Useful contacts
Not sure where to turn? These services can help you however you feel
Samaritans
Anyone can contact them, for free, 365 days a year, on 116 123, or email o@samaritans.org or visit Samaritans.org.
SHOUT
Text “SHOUT” to 85258 – they are there for you 24/7 and are completely free, confidential and anonymous.
Papyrus
The national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide. For confidential advice, for you or someone you know, reach them on 0800 068 4141.
Maytree
Residential stays are opening up later in 2021. They currently offer email and telephone support, and can be reached on
(there is a landline cost).
Switchboard
The LGBT+ helpline is open 10am-10pm daily, on 0300 330 0630. They also have a chat service on their website – Switchboard.lgbt.