14/05/2026
There are multiple helplines, web chats, emails and text services that can help you if you or someone you care for needs help.
Please use these services if you think you may need them, there is no judgement, just help and advice.
CALM on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) or use their webchat service https://www.thecalmzone.net/get-support or their CALMzone https://www.thecalmzone.net/calmzone-app
Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year: Call 116 123 (free from any phone) Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day)
If you're experiencing a mental health problem or supporting someone else, you can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–10pm every day)
National Su***de Prevention Helpline UK on 0800 587 0800 (6pm to midnight every day)
Prefer not to talk? Text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service.
If you identify as gay, le***an, bisexual or transgender, you can call Switchboard on 0300 330 0630 (10am–10pm every day), email [email protected] or use their webchat service
If you're under 35 and struggling with suicidal feelings, or concerned about a young person who might be struggling, you can call Papyrus HOPELINEUK on 0300 102 2470 (24 hours, 7 days a week), email [email protected] or text HOPE to 88247.
If you live in Wales, you can call the Community Advice and Listening Line (C.A.L.L.) on 0800 132 737 (open 24/7) or email [email protected]
NHS 111 - urgent mental health helpline
You can contact NHS 111 any time to access support for your health. To get urgent mental health support, call 111 and select option 2.
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