Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
What is mental health?
Everybody has mental health, just like we have physical health. The two can affect each other.
Our mental wellbeing is important because it influences not only how we think and feel about ourselves, but also how we think and feel about other people, affecting our outlook on a situation or the environment around us.
Need help?
Things can feel very difficult at times but support is available and you are not alone.
Every week, 1 in 6 adults experiences a common mental health problem. It's completely normal and you will have felt like this at some point in your life as a result of day-to-day problems, such as work stress, car troubles, caring responsibilities or arguing with friends or family.
Other times, these feelings can be triggered because of a more significant event, like someone close to you dying, relationship breakdowns, physical health issues or financial worries.
There is a range of support and advice which can help you with these issues, including:
List of Services
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Wigan Mental Health Urgent Response Team
24/7 Mental Health Crisis Helpline for all ages
Crisis Team Call: 0800 953 0285
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SamaritansList Item 2
Whatever you're going through,
contact us any time, day or night
Phone: 116 123
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SHOUT
Shout is a free, confidential and 24/7 text messaging service for anyone in the UK.
To start a conversation:
Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258,
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MINDList Item 3
When you're experiencing a mental health problem or need support, contact
Infoline; 0300 123 3393
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EPIC HopeList Item 1
EPiC HOPE was established to prevent suicides and provide emotional and mental health support to the people of the Wigan and Leigh boroughs.
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PAPYRUS Prevention of Young SuicideList Item 4
If you are having thoughts of suicide or concerned for a young person you can contact HOPELINE247 for confidential support and practical advice.
Call: 0800 068 4141
Text: 07860039967
Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org
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CALM
The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), taking a stand against suicide and standing together to show life is always worth living.
Call our helpline 5pm–midnight, 365 days a year
Call: 0800 585858
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ChildLine
Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through.
You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, our trained counsellors are here to support you.
Childline is free, confidential and available any time, day or night.
Phone: 0800 1111
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The Silver Line
Loneliness can strike at any time of the day or night.
Age UK's Silver Line Helpline gives anyone aged 55 or over the opportunity to exchange a friendly word, access support, or enjoy a long enriching conversation.
We’re here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Phone: 0800 4 70 80 90
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Cruse Bereavement Support
Grief can be overwhelming
You don’t have to deal with it alone
We're here to help you no matter how long you've been grieving.
Opening hours
Monday – Friday: 9.30am-3pm
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Call us for free on 0808 808 1677
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Place2Place Football Club
Place 2 Place is an organisation for men facing a challenging circumstance. Born out of the passing of 3 people, Place 2 Place aims ultimately to prevent suicide through sport & events, inclusion opportunities.
Our Mission:
To reduce suicides through by using sport as a social inclusion tool, building support networks, providing signposting where appropriate. We will have a multifaceted approach to being the change we seek ..
Mental Health and Wellbeing support
There are more organisations you can access to help you improve your mental health and wellbeing. Support is available for:
To find out more, click on the link below: