Many people will struggle over the Christmas period. Here are a number of national support networks offering information, signposting, advice, and simply a place to talk for anyone that needs it:
Age UK
Age UK Helplines are open and offering a listening ear for older people, their families, friends, carers and professionals.
The Silverline
A free confidential helpline providing information, friendship and support to older people, open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
https://www.thesilverline.org.uk
0800 4 70 80 90
Mind
A confidential mental health charity, who provide support to make sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone.
Cruse Bereavement Care
The leading bereavement charity – helping people through one of the most painful times in life – with bereavement support, information and campaigning.
0808 808 1677
The Samaritians
The Samaritians are available day or night, for anyone who’s struggling to cope, who needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure.
116 123
SHOUT
Shout is a 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. Shout is a free, confidential, anonymous service for anyone in the UK. It won’t appear on your phone bill.
Text 85258
Respect – Mens Advice Line
A confidential helpline for men (and their worried family or friends) experiencing domestic violence and abuse from a partner or ex-partner or family members.
0808 8010 327
Refuge
A confidential helpline for women and children experiencing domestic violence, their family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf.
0808 2000247
LGBT Foundation
Confidential advice, support and information for people identifying as LGBTQ+ including a LGBT Christmas Survival Guide.
0345 3 30 30 30
Combat Stress
The leading UK Charity offering treatment and support for armed forces veterans who have mental health problems.
Stand Alone
Stand Alone offers support services to adults that are estranged from their family or children
Relate
Provides help and support with relationships, including counselling and telephone support.