Helplines and Support
Immediate access to curated UK support services. You are not alone.
UK Emergency Numbers
Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance)
Call 999 or 112.
Call 999
Police Non-Emergency
Call 101
NHS Non-Emergency
Call 111
Silent 999 calls
If you are in danger but can't speak, call 999 and listen. When prompted by the operator, press 55. Your call will be transferred to the police as an emergency.
Guardian Angel Support
Guardian Support Line
Direct support line for users of the Guardian Angel app.
Call 07836318898
Guardian Email Support
For non-urgent support and inquiries related to the Guardian Angel app.
National Domestic Abuse Helplines (UK)
Refuge (National Domestic Abuse Helpline)
24/7 Service
Freephone, 24-hour national helpline for women experiencing domestic abuse, run by Refuge.
Call 0808 2000 247 Visit Website
Men's Advice Line
Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse.
Call 0808 801 0327 Visit Website
LGBTQ+ Support
National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline
Emotional and practical support service for LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse.
Call 0800 999 5428 Visit Website
Galop
Provides advice and support for LGBT+ people who have experienced hate crime, domestic abuse or sexual violence.
Victim & Witness Support (UK)
Victim Support (England & Wales)
24/7 Service
Independent charity offering a free and confidential 24/7 Supportline for anyone affected by crime.
Call 08081689111
Victim Support (Scotland)
The lead voluntary organisation in Scotland helping people affected by crime.
Call 08001601985
Witness Service (Citizens Advice)
Provides free, independent emotional and practical support to witnesses of crime.
Call 03003321000Visit Website
Mental Health Support (UK)
Samaritans
24/7 Service
A safe place to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. 24/7 service.
Call 116123
Mind Infoline
Provides information and signposting service for mental health problems.
Call 03001233393
Shout (Text service)
24/7 Service
A free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.
Text SHOUT to 85258
Anxiety UK
Offers support, advice, and information on anxiety conditions.
Call 03444 775 774
No Panic
Offers a helpline and support for people with panic attacks and OCD.
Call 0300 772 9844
Rethink Mental Illness
Provides advice and information for people with severe mental illness.
Postnatal Support
Association for Post Natal Illness (APNI)
Provides support to mothers suffering from post-natal illness.
Call 020 7386 0868
PANDAS Foundation
Support for families coping with pre and postnatal mental illnesses.
Call 0808 1961 776
Alcohol & Substance Misuse Support
Drinkline
A national alcohol helpline providing confidential advice and support.
Call 0300 123 1110
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
A fellowship where people share their experiences to solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
Call 0800 9177 650
Al-Anon Family Groups
Support for family and friends of people with a drinking problem.
Call 0800 0086 811
Drug & Addiction Support
FRANK
24/7 Service
Honest information about drugs. 24/7 confidential helpline.
Call 0300 123 6600
Eating Disorder Support
Beat (Adult Helpline)
The UK's eating disorder charity. They provide helplines, online support, and a network of support groups.
Call 0808 801 0677
Specialist Support & Counselling
Rape Crisis (England and Wales)
24/7 Service
A 24/7 national helpline offering confidential emotional support for anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted.
Call 08088029999
The National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC)
A helpline for adult survivors of all types of childhood abuse.
Call 08088010331
National Stalking Helpline
Provides advice on how to deal with any type of stalking behaviour.
Call 08088020300
Child Protection (UK)
NSPCC Helpline
For adults concerned about a child. Professionals are available to provide advice and take action.
Call 08088005000
Childline
A free, private and confidential service for anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through.
Call 08001111
NSPCC FGM Helpline
If you're concerned that a child is at risk of or has already had FGM.
Call 0800 028 3550
Housing & Homelessness (UK)
Shelter Emergency Helpline
Expert advice on housing, homelessness, and legal rights.
Call 08088004444
Centre point Helpline (for young people)
Provides housing advice to young people aged 16-25 in England.
Call 08088000661
Street Link (England & Wales)
Connects people sleeping rough with local services.
Call 03005000914
The Mix (Under 25s)
Essential support for under 25s, including housing and homelessness.
Call 08088084994
UK Charities & Support
Women's Aid
A national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children. Provides resources and a live chat service.
IDAS
The largest specialist charity in Yorkshire supporting people affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
North Yorkshire & Barnsley: 03000 110 110
Sheffield: 0808 808 2241
International Helplines
USA National DV Hotline
Call 1-800-799-7233
Canada (Assaulted Women's Helpline)
Call 1-866-863-0511
Australia (1800RESPECT)
Call 1800737732
New Zealand (Shine)
Call 0508744633
Interpreter Services
Many helplines, including the National Domestic Abuse Helpline, offer interpreter services on request. Ask for an interpreter when you call if you need one.