Crisis Support & Helplines

Waves of Wisdom is not a crisis support service. However, if you feel you are at risk, please contact one of the services below as soon as you can.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you don't have to face it alone. Below you'll find trusted helplines and resources available across the UK, many of them 24/7 and completely free.

If you are in immediate danger

Please call:

999

or go to your nearest Accident & Emergency (A&E) department.

Help is available 24/7 — you are not alone.

What to Do in a Mental Health Crisis

Talk to Someone

Speak to a trusted friend, family member, or professional.

Call a Helpline

Free, confidential support is available 24/7.

Visit A&E

If you're at risk of harm or need urgent medical attention.

Contact Your GP

For urgent or ongoing support and referrals.

Text a Support Service

If you prefer not to speak out loud.

24/7 Helplines (UK)

Samaritans

116 123 (Free, 24/7)

For anyone feeling overwhelmed, distressed, or suicidal.

SHOUT – Text Crisis Support

Text 'SHOUT' to 85258 (Free, 24/7)

Confidential support via text with trained volunteers.

DAN 24/7 (Drugs & Alcohol Wales Helpline)

0808 808 2234 (Free, 24/7)
Text DAN to 81066

Free, bilingual support for anyone in Wales with substance use concerns.

Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline

0300 330 0630 (10am–10pm daily)

Confidential support from LGBTQ+ volunteers who understand. You can talk about anything—gender, identity, mental health, relationships, or feeling isolated.

NHS 111 – Mental Health Help

Call 111 (24/7)

For urgent care that's not life-threatening. Ask to speak to the mental health team.

Childline (for children and young people under 19)

0800 1111 (Free, 24/7)

Safe, confidential support from trained counsellors.

Papyrus HOPELINE247 (for people under 35 with thoughts of suicide)

Text: 07860 039967

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)

0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight daily)

Especially for men and anyone struggling with mental health.

Worried About Someone Else?

Ask How They're Feeling

Don't wait for them to reach out.

Encourage Help-Seeking

Encourage them to speak to a helpline or seek help.

Stay With Them

Stay with them or call emergency services if they are in danger.

Call 999

If someone is at serious risk.

You Are Not Alone

Asking for help is a sign of strength. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or just feeling overwhelmed, there are people ready to listen and help—any time, day or night.