Urgent Support

Mental Health Crisis Support 

24/7 Mental health crisis line - Free to call

The crisis line provides support 24 hours a day, seven days a week to people of all ages, including children and young people, who need urgent mental health support.

Wigan: 0800 051 3253

Halton, Knowsley, St. Helens and Warrington: 0800 051 1508

Liverpool and Sefton: 0808 196 3550

Childline

Childline is a free, private and confidential service that you can access online and on the phone. They can provide help and support for people up to their 19th birthday.

Visit their website: Childline | Childline

Samaritans

 You can access confidential emotional support at any time from Samaritans either by calling 116 123 or emailing jo@samaritans.org

Visit their website: About Samaritans | Samaritans

Shout

 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help. Text 85258.

Free, 24/7 mental health text support in the UK | Shout 85258 (giveusashout.org)

Police 

If you or somebody else is in danger, or it feels like a situation might get dangerous and you need support right away, click here to find out how to contact the police.

Visit their website: Home | Police.uk (www.police.uk)