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You’re not alone. Get Help and Support for Your Mental Wellbeing.

At The Good News Post, we believe in spreading hope, positivity, and support—but we also know that sometimes, you need more than good news. If you’re struggling with your mental health, you’re not alone, and help is available right now.

This page is a Guidepost to connect you with trusted mental health support services. If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to one of the organisations below.

🚨 Immediate Help & Crisis Support

If you’re in distress or need urgent help, contact:

📞 Samaritans (24/7) Call: 116 123 (Free)

Email: jo@samaritans.org

Website: www.samaritans.org

📞 Mind – Mental Health Support

Infoline: 0300 123 3393 (Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm)

Text: 86463

Email: info@mind.org.uk

Website: www.mind.org.uk

📞 Shout (24/7 Text Support)

Text: ‘SHOUT’ to 85258

Website: www.giveusashout.org

📞 NHS Mental Health Helpline

Call: 111 (for non-emergency mental health advice)

Website: www.nhs.uk/mental-health

📞 CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably - for men’s mental health)

Call: 0800 58 58 58 (5pm – Midnight)

Website: www.thecalmzone.net

🛠️ Support for Men in Construction & Trades

If you work in construction, trades, or a male-dominated industry, support is available:

📞 Talk Club (Men’s Mental Fitness Community)

Website: www.wetalkclub.com

Email: hello@wetalkclub.com

📞 Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity (24/7 Support for Construction Workers)

Helpline: 0345 605 1956

Text: ‘HARDHAT’ to 85258

Website: www.lighthouseclub.org

💛 Support for Young People

If you’re a young person struggling with mental health, reach out to:

📞 YoungMinds (Mental Health Support for Young People & Parents)

Text: ‘YM’ to 85258 (24/7)

Parents Helpline: 0808 802 5544 (Mon-Fri, 9:30am-4pm)

Website: www.youngminds.org.uk

📞 Papyrus (Suicide Prevention for Under 35s)

Call: 0800 068 4141 (9am-12am)

Text: 07860 039967

Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org

Website: www.papyrus-uk.org

💙 Support for Veterans & Emergency Workers

For those who have served in the military or emergency services:

📞 Combat Stress (Support for Veterans)

Helpline: 0800 138 1619

Website: www.combatstress.org.uk

📞 The Fire Fighters Charity

Call: 0800 389 8820

Website: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk

📞 Police Care UK

Website: www.policecare.org.uk

🧠 Self-Help & Online Resources

If you’re looking for self-help tools, therapy resources, or community support, check out:

Every Mind Matters (NHS Mental Wellbeing Guides) – Click here

Headspace (Meditation & Mindfulness App) – Click here

Happify (Positive Psychology & Stress Management App) – Click here

Togetherall (24/7 Online Mental Health Community) – Click here

🌟 You’re Not Alone – Reach Out Today

Your mental health matters. If you’re struggling, please talk to someone—whether it’s a friend, a family member, or one of the organisations above. There is always a way forward, and you deserve support.

💬 Know someone who might need this? Share this page with them.

📢 Want to help? Spread awareness and let others know that help is out there.

Stay strong, stay connected, and never be afraid to ask for help. 💙