15/05/2026
Starting a conversation about mental health isnโt always easy, but you are not alone.
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and weโre raising awareness of some key helplines that you or someone you know, may need.
Call NHS 111 and press option 2 for 24/7 support from trained mental health professionals. Theyโll listen, offer advice, and connect you to the right local service โ whether itโs self-care help, crisis support, or something more.
Need extra support, these services can help ๐
Samaritans: 116 123
Text SHOUT to 85258
Mind: 0845 766 0163
If youโre under 25, you can call The Mix on 0808 808 4994
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Space North East
www.nhs.uk/mental-health
In an emergency dial 999.