You Don't Have To Carry It Alone.

You Are Not Alone

If you're struggling right now, please know that you don't have to face it alone. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, and there are people who want to help.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, in emotional distress, or worried about someone else, support is available 24 hours a day.

If You Are In Immediate Danger

If you feel unable to keep yourself safe, or someone else's life is at immediate risk:

  • Call 999 immediately
  • Go to your nearest Accident & Emergency (A&E) department
  • Do not stay alone if you can avoid it—tell someone you trust and ask them to stay with you

Your safety comes first. Emergency services are there to help.

NHS Initial Response Service (IRS)

For urgent mental health support in Preston:

  • Call 0800 013 0708
  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • To reach a team of practitioners available 24/7 for assessments, advice, and crisis care.

Urgent Mental Health Support (England)

If you need urgent mental health support but your situation is not immediately life-threatening:

  • Call NHS 111
  • Select the Mental Health Option
  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • You'll speak with a trained mental health professional who can help you access the right support.

Someone to Talk To

Samaritans

If you're finding life difficult or need someone to listen:

Phone: 116 123 (Free, 24 hours a day)

Website:
https://www.samaritans.org

Whatever you're going through, you don't have to face it alone. Samaritans provide confidential, non-judgemental emotional support.

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)

For anyone struggling with life, particularly if you're feeling overwhelmed or in crisis.

Website:
https://www.thecalmzone.net

Suicide Helpline 0800 58 58 58 available every day.

PAPYRUS HOPELINE247 (Under 35)

If you are under 35 and experiencing thoughts that life isn't worth living:

  • Call: 0800 068 41 41
  • Text: 07786 209697

Available 24 hours a day, every day.

PEER TALK

Peer Support Groups are open to anyone (over 18) who lives with depression:

  • 2 meetings Every Thursday in Preston
  • Call/Text: 07719 562 627

    • Website:
    peertalk.org.uk

Cedar House Counselling

An opportunity to talk over difficulties and problems in a relaxed and friendly environment:

  • Chapel St. Preston Preston
  • Call:01772 880909 or 07923 166 295

    • Website:
    cedarhouse.co.uk

Childline (Under 19)

If you're under 19, Childline offers free, confidential support.

Phone:
0800 1111

Website:
https://www.childline.org.uk

If You're Supporting Someone Else

If someone you know is in emotional distress:

  • Listen without judgement.
  • Take what they're saying seriously.
  • Encourage them to seek professional help.
  • Stay with them if they are at immediate risk.
  • Call 999 if you believe they cannot keep themselves safe.

You don't have to solve everything—you just need to help them connect with support.

Looking After Yourself

Even if you're not in crisis, it's okay to ask for help.

Small steps can make a difference:

  • Talk to someone you trust.
  • Contact your GP.
  • Keep a regular routine where possible.
  • Spend time outdoors.
  • Stay connected with supportive people.
  • Be kind to yourself.

Recovery isn't always a straight line, and every step forward matters.

Happy Daze Community

At Happy Daze, we believe that everyone deserves compassion, understanding, and hope.

Our community is here to encourage wellbeing, connection, and recovery—but Happy Daze is not an emergency or crisis service.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please use the emergency services and specialist organisations listed above.

Remember:

You matter.

Your life has value.

Help is available, and things can get better.