Adults
If you or someone you know are in a mental health crisis and no longer feel able to cope or be in control of your situation and need urgent help, you can call the NHS mental health crisis line. NHS staff will support you to get the help you need. Available 24/7, for people of all ages - Call NHS 111.
We know that sometimes life can be tough. Money worries, relationship problems, stresses with school life, but you’re not on your own and there’s lots of help and support available to you. Whether it’s to a friend, family member, a teacher, your GP or one of the many support agencies, it’s good to talk.
If you need help or if you are worried about someone else, you can speak to your GP or seek immediate help from the below helplines and services.
Samaritans
A safe place to talk 24 hours a day about whatever is troubling you.
Call 116 123 or visit the Samaritans website.
Talking Therapies
Free NHS therapy for people with common mental health problems, such as anxiety or depression, to help you change the way you feel by changing the way you think.
Online therapy is available 24/7, with weekly online support from your therapist.
A six-week course is also available to help you to develop skills to manage your mood.
Visit the Merseycare website and search for talking therapies.
Listening Ear
Listening Ear provides counselling support for people of all ages.
Call 0151 488 6648 or visit the Listening Ear website.
Silver Line
Silver Line offers free, confidential telephone service for those aged 55 and over and provides friendship, conversation and support 24/7.
Call 0800 470 8090 or visit the Silver Line website.
Cheshire & Merseyside Suicide Bereavement Service
Cheshire & Merseyside Suicide Bereavement Service working together for those affected by suicide loss. Free confidential support. Visit the Martin Gallier Project website or call 0151 644 0294, between 9.30 am to 4.30 pm, 7 days a week.
Every Mind Matters
This service provides expert advice and practical tips from the NHS to help you look after your mental health and well-being.
Visit the Every Mind Matters website to find out more.
Stay Alive
This app is a pocket-sized suicide prevention resource which provides accessible support, including a safety plan and LifeBox, where people can upload images or videos that remind them of their reasons to stay alive.
The app is designed to help both those who are having suicidal thoughts and those who are concerned about someone else and is available for free on both iOS and Android devices.