Template:Useful Contacts - Mental Health

NHS 111: Call 111 and select option 2 for urgent mental health support.
Samaritans: Free, confidential support any time. Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org.
Shout: Free 24/7 text support. Text SHOUT to 85258.

SANEline: Support for anyone affected by mental health problems. Call 0300 304 7000, 4pm–10pm every day.
Mind: Mental health information, advice and local services at www.mind.org.uk.
NHS Talking Therapies: Free NHS support for stress, anxiety and low mood — you can refer yourself without seeing a GP. Find your local service at www.nhs.uk.

Staying Safe: A free website that helps you make a safety plan, with clear step-by-step videos. Make your plan online or download a blank form at www.stayingsafe.net.
Stay Alive app: A free app from the charity Grassroots Suicide Prevention. Includes a personalised safety plan, a "LifeBox" for photos and memories, guided breathing, and links to local and national crisis support. Useful whether you're struggling yourself or worried about someone else. Download free from your app store.

If U Care Share Foundation: Support for emotional wellbeing and for anyone affected by suicide. Call 0191 387 5661 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm) or visit www.ifucareshare.co.uk.
Andy's Man Club: Free peer support groups for men aged 18+, every Monday 7pm–9pm (except bank holidays). No booking needed. Find your nearest group at andysmanclub.co.uk/groups.

Cruse Bereavement Support: Free emotional support for anyone affected by any kind of grief, including suicide. Call 0808 808 1677 (weekdays; check www.cruse.org.uk for current hours). No minimum age to call.
Help is at Hand: A free guide for anyone bereaved by suicide, written by people with lived experience. Covers what you might be feeling, practical matters, and where to get further support. Download or order a copy at www.supportaftersuicide.org.uk.