Get 24/7 support whenever you need it
- Call Samaritans on 116 123
- Text Shout on 85258
- Call Papyrus HopelineUK on 0800 068 4141
- Hub of Hope
- Stay Alive App
- In an emergency call 999
The Military Community
If you’re part of the military community, ex-military or a military family, there’s dedicated help and support available for you.
Are you feeling suicidal?
If you’re struggling with thoughts of suicide, don’t suffer alone. There is help available and it’s really important that you tell someone how you are feeling.
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Op COURAGE
Mental health and wellbeing service for veterans, provided by people who understand military life.
Cruse Bereavement Care - Military
A dedicated programme for military families who have lost someone who served in the Armed Forces.
Combat Stress
Specialist treatment and support for veterans. The 24-hour confidential helpline is there for veterans and their families.
Togetherall
An anonymous online community with trained professionals, available 24/7. It is free for members of the Armed Forces, veterans and military families and for people living in Stockport.
Broughton House Armed Forces Support Hub
Advice and support, including crisis help, for former members of the Armed Forces and their families.
SSAFA Forcesline
Confidential helpline and email service for those who are serving or have served in the military and their families.
Royal Air Forces Association
A charity that supports the RAF and their families. Also offer free online mental wellbeing training for non-serving members of the RAF family.
Walking with the Wounded
One to one private therapy for ex-service personnel through its Head Start programme. It also provides advice and support around a wide variety of issues, such as, employment, criminal justice and family. If you’re struggling, text Contact to 85258 any time, any day.
Veterans UK
The MOD’s dedicated veterans support organisation for veterans or anyone supporting a veteran, and their families. The Veterans Welfare Service is part of this and offers help and guidance either by telephone or face to face.
Wigan Borough Armed Forces Community HQ
A one-stop centre providing advice and guidance for Armed Forces serving personnel, veterans and their families across Greater Manchester, Lancashire and the North West.
Forward Assist
Support, advice, guidance and advocacy for military veterans who are struggling to adjust to civilian life
Mode Rehabilitation
Providing psychological support to veterans and the general public. Specialising in addictions and complex mental health problems. Organised local meeting groups.
British Army: It's ok to not be ok. Ask for help.
Shining a light on suicide
The website has been commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester. The aim of the Shining a Light on Suicide campaign is to prevent suicide and provide support information for those bereaved by suicide and those dealing with suicidal thoughts.
