Support is out there!
At MHI we fully understand that reaching out for support can be challenging.
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Even when you feel you are ready to take the next step, knowing who to contact can be maze to get through.
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Here are some ideas of what support there is available and how they can help.
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If you are not sure what service to try and access, please do get in touch with out team who will be happy to speak to you.
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Contact us at
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Let Talk!
Your Local GP
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Contacting your local GP can be a big step to gaining the support you need, and at times, daunting.
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However, they are usually one of the best options for most.
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If you don't feel your GP is the right option, take a look below.
Tough Enough To Care
https://toughenoughtocare.help
Alex Harrison (Local Lead)
07951 506216
We Aim our focus toward male dominated spaces, to promote positive conversations around mental health and to remove the toxic stigma surrounding mental health within these spaces.
Young Minds
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If you are a young person struggling to cope, 24/7 text support.
For help, text SHOUT to 85258
Parents helpline - 0808 802 5544
chat online at https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/parents-helpline/
Helping young people with their mental health with the aim of intervention before crisis point.
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Action for Children (0-17y)
01246 277422– Office Hours
https://parents.actionforchildren.org.uk/
For children and young people aged 0-17
Services
Space 4 U
Accepting referrals from professionals who are working with a young person affected by substance misuse
https://service.actionforchildren.org.uk/derbyshire/space-4-u/
Email: Space.4u2@actionforchildren.org.uk
Phone: 01246 277422
The DECC
Trauma and attachment informed therapeutic support for children in care and care leavers across Derby and Derbyshire.
https://service.actionforchildren.org.uk/the-decc/
Phone: 01332 505484
Kooth
Free, safe and anonymous support online
Online chat for young people allowing young people to talk to other young people and professionals about how they feel.
Mentell
Mentell provides circles for men aged 18+ to talk in a safe and confidential space, free from advice and judgement.
Contact Mentell
https://www.mentell.org.uk/contact
Call for help
Switchboard LGBT+
0800 0119 100
Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s sexual health, relationships or just the way you’re feeling. This is your space – to explore, talk and be truly heard.
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Shout
Text SHOUT TO 85258
How it works
https://giveusashout.org/get-help/how-shout-works/
What is Shout?
Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope.
To start a conversation, text the word 'Shout' to 85258. Trained Shout Volunteers are here to listen at any time of day or night and messages won't appear on your phone bill.
Derbyshire Mind
https://www.derbyshiremind.org.uk
01332 623732
enquiries@derbyshiremind.org.uk
About Us
https://www.derbyshiremind.org.uk/about-us/
Derbyshire Mind is your local independent mental health charity. We provide a range of community mental health and wellbeing services designed to support people with mental health problems, improve mental health and wellbeing and to help promote better mental health and wellbeing for all throughout the population of Derby and Derbyshire.
Papyrus
HOPELINE247
HOPELINE247 is a confidential support and advice service for children and young people under the age of 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, or anyone concerned that a young person could be thinking about suicide.
If you are having thoughts of suicide or are concerned for a young person who might be you can contact HOPELINE247 for confidential support and practical advice.
Call: 0800 068 4141
Text: 88247
Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org