Get urgent help

Bipolar UK is here for everyone affected by bipolar. However, we do not offer crisis support. Here's what you can do if you – or someone you support – need urgent help.

• Contact emergency services on 999, and ask for police and ambulance. Ask someone else to call for you if you are unable to do so.
• Contact your local Crisis Team or Single Point of Access.
• Go to the nearest Accident and Emergency Department or ask someone to take you.
• Call NHS 111, press option 2, and ask to speak to a mental health professional.
• Contact the Samaritans free on 116 123 or via email at jo@samaritans.org
• If you are under the care of your local mental health team you can contact them.
• You can request an urgent GP appointment.

Other ways to get support

• Calmzone – provides emotional support for men nationwide. Call 0800 585858 (5pm-midnight every day). They also offer live chat and support on WhatsApp.
• Papyrus HOPELINEUK– if you’re under 35 and having thoughts of suicide (or are concerned for a young person) call 0800 068 4141 or text 88247 for free, confidential advice.
• Shout 82858– a free, anonymous text message support service, 24 hours a day, seven days a week for anyone who’s struggling to cope. Text SHOUT to 85258.
• Switchboard – if you identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender, call 0800 0119 1000 (10am-10pm every day) or email hello@switchboard.lgbt for support.
• C.A.L.L. (Community Advice and Listening Line) – provides emotional support, information and information to anyone in Wales, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year in Welsh or English. Call 0800 132737.
• Lifeline Northern Ireland – offers support to anyone living in Northern Ireland who is struggling to cope or feels overwhelmed. Call 0808 808 8000 or textphone 18001 0808 808 8000.

Bipolar UK is here for you 

We’re here for you with a range of support and resources, and a community that understands.