07544 319350
Additional Support
Emergency Contacts for Mental Health Crisis
Emergency Department - if you are experiencing suicidal thoughts and feel you may be at risk of acting on those feelings by hurting or harming yourself OR you have inflicted harm to yourself, seek medical attention at your nearest hospital or dial 999.
Emergency GP appointment or Urgent Care Centre/Minor Injuries Unit - if you require urgent support but your immediate safety is not at risk. If you have hurt yourself and need medical attention OR dial 111.
Local Support Services
Connection 24/7 Helpline – 0800 652 0190
This is a 24-hour helpline for people experiencing mental health problems in need of support.
The Community Front Rooms (based in Shaftesbury, Bridport and Dorchester)
Community Front Rooms :: Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
CFRs are open Thursday - Friday 14:15 - 21:4 offering face-to-face and virtual drop-in for anyone struggling to cope with their mental
health issues.
The Retreat (based in Weymouth and Bournemouth)
The Retreat :: Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
The Retreat in Bournemouth is open between 16:30 - 23:30 every day and Friday to Tuesday in Weymouth offering face-to-face support to anyone struggling to cope with life approaching or at crisis point.
Steps2Wellbeing Dorset NHS Talking Therapies
Self-Referral for Free NHS funded talking therapies for people experiencing common mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
Reach (Waythrough)- 0800 043 4656
Reach are specialists in mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas providing non-judgemental, confidential support to those in need.
LiveWell Dorset - 0800 840 1628
Free support and coaching service on general lifestyle improvements including fitness aimed at all levels, weight loss, smoking cessation and reduction in alcohol intake.
PARAGON - 0800 032 5204
Specialist support for those affected by Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence and Stalking.
STARS Dorset - 01202 308840
Professional, confidential support for anyone who has a Dorset postcode and has experienced any form of sexual violence.
Cruse Bereavement Service Dorset - 01305 548484
Support in your area - Cruse Bereavement Support
Specialist support service for those affected by bereavement and loss.
Dorset Open Door - 01305 361361
Bereavement support :: Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
This service supports people who have been bereaved or affected by a death where the cause may be suicide, or be particularly traumatic or sudden.
Dorset Mind- Mental Health Support Charity
Support provision, resources and counselling for general mental health issues.
Age UK - 01305 269 444
Age UK North South and West Dorset
General support services, advice and activities for people over 65.
Help and Kindness
Cancer Support Services in and around Dorset
There are many cancer support agencies, charities and support groups in the region. This website provides an overview of services available in your area.
Dorset Pain Management Service - 01305 363019
Dorset Pain Management Service
This is a valuable resource for those affected by chronic pain with access to online support, self-referral for expert assessment and advice and support group details.
Helplines
The Samaritans -116 123 free phone
24-hour telephone service offering specialist emotional support, guidance and information to anyone affected by mental illness, including family, friends and carers.
Papyrus UK - 0300 102 2470 or text HOPE to 88247
24-hour helpline for people age 35 or under feeling frightened or having suicidal thoughts.
BEAT - 0808 801 0677
Helpline for those seeking advice and support for eating disorders.
FRANK - 0300 1236600
Helpline for those seeking advice and support for issues related to illegal drug use.
Silverline (run by Age UK) - 0800 470 8090
This is a free, confidential telephone service for older people. Providing friendship, conversation and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.