Support during the holidays

Mess Up The Mess will be closed from the 20th Dec until the 6th Jan 2025.

We know that Christmas time can be a difficult time for some and you can feel that there is no-where to turn for support as everywhere is closed. Here are a few places you can ring, text and message over Christmas period.

If you do need any additional support please contact any of the following organisations, they are always there to help and listen no matter how big or small.

Places for Support and Advice

ChildLine – comforts, advises & protects children 24 hrs a day

0800 1111     Online counselling: https://www.childline.org.uk/get-support/1-2-1-counsellor-chat/

 The Mix – essential support for under 25’s

www.themix.org.uk

0808 808 4994

Sun to Thu at 8 – 9.30pm

Chat – www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team

Samaritans – We offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal.

Call us for free: 116 123 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

HOPELineUKis a confidential support and advice service for: Young people under the age of 35 who may be having thoughts of suicide or anyone concerned a young person may be having thoughts of suicide.

Call: 0800 068 41 41

Text: 07786209697

Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org

If you are having thoughts of suicide or are concerned for a young person who might be you can contact HOPELINEUK for confidential support and practical advice.

Opening hours:

Line are open 24 hours every day of the year (Weekends and Bank Holidays included)

Emergency Services

If you feel that you want to end your life, please seek immediate help from the emergency services on 999 or think someone or your own life is at risk phone 999 or 101 to speak to emergency services for support