Crisis Support? Get Help Now
Important note
Life First Then Work is not a crisis service – but you're not alone.
This section is always available and linked from the bottom of every page on our site.
Immediate danger
🚨 Immediate danger? Call 999 now
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
Urgent mental health support (not life-threatening)
📞 Dial 111 and press option 2 to speak to a mental health professional.
This service is for urgent mental health support, not a life-threatening emergency.
Someone to talk to – 24/7
📞 Call Samaritans free on 116 123 (confidential and non-judgmental) - 24/7
📱 Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 to speak to a trained volunteer via text - 24/7
Online help & information
🌐Visit get help from 111 online
🌐Visit www.mind.org.uk for mental health information and support
Not an emergency? These trusted UK services and sites offer guidance, resources and support:
Mind – mental health information, guides and support services
Rethink Mental Illness – advice, helplines and community support
NHS Every Mind Matters – free mental wellbeing plans
Hub of Hope – UK-wide directory of local and national support
ACAS – workplace mental health guidance
My Black Dog - free anonymous online chat
CALM – suicide prevention charity
Andy's Man Club - a men's suicide prevention charity
Waythrough - support for mental health, alcohol, drugs, housing and related areas
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