Support Directory

Browse our directory below for more information about the Support and Services available to you across Cumbria, Nationally and Online.

Thank you to Every Life Matters for this content, which is invaluable to everyone that needs it.

Suicide & Mental Health Crisis

  • What to do in a mental health or suicide emergency

    If you, or someone you know needs immediate support:

    Call the NHS Universal Crisis Line on 111 and select the mental health option 2

    What to do in a suicide emergency

    Sometimes thoughts of suicide may become very intense and overwhelming, and a person may struggle to keep themselves safe. They may have made clear plans – they know where, when and how they will kill themselves.
    If someone tells you they’re feeling overwhelmed by thoughts of suicide make sure they’re not left alone. Just begin asking about thoughts of suicide generally, if you are worried about the person’s immediate safety ask directly.
    If the person feels unable to keep themselves safe and are at immediate risk of attempting suicide stay with them and do one of the following;

    • Call 999 – The call is free. Explain what is happening. In this situation, calling an ambulance is the right action to take – not a waste of emergency services time as some people fear. You may also wish to contact emergency services;

      • If said person is unable to keep themselves safe

      • if the individual has attempted suicide, and either needs medical attention or police intervention

      • If someone you are worried does not want to get help or has has gone missing

    • Take them to a Hospital A&E– Find your nearest here.

    • Call the NHS Universal Crisis Line on 111 and select the mental health option 2

    It may also be helpful to remove things that someone could use to harm themselves, particularly if they have mentioned specific things they might use. It’s also important to help the person avoid alcohol and drugs when they are at risk.

    If someone you are worried about cannot stay safe, or has taken steps to end their life, and they do not want to get help or have gone missing – call the police on 999.

    While these may feel like a drastic steps to take it is a justifiable response to someone’s life being at risk. The police have the resources to find those who are vulnerable to suicide and get help to them quickly, including other emergency services if needed.

  • If you, or someone you know, is having a mental health crisis:

    Call the NHS Universal Crisis Line on 111 and select the mental health option 2

    These are open 24 hrs a day/7 days a week and are for all ages.

    Text number for users of British Sign Language (BSL)
    07860 064 775  Available 24/7

Mental Health

  • Samaritans Call 116 123
    Whatever problems you are facing Samaritans are there to listen 24/7

    SHOUT Text Shout to 85258
    Crisis text service for support with any mental health concern 24/7

    MindLine Cumbria – 0300 561 0000 text Mind to 81066Information, guidance and support, Midday-11pm Mon-Fri. 5-11pm Weekends

    Lancs and South Cumbria Mental Health Helpline and Texting Service:Contact the helpline on 0800 915 4640 or by texting Hello to 07860 022 846.

    Call service is available Monday to Friday 7pm-11pm and Saturday to Sunday 12pm to midnight.
    Text service is available Monday to Friday 10am-11pm and Saturday to Sunday 12pm to midnight.

    CALM Campaign Against Living Miserably 0800 58 58 58Helpline for anyone over the age of 15. 5pm – Midnight.
    Webchat also available, 5pm – Midnight

    Silverline 0800 470 80 90Information, friendship and advice for older people 24/7

    Young Minds Parent Line 0808 802 5544Advice for parents and carers worried about a young person 9.30-4pm Mon-Fri

    Papyrus Hopeline 0800 068 4141Support and advice for Young People under 35. 9am-Midnight every day

    The MixAdvice and support for under 25s, peer support chats

    Childline 0800 11 11Support for anyone under 19, 24/7 and online 1-2-1 chat

    SANEline
    If you’re experiencing a mental health problem or supporting someone else, you can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–10pm every day).

    Nightline DirectoryIf you’re a student, you can look on the Nightline website to see if your university or college offers a night-time listening service. Nightline phone operators are all students too.

    Switchboard
    If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, you can call Switchboard on 0300 330 0630 (10am–10pm every day), email chris@switchboard.lgbt or use their webchat service. Phone operators all identify as LGBT+

    C.A.L.L.
    If you live in Wales, you can call the Community Advice and Listening Line (C.A.L.L.) on 0800 132 737 (open 24/7) or you can text ‘help’ followed by a question to 81066.

    Helplines PartnershipFor more options, visit the Helplines Partnership website for a directory of UK helplines. If you’re outside the UK, the Befrienders Worldwide website has a tool to search by country for emotional support helplines around the world.

    Mind Support Line
    Call Mind’s support line on 0300 102 1234. A safe space for you to talk about your mental health. Advisors are trained to listen to you and help you find specialist support if you need it. Open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).

  • Side by Side Minds online support community. A place to be heard, listen and share. (Formerly Elefriends.)

    Togetherall A safe community to support your mental health, 24/7. Get support. Take control. Feel better.

    Kooth An online mental wellbeing community for young people.

  • NHS Self Help Guides Self-help guides for a range of mental health issues produced by Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS.

    Every Mind Matters NHS Mental Health and Wellbeing advice from how to deal with stress and anxiety to how to sleep better including a list of NHS recommended Apps

    Good Thinking Online wellbeing resources and guides produced by London NHS services

  • Check out a range of recommended apps for young people and adults at:

    CAMHS resources

    NHS App

    Stay Alive
    A suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis. You can use it if you are having thoughts of suicide or if you are concerned about someone else who may be considering suicide.

    Calm HarmAn app designed to help people resist or manage the urge to self-harm.

    DistrACTGet quick, easy and discreet access to information and advice about self-harm and suicidal thoughts.

    My possible selfAllows you to pick from 10 modules to learn how to manage fear, anxiety and stress, and take control of your thoughts, feelings and behaviour.

    STOPP
    An app help you to change negative cycles of behaviour and enables you to make changes to your thoughts, feelings and behaviours to live a more skilful, less impulsive life.

    Catch It 
    Helps you learn to look at problems differently, turn negative thoughts into positive ones and improve your mental wellbeing.

    Feeling good
    Helps you improve your thoughts, feelings, self-esteem and self-confidence using the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy.

    SAM
    An app to help you understand and manage anxiety.

    Headspace
    Headspace is a science-backed app in mindfulness and meditation, providing unique tools and resources to help reduce stress, build resilience, and aid better sleep.

  • County Wide

    MindLine Cumbria
    0300 561 0000 text Mind to 81066
    Information, guidance and support. Midday-11pm Mon-Fri. 5-11pm Weekends

    People First Provide advocacy and representation and Healthwatch across Cumbria 03003 038037

    SAFA Self Harm Awareness for All: Offer counselling and support for individuals aged 11+ who self harm. 01229 832269

    North and East Cumbria

    Carlisle Eden Mind
    01228 543354     including the Connect Service, the Lighthouse and Your Voice (independent advocacy throughout Cumbria)

    Growing Well – Tebay
    Growing Well is a free mental health service for adults in Cumbria. Providing support to rebuild confidence, learn new skills, and meet new life goals through growing activities at their kitchen-garden at Tebay with people attending for one day per week for up to a year. 07512 316 564

    South Cumbria

    Mind in Furness 01229 827094  including supported housing, peer support, drop-in services

    Growing Well – Sizergh Growing Well is a free mental health service for adults in Cumbria and North Lancashire. Providing support to rebuild confidence, learn new skills, and meet new life goals through growing and catering activities at their six acre farm and kitchen at Sizergh with people attending for one day per week for up to a year. 07903 013 648

    Action for Wellbeing Providing direct, 1 to 1 support to those struggling with suicidal thoughts and feelings living in South Cumbria and North Lancashire

    The Lighthouse Peer led mental health support in South Lakeland

    West Cumbria

    Together We
    Counselling, wellbeing and group support across West Cumbria

    Always another Way Building stronger communities through local projects in West Cumbria

    Healthy Hopes Promoting mental health and wellbeing across Cumbria

    Counselling

    Find a Local Counsellor at The Counselling Directory or BACP Directory: British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy

  • What to do in a mental health emergency?

    Call the NHS Universal Crisis Line on 111 and select the mental health option 2

    Text number for users of British Sign Language (BSL)
    07860 064 775  Available 24/7

    Mental Health Services

    NHS Talking Therapies – North Cumbria0300 123 9122   Currently offering telephone based and online CBT therapy

    NHS Talking Therapies – South Cumbria 0300 555 0345 Currently offering telephone based and online CBT therapy

    ANIS Anorexia Nervosa Intensive Service South Cumbria

    ANIS Anorexia Nervosa Intensive Service North Cumbria

    Eating Disorder Service – South Cumbria

    Eating Disorder Service – North Cumbria

    CAMHS North – Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Referral to CAMHS and MyTime made via CAMHS referral form obtained via local office. Referrals can only be made through professionals such as teachers, social workers, GPs etc. No self-referral accepted. East (Carlisle & Eden) 01228 603017 camhs.east1@nhs.net. West 01900 705800 camhs.west1@nhs.net.

    CAMHS South – Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Referrals through Tel 01225 408660 or camhssouth@nhs.net Self-referrals can be made through Healthy Young Minds LSC

    NHS 111 For NHS advice and referral for any health or mental health related issues, 24/7.

    NHS PharmaciesIn Cumbria, every pharmacy has Every Life Matters resources, and many pharmacies have healthy living champions to help with signposting to local support.

    Lancs and South Cumbria Mental Health Wellbeing Helpline and Texting Service

    Listening service for the residents of Lancashire and South Cumbria. It is a Freephone out of hours, person-centred listening environment for people requiring emotional support in relation to their own wellbeing and mental health or that of someone they know.

    Contact the helpline on 0800 915 4640 or by texting Hello to 07860 022 846.

    Monday to Thursday – closed
    Friday – 7pm to 11pm
    Saturday and Sunday – 4pm to 11pm

  • Anxiety UK Providing information, advice and support for people with anxiety and anxiety based depression. Infoline 03444 775774

    B-eat Supporting people affected by eating disorders. Helpline: 0808 8010677 Youth Line: 0808 8010711
    Helplines are open from 3pm– 8pm, Monday to Friday.

    Bipolar UK Peer Support Line Need information or advice? Call 0333 323 3885, leave a message and we’ll call you back. Or email us at info@bipolaruk.org

    Depression UK National self help organisation helping people cope with their depression

    Mental Health Foundation Mental health resources and information

    Mind
    Mental health information and self help guides. Support Line: 0300 102 1234. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm

    No Panic Support and information for anxiety disorders and panic attacks Helpline 0844 967 4848 Daily 10am-10pm

    RETHINK Provides information, guidance and support to those experiencing severe mental illness, their carers and relatives. 0300 5000 927

    SANE Provides information, guidance and support and advice to people experiencing mental illness including Saneline 0300 304 7000

    Supportline Provide confidential emotional support. Helpline 01708 765200

    Time to Change Providing resources to tackle mental health stigma

    Waythrough
    Confidential support for mental health, drugs, alcohol or related challenges.

Self Harm

Bereavement Support

  • Support in Cumbria

    Every Life Matters One-to-one support for people bereaved and affected by suicide.

    Child Bereavement UK Offering bereavement support to children and young people bereaved by suicide in Cumbria. National helpline: 0800 0288840. Cumbria: 01539 628 311 cumbriasupport@childbereavementuk.org

    Cruse Cumbria Support to people bereaved by suicide. Local Help Line: 0300 6003434

    Coroners Court Support Service Provide practical and emotional support to families bereaved by suicide at a coroners’ court. Helpline 0300 1112141 Mon-Fri 9am-7pm

    Together We Provide counselling and wellbeing support to people bereaved by suicide in West Cumbria

    Time to Share Bereavement Service Provide Play therapy support to children in Copeland. Your children’s school or support worker can make a referral to the service.

    National information, advice and support

    Support after Suicide
    Providing information and support following a suicide including the ‘Help is at Hand’ and ‘Finding the Words’

    Suicide & Co Website to support bereaved individuals and open the conversation around suicide-related grief.

    SOBS
    Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide – Information, guidance and National Helpline 0300 1115065

    Helplines

    SOBS UK
    Call 0300 111 5065 – 9am to 9pm Monday to Friday – Support and guidance for people bereaved and affected by suicide

    Child Bereavement UK Offering bereavement support to children and young people. National helpline: 0800 0288840

    Winstons Wish Call 08088 020 021 – 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday – Expert advice and guidance on supporting a grieving child or young person after the death of a loved one

    Coroners Court Support Service Provide practical and emotional support to the family at a coroners’ courts Helpline 0300 1112141 Mon-Fri 9am-7pm

  • Support in Cumbria

    Child Bereavement UK Offering bereavement support to children and young people and if a child dies. National helpline: 0800 0288840. Child Bereavement UK Cumbria: 01539 628 311 cumbriasupport@childbereavementuk.org

    Cruse Cumbria Bereavement Counselling Support. Local Help Line: 0300 6003434

    The Silent Footprints Foundation A warm, safe, and inclusive space for anyone affected by pregnancy or infant loss at any stage — including miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, medical termination, stillbirth, or infant loss. With monthly support groups in West and North Cumbria
    Email contact: silentfootprints2019@gmail.com

    Coroners Court Support Service Provide practical and emotional support to the family at a coroners’ courts Helpline 0300 1112141 Mon-Fri 9am-7pm

    National Information, advice and support

    Cruse Support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies. National Helpline 0808 8081677

    BEAD Bereaved by alcohol or Drugs Project ran by CRUSE and ADFAM

    Winston’s Wish Providing support and guidance to bereaved children or anyone concerned about a grieving child. 0808 8020021

    Child Bereavement UK Offering bereavement support to children and young people and if a child dies. National helpline: 0800 0288840

    Lullaby Trust Support for anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a baby or young child

    Sudden Support when someone has died suddenly, or too soon in their lives

    WAY: Widowed and Young Support for people aged 50 or under when their partner died

Children and Young People

Local & National Support for Neurodiversity and Suicide Prevention

  • Triple A support autistic adults right across Cumbria to share their experiences, create new friendships and navigate life through our Navigator Programme and Social Groups. They also support autistic people looking for jobs into employment, and run NHS-funded post-diagnostic courses. Website: www.tripleaproject.org.uk  

    Owl Blue work with people and their families with hidden disabilities and those who share their lives, based in West Cumbria. Website: www.owlblue.org

    Autus Cumbria supports autistic children and adults by offering social opportunities, support, training and advocacy, based in Barrow-in-Furness. Website: www.autuscumbria.com 

    Team Autism work with autistic adults to facilitate social activities, raise awareness of services in the community and give training to people about autism. 
    Website: www.teamautism.co.uk

  • Grassroots Stay Alive: Neurodiversity Hub A wealth of information about nuerodiversity and suicide prevention.
    Website: www.prevent-suicide.org.uk/neurodiversity-suicide-prevention-hub/ 

    Ambitious About Autism Information and practical support for children, young people and families,  as well as specialist education and employment programmes.Website: www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/

    National Autistic Society Trained volunteers run support, information and social activities for autistic adults, children and their families in their local area.Website: www.autism.org.uk/  

    National Autistic Society – Directory A directory of UK-wide or local organisations and services that are specifically for, or have adapted their services, to meet the needs of autistic people and/or their families.
    Website: www.autism.org.uk/autism-services-directory  

    National Autistic Society – mental health hub Advice and guidance on a range of topics related to autism and mental health.
    Website: www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/mental-health   

  • Stay Alive a safety planning app, a place to store photos, music, or memories as a reason for living.  

    Emergency Chat (apple only) is an app that can be used in any situation where speech is impossible but communication is still necessary. 

    Molehill Mountain is an app to help autistic people understand and self-manage the symptoms and causes of anxiety. 

    Autistica – mental health & autism The Autistica Tips Hub is a free app that offers practical tips and high-quality resources to make everyday life easier. 

  • Talking about suicide Prevent Suicide’s advice for talking to someone about suicide.
    Website: www. prevent-suicide.org.uk/neurodiversity-suicide-prevention-hub/#talk-about-suicide  

    Autism Central Advice and support for parents and carers of children, young people and adults.Website: www.autismcentral.org.uk/  

    Child Autism Dedicated to helping children with autism achieve their potential, they provide services and advice to families who have an autistic child.
    Website: www.childautism.org.uk/  

    Autistica – meltdowns Advice and guidance for those supporting an autistic person experiencing distress or a meltdown. Website: www.autistica.org.uk/what-is-autism/supporting-meltdowns  

    National Autistic Society – Good Practice Guide Produced in collaboration with Mind, this guide aims to help mental health professionals adapt talking therapies for autistic adults and children.
    Website: www.autism.org.uk/shop/products/books-and-resources/good-practice-guide  

    The ADHD Foundation A range of resources for parents, carers, and professionals on supporting neurodivergent individuals.
    Website: www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/resources/  

Debt, Benefits, Housing, Employment

  • Food Banks in Cumbria

    Foodbanks can provide emergency food parcels in a crisis.

    CAB Citizens Advice

    Provides free, impartial and confidential advice National Advice Line 03444 111 444

    Local offices:

    Allerdale 01900 604735

    Barrow 0344 4889624

    Carlisle/Eden 03300 563037

    Copeland 01946 693321

    South Lakes 01539 446464

    Christians Against Poverty

    Free advice & help to those in debt. Centres in Penrith, Carlisle, Whitehaven, Barrow and Ulverston. 0800 328 0006

    Cumbria Law Centre

    Free legal advice and representation for people living in Cumbria. 01228 515129

    Manna House

    Providing advice and support to the homeless, vulnerably housed and lonely in South Lakeland

    Carlisle Key

    Providing housing support to young people in Carlisle

    Cold to Cosy Homes

    Providing free energy saving advice and equipment to make homes warmer and more comfortable

  • CAB Citizens Advice
    Provides free, impartial and confidential advice National Advice Line 03444 111 444

    Christians Against Poverty
    Free advice & help to those in debt with debt centres in Cumbria 0800 328 0006

    National Debtline
    Free confidential debt advice 0808 808 4000 9am-8pm

    Money Advice Service
    Free debt advice and online resource 0800 138 7777 8am-6pm

    Shelter
    Free housing advice and on line resource Helpline 0808 8004444 Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5pm

    ACAS
    Online resource on employment rights

    Working Families National charity with advice for working parents

Various Support

  • Police
    Non emergency: 101

    National Domestic Abuse Helpline 24 hour free national domestic abuse helpline 0808 2000 247

    Men’s Helpline Freephone support line for men affected by domestic abuse 0808 8010327 Mon-Fri 10am-5pm

    Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisers IDSVAs in Cumbria List of independent domestic and sexual violence advisers in Cumbria

    The Birchall Trust Offers support to those affected by rape and sexual abuse in South Cumbria and North Lancashire. 01229 820828

    Bridgeway Sexual Assault Support Service
    Providing support for anyone in Cumbria who has been raped or sexually assaulted 0808 118 6432 (24hrs)

    The Freedom Project Providing support in West Cumbria Helpline 07712 117986

    Safety Net Supporting those affected by rape, exploitation sexual abuse or domestic violence in North & West Cumbria 01228 515859

    Springfield
    Provides support for anyone affected by domestic abuse in South Lakeland 08081757070

    Victim Support Victim Support in Cumbria. If you’ve been affected by crime, call your local victim care team in Cumbria on 0300 303 0157. Mon to Fri, 8am-6pm

  • National Support

    ADFAM
    Support for families affected by drugs and alcohol

    Alcoholics Anonymous
    Details of local self support group for anyone hoping to recover from alcoholism. Helpline0800 9177 650

    GAMCARE
    Provides support & advice to anyone with a gambling problem. National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020133 24/7

    Frank
    Advice, information and support for anyone concerned about drugs and substance misuse. Helpline: 0300 123 6600 24/7 Text 82111

    Narcotics Anonymous
    Self-support group for anyone hoping to recover from a drug problem. 0300 9991212 Helpline 10.00am – midnight

    We are with you
    Confidential advice and support (formerly Addaction)

    Local Support

    Recovery Steps Cumbria
    Commissioned Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service across Cumbria, local offices within Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Workington, Whitehaven, Kendal and Penrith. Email: referals@recoverystepscumbria.org.uk

    CADAS
    Countywide confidential support and help with drug and alcohol issues from aged 10+ 0300 114002

    The Well
    Provides support to people in South Cumbria recovering from drug and alcohol addiction through therapy, counselling, peer mentoring, employment training and social activities.
    Barrow-in-Furness Hub (Westmorland and Furness): 01229 829832

    Kendal Hub (Westmorland and Furness): 01539 725906

    Carlisle Hub (Cumberland): 01228 217215

    Health & Wellbeing Officers
    For young people under the age of 18 who show substance misuse needs including alcohol. North Cumbria 0782 5340514; West Cumbria 0788 7947621; South Cumbria 0790 0060645

    Waythrough
    Confidential support for mental health, drugs, alcohol or related challenges.

  • Combat Stres Providing mental health support and advice to serving and ex-military. Helplines available 24/7 Veterans and families: 0800 138 1619Serving personnel and families: 0800 323 4444

    Veterans Gateway Providing advice and support on housing, money, mental wellbeing Helpline 24/7 0808 8021212

    SSAFA Providing advice and support on housing, money, mental wellbeing Helpline 0800 260 6780 Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm

    British Legion
    Providing advice and support on housing, money, mental wellbeing Helpline 0808 802 8080 8am-8pm

  • Perinatal Community Mental Health Team (North Cumbria)
    The perinatal team will provide a community service to support women experiencing mental health difficulties related to pregnancy, childbirth and early motherhood. Phone: 01228 602 099

    Happy Mums Foundation
    Happy Mums focus on offering peer support to mums with mental health problems from pregnancy and throughout their life as a mother. Phone 01228 592301

    Womens Community Matters
    Offer a wide range of support for women in the Barrow area

    Women out West
    Offer a wide range of support for women in the Copeland area

    Gateway 4 Women
    Offering a wide range of support for women in the Carlisle area

    The Silent Footprints Foundation A warm, safe, and inclusive space for anyone affected by pregnancy or infant loss at any stage — including miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, medical termination, stillbirth, or infant loss. With monthly support groups in West and North Cumbria
    Email contact: silentfootprints2019@gmail.com

  • Men In Sheds
    Men’s Sheds are kitted out community spaces where men can enjoy practical hobbies. They’re about making friends, learning and sharing skills.

    Andy’s Man Club
    Run talking groups for men who have either been through a storm, are currently going through a storm or have a storm brewing in life. Nationwide talking groups run every Monday evening

    Offload Cumbria
    Offload offer free, easily accessible peer support sessions for males 18+ in Cumbria

  • Support with day to day living due to illness or disability
    Information of what support and resources are available

    NHS
    NHS online resource, health guides, finding your nearest GP, pharmacist etc. For non urgent advice ring 111

    Disability Associations Services and support for people with disabilities in Cumbria
    Barrow & District Disability Association 01229 432599 www.bdda.org.uk
    Allerdale 01900 61912 www.allerdaledisability.com

    Healthwatch
    Feedback and reviews of health and social care in Cumbria 03003038567

    Owl Blue
    A charity in Cumbria supporting those with hidden disabilities, as well as their families and friends.

    Learning Disabilities

    Easy Read NHS Mental Health Self Help Guides
    Self-help guides for a range of mental health issues produced by Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS

    People First
    Support, advocacy and representation across Cumbria 03003 038037

    Support in North Cumbria
    Links to support available in North Cumbria

    Support in South Cumbria
    Links to support available in South Cumbria

  • Carers UK
    Help and Advice to make life better for carers

    NHS Carers Direct
    Contact the NHS Carers Direct helpline, on 0300 123 1053 for further information and signposting to local sources of support in England. Or visit them at the NHS website to get help using webchat and email.

    Local Carers Support
    Information about support organisations in Cumbria

  • AGE UK
    Advice and Information. Helpline 0800 6781602 Lines are open 8am-7pm, 365 days a year. Branches throughout Cumbria.

    Alzheimers Society
    Information and support and links to local branches

    Copeland Age and Advice Service (CAAS)
    Helping over 55’s in Copeland to live independently 01946 552166

    Silverline
    0800 470 80 90 Information, friendship and advice for older people 24/7

  • Farming Community Network
    Pastoral and practical support for the farming community. Helpline 0300 111 999 7am-11pm

    RABI
    Providing support to farming families. Call 0800 188 444
    Free, available 24 hours

    Supporting Farmers in Times of Uncertainty
    Public Health Wales document: click here

    AHDB
    Practical guidance, information around money, mental health issues or any others concerns

    YANA
    Help for those involved in agriculture and other rural businesses affected by stress and depression. Call our helpline 0300 323 0400 for confidential support every Monday to Friday between 10am and 1pm to speak to someone directly.

  • MindOut
    LGBTQ+ mental health support

    Stonewall
    Support for LGBTQ+ Community

    Outreach Cumbria
    Countywide support and advice for LGBTQ+

    LGBThq Cumbria
    Provides support and advice including free counselling to LGBTQ+ also Sticky Bits Café PiNC Youth

    Queer Cumbria Directory
    Some useful links for local and national groups that work to support the LGBTQ+ community.

    Furness LGBTQ+ Youth Group
    Brings together people to celebrate diversity and give young people a voice in our community.

    Proud and Diverse Cumbria
    Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion to enable the acceptance of diverse communities in (West) Cumbria.

    Switchboard
    If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, you can call Switchboard on 0300 330 0630 (10am–10pm every day), email chris@switchboard.lgbt or use their webchat service. Phone operators all identify as LGBT+.

  • Boloh, Barnardos Helpline
    Boloh Helpline offers advice, signposting, emotional support and free therapy to adult asylum seekers UK Wide. The Helpline is open Monday – Friday (10am-8pm) and Saturday (10-3pm) via phone 0800 151 2605

    Muslim Community Helpline
    A confidential, non-judgemental listening and emotional support service. Monday to Thursday: 10am-1pm. Friday: 10am-4pm Contact numbers: 0208 908 6715 or 0208 904 8193or via Email: ess4m@btinternet.com

    Religion Belief and Culture in our Community
    Cumbria supplement to a national resource

    Refugee Council
    Providing information for refugees

    Anti Racist Cumbria
    They aim to make Cumbria the UK’s first actively anti-racist county.

    Multi Cultural Carlisle
    Multicultural Cumbria has been set up to empower minority groups & the wider community. We aim to improve communication on grass roots level. Building confidence, self esteem, social opportunities and community cohesion

    South Lakeland Equality and Diversity Partnership
    SLEDP seek to reduce inequality on the grounds of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, rurality and religion/belief whilst celebrating diversity and reducing discrimination

    Barnados Refugee Family Helpline
    Our Helpline provides emotional and practical support as well as advice and signposting to children, young people and their families. Call us on 0808 156 9877

    Furness Multi-Cultural Community Forum
    Inclusion youth and community work in the Barrow in Furness area.