Mental Haggis Clan Resources | Useful Phone Numbers (Scotland)

Your mental health and safety matter to us. We've gathered a list of essential support services and helplines available across Scotland, so you can easily access help whenever you need it. These numbers can provide assistance in times of crisis, mental health struggles, or other difficult situations.

Emergency & Crisis Support Numbers

Emergency Services (Scotland)
- Emergency: 999  
 *For police, ambulance, fire services, or any urgent help.*

- Non-Emergency Police (Scotland): 101  
 *For non-emergencies, to report a crime, or to speak to local police.*

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Mental Health Support

• Combat Stress: https://www.combatstress.org.uk
• Help for Heroes: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk
• Veterans' Gateway: https://www.veteransgateway.org.uk
• SSAFA (The Armed Forces Charity): https://www.ssafa.org.uk

Breathing Space
- Phone: 0800 83 85 87  
 *Available: Monday–Thursday 6pm–2am, Friday 6pm–Monday 6am*  
 *A free, confidential phone service for anyone in Scotland feeling low, anxious, or depressed.*

Samaritans Scotland
- Phone: 116 123  
 *Available 24/7*  
 *A free and confidential service for those in emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or who need someone to listen.*

NHS 24 Mental Health Hub
- Phone: 111 (Press 2 for Mental Health Support)  
 *Available 24/7*  
 *Call for urgent mental health support or advice in Scotland.*

Shout Scotland (Crisis Text Line)
- **Text**: "SHOUT" to 85258  
 *Free, confidential, 24/7 support via text for anyone in a mental health crisis.*

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Domestic Abuse & Violence Support

Scottish Domestic Abuse Helpline
- Phone: 0800 027 1234  
 *Available 24/7*  
 *Confidential support and advice for those experiencing domestic abuse.*

Rape Crisis Scotland
- **Phone**: 08088 01 03 02  
 *Available daily: 5pm–12am*  
 *Support for anyone affected by sexual violence, past or present.*

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LGBTQ+ Support

LGBT Helpline Scotland
- **Phone**: 0300 123 2523  
 *Tuesday & Wednesday: 12pm–9pm, Thursday & Sunday: 1pm–6pm*  
 *Support for LGBTQ+ individuals in Scotland regarding sexual orientation, gender identity, and mental health.*

Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline
- **Phone**: 0300 330 0630  
 *Available daily: 10am–10pm*  
 *Confidential support for LGBTQ+ individuals via phone, email, or instant messaging.*

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Support for Young People

Childline Scotland
- Phone: 0800 1111  
 *Available 24/7*  
 *Free and confidential support for children and young people up to age 19.*

YoungMinds Crisis Messenger
- **Text**: "YM" to 85258  
 *Free, 24/7 text support for young people experiencing a mental health crisis.*

The Mix
- **Phone**: 0808 808 4994  
 *Available daily: 4pm–11pm*  
 *Confidential support for young people under 25, covering a wide range of issues.*

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Substance Abuse & Addiction Support

Alcoholics Anonymous Scotland
- **Phone**: 0800 9177 650  
 *Available 24/7*  
 *Support for anyone struggling with alcohol addiction.*

Narcotics Anonymous UK
- **Phone**: 0300 999 1212  
 *Available 24/7*  
 *Support for people with drug addiction or dependency issues.*

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Bereavement & Grief Support

Cruse Scotland Bereavement Care
- **Phone**: 0808 802 6161  
 *Monday–Thursday: 9am–8pm, Friday: 9am–4pm*  
 *Free, confidential support for anyone struggling with grief and loss.*

The Compassionate Friends (For Bereaved Parents)
- Phone: 0345 123 2304  
 *Daily: 10am–4pm, 7pm–10pm*  
 *Support for parents who have lost a child, at any age and from any cause.*

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General Wellbeing Support

The Silver Line Scotland (For Older People)
- Phone: 0800 4 70 80 90  
 *Available 24/7*  
 *A free helpline offering friendship, advice, and support to older people.*

Clear Your Head
- **Website**: [www.clearyourhead.scot](http://www.clearyourhead.scot)  
 *A Scottish Government initiative providing mental health tips, resources, and support for managing stress.*

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Useful Mental Health Websites

• Combat Stress: https://www.combatstress.org.uk
• Help for Heroes: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk
• Veterans' Gateway: https://www.veteransgateway.org.uk
• SSAFA (The Armed Forces Charity): https://www.ssafa.org.uk

Mind
https://www.mind.org.uk
Mind is one of the UK’s leading mental health charities, offering resources on mental health conditions and how to get help.

Samaritans
https://www.samaritans.org
Samaritans provide emotional support to anyone in distress or at risk of suicide through their 24/7 helpline.

Mental Health Foundation
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk
Offers a wide range of information about mental health, well-being strategies, and maintaining mental wellness.

Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH)
https://www.samh.org.uk
Scotland's leading mental health charity, offering services and campaigns to improve mental health.

YoungMinds
https://www.youngminds.org.uk
A focus on children and young people’s mental health, providing advice and support for both young people and parents.

Breathing Space Scotland
https://breathingspace.scot
A free, confidential phone and web chat service for people in Scotland experiencing low mood, depression, or anxiety.

Shout 85258
https://giveusashout.org
A free 24/7 UK text service for anyone in crisis, offering immediate support via text.

Togetherall
https://togetherall.com
An online community offering anonymous mental health support, monitored by professionals.

NHS Inform - Scotland
https://www.nhsinform.scot
Provides information on mental health conditions, treatments, and services available in Scotland.

Big White Wall (Togetherall)
https://togetherall.com
An online mental health service providing peer support through a monitored platform.

Action on Depression
https://www.actionondepression.org
This Scottish charity provides resources and support for those experiencing depression.

See Me Scotland
https://www.seemescotland.org
Scotland's national program to end mental health stigma and discrimination, offering tools for tackling stigma.

The Mix
https://www.themix.org.uk
Support for under-25s on a variety of issues, including mental health, offering phone, text, and web support.

MoodCafe (NHS Fife)
http://www.moodcafe.co.uk
A resource providing support for anxiety, depression, and mental well-being in Scotland.

Rethink Mental Illness
https://www.rethink.org
Offers advice and information on a wide range of mental health conditions, supporting those living with mental illness.