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External Support Helplines

Resources for when you need support with something specific, or outside of working hours. 

Further support resources can be found on the Wellbeing Directory.

Helplines 

Mental Health

Crisis support

For urgent mental health support, 24/7: 

 

General 

Hub of Hope can help you find relevant local support, with a focus on mental health. 

Suicide prevention 

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)

5pm-midnight 

Call 0800 58 58 58 

Live chat or WhatsApp 

LGBTQ+

Switchboard 

Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s sexual health, relationships or just the way you’re feeling. This is your space – to explore, talk and be truly heard.

MindLine Trans+

MindLine Trans+ offers emotional support to people who are trans+, agender, gender fluid and non-binary and anyone wanting to talk about their gender identity. The helpline is operated by volunteers, and they are also there to offer support and information to family and friends.

  • Call 0300 330 5468, open Fridays, 8pm-midnight

Bereavement, Grief and Loss 

For support when going through loss or grief

Cruse Bereavement Support

Call 0808 808 1677 or use their online form 

Bereaved by Suicide 

For those in Suffolk and North East Essex 

Call 01473 322683 or email SNEE.bereavedbysuicide@victimsupport.org.uk

Crime, Violence or Abuse

Supportline

Free 24/7 helpline for anyone affected by crime and in need of confidential support or information.

Call 08 08 16 89 111

Live chat

Also see
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Employee Assistance Programme
Help - Wellbeing Directory
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