I'm struggling to cope

I'm struggling to cope

Places and people you can reach out to.

Whatever you are going through there are lots of options to support you. Talking to someone, writing your feelings down or making a plan to keep yourself safe can all help. 

Places and people you can reach out to

Worcestershire

Herefordshire and Worcestershire NHS helpline

24/7 NHS Urgent Mental Health Helpline (all ages)

Offers advice, support and assessment for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. Mental health advisors will be able to listen to your concerns and make appropriate plans with you. They will transfer your call to a trained mental health clinician if needed.  

  • Phone: NHS 111 and select the mental health option

Worcestershire Safe Haven – South Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind

Provides a listening ear, support, and signposting information to those aged 18 and above who are experiencing a mental health crisis. Same night face to face appointments are available to callers who meet the criteria.  

NHS Herefordshire & Worcestershire Talking Therapies

A range of free mental health support and resources for adults 

Directories 

Community Services Directory

Search our community services directory here:

Up to date signposting information can be found online.

National Signposting and Resources

Samaritans

Support resources and information for anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide as well as those supporting.

  • website: Samaritans
  • phone: 116 123 - 24 Hour Helpline for anyone struggling or if you are supporting anyone else

Papyrus

Support resources and information for anyone under the age of 35 experiencing thoughts of suicide as well as those supporting.

HOPELINE247

Phoneline has 24 hour access, 7 days a week for children and young people under the age of 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide and also for anyone supporting

CALM – Campaign Against Living Miserably

“Our helpline is for people in the UK who are down or have hit a wall for any reason, who need to talk or find information and support”

Tough Enough To Care

We provide a one stop shop for mental health support. In the first instance, to provide somewhere for men seeking help, support or just someone different to talk to. We also want to offer guidance for others that have been affected as a result of mental health issues.

SHOUT

A free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.

Stay Alive App

The Stay Alive App offers help and support to people with thoughts of suicide and to concerned others.

The Silver Line

Older people can call The Silver Line for free, confidential information, friendship and support.

MIND

Information and support for those living with a mental health problem or supporting someone

SASP - Support After Suicide

SASP is a hub of info for those who have been bereaved, find local support services and resources on how to support someone bereaved by suicide

SOBS - Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide

Information for those 18 years and above who have been bereaved by suicide, find local support services and resources on how to support someone bereaved by suicide

Suicide Prevention Hub

Grassroots suicide prevention have a hub where you can find out how to understand more about suicide and help to prevent it in your communities.

Currently serving or have served in the UK Armed Forces

If you are a veteran or part of the armed forces community seeking local help or support, a variety of military charities and organisations are available to assist you.

Many are just a phone call away.

Children, teenagers and young people

The Worcestershire Reach4Wellbeing 

The Worcestershire Reach4Wellbeing promotes and supports emotional wellbeing for children and young people aged 5 to 19 years old. They offer short-term group support programmes for those experiencing emotional difficulties, specifically anxiety, low mood and self-harm.

CAMHS

Worcestershire Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) provide a range of wellbeing and mental health support to children, young people and their families across Worcestershire. 

Kooth 

Kooth is an online counselling and emotional well-being platform for children and young people, accessible through mobile, tablet and desktop. Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people.

Childline 

Childline provides support and help for children and young people under 19.

Keeping safe

Staying Safe

A safety plan is a tool for helping you navigate suicidal feelings and urges. StayingSafe.has safety plans that you can download or complete electronically to help you stay safe for now. 

Stay Alive App

The Stay Alive App offers help and support to people with thoughts of suicide and to concerned others.

More support

You can find more support on the following websites:

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Loneliness and isolation

We recognise there are people of all ages who may be feeling lonely or isolated and we want to encourage everyone to take simple steps to help them feel more connected.

Domestic abuse support

If you are a victim of domestic abuse and violence, or know someone who is, there is help available.

Reasons for hope

Inspirational stories of people sharing their mental health journey.

Cost of living support

Many Worcestershire residents are currently struggling with rising living costs. That’s why it is important to know what help and support is available.

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