Helpful Links
We aim to help as many clients as we can, however, unfortunately clients require different support to what can offer. If you need additional, or specialist support, here are some resources below.
| Name | Description | Coronavirus support? | Contact Details |
| AA | For problem drinking | Virtual/online meetings available for problem drinking during Covid19 | alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk |
| ABA | Help for Anorexia/Bulimia | Virtual/online meetings available for problem eating during Covid19 | aba12steps.org |
| Albert Kennedy Trust | Supports LGBTQ people aged 16-25 who are homeless or living in a hostile environment. Multiple office so visit website for specific contact details. | akt.org.uk
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| The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) | free and confidential helpline and webchat – 7 hours a day, 7 days a week for anyone who needs to talk about life’s problems. We support those bereaved by suicide, through the Support After Suicide Partnership (SASP). | Yes. CALM Lock in on Friday nights.
‘Join CALM and a cavalcade – yes, we said cavalcade – of stars live on Instagram Live for big names, big laughs and big tunes’. |
thecalmzone.net |
| Family Lives
Helpline |
Aims to build better families through the provision of active support and resources. | Some information for families needing support during Covid19. | 0808 800 2222 |
| Farming Community Network (FCN) | Confidential listening and signposting service for the farming community | 03000 111 999
Email: help@fcn.org.uk |
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| Gamcare | For problem gambling | Yes. The free helpline is available as usual 24/7. Live-chat, group chat and a forum is available. | 0808 8020 133
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| Jewish Helpline | Sun-Thurs Midday to Midnight
Friday 12-3pm (winter) & 12-6pm (summer) Phoneline for emotional support. |
0800 652 9249
020 3096 2875
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| MindLine Trans+
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Free, confidential listening service for people identifying as trans or non-binary, and their friends and families. | 0300 330 5468
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| Muslim Community Helpline | Confidential, non-judgmental listening and emotional support service.
Mon – Fri 10am – 1pm |
0208 904 8193
0208 908 6715 muslimcommunityhelpline.org.uk
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| NHS | Emergency services | 999
NHS Direct 111 |
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| No Panic: Helpline |
Helpline for anxiety disorders, panic attacks etc. Provides advice, counselling, listening, befriending and can make referrals. Local self-help groups and produces leaflets, audio and video cassettes | 0844 9674848.
Youth Helpline 0330 606 1174 (for 13-20 yr olds) Mon to Thurs 4pm-6pm) |
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| Overeaters Anonymous (OA) | Eating disorder support | 07000 784985
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| OCD Action | Information and support for Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCDs) and related disorders including Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Skin Picking (CSP), Trichotillomania (TTM) – compulsive hair pulling. | 0845 390 6232
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| Rape & Sexual Abuse Support | Open daily 7-9:30pm | 0800 0288 022
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| Shout | Provides free, confidential support, 24/7 via text for anyone, anywhere in crisis in the England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. | Text SHOUT in the UK to text a trained Crisis Volunteer
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| Samaritans | Suicide relief helpline |
116 123 or 08457 90 90 90 (UK) samaritans.org |
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| Survivors UK | Support for male abuse victims | Information and articles available on their site. | survivorsuk.org |
| The Maytree | Sanctuary for the suicidal | Residential stays currently not open until further notice; however, email ad telephone support is available. | 020 7263 7070
Email: maytree@maytree.org.uk |
| TOP UK (Triumph Over Phobia) | TOP UK is an OCD and phobia charity that have a network of weekly groups where individuals can meet in a warm, supportive environment to tackle their fears | Yes. Skype groups plus newly added support groups. Visit website to apply. Article on ‘OCD and Coronavirus Survival Tips’ | topuk.org |
| Women’s Aid | Domestic violence helpline | 0808 2000 247 | |
| Young Minds for young people in mental health crisis | Crisis Messenger, for free 24/7 support across the UK if you are experiencing a mental health crisis. All texts are answered by trained volunteers, with support from experienced clinical supervisors. Texts are free from EE, O2, Vodafone, 3, Virgin Mobile, BT Mobile, GiffGaff, Tesco Mobile and Telecom Plus |
Text the YoungMinds. If you need urgent help text YM to 85258 |
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