Xmas helplines (available all year round)

[gail2]

I know some people find this time of year hard The following numbers will help you in a crisis

Samaritans 116123 Email jo@samartans.org Open 24 hours a day You dont have to be suicidal to call them They are there if you just want someone to talk to

SHOUT A free text service open 24 hours just txt Shout to 85258 Open 24 hours and free You may have to wait a while if they are busy you get txts back and the txt conversation can last up to 45 mins

SANEline open 430pm - 10pm everyday 03003047000

If all else fails and you are suicidal dial 999 for an Ambulance or take yourself to A&E (open 24 hours)


Above all reach out to someone dont give up You are worth so much

 

[Anna DUK]

Thanks for sharing this information @gail2

 

[silver minion]

Thank you Gail. Very thoughtful of you to pass on those details.

 

[mashedupmatt]

Great shout @gail2 - superstar

 

[Sharron1]

I know some people find this time of year hard The following numbers will help you in a crisis

Samaritans 116123 Email jo@samartans.org Open 24 hours a day You dont have to be suicidal to call them They are there if you just want someone to talk to

SHOUT A free text service open 24 hours just txt Shout to 85258 Open 24 hours and free You may have to wait a while if they are busy you get txts back and the txt conversation can last up to 45 mins

SANEline open 430pm - 10pm everyday 03003047000

If all else fails and you are suicidal dial 999 for an Ambulance or take yourself to A&E (open 24 hours)


Above all reach out to someone dont give up You are worth so much

Thank you.. Really useful and thoughtful information to share.

 

[gail2]

thanks all only reason i did it is people here were
kind and reached out to me i believe that what you recieve u return 3fold
will keep bumping till xmas is over hope u dont mind

 

[Alan44]

Very thoughtful of you to post @gail2 as so many people do find this time of year hard to cope with, but as you have pointed out there are organisations out there who can help.

Alan

 

[gail2]

small bump

 

[everydayupsanddowns]

Thanks @gail2 🙂

 

[Satan’s little helper]

I’m bumping this up in solidarity. Metal health is for life. Not just for Christmas.

 

[gail2]

Bumping again

 

[Grannylorraine]

Very lovely post and a good reminder.

 

[PhoebeC]

Also want to add that this forum has kept me alive and well in more ways than just my diabetes.

We are all here for each other that’s the point. You aren’t alone and even if we can’t help we will listen to you and treat you with kindness and love.

Take care all!

 

[gail2]

bumping

 

[gail2]

giving another bump I have a friend whos a listener and they say this is their busy time of the year So giving another bump Hope u dont mind

 

[Anna DUK]

Thanks @gail2, it's always helpful to know where everyone can turn to if needed.

There's also the Volunteer Responders who offer a free Check In and Chat service, available 7 days a week, including
Christmas Day. The service can be for a one-off chat or regular support for up-to 18 weeks. You can refer yourself or someone you know. https://nhscarevolunteerresponders.org or call 0808 196 3646.

 

[gail2]

thanks for that never knew about them
EDIT Just looked at their site looks good

 

[everydayupsanddowns]

Thanks @gail2, it's always helpful to know where everyone can turn to if needed.

There's also the Volunteer Responders who offer a free Check In and Chat service, available 7 days a week, including
Christmas Day. The service can be for a one-off chat or regular support for up-to 18 weeks. You can refer yourself or someone you know. https://nhscarevolunteerresponders.org or call 0808 196 3646.

That’s such a great service to be available, especially at a time of year where many people can feel so isolated and alone

 

[gail2]

Bumping up just for Christmas
hope you dont need them

 

[gail2]

just thought i wouldgive this a bump for the day Remember its ok to reach out if you need that extra bit of support have a good day
love
gail
xxxxx