16/12/2025
Help and support lines available over the Christmas period🎄
Christmas can be a busy and difficult time for some people. You may be feeling anxious, worried, low or unsure where to get help.
You can contact the organisations below for support with mental health, crisis situations, bereavement or money worries. Most services are free, and you do not have to give your name.
Mental health and crisis support:
Samaritans
116 123
Open 24 hours a day, every day
You can call about anything that is affecting you.
samaritans.org
Mind
0300 123 3393
Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm
Provides information and support for people with mental health concerns.
mind.org.uk
NHS Mental Health Support
Call 111 and choose option 2
Open 24 hours a day, every day
You can speak to trained mental health professionals for urgent advice and support.
nhs.uk (search “mental health support”)
Shout (Text Service)
Text 85258
Open 24 hours a day, every day
Provides free support by text if you prefer not to speak on the phone.
giveusashout.org
SANEline
0300 304 7000
Open every day, 4pm to 10pm
Provides emotional support for people affected by mental health issues.
sane.org.uk
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
0800 58 58 58
Open every day, 4pm to midnight
Provides support for people who are feeling low or having suicidal thoughts.
thecalmzone.net
No Panic
0300 772 9844
Open every day, 10am to 10pm
Provides support for people experiencing anxiety or panic.
nopanic.org.uk
Financial support:
National Debtline
0808 808 4000
Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm and Saturday, 9.30am to 1pm
Provides free and confidential advice on money and debt.
nationaldebtline.org
Bereavement support:
Cruse Bereavement Care
0808 808 1677
Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9am to 5pm and Tuesday, 1pm to 8pm
Provides support for people coping with grief and bereavement.
cruse.org.uk
Gambling support:
GamCare
0808 8020 133
Open 24 hours a day, every day
Provides support for people affected by gambling.
gamcare.org.uk
Alcohol support:
Drinkline
0300 123 1110
Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm, and weekends, 11am to 4pm
Provides confidential advice and support for people worried about alcohol use.
drinkaware.co.uk
Domestic abuse support:
Respect (for men experiencing domestic abuse)
0808 801 0327
Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm
Provides support for men experiencing domestic abuse.
mensadviceline.org.uk
Refuge (for women experiencing domestic abuse)
0808 2000 247
Open 24 hours a day, every day
Provides support for women experiencing domestic abuse.
nationaldahelpline.org.uk
If you need help, please contact one of these organisations. Speaking to someone early can help you understand your options and get support.
