HERE are the numbers to call if you or someone you know needs mental health and suicide prevention support.

Christmas and New Year are not always happy periods of time for everybody, we know for some these days are difficult.

But you are not alone, if you need support, reach out to one of these numbers below.

  • Mersey Care - 24 hour Mental Health Crisis Line - 0800 051 1508
  • Samaritans - available, day or night, 365 days of the year. Call for free on 116 123.
  • CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - 0800 585858
  • Combat Stress – aimed at armed forces veterans who need support - 0800 1381 619
  • The Compassionate Friends - Provides support to bereaved families after the death of a child - 0345 1232304
  • LGBT Foundation - 0345 3303030
  • Men's Advice Line - Confidential advice and support for men who have experienced domestic violence and abuse by a current or ex-partner or family member - 0808 801 0327
  • National Domestic Abuse Helpline - 0808 2000247
  • Shout - Confidential 24/7 text service offering support if you're in crisis and need immediate help - 85258 (text SHOUT)
  • Stand Alone - Charity supporting adults who are estranged (not in contact) from their family - standalone.org.uk
  • REACH - it's a free, confidential, 24/7 text message support service for anyone struggling to cope – text 85258