Support Helplines

Whether you're concerned about yourself or a loved one,
​the helplines listed below can offer expert advice.

If you, your child or anyone in the family are at immediate risk of harm, you should contact the police urgently.
Call 999

Support Hubs during COVID-19
The hubs coordinate support for those who do not have any other way of sourcing food and medical supplies. They are also helping vulnerable residents to access hardship grants.
https://bit.ly/2VbemQF

---

Samaritans
Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
116 123 (free 24-hour helpline)
www.samaritans.org.uk

Anxiety UK
Charity providing support if you've been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.
08444 775 774 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5.30pm)
www.anxietyuk.org.uk

Bipolar UK
A charity helping people living with manic depression or bipolar disorder.
www.bipolaruk.org.uk

CALM
CALM is the Campaign Against Living Miserably, for men aged 15-35.
www.thecalmzone.net

Mental Health Foundation
Provides information and support for anyone with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
www.mentalhealth.org.uk
​
Mind
Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems.
0300 123 3393 (Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm)
www.mind.org.uk

No Panic
Voluntary charity offering support for sufferers of panic attacks and OCD. Offers a course to help overcome your phobia/OCD. Includes a helpline.
0844 967 4848 (daily, 10am-10pm)
www.nopanic.org.uk

OCD Action
Support for people with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Includes information on treatment and online resources.
0845 390 6232 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5pm)
www.ocdaction.org.uk
 
OCD UK
A charity run by people with OCD, for people with OCD. Includes facts, news and treatments.
0845 120 3778 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
www.ocduk.org
​
​The Men’s Advice Line
For male domestic abuse survivors.
0808 801 0327

National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline
0800 999 5428

Refuge
For women and children against domestic abuse. (Information for men is also available)
0808 2000 247
www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Attic Project Bury
Charity that helps the local community, ex-offenders and people with disabilities.
info@atticprojectbury.com
www.atticprojectbury.com
​
Depression Alliance
Charity for sufferers of depression. Has a network of self-help groups.
www.depressionalliance.org

​​Rethink Mental Illness
Support and advice for people living with mental illness.
0300 5000 927 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-4pm)
www.rethink.org

Women’s Aid
Focusing on the safety of women and children.
www.womensaid.org.uk

PAPYRUS
Young suicide prevention society.
Phone: HOPElineUK 0800 068 4141
(Mon-Fri,10am-5pm & 7-10pm. Weekends 2-5pm)
www.papyrus-uk.org

YoungMinds
Information on child and adolescent mental health. Services for parents and professionals.
Parents' helpline 0808 802 5544
(Mon-Fri, 9.30am-4pm)
www.youngminds.org.uk
​
Sane
Charity offering support and carrying out research into mental illness. 
0845 767 8000 (Daily - 6-11pm)
sanemail@org.uk
www.sane.org.uk

National Domestic Violence Helpline
Anyone who requires help or support can contact the National Domestic Abuse Helpline which is open 24/7 365 days per year.
0808 2000 247 (24 hours)
www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

The Nicky Alliance Centre
Serving older, disabled and vulnerable members of the community by providing services which promote active, independent living.
0161 740 0111
info@mjcc.org.uk
www.mjcc.org.uk