Crisis Support

You’re not alone.

Whatever you’re going through, people in Gloucester and Gloucestershire want to help. You deserve care, compassion, and a way forward. Reach out. Any of these services is ready to listen and support you.

If you’re in immediate danger or thinking about harming yourself, please call 999 or go to your nearest emergency department right away.

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Mental Health Crisis — 24/7 Support

  • Gloucestershire Crisis Team (for ages 11+)0800 169 0398Available 24/7. When prompted, choose Option 2 for Gloucester & Forest. Alternatively, call 111 and select Option 2 for mental health support through NHS 111.
  • Samaritans116 123Free, 24/7 emotional support for anyone struggling.
  • CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)0800 58 58 58For anyone feeling suicidal or in crisis (daily, 5pm–midnight).
  • Shout (Crisis Text Line UK)Text SHOUT to 85258: free, 24/7 text-based support.
  • PAPYRUS HOPELINE247 (for under-35s)0800 068 4141Or text 07860039967: support for suicidal thoughts.

Domestic & Sexual Abuse Support

  • Gloucestershire Domestic Abuse Support Service (GDASS)01452 726 570Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm.
  • 24hr National Domestic Violence Helpline0808 2000 24724 hours.
  • Gloucestershire Domestic Abuse Healing & Empowerment Service0300 222 5735Monday 11–2, Tues/Thurs 4:30–8 pm. Text: 07860 022 932.
  • Gloucestershire Rape & Sexual Abuse Centre (GRASAC)01452 305 421Free, confidential support for sexual violence survivors aged 13+.
  • Hope House SARC (Sexual Assault Referral Centre)01452 754 390For medical care, advice & forensic support.

Other Local Support Services

  • Rethink Mental Illness (Gloucestershire)07570 343 767Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm. Peer support, link-work, advice, & navigation for serious mental illness.
  • Sunflowers Suicide Support (Bereavement)01453 826 990Support if you’ve been affected by suicide.
  • Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)01452 527 202Help with debt, housing, benefits, and practical issues.