If you need help for a mental health crisis or emergency, you should get immediate expert advice and assessment. It’s important to know that support services are available for you to access, whatever you’re going through.
Get advice from 111 option 2 or ask for an urgent GP appointment if:
- you need urgent help for your mental health
Get help from 111 online or call 111 and select the mental health option. Check your mental health symptoms – NHS 111
Looking for information about local mental health services that can support you?
If you are struggling with your mental health, please contact your GP for advice, support and referral to services. Alternatively you can contact and self refer to the services below:
The Initial Response Services (IRS) is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 0800 013 0707. It is staffed by trained mental health professionals who are able to provide assessment and referrals to appropriate services – If you feel you are unsafe, distressed or worried about your mental health you can call them for help and support.
NHS Talking Therapies
Talking Therapies can help with a variety of problems. Some of the most common mental health problems we work with are panic disorder, depression, postnatal depression, generalised anxiety disorder, chronic worry, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), health anxiety and social anxiety.
For some problems there is more than one choice available, for some there is only one talking therapy option that is recommended to be effective. A practitioner will discuss the best options available for you during your initial telephone assessment.
You are able to self-refer to the service on the website.
Telephone: 01254 226037
Main office address: Daisyfield Centre, Appleby Street, Blackburn BB1 3BL
Rugby League Cares Men’s Mental Health Fitness
You don’t need to be a rugby league fan or even a sports fan to take part and benefit from the programme. They are giving men genuine real-life examples that they can relate to and learn from. The programme involves 6 x 1 hour sessions over 6 weeks, looking at a different topic each week. The sessions will equip you with tip and tools to build your own mental fitness and a better mindset as well as support others around you who may be struggling.
Visit their website via – RLCares | Blackburn with Darwen
Hub of Hope
The Hub of Hope 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 and find a service in your area nationwide.
Healthier Lancashire & South Cumbria
Health organisations have worked together to put a service directory of Mental Health Support Services across Lancashire and South Cumbria.
The Silver Line
Provides a free confidential helpline providing information, friendship and advice to older people.
Open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Need help? Call ANYTIME on: 0800 4 70 80 90
Independent Age
Provides a free confidential helpline for older people. It provides help, support and advice on a range of topics affecting older people, including mental health. Call their helpline on 0800 319 6789
Lancashire Mind
Mind is a leading mental health service that provides information, advice, and practical support to people experiencing mental health problems. It offers a wide range of services, including helplines, local support groups, advocacy, and wellbeing programmes, helping individuals understand their mental health and access the help they need. Mind also works to reduce stigma, influence public policy, and promote better mental health services, ensuring that people are treated with dignity, respect, and understanding.
Visit their website via – Home – Lancashire Mind