Get Help
EMERGENCY
SUPORT
CALL : 111 (OPTION 2)
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, or have concerns about someone’s mental wellbeing can now access mental health care, advice and guidance 24/7
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The First Response Service (FRS) puts you and your mental health first, providing a service seven days a week, 365 days a year. The service is an urgent mental health service for people with mental health and learning disability needs
What happens when I call?
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The phone will be answered by a mental health practitioner who will listen to your concerns and help you get what you need.
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They can offer advice over the phone, or refer or give you information about other services which may help such as The Moorings (a support service run by Mental Health Matters - a mental health charity or put you in contact with other health services).
Who can call?
If you aren't able to make the call yourself then anyone can call on your behalf, for example a friend, carer, loved one, or your GP. The service is available to anyone aged 18 and above in a mental health crisis currently living in Devon (excluding Plymouth).
The following could be reasons to call the FRS:
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Changes to your mood
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Withdrawing from people (close family, friends or work colleagues)
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Not taking care of yourself like you usually would
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Having increased thoughts about your life not being worth living
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Excessive worry
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Feeling out of control or unable to cope
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Feeling anxious about leaving the house
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Hearing voices or seeing things that others can’t
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Thinking about harming yourself
By calling the FRS on 0808 196 8708 we can work together to get the right help.
TALKWORKS (NHS)
TALKWORKS are here to help you feel better about life, and to help you feel like yourself again. Their service is for people aged 18+. Whether you’re dealing with an overwhelming life event, feeling like you’re stuck in a rut that you can’t get out of, having sleepless nights or living with a long term health condition that leaves you struggling to cope, They are here to help.
