SUPPORT SERVICES
Useful information about organisations offering further support
NHS 111 WALES PRESS 2
For urgent mental health support call NHS 111 and press OPTION 2
The service is available for people of all ages, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in all areas of Wales to ensure those in need of support can access it quickly when they need it most.
If you need to talk to someone urgently about your mental health, or you’re concerned about a family member, call NHS 111 and select option 2 to be placed in direct contact with a mental health worker in your area.
The number is free to call from a landline or mobile, even if you have no credit left.
The service is available 24/7, 365 days a year.
SAMARITANS
A totally confidential, twenty-four hour support service for anyone experiencing emotional
distress and/or suicidal thoughts.
24-hour national support line: 116 123
E-mail support: jo@samaritans.org
Llinell Gymorth Gymraeg / Welsh Language support line (variable hours): 0808 164 0123
www.samaritans.org/wales/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/welsh-language-phone-line
Website: www.samaritans.org
CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE
For anybody needing support after the death of a loved one.
Support line (09:00–17:30): 0808 808 1677
Website: www.cruse.org.uk
PAPYRUS
A service for young people who are thinking about suicide, or for anyone worried that a
young person may be contemplating suicide.
Support line (10:00–22:00 weekdays/14:00–22:00 weekends): 0800 068 41 41
Text support: 07786 209697
E-mail: pat@papyrus-uk.org
Website: www.papyrus-uk.org
CHILDLINE
National helpline for anybody under the age of 19, offering advice and support on a range of issues including self-harm and suicidal thoughts.
Support line (24hr): 0800 11 11
E-mail: Available via registration on the website
Website: www.childline.org.uk
YOUNG MINDS
Charity dedicated to improving mental health of children and young people.
Website: https://youngminds.org.uk
MIND CYMRU
Welsh arm of the national mental health charity that provides information and support on
mental health and related issues (including self-harm).
Information line: 0300 123 3393
E-mail: info@mind.org.uk
Website: www.mind.org.uk/about-us/mind-cymru
MEIC
Confidential, anonymous helpline offering support and advocacy for people aged up to 25 living in Wales.
Support line (0800-0000): 0808 80 23456
Text support: 84001
Website: www.meiccymru.org
Contact Us
Address
Elim Hall
Newbridge Road
Pontllanfraith
Blackwood
NP12 2LB
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Contact
Lyn Rees-Williams
Tel: 07990 760358
Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Monday Evening Craft Club (every week except bank holidays) with FREE refreshments.
Saturday
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Third Saturday of every month we present a guest speaker (subjects vary) alongisde a light lunch.