Support in a Crisis or Emergency:
If you are in crisis or in need of immediate assistance, always call 999 or go straight to A&E.
You can also call NHS 111 or request an emergency GP appointment.
Support for Families over the Summer Holidays:
Please click here for a list of links for summer holiday activities followed by a list of services that may be helpful that may be helpful in times of difficulty.
Mental Health Emergencies:
Samaritans:
24-hour crisis helpline: 116 123
www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan
Shout:
24-hour crisis support via text (not phone calls): text SHOUT to 85258
giveusashout.org
The Mix:
24-hour crisis texting service (under 25s): text THEMIX to 85258
www.themix.org.uk
Childline:
www.childline.org.uk
Papyrus:
for under 35-year-olds experiencing thoughts of suicide, or if you are concerned about someone who is.
Call 0800 068 4141
Text 07786 209697
www.papyrus-uk.org
Mental Health Support
Anxiety UK:
for support with an anxiety condition.
www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Beat:
for support with and information about eating disorders
www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk
CALM:
for mental health support for those aged 15-35
Call 0800 58 58 58
www.thecalmzone.net
Every Mind Matters:
advice and practical tips
www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters
Kooth:
an online counselling and emotional well-being platform for children and young people aged 11 to 18 years.
www.kooth.com
Living Life to the Full:
online courses and resources covering low mood, stress and resilience
https://llttf.co
Bereavement Support
Cruse Bereavement Care:
emotional support for anyone affected by bereavement.
Call 0808 808 1677
www.cruse.org.uk
Greater Manchester Bereavement Service:
support and information for anyone bereaved
Call 0161 983 0902
greater-manchesterbereavement-service.org.uk
Housing and Financial Support
Manchester Council Homelessness Service:
Support if you have nowhere to live.
Call 0161 234 4692
www.manchester.gov.uk/info/200117/homeless_people
Stockport Homes:
Help if you are homeless in Stockport
www.stockporthomes.org/find-a-home/homelessness
Manchester Shelter:
Support in finding temporary solutions to housing issues.
Call 0344 515 1640
england.shelter.org.uk
Trinity Church, Cheadle:
Foodbank.
Call 07483 115349
Stockport Cost of Living Advice Line:
Call 0161 4742140
www.stockport.gov.uk/topic/cost-of-living-support
Support for Carers
Manchester Carers Centre:
Emotional support and practical advice for unpaid carers
Call 0161 2727 270
www.manchestercarers.org.uk
Signpost for Carers:
Confidential information and support to unwaged carers in Stockport.
Call 0161 442 0442
www.signpostforcarers.org.uk
Support for LGBTQ+ Issues
The Proud Trust:
www.theproudtrust.org
Stockport LGBT plus:
www.stockportplus.org
Support for Domestic Abuse
ManKind Initiative:
A helpline for male victims of domestic abuse.
Call 01823 334 244
mankind.org.uk
Refuge:
A helpline for domestic violence and abuse.
Call 0808 200 0247
https://refuge.org.uk/
Safe Spots Wythenshawe:
A charity supporting females experiencing domestic abuse.
Call 07873 889 637
safespots.org.uk
Support with Gambling
GamCare - National Gambling Helpline:
Support for concerns around gambling
Call 0808 8020 133
www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/talk-to-us-now
Support for Substance Misuse
AA:
24-hour national helpline for support with concerns about drinking.
Call 0800 9177 650
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Mosaic:
Free, confidential support for people 25 and under who need help with drug or alcohol issues themselves or to cope with parents who misuse substances.
Call 0161 218 1100
www.healthystockport.co.uk/mosaic
Eclypse:
Help for young people in Manchester who need advice about their own or someone else’s drug or alcohol use.
Call 01618392054
www.changegrowlive.org/eclypse/info
Support for Those With a Family Member in Prison
Prisoners’ Families Helpline:
Practical and emotional support, information and advice to families.
Call 0808 808 2003
www.prisonersfamilies.org
Victim Support
National Stalking Helpline:
Advice and information for those affected by stalking or harassment.
Call 0808 802 0300
www.suzylamplugh.org/pages/category/national-stalking-helpline
Manchester Rape Crisis:
Support for females who have experienced rape or sexual abuse.
Call 0161 273 4500
www.manchesterrapecrisis.co.uk
Safeline:
Support anyone who has experienced sexual assault or rape.
Call 0808 800 5005
safeline.org.uk
St Mary’s Sexual Assault Referral Centre:
For young people who have been a victim of rape or sexual assault.
www.stmaryscentre.org