You Are Not Alone
At Forever 19, we believe nobody should have to face their mental health struggles alone.
Whether you're struggling yourself or you're worried about someone you care about, there is support available.
If you're in immediate danger or believe someone else is, call 999 immediately or go to your nearest Accident & Emergency department. If you need urgent mental health support that is not an emergency, contact NHS 111 and choose the mental health option where available.
Emergency Support
🚨 Emergency
Call: 999
If someone is at immediate risk of harming themselves or others.
NHS Mental Health Support
Website:
NHS Mental Health Services
Find:
- NHS Talking Therapies
- Crisis support
- Local mental health teams
- Self-referral services (available in many areas)
24/7 Crisis Support
Samaritans
Available 24 hours a day.
📞 116 123
Website:
Samaritans
For anyone struggling to cope or needing someone to listen.
SHOUT
Free confidential text service.
Text:
SHOUT to 85258
Website:
Shout 85258
Available 24 hours a day.
Mental Health Charities
Mind
Website:
Mind
Offers information about:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Eating disorders
- Local support
- Legal rights
Rethink Mental Illness
Website:
Rethink Mental Illness
Support for people living with severe mental illness and their families.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)
Website:
CALM
Helping people who are feeling suicidal or struggling with life.
SANE
Website:
SANE
Support, emotional guidance and mental health information.
Young People
YoungMinds
Website:
YoungMinds
Support for young people and parents covering anxiety, depression, school pressures and more.
Papyrus
Website:
Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide
HOPELINEUK
📞 0800 068 4141
Support for anyone under 35 experiencing suicidal thoughts or anyone worried about a young person.
Childline
Website:
Childline
Free confidential support for anyone under 19.
📞 0800 1111
Finding Local Support
Hub of Hope
Website:
Hub of Hope
Use your postcode to find:
- Counselling
- Crisis support
- Charities
- Community groups
- Local mental health services
The NHS recommends Hub of Hope as a way to find local mental health charities and services.
NHS Self-Help
Every Mind Matters
Website:
Every Mind Matters
Includes:
- Free Mind Plan
- Sleep advice
- Stress management
- Anxiety support
- Wellbeing tips
Looking After Your Mental Wellbeing
Small steps can make a big difference:
- Talk to someone you trust.
- Stay connected with friends and family.
- Keep active where possible.
- Eat well and stay hydrated.
- Get enough sleep.
- Reduce alcohol and drug use.
- Seek professional help early.
- Remember that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
A Message from Forever 19
At Forever 19, we know that reaching out can feel like the hardest step. If you're struggling today, please remember that help is available and that you deserve support. Whether it's a friend, a family member, your GP, or one of the organisations above, talking to someone can make all the difference.
You are not alone.