Money worries
Debt and mental health feed each other, and ignoring it doesn't shrink it. Free debt advice exists, and the people giving it have heard it all before.
If money worries are making you think about suicide, talk to someone today. Samaritans are there 24/7.
Who can help
Free and confidential. The cards show what's open right now, in UK time.
Hours can change on bank holidays. See every service
Struggling to cope, any time
Samaritans
116 123Free, 24/7, every day of the year
For anyone struggling to cope. You don't need to be suicidal to call.
Prefer to text
Shout
Text SHOUT to 85258Free, confidential, 24/7
A trained volunteer texts back. No calls, no talking out loud.
Information and next steps
Mind Infoline
0300 123 33939am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (not bank holidays)
Not a crisis line. Helps you find local services, treatment options and advocacy.
Suicidal thoughts, or worried about someone
CALM
0800 58 58 585pm to midnight, every day
Campaign Against Living Miserably. For anyone over 18 affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts. Phone, webchat or WhatsApp.
Nothing matches that filter.
Things that can help
- Open the letters. Knowing the number is less frightening than guessing it.
- You don't need to pay for debt advice. StepChange is free.
- Tell someone you trust. Money shame keeps people quiet for far too long.
Did you find what you needed?
One tap, counted anonymously. We can't see who you are.