Crisis Helplines
Here is a list of Helplines across the UK, Canada, US and Australia to help you in times of emotional distress. Dont be alone, these services exist to help you during the times you may be at your darkest.
United Kingdom
Samaritans
The Samaritans is aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in times of crisis. Available throughout the UK and ROI, their services are available 24/7, 365 days a year. Calls are free and are confidential. Its operatives are made up of volunteers, with training and experience to ensure you dont feel alone. Despite its name, the charity is religiously neutral. As well as being able to call them or send them an email, you can also have a face-to-face chat at one of their many branches
- Phone: 116 123 - Email: jo@samaritans.org
- Web: https://www.samaritans.org/
- Mail Address: Freepost SAMARITANS LETTERS
Canada
9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline
24 hour helpline available 24/7, 365 days a year throughout Canada. Need someone to talk to? They will listen. They are available through call or text. Alternatively, you can learn more about them from thier official website.
Phone: 988 - Text: 988
Web: https://988.ca/
United States
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
24 hour helpline. Service is provided as part of SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. More resources and contact details are available from their website.
Phone or Text: 988
Australia
Lifeline Australia
Lifeline is a national charity providing people throughout Australia 24 hour support in time of emotional distress. As their website states, they exist so no Australian has to face their darkest moments alone.
Call: 13 11 14 - Text 0477 13 11 14
