UK-wide treatment agency helping to manage the effects of drug and alcohol misuse.
Helpline: 0808 801 0750
Fertility Support.
For further support during this time please see below for a list of helpful resources:
Fertility Network UK. www.fertilitynetworkuk.org
Free Support Line run by two former fertility nurses, Diane and Janet.
01424 732361 (10am-4pm)
Fertility Friends. www.fertilityfriends.co.uk
Online infertility community, with members at every stage of infertility, adoption, parenting and moving on after fertility treatment.
Miscarriage Association. www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk
National charity offering information and support for those who have had a miscarriage.
Perinatal Support.
For further support during the perinatal period please see below for a list of helpful resources:
Best Beginnings. (App) www.bestbeginnings.org.uk/baby-buddy
A free app that offers:
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Personal care and support plans
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A free and confidential 24/7 emotional support text line
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Personalised daily updates, advice and bite-sized tips... and much more
Peanut. (App)
Whether you're navigating pregnancy, mum loneliness, or menopause symptoms, Peanut provides access to a community of mums and mums-to-be to connect, share and support. A great way to meet friends near you.
The Breastfeeding Network
Information and support about breastfeeding, including information about using medication when breastfeeding.
Helpline: 0300 100 0212.
Cry-Sis. www.cry-sis.org.uk
Advice and information on how to cope with a sleepless baby and/or crying baby.
Helpline: 08451 228 669
The Birth Trauma Association. www.birthtraumaassociation.org
Information and support for women who have had a traumatic birth experience.
Dads Matter. www.dadsmatteruk.org.uk
A free service that provides support for dads worried about or suffering from depression, anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Family Action. www.family-action.org.uk
Support and practical help for families affected by mental health difficulties and other challenges such as substance misuse and domestic violence.
Phone: 020 7254 6251
PANDAS Foundation. www.pandasfoundation.org.uk
Support and advice for women with perinatal mental illness and their families.
Support line: 0843 289 8401