Mental health support contacts and resources

Phone 116 123, at any time, to speak free of charge with Samaritans if you are experiencing a mental health crisis.

Phone 111, at any time, and select the mental health option.

Phone 999, at any time, if your life is in immediate danger.

If you need help in an emergency, go to your nearest hospital urgent treatment centre or accident and
emergency (A&E) department. There are mental health liaison teams in all the A&E departments in West Sussex.

Togetherall is an online space where you can talk freely, without giving your name. Trained professionals are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through its website at togetherall.com.

Download the free Hub of Hope app on your smartphone. Enter your postcode on the app for details of all available mental health support services in your local area.

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS mental health services in West Sussex. For more information, visit the NHS Sussex Partnership website.

Mind provides free representation by the Independent Mental Health Advocacy Service (IMHA). The IMHA are independent of mental health services and can speak on your behalf. Phone 01273 666950.  For information about other advocacy services in West Sussex, ask your health or social care worker.

PAPYRUS runs a confidential support and advice service – HOPELINE247 – for children and young people under the age of 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide. Phone 0800 068 4141 or text 88247. For more information, visit papyrus-uk.org.

Your GP practice may offer help through talking therapies or by prescribing medication.

For more information about care and support services in West Sussex, visit West Sussex Connect to Support.