If you need emergency medical attention or you are at serious risk of harm, call 999. For non-emergency medical advice, call the NHS on 111.
At Act and Ascend, we understand that you may require support during difficult moments. Although we offer mental health coaching, we do not offer formal therapy or provide an emergency service. We therefore recommend exploring the following services that can provide you with the assistance you need:
General 24/7 Crisis Support
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Samaritans — Freephone 116 123, available 24/7 for confidential emotional support
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Shout — Text SHOUT to 85258 for free, 24/7 confidential text support.
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Papyrus (HOPELINEUK) — 24/7 support for those under 35 at risk of suicide, or concerned about someone else:
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Phone: 0800 068 4141
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Text: 07860039967
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Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org
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Out-of-Hours / Evening Support
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SANEline — Emotional support for those affected by mental illness:
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Phone: 0300 304 7000
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Open: 4:30 pm–10 pm, every day
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National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK — Listening support for those with suicidal thoughts:
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Phone: 0800 689 5652
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Open daily 6 pm–midnight
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Other suppport
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Mind (Infoline) — Information, support, legal advice:
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General Infoline: 0300 123 3393 (Mon–Fri, local rates)
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Legal Advice Line: 0300 466 6463
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NHS Talking Therapies (Hampshire and IOW):
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