Samaritan (116 123) samaritans.org operates a 24-hour service every day of the year. If you’d rather write down how you feel, or if you fear being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org, write to Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK, PO Box 9090, STIRLING , FK8 2SA and visit www.samaritans.org/branches to find an office near you.
To support people Thoughts of suicide when you are worried about someone or when you are suicidal in mourning, see http://shiningalightonsuicide.org.uk
RUHE (0800 58 58 58) thecalmzone.net has a hotline for men who for whatever reason are on the floor or bumped into a wall, who need to talk or find information and support. They are open 365 days a year from 5:00 p.m. to midnight.
Greater Manchester Bereavement Service The Greater Manchester Bereavement Service can help find support for anyone in Greater Manchester who has suffered a bereavement or death. Nobody needs to feel alone dealing with their grief. www.greater-manchester-bereavement-service.org.uk
Children’s line (0800 1111) operates a helpline for children and young people in the UK. Calls are free and the number won’t appear on your phone bill.
PAPYRUS (0800 068 41 41) is a voluntary organization that supports teenagers and young adults who feel suicidal.
Beat eating disorders: Beat offers helplines for adults and teenagers that provide support and information about eating disorders. These hotlines can be reached free of charge from all telephones. Helpline for adults: 0808 801 0677, Studentline: 0808 801 0811, Youthline: 0808 801 0711. www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Anorexia & Bulimia Care: ABC provides ongoing care, emotional support, and hands-on guidance for everyone with an eating disorder, for those who have personal problems, and for parents, families, and friends. Helpline: 03000 11 12 13. www.anorexiabulimiacare.org.uk/
Students Against Depression is a website for students who are depressed, in a bad mood, or have thoughts of suicide. Bullying UK is a website for children and adults affected by bullying
Information and links to charities and organizations that can help with substance abuse can be found at https://www.supportline.org.uk/problems/drugs/
