If it's an emergency or you need urgent help:
• If you or someone else is in danger call 999 or go to A&E now
• If you need urgent help for your mental health, get help from NHS 111 online
Both your mental and physical health are incredibly important, you will never be wasting anyone’s time.
Mental Health Resources
Lifeline – Available 24/7. Free, confidential support from trained counsellors.
Call: 0808 808 8000
More info here: Lifeline | Lifeline Helpline
Minding Your Head – A mental health and wellbeing hub.
Offers guidance on stress, low mood, self-harm, suicide, bereavement, drugs & alcohol.
More info here: Minding your head
GP/HSC Trusts – Your GP can refer you to mental health services or community mental health teams. HSC Trusts provide region-specific support.
Shout – a free, confidential, 24/7 text support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope.
Text the word ‘Shout’ to: 85258
More info here: Give Us A Shout
Drug & Alcohol Help
addiction ni – An addiction service providing services across Northern Ireland, aimed at providing good quality, person-centred services which ‘Reduce Harm and Promote Recovery’.
More info here: about us | Addiction NI
GP – Your GP can discuss your problems with you and help you get into treatment, usually referring you to your local drug service.
FRANK – If you’re having trouble finding the right help for you, the FRANK website can help you find your nearest support centre. They also have a 24/7 call service.
Call: 0300 123 6600
More info here: Find drug and alcohol support near you | FRANK
Financial Help
NI Direct financial support service – The Financial Support Service supports people who live in Northern Ireland and need short-term financial help.
More info here: Finance Support | nidirect
Advice NI – Advice NI has information on their website about financial help services and can also provide advice on benefits and debt.
More info here: Extra Financial Support | Advice NI
Local council – Try contacting your local council for help with cost of living issues, including grants from the Universal Credit Contingency Fund or Discretionary Support.
Abuse Resources
Emergency services – If you feel that you or someone else is in immediate danger it is important you contact emergency services as soon as you can or as soon as it is safe for you to do so.
Call: 999
DSA Helpline – The Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline provides information and support to those affected by Domestic and Sexual Abuse across Northern Ireland. They have a 24/7 confidential live chat as well as a helpline.
Call: 0808 802 1414
More info here: Home – DSA Helpline
Childline – Childline is a service that can support you, guide you, and help you make decisions that are right for you. This service can be accessed through emailing, calling, or a 1-1 counsellor chat, all listed on their website which also provides other information and advice.
Call: 0800 1111
More info here: Info and advice | Childline