Need Help Now
There may be times when you need some urgent help, don't be afraid to ask. The following is a list of places that you can go to for urgent help and support.
In an emergency phone 999 if yours or someone else's life is at imminent risk
Hope Point
Hope Point is open 24/7 for people who are experiencing distress or are overwhelmed. If you or a loved one is struggling to see a way ahead in life and need immediate access to support, we are here for you.
Hope Point can be found at 4 South Ward Road, Dundee and you can call 0800 955 0008. Text 01382 604123 or drop in anytime. Our Peer Practitioners will meet you with kindness, compassion and a listening ear, alongside support to consider your next steps.
Further information can be found on the facebook page.
(Please note Hope Point are unable to assist with medication related enquiries).
Hope Point can be found at 4 South Ward Road, Dundee and you can call 0800 955 0008. Text 01382 604123 or drop in anytime. Our Peer Practitioners will meet you with kindness, compassion and a listening ear, alongside support to consider your next steps.
Further information can be found on the facebook page.
(Please note Hope Point are unable to assist with medication related enquiries).
General Practitioners (GPs)
If your GP practice is open, that’s the first place to go for help. Contact your GP and ask how they can support you.
If you can’t access help from your GP practice, phone NHS 24 on 111 and choose the mental health option. The NHS 24 Mental Health Hub can direct you to the right place.
If you can’t access help from your GP practice, phone NHS 24 on 111 and choose the mental health option. The NHS 24 Mental Health Hub can direct you to the right place.
NHS 24
When your GP practice or other mental health support is closed.
If you can’t wait for your usual services to reopen, you can phone NHS 24 on 111 and choose the mental health option.
The team at the NHS 24 Mental Health Hub will help you get the right care in the right place. This could include helping you access other resources, directing you to self-care options, or referring you to A&E or 999 if needed.
If you can’t wait for your usual services to reopen, you can phone NHS 24 on 111 and choose the mental health option.
The team at the NHS 24 Mental Health Hub will help you get the right care in the right place. This could include helping you access other resources, directing you to self-care options, or referring you to A&E or 999 if needed.
Childline
Free and confidential helpline for children and young people in the UK.
24 hour phoneline - 0800 1111
https://www.childline.org.uk/
24 hour phoneline - 0800 1111
https://www.childline.org.uk/
Breathing Space
NHS 24’s Breathing Space is a free confidential listening service for people 16 and over in Scotland who are experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. You can phone Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87. Calls are free from landlines and mobiles. There’s also a webchat service available at www.breathingspace.scot
Breathing Space is available:
24 hours at weekends (6pm Friday to 6am Monday)
6pm to 2am on weekdays (Monday to Thursday)
Breathing Space is available:
24 hours at weekends (6pm Friday to 6am Monday)
6pm to 2am on weekdays (Monday to Thursday)
The Corner
Free, informal and confidential support for those aged 11-19 years (and up to 25 years for those in crisis)
Drop in Monday to Friday 1-6pm at 13 Shore Terrace, Dundee
Tel: 01382 206 060
Email: tay.office.corner@nhs.scot
https://www.thecorner.co.uk/
Drop in Monday to Friday 1-6pm at 13 Shore Terrace, Dundee
Tel: 01382 206 060
Email: tay.office.corner@nhs.scot
https://www.thecorner.co.uk/
SHOUT
Sometimes it can be easier to text that to say the words out loud.
Text SHOUT to 85258, lines open 24 hours
https://giveusashout.org/
Text SHOUT to 85258, lines open 24 hours
https://giveusashout.org/
Samaritans