Community Resources
Here is a collection of trusted organisations, helplines and services that offer support across the UK. If you or someone you know is struggling, you are *not alone*. These resources are here to help.
🚨 Immediate Crisis Support
- 999 – If someone is in immediate danger.
- Samaritans – 116 123 (free, 24/7)
- NHS 111 – For urgent medical advice.
- Shout – Text 85258 for mental health crisis support.
🍲 Food Support
- The Trussell Trust – Food banks across the UK.
- FareShare – Surplus food redistribution.
- Local warm spaces and community meals (including D’Key Civic’s programme).
💷 Cost of Living Help
- Citizens Advice – Benefits, money, housing help.
- Gov UK Cost of Living support
- Turn2Us – Grants and financial support.
🧠 Mental Health
- Mind – Mental health support and advice.
- Young Minds – Support for young people.
- NHS Mental Health Services
🏠 Housing & Homelessness
- Shelter – Housing advice & emergency support.
- Your Local Council – Homelessness support line.
- Local temporary accommodation services.
🛡 Domestic Abuse Support
- National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247
- Men’s Advice Line – Support for men.
- Galop – LGBT+ domestic abuse support.