What if you need some help
Help is available...
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Scroll down for a list of the organisations that can offer you support and read on.
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You are not alone
Every workplace in Britain is affected by mental distress and ill health in the workforce. One person in six will be experiencing symptoms of stress, or anxiety or depression at any one time. It is a normal feature of the workplace and could be affecting you or one of your workmates.
Most people with mental health problems are as likely to be in employment and working as anyone else, often their struggles are undiagnosed and untreated.
The UK Health & Safety at Work Act (HSWA) is the legislation that covers health at work. HSWA recognises that work-related issues can cause anxiety and depression and the impact of work-related stress and how it can cause or aggravate health issues. Employers have a legal duty to assess the risks to its employees from work-related stress.
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Whistle-blowing
You can report a Health & Safety issue online direct to the Health & Safety Executive.
Able Futures
If you are an apprentice or about to start work, Able Futures can help you manage your mental health at work including potentially advice and guidance from a mental health specialist who can help you learn coping mechanisms, build resilience, access therapy or work with your employer to make adjustments to help your mental health at work.
You can apply online or call Able Futures free on 0800 321 3137 from 8am to 10.30pm, Monday to Friday. https://able-futures.co.uk/individuals
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
If you need help with a drinking problem AA provide a free national helpline or contact them by email or online using their chat box.
0800 9177650
Andy’s Mens Club
ANDYSMANCLUB are a men’s suicide prevention charity, offering free-to-attend peer-to-peer support groups across the United Kingdom and online.
C.A.L.L. Helpline (Wales only)
Offers emotional support and information/literature on Mental Health and related matters to the people of Wales. Anyone concerned about their own mental health or that of a relative or friend can access the service. C.A.L.L. Helpline offers a confidential listening and support service.
Information online https://www.callhelpline.org.uk
0800 132 737
Or text help to 81066
Construction Industry Helpline
The Construction Industry Helpline provides a 24/7 safety net for all construction workers and their families in the UK and Ireland. It is a charitable service funded by the industry, for the industry and provides;​
Emergency financial aid to construction families in crisis
Advice on occupational health and mental wellbeing
Support on legal, tax and debt management matters
The helpline is funded by The Lighthouse Club which has been delivering charitable welfare and support to the construction community since 1956, who in turn are funded by and supported by the businesses and people in our industry and our network of 21 regional volunteer clubs.
UK 0345 605 1956
ROI 1800 939 122
Mens Sheds
Men’s Sheds are kitted out community spaces where men can enjoy practical hobbies. They’re about making friends, learning and sharing skills. Many guys come just for the tea and banter, everyone’s welcome.
Mind
Mind offers information and support, understanding that ‘when you’re living with a mental health problem, or supporting someone who is, access to the right information is vital.’
This includes ‘Crisis Resources’ and their Infoline: 0300 123 3393 or email: info@mind.org.uk
The Mix
A free support service for people under 25, The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. We are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs. Talk to us via our online community, on social, through our free, confidential helpline or our counselling service.
Call 0808 808 4994 or email help@themix.org.uk
Rethink Mental Illness
Provides online advice and information and access to mental health services, local peer support groups and peer support online.
A leading youth suicide prevention charity in the UK. Their helpline, HOPELINE247, is staffed by trained suicide prevention advisers, who work with young people – and anybody concerned for a young person – to help keep them safe from suicide. HOPELINE247 is a free and confidential call, text and email service, which is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year (weekends and bank holidays included).
Phone 0800 068 4141 or text 07860 039967
Samaritans
Samaritans is a registered charity aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope or at risk of suicide throughout the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, often through its telephone helpline.
24 hours a day, 365 days a year phone 116 123
Other resources and ways to contact the Samaritans at https://www.samaritans.org
SHOUT
For people feeling anxious, stressed, or in need of support, SHOUT provides trained volunteers there for you 24/7 to listen and support you to get to a calmer and safe place. Shout is a free, confidential, anonymous service for anyone in the UK. It won’t appear on your phone bill.
To start a conversation, text the word 'SHOUT' to 85258
How to register for a GP (doctor)
Anyone in England can register with a GP surgery. It's free to register. You do not need proof of address or immigration status, ID or an NHS number.
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/how-to-register-with-a-gp-surgery/
https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-gp
In Scotland :
https://www.mygov.scot/register-with-doctor/how-to-find-a-gp
In Wales:
https://111.wales.nhs.uk/localservices/gpfaq/
In Northern Ireland:
National Health Service (NHS) – drug use
If you need treatment for drug addiction, you're entitled to NHS care in the same way as anyone else who has a health problem. You can start by talking to your GP or if you're having trouble finding the right sort of help, call the Frank drugs helpline on 0300 123 6600.
