Useful Information and services

  • Call Mind's support line on 0300 102 1234.

    This is a safe space for you to talk about your mental health. Our advisors are trained to listen to you and help you find specialist support if you need it.

    We're open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).

    Mind.org.uk

  • You can contact Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year:

    Call 116 123 (free from any phone)

  • If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.

  • If you're experiencing a mental health problem or supporting someone else, you can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–10pm every day).

  • Speech and Language UK offers help and strategies for people concerned about their child’s speech and language development. You can use their progress checker and get directed to advice and resources.

  • Makaton is a sign language programme designed to help support speech by using signs, symbols and speech. Their website is full of useful resources and tips on how to use this programme, with videos of Sign of the Week and a library with signs and symbols.

  • ADHD UK is by people with ADHD for people with ADHD. The website has a self screener survey for anyone who thinks they might have ADHD as well as plenty of strategies, advice and products.

  • The National Autistic Society advice and guidance section has a wide range of information about autism. including diagnosis, behaviour, communication, loneliness, sensory differences, mental health, benefits and money, education, and more.