Helplines & Support
Immediate support and crisis helplines available 24/7
LifeLine
Lifeline provides support to people of every age, gender, race, religion, disability and sexual orientation. Lifeline operate a 24 hours helpline, 365 days a year.
DSA Helpline
The Domestic and Sexual Abuse helpline is for people affected by domestic or sexual violence. You can contact the helpline 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Trained advisers answer the helpline. You can also contact the helpline by email.
ChildLine
ChildLine is the UK's free, 24-hour helpline for children and young people. ChildLine gives children access to confidential support when they need it and ensures all children and young people have someone to turn to. Online 1-2-1 & email service available at www.childline.org.uk
Samaritans
Our volunteers are drawn from across the community and from all walks of life. They come together to support people whoever they are and whenever they need us. Since 1961, Samaritans has served the people of Greater Belfast and far beyond. We're open every day - 24/7 by phone and in person. The door of our branch is open 9am-10pm every day of the year and no appointment is necessary.
Need Immediate Support?
If you're in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 999 for emergency services or contact one of the helplines above. These services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and provide confidential, non-judgmental support.