22 Dec 2023
Christmas is a time when people come together but it's not all twinkly lights and smiles for everyone. If you need help over the bank holidays there is lots of support available, so we've put together a list of resources for you in case you need them.
Urgent and emergency support
For medical help call 999 or 111 and go to A&E if needed.
For the police call 101 or 999 in an emergency.
Lincolnshire Social Care out of hours number for all age groups: 01522 782333
Lincolnshire Adult social care number: 01522 782155
Lincolnshire children's social care number: 01522 782111
Emergency in an EU country: 112
Anti-terrorism call 0800 789 321 unless it's an emergency, then call 999.
Support for under 25s
Young Minds provide mental health support.
Childline are open 24/7 on 0800 1111.
The Mix provide mental health support over text, live chat and on the phone.
Kooth is an online and app chat space that's completely anonymous.
Victim Support has a 24/7 helpline and lots of resources online.
Galop supports LGBT+ people who have experience abuse or violence.
Lincs Here4You provide support for young people. This can be used for self referral and support.
Samaritans is open 24/7 on their helpline 116 123.
Shout: just text SHOUT to 85258 for mental health support.
Togetherall is a community all about improving your mental health and support.
Support for over 25s
Mind have a lot of resources to support mental health.
Samaritans is open 24/7 on their helpline 116 123.
Quell provides digital mental health support for adults.
Cruse bereavement provide email, phone and online support if you're struggling with grief.
Victim Support has a 24/7 helpline and lots of resources online.
Respect - men's advice line - is there if you're a man who has experience domestic abuse.
Refuge is open 24/7 for women who are experiencing and have experienced domestic abuse.
Galop supports LGBT+ people who have experience abuse or violence.
Shout: just text SHOUT to 85258 for mental health support.
Togetherall is a community all about improving your mental health and support.
Lincolnshire Mental Health support have phone numbers and online support available.
Derbyshire Mental Health support
South Yorkshire Healthier Together have put together a range of information and contact details to help if you need mental health support.
Nottinghamshire where to go if you need help can be found on the NHS website.
Support for parents and carers
Young Minds provide support for parents and young people.
The NSPCC have an online form, helpline and email for you to contact if needed.
Cruse bereavement provide email, phone and online support if you're struggling with grief.
Victim Support has a 24/7 helpline and lots of resources online.
Respect - men's advice line - is there if you're a man who has experience domestic abuse.
Refuge is open 24/7 for women who are experiencing and have experienced domestic abuse.
Galop supports LGBT+ people who have experience abuse or violence.
Lincs Here4You provide support for young people. This can be used for self referral and support.
Togetherall is a community all about improving your mental health and support.
Shout: just text SHOUT to 85258 for mental health support.
Samaritans is open 24/7 on their helpline 116 123.
Lincolnshire Mental Health support have phone numbers and online support available.