Support Services
Even in normal times, 1 in 4 people and 1 in 6 children will experience a mental health problem in a year and the Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly made that worse.
Promoting and supporting better mental health in our community is something that is very important to us so Redruth Town Council has signed up to the Mental Health Challenge for local authorities run by the Centre for Mental Health.
By taking part in the challenge, we have committed to support positive mental health in our community and to work with partners on projects and activities that help people manage their own mental health. Cllr Matthew Brown has been appointed our Mental Health Champion for the Council.
In order to meet the Mental Health Challenge in our community, we are
- Opening up opportunities to get together and talk to others in the Library
- Organising crafting, reading and other mindful activity sessions
- Working with charities and local groups to help young people
- Training all Council staff in Mental Health First Aid
- Regularly signposting to the mental health support available in our community
Support available in our community
Information and contact details for local organisations who can help with mental health issues, including if you or someone you know is in crisis can be found below.
Support Services
Penhaligon’s Friends
A Cornish charity dedicated to supporting bereaved children, young people, parents and carers throughout the county.
Man Down
Supporting men’s mental health in Cornwall – check the website for info about Redruth meetings.
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Calm
The Campaign Against Living Miserably supports people who are down or have hit a wall for any reason, who need to talk or find information and support. Available 5pm–midnight, 365 days a year. Call 0800 58 58 58
Clear
A Cornwall based charity dedicated to the highest levels of care and support for people of all ages impacted by abuse and other emotional trauma. Call 01872 261147.
Safer Futures
Offers advice and support to women, men, children and young people impacted by Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence and Sexual Abuse. Call 0300 777 4777
The Silver Line
Free, Confidential helpline for older people across the UK. Available 24/7 365 days a year. Call 0800 4 70 80 90
Citizens Advice Cornwall
Citizens Advice Cornwall is a registered charity and offers free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone, covering areas such as benefits, debt, employment, housing, consumer issues and discrimination. Call AdviceLine on 0800 144 88 48 Available 10am – 4pm Mon-Fri or text ADVICE to 78866.
Outlook South West
Offer online support and NHS talking therapies – call 01208 871905 for people aged 16+ years. The Suicide Liaison Service is also available via this number for adults 18+ who have been bereaved by suicide.
Switchboard
0300 330 0630. Listening services, information and support for LGBTQ+ communities. Available 10am–10pm, every day.
NHS mental health telephone support helpline
Talk to someone about your mental wellbeing, regardless of age, all day every day. Call 0800 038 5300
Streetlink
If you are concerned about someone sleeping rough in your community, you can contact the 24 hour Rough Sleeper Referral Line. Call 0300 500 0914
Georgia’s Voice
Supports young women aged 18-25 with mental health concerns and offering a safe place to talk, listen or just be.
Crisis Lines
Samaritans
Whatever you’re going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We’re here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 116 123 for free any time, day or night
Shout
Text 85258. For anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help. Available 24/7.
Valued Lives
Supports people who are experiencing mental or emotional distress in Cornwall. Call 0800 260 6759 24/7 crisis line.