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