Christmas is a strange time of year. For many it brings a time of laughter, love and family reunions. For others it can be a stressful time filled with overspending, rushing around every spare minute to find the right gift or table display or a realisation of being alone.
At Woodland Support we love Christmas, we make sure that our team take time away from supporting others to be present at home or with family but we see the struggles of those we support too.
If you find this time of year difficult then please reach out.
24/7 Support and Helplines (Available on Christmas Day)
Samaritans: Open 24/7, 365 days a year for anyone who needs to talk, free of charge on 116 123.
Shout: A 24/7 crisis text service for immediate support. Text “SHOUT” to 85258.
NHS 111: Offers urgent mental health support. In England and Wales, dial 111 and select option 2.
The Silver Line: Provides support, friendship, and advice for those aged over 55. Open 24/7 on 0800 4 70 80 90.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): Helpline and webchat available 5 pm–midnight, 365 days a year on 0800 58 58 58.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline: Free, 24-hour support for women, available at 0808 2000 247.
Combat Stress: 24/7 helpline for veterans with mental health problems: 0800 138 1619
