Self Help

General information

The Sanctuary is a mental health crisis service provided by Self Help.

Operating outside of usual office hours (8pm – 6am), The Sanctuary provides a safe place where people can go when they are experiencing suicidal thoughts, panic attacks, depression or low mood.

The overnight service is supported by a 24-hour crisis line.

The Sanctuary provides an important alternative to people who in the past have gone to A&E when in crisis.

It provides a non-accommodation based emergency support at the point of need.

This page is for information only. If you are in need of support please call us on 0300 003 7029. 24 hours a day.

This page is a place to find out about the latest mental health support and services available.

We strongly encourage you to speak with your doctor, therapist, or healthcare provider before making any changes in your treatment or implementing any new treatments.

NOTE –

This page is for the exchange on non-urgent information and messages are no monitored outside of office hours (9am - 5pm). If you are in need of support please call us on 0300 003 7029. 24 hours a day, your GP, your local Accident & Emergency Department or call 999 for immediate assistance. You may also wish to call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90, or NHS 111 by dialling “111”.

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