Need help over Christmas?
We know that Christmas can be a tough time for a lot of people. If you are one of them, you’re not on your own.
But it can feel like it! Everywhere seems to be closed down and no one is answering the phone.
Well not everyone. Maybe ringing one of the numbers below might help?
NHS 111 Service: Non-emergency medical help and advice. Open 24/7, including all holidays.
Age UK – 0800 678 1602 (8am to 7pm)
NHS Mental Health Crisis – 111, ( 24 hours a day)
Ability – 0121 630 2015 (9.30am to 11pm) Ability’s Life Opportunity support line will be open throughout Christmas Day for anyone with a disability.
Papyrus – 0800 068 41 41 (24 hours a day) The Papyrus suicide prevention helpline is another number that can be called any time on Christmas day for young people who need it.
Refuge – 0808 2000 247 ( 24 hours a day) The helpline for women who experience domestic violence will be open for the entirety of Christmas day.
Beat – 0808 801 0677 ( 4pm to 8pm) Problems with eating disorders can be exacerbated by Christmas Day, with roast dinner being a central part of festivities for millions of families. Beat’s Eating Disorder helpline will be open in the evening for anyone who needs support.
Shout – 85258 (24 hours a day) Not everyone feels comfortable talking over the phone with someone. If you would prefer to text, the confidential service Shout can be reached by texting the number anytime over Christmas.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000247 for free and in confidence.
Galopruns the national domestic abuse helpline 0800 999 5428 for members of the LGBT+ community.
Men’s Aid 0333 5670556 provides advice and support to men who have been abused.
Childline0800 1111 You can contact Childline about anything. There website offers lots of different ways to access support.
Hourglass 0808 808 8141 a confidential helpline providing information and support to anyone concerned about harm, abuse or exploitation of an older person.
The Samaritans You can call the Samaritans to talk about anything that’s bothering you on 116 123 They will listen without judging or pressure to help you work through it.
The Silver Line: 08004708090 Offers support and friendship for older people. Open 24/7, including all holidays.
