Help and Resources

Samaritans

Whatever you’re going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We’re here 24hrs a day, 365 days a year.

Kirklees Mental Health Services (SPA)

Adults

Pennine Domestic Violence Group

PDAP is a registered charity that provides high quality specialist support, advice, information and safe accommodation to anyone affected by or experiencing domestic abuse.

Shout

Shout is a free, confidential and 24/7 text messaging service for anyone in the UK who needs support.

If you are struggling to cope and need to talk, our trained Shout Volunteers are here for you. To start a conversation, text the word ‘Shout’ to 85258

Kirklees in Recovery

Kirklees in Recovery is an organisation open to anyone who is interested in all aspects of Recovery from a drink or drug problem. It is for individuals, friends and families, supporters, people who work in the field and organisations who wish to back and support our cause.

Stop SO

StopSO UK is the Specialist Treatment Organisation for Perpetrators and Survivors of Sexual Offending

We work with those at risk of turning thought into action

Relate

Whether it’s your relationship with a partner, a child, a family member or anyone else – we help everyone to build better relationships

SurvivorsUK

We are SurvivorsUK. We support male and non-binary survivors of sexual violence, providing counselling, practical help and community on your healing journey.

We’re also here for loved ones, professionals and survivors who think our service is the right fit for them.

Citizens advice (Kirklees)

Kirklees Citizens Advice & Law Centre offers assistance to members of the public via our telephone adviceline, our web enquiry form and through our contact centres in Dewsbury – you can see our number, enquiry form and opening times on our Contact Us page. Everyone has the opportunity to access information to help them to resolve their issue.

Staff and volunteers are available to help and guide people through their options. If more advice is needed then a range of options are available including a face to face appointment with an adviser, a telephone call back or a referral to another service.

Mind

Our support line is a safe space for you to talk about your mental health. Our advisors are trained to listen to your story and help you to find specialist support if you need it.

Kirklees Adult Social Care and Health

We all go through tough times. Knowing where to get support or how to help someone get support can depend on how things are affecting you or those you are supporting. There are a number of different options available in Kirklees

GamCare & Gamble Aware

Whether you are looking for support for yourself, a friend or a family member, GamCare can help.

GamCare is part of the National Gambling Support Network.

The National Gambling Support Network is a network of organisations working together to provide confidential treatment and support for anyone experiencing gambling-related harms, free to access across England, Scotland and Wales.

Drug and Alcohol Service – Kirklees

We’re here for you if you need help with challenges including drugs or alcohol, trouble with housing, domestic abuse, or your mental and physical wellbeing. Our services are free and confidential. Our approach and how we help people make positive changes in their lives.

Narcotics Anonymous in the United Kingdom

We are Narcotics Anonymous in the United Kingdom & Channel Islands. If you have a problem with drugs, we are recovering drug addicts who can help you get and stay clean.

Women’s Centre

In Kirklees, WomenCentre provides support for any woman who is experiencing difficulties with her mental health

Anxiety UK

We offer an extensive range of support services designed to help control anxiety rather than letting it control you.

Refugee Council

The Refugee Council is a leading charity working with refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK. Founded in 1951 following the creation of the UN Refugee Convention, we exist to support and empower people who have fled conflict, violence and persecution in order to rebuild their lives here in the UK.

Switchboard

Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s sexual health, relationships or just the way you’re feeling. This is your space – to explore, talk and be truly heard.

Papyrus

PAPYRUS Prevention of young suicide is the UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people. This service is for young people under the age of 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide or anyone concerned that a young person could be thinking about suicide.

SANEline

SANEline is a national out-of-hours mental health helpline offering specialist emotional support, guidance and information to anyone affected by mental illness, including family, friends and carers. We are normally open every day of the year from 4pm to 10pm

Sexual Abuse and Rape Kirklees

Since 1989 we have provided support to survivors of rape and sexual violence
We are here to listen, believe you and can offer support and advice without judgement to survivors and their loved ones, as well as signposting and referring to other services.

Alcoholics Anonymous

At AA, alcoholics help each other. We will support you. You are not alone. Together, we find strength and hope. You are one step away.

Andy’s Man Club

ANDYSMANCLUB are a men’s suicide prevention charity, offering free-to-attend peer-to-peer support groups across the United Kingdom and online. We want to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and help men through the power of conversation.

Kirklees Talking Therapies (IAPT)

Life changing events like losing a job, an accident, the loss of a loved one, a traumatic incident or even just moving house can lead to feelings that can be hard to cope with. Sometimes, there may be no event that has triggered how we are feeling…

You do not need to try and cope on your own. If you live in Kirklees and are over the age of 17, our service can help

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)

WE’RE CALM, AND WE’RE A SUICIDE PREVENTION CHARITY.

We’re here to help you find the support you need.
We’re here for everyone who’s struggling and to provide life-saving support for anyone affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts.

Shelter

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Join us in ending the devastating impact the housing emergency has on people and our communities.

The Silver Line

The Silver Line Helpline run by Age UK is a free, confidential telephone service for older people. We provide friendship, conversation and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.