Crisis Support
Important: If you ever feel like you cannot keep yourself safe or are in immediate danger, please call 999 immediately for urgent assistance.
If you or someone you know is facing a crisis, it’s important to know that there are resources available to offer support. Whether you’re dealing with mental health struggles, financial difficulties, or feeling overwhelmed, there are services in the UK that can help you navigate through these challenging times. Below is a guide to some key resources that can provide immediate and ongoing help.
Mental Health Support
If you are feeling mentally overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed, or if you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, it’s important to reach out for help. The following organisations offer free, confidential support:
| Samaritans | Phone: 116 123 (24/7 helpline)
Website: samaritans.org |
Samaritans provide emotional support to anyone in distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide. |
| Mind | Phone: 0300 123 3393
Text: 86463 Website: mind.org.uk |
Mind offers advice and support to anyone experiencing mental health problems. They also have resources to help you understand different mental health issues. |
| Shout | Text: 85258 (24/7 text service)
Website: giveusashout.org |
Shout provides a confidential 24/7 text messaging service for anyone struggling with a mental health crisis. |
| CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) | Phone: 0800 58 58 58 (5pm to midnight)
Website: thecalmzone.net |
CALM offers a helpline and webchat to support those feeling down or struggling with mental health, with a particular focus on suicide prevention. |
Financial Support
If a crisis has left you struggling financially, there are organisations that can help you manage debt, access benefits, or get emergency financial aid.
| Citizens Advice | Website: citizensadvice.org.uk | Citizens Advice provides free advice on a wide range of issues, including benefits, housing, and managing debt. They also offer advice on financial rights following an accident or injury. |
| StepChange Debt Charity | Phone: 0800 138 1111
Website: stepchange.org |
StepChange offers free, confidential advice to help you manage debt and take control of your finances. |
| Turn2us | Website: turn2us.org.uk | Turn2us helps people in financial need gain access to welfare benefits, grants, and other financial support. |
| National Debtline (UK) | Contact: 0808 808 4000 Website: www.nationaldebtline.org |
Free advice for managing debt and financial pressures after a crash. |
Support After a Road Traffic Accident
Being involved in a road traffic accident can be traumatic and leave you unsure of how to move forward. There are organisations that provide both practical and emotional support after such incidents.
| Brake – The Road Safety Charity | Website: brake.org.uk | Brake offers support for individuals who have been involved in road traffic accidents, providing guidance on recovery and legal rights. |
| RoadPeace | Phone: 0845 4500 355
Website: roadpeace.org |
RoadPeace offers emotional and practical support for victims of road crashes, as well as their families. |
| SMIDSY.org | Website: smidsy.org | SMIDSY.org provides practical support and guidance for motorcyclists and cyclists affected by road accidents, helping them navigate the recovery process and access additional resources like legal advice and mental health support. |
Immediate Help for Physical Health
If you need urgent physical health support, emergency services and helplines can provide immediate care and advice.
| NHS 111 | Phone: 111
Website:111.nhs.uk |
For urgent but non-life-threatening medical help, call NHS 111 or visit their website for online consultations. |
| Emergency Services | Phone: 999 | In case of a life-threatening emergency, always call 999 for immediate help. |
| Headway – The Brain Injury Association | Contact: 0808 800 2244 Website: www.headway.org.uk |
Specialist support for individuals recovering from head or brain injuries. |
| RoadPeace (UK) | Contact: 0845 4500 355 Website: www.roadpeace.org |
Charity for crash victims offering peer support and guidance. |
| Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) | Contact: 0800 980 0501 Website: www.spinal.co.uk |
For those coping with life-changing spinal injuries after a crash. |
Domestic Abuse Support
If you are experiencing domestic abuse or violence, there are confidential services that can provide immediate assistance.
| Refuge – National Domestic Abuse Helpline | Phone: 0808 2000 247 (24/7 helpline)
Website:nationaldahelpline.org.uk |
Refuge offers support to those experiencing domestic abuse, helping them find a safe place and access further services. |
| Women’s Aid | Website:womensaid.org.uk | Women’s Aid provides life-saving services to survivors of domestic abuse, including online chat and refuge services. |
Remember, You’re Not Alone
Whether you’re facing emotional, financial, or physical challenges, the resources listed here can help you get through a crisis. Take the first step by reaching out—support is available, and you don’t have to go through this alone.
If you’re ever unsure where to start, talking to a trusted friend, family member, or even your GP can help you determine what help is best for you.
Disclaimer:
This website is not intended to replace professional services or provide legal advice. It is designed to offer general information and guide you in the right direction, helping you understand key topics related to motorcycle accidents. Please consult a qualified professional for specific legal, medical, or financial advice.