In immediate danger? Call 999. Thinking about suicide right now? Samaritans - 116 123, free, 24/7.

Support for women

Whether it's your mental health, your relationship or what's happening at home, there are people whose job is to listen and help, for free.

If you're in danger right now, call 999.

Who can help

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Struggling to cope, any time

Samaritans

116 123
Free, 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 85258
Free, confidential, 24/7

A trained volunteer texts back. No calls, no talking out loud.

Domestic abuse, any time

National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge)

0808 2000 247
Free, 24/7

Confidential support for women experiencing domestic abuse. Live chat at nationaldahelpline.org.uk.

Sexual violence or abuse, any time

Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Line

0808 500 2222
Free, 24/7

Run by Rape Crisis England & Wales, for anyone aged 16 or over, of any gender, whenever it happened.

Pregnancy and new parents

PANDAS Foundation

0808 1961 776
Free, 10am to 5pm, Monday to Friday

Support with low mood and anxiety during pregnancy and after birth, for parents and the people around them.

Domestic abuse, finding local help

Women's Aid

womensaid.org.uk
Live chat and directory

The Survivor's Handbook and a directory of local domestic abuse services.

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Good to know

  • If you're not sure whether what's happening counts as abuse, you can still call and talk it through.
  • Struggling during pregnancy or after having a baby is common, and it isn't your fault. Your midwife, health visitor or GP can help too.
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