Brook Medical CentreWhen you feel things are getting a bit too much it is important to take a step back, breathe and speak to someone about how you are feeling, whether that is someone close to you or if you do not feel comfortable speaking to someone you know, you could try to speak to a support service about your feelings. They are specially trained in these areas and are non judgmental.
Should you need help and support do not delay or hesitate, please refer to the information below on what support is available locally (correct at time of compilation :
Mental Health
Childline
Helpline for children struggling with mental health or abuse. 0800 1111
Mind
Mind have both an information helpline and a legal helpline to give advice on mental health issues.
The Information line is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm (except for bank holidays) on
Tel: 0300 123 3393
The legal line is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm (except for bank holidays) on
Tel: 0300 466 6463
P3 Mental Health 24/7 Helpline
This service offers a free 24/7 helpline for people in Derbyshire and Derby City who require advice about mental health.
0800 028 0077
Samaritans
If you are having a difficult time and need someone to talk to or if you are worried about someone else the Samaritans offer a free helpline or email service.
Call 116 123
Online Support Groups
Please stay safe online and never give any personal details that could identify you. If you’re not sure, visit the Get Safe Online website for some top tips before you join a group for the first time.
Macmillan – online community carers group offering a safe and supportive place for people looking after someone with cancer to share worries and emotions.
Mental Health Carer Forum a friendly space for discussion, help and support with issues surrounding mental health.
Mencap Family Hub online community for parents and carers of people with learning disabilities.
Talking Point is the Alzheimer’s Society’s online community for people with dementia and their carers.
Domestic abuse
Derbyshire county council – 08000 198 668. You can also email the support line giving a number you can be contacted safely at derbyshiredahelpline@theelmfoundation.org.uk
National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 – www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ (run by Refuge)
The Men’s Advice Line, for male domestic abuse survivors – 0808 801 0327 (run by Respect)
The Mix, free information and support for under 25s in the UK – 0808 808 4994
National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0800 999 5428 (run by Galop)
Samaritans (24/7 service) – 116 123
Food banks
Rural Action Derbyshire
Phone: 01629 592970
They have an alphabetical list of all food banks.
Other
FRANK
Offer friendly, confidential advice on drug related issues by live chat.
Tel: 0300 1236600
The Silver Line
24 hour helpline providing information, friendship and advice for older people.
Call 0800 4708090
Warmer Derby & Derbyshire
If you think you’ll struggle to stay warm and afford your energy bills this winter. Tel: 0800 677 1332
Age UK
Advice for older people every day of the year 8am – 7pm Call 0800 678 1602