Christmas Mental Health Resources
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UK & IRELAND
These resources are available throughout the holiday season and free to access.
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US
These resources are available throughout the holiday season and free to access.
Download PDF here
General Mental Health Resources
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Samaritans
Crisis Support available 24/7 for anyone in crisis or supporting someone in crisis.
Call 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org
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Shout
Text based free and confidential crisis support service available 24/7.
Text SHOUT to 85258.
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NHS 111
For urgent, non-emergency mental health support.
Call 111 and select the mental health option.
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Mind
Information and support for a variety of mental health issues.
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Hub of Hope
Comprehensive database of mental health support available across the UK.
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Beat
Support and information for people experiencing eating disorders, and their friends and families.
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Shelter
Support & information for those experiencing homelessness.
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Black Minds Matter
Free, 1-to-1 talking therapy for Black people in the UK.
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Refuge
Support for Women experiencing domestic violence
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No Panic
Support for people living with Panic Attacks, Phobias, OCD, and other anxiety related disorders.
Hospitality Specific Resources
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Hospitality Action
Hospitality specific EAP and support services.
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Cameron's Companions
Free therapy for any man in England and Wales who is experiencing suicidal thoughts.
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Be Inclusive Hospitality
A not-for-profit building a thriving community to accelerate race equity within hospitality.
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Not 9 to 5
Organisation advocating for improving workplace mental health in the hospitality industry. -
Fair Kitchens
Fighting for a more resilient and sustainable hospitality industry by building healthy and inclusive kitchen cultures.
LGBTQIA + Resources
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Switchboard
Free and confidential national LGBTQIA+ support line.
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Mermaids
Support for trains, non-binary & gender diverse young people.
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Galop
Support for LGBTQIA+ people who have experienced abuse and violence.
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TransUnite
Online directory of local & online trans support groups.
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LGBT Foundation
Provide support and activities for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Substance Misuse Resources
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Frank
Honest information, support and guidance about substance misuse.
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Support & guidance for people experiencing alcoholism.
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Narcotics Anonymous
Support & guidance for people experiencing drug misuse.
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Al Anon
Support for family & friends of those experiencing addiction.
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Smart Recovery
Self-help addiction recovery programme.