Mental health support

Find out where to get help and advice if you’re struggling with your mental health.

If you’re worried about the cost of living please see our list of local organisations offering support. 

NHS 111

People of all ages can able access local crisis services directly by calling 111 and selecting the mental health option. Calls will be answered by a trained mental health professional who will be able to quickly assess the situation and determine whether an urgent referral is required.

In Birmingham and Solihull, those already engaging with mental health services are asked to continue to contact their existing service. Contact telephone numbers will be in care plans and treatment plan letters.

Birmingham Mind

For advice and information for people experiencing mental health difficulties and not a mental health crisis, call the Birmingham Mind Mental Health Helpline (0121 262 3555; Freephone 0800 915 9292). The Helpline Service is accessible 9am -11pm.

Samaritans

You can call the Samaritans 24/7 for free on 116 123 and talk to somebody about issues you are facing, with no pressure or judgement.

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK offers a supportive listening service to anyone with thoughts of suicide, available on 0800 689 5652 between 6pm to 3.30am every day.

Rethink 

Rethink provides practical advice to adults affected by mental illness. You can get advice about topics including patient rights, benefits and social care.

Shout

Text Shout to 85258 to be connected to a trained volunteer who can provide support via text messages.

Independent Mental Health Advocates

If you are detained under the Mental Health Act or subject to a Community Treatment Order, you have a legal right to support from an IMHA.

If you need help understanding the right organisation to support you please contact us by email on info@healthwatchbirmingham.co.uk or call (freephone) 0800 652 5278