Marie Curie – Bereavement Support
This service is for adults aged 18 or above, who are grieving after someone has died from a terminal illness. Whether you’re grieving for someone who died recently or a long time ago, we can help by talking through your feelings, sharing information, or simply listening. They don’t offer counselling, but can give you emotional
Grief Encounter
Grief Encounter helps bereaved children, young people and their families find hope and healing through a range of services and resources
Dorothy Parkes Centre – Loss Matters (8- week support programme)
Loss Matters is a free 6 week support programme for members of our local community who have had experience of grief, bereavement, and loss. The essence of the programme is to allow people to explore the taboo of loss. It is an initiative which is community led, delivered with compassion, and understanding. Please contact The
NHS 111
Specially trained mental health staff will speak to you, discuss your urgent needs, and assess the best way to support you depending on your symptoms
Sandwell Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team
Our service is for adults aged 18 – 65 years old going through a severe mental health crisis as an alternative to hospital admission. We offer a flexible patient centred service and aim to treat individuals with minimum disruption to their lives. To access our service, you need to be referred by your GP or
Child Line
Available for anyone under 19 years old. The number is free to call. Help and advice about a wide range of issues, talk to a 1-to-1 counsellor online through your free account in chat, email or post on the message boards. Help is also accessible in
Samaritans
Call, email and write a letter for free (no postage required!). There is also a free Samaritans self-help app. We provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress, despair or have suicidal thoughts. This is for any age
Stay Alive Suicide Prevention App
Stay Alive is a free pocket suicide prevention resource for anyone. You can use it if you are having thoughts of suicide or if you are concerned about someone else who may be considering suicide. This app has some helpful features that you can personalise to help you e.g. safety plan, upload important photos and
Headspace: Meditation and Mindfulness Made Simple App
Live a happier, healthier life with just a few minutes of meditation a day on the Headspace App. Meditation has been proven to help with mental health, stress and anxiety. There is a 14-day free trial then a small monthly fee and it’s for anyone. Available on Android and i
Calm Harm (App)
Calm Harm is a clinician-developed free app that helps manage the urge to self-harm. This is for young people 13 years old and over. Available on Android and i