If you need URGENT help or support with your mental health:
Sunderland Initial Response Team (IRT) - 0303 123 1145
The service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week, throughout the year.
Samaritans – 116 123
You can access confidential emotional support at any time from Samaritans either by calling 116 123 or emailing jo@samaritans.org
NHS Direct – 111
Psychiatric nurses are available on the switchboard who can offer advice. www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
Shout – 85258
24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help. Text 85258.
Kooth
A free, anonymous, confidential and safe online Wellbeing service, offering counselling, information and forums for young people. Access 365 days a year to counsellors who are available from 12noon – 10pm Monday – Friday and 6 – 10pm Saturday & Sunday. www.kooth.com
Mind
A confidential, high-quality service for individuals, carers and families experiencing emotional or mental health problems. You can sign up to any of the services; they are open to everyone.
0191 565 7218, 07984595542 or admin@sunderlandmind.co.uk.
Facebook: MindSunderland Instagram + Twitter: @SunderlandMind
Wellbeinginfo.org
A useful website for anyone looking to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Resources include; local support services, information about specific mental health and wellbeing issues, links to other websites and helplines.
