Your mental wellbeing
Looking after your mental health is just as important as looking after your physical health. This page brings together support and advice from trusted organisations, for anyone who is struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or in need of urgent help.
Apps to help
They are the UK’s largest mental health support directory. Whether you want to find a service to help you feel better or you want to support someone who is struggling, they can help.
A community of positivity and self care that encourages you to create more happiness for yourself and spread it to others. Receiving simple, daily action ideas which help support mental well-being.
Dare, the evidence-based training program to help people overcome anxiety, panic attacks, worry and insomnia, based on the bestselling DARE technique by Barry McDonagh (BA, Dip Psych).
If you suffer from anxiety or panic attacks, the Dare anxiety app will teach you effective, evidence-based approaches to get you back to living life to the fullest.
For those at risk of suicide and people worried about someone who may be affected.
This app is packed full of suicide prevention resources, tools and useful information to help keep you and anyone you may know safe in a crisis.
Ivy helps you cut out processed foods by scanning barcodes to instantly reveal whether your food choices are processed or not. Gain valuable insights into the quality of your food and make informed decisions with ease.
Other useful links
Mind is a mental health charity providing information, advice and direct support to anyone who is experiencing mental health problems.
From focusing on
- Support and advice
- Community services
- Campaigning
- Raising awareness
A free 24/7 service for urgent but not life threatening emergency medical needs. To be used when you need fast advice, unsure where to go or, need care when your GP is closed.
In any life threatening situations please call 999.
Samaritans is a charity dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and preventing suicide by providing 24/7 confidential emotional support to anyone struggling to cope, distressed, or experiencing suicidal thoughts. They offer a free, non-judgmental listening service via phone, email, and in-person
Local support
Mental health cafe information
The Neighbourhood Mental Health Cafés are part of Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust’s local support for people who need immediate help with their mental health. The cafes are drop in centres for anyone to come and talk to us about their mental health – no appointment needed. They have supportive, trained staff who can listen and provide the practical support you need.
They are a local, independent mental health charity within the Mind network. They focus on improving the mental health and wellbeing of people from across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
They provide a range of support and services designed to help anyone experiencing poor mental health to live a happy and fulfilling life.
Important note
This page is for information only and does not replace professional medical advice. If you are in crisis or feel unsafe, please call 999 to seek urgent help.