Christmas can be a tough time of year for many people.
Always remember though, there is support out there if you need it.
Samaritans
Whatever you are going through, Samaritans can help
Free phone: 116 123, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Email support: jo@samaritans.ie
www.samaritans.org
ALONE
If you or an older person you know needs support
0818 222 024, Monday to Friday, 8am-8pm
www.alone.ie
Childline
Talking makes us stronger
Free phone: 1800 66 66 66, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Free text: 50101
Online live chat: www.childline.ie/
Text About It
Text About It is a free, anonymous, 24/7 messaging service providing everything from a calming chat to immediate support.
WhatsApp: Click here
Text: Hello to 50808 (Free on all major networks - Vodafone, Eir, Three, Gomo, Tesco & Virgin).
Customers of 48, An Post & Clear Mobile should text Hello to 086 1800 280 - standard SMS charges may apply to the 086 number.
www.textaboutit.ie
Jigsaw
Mental health support and advice for young people aged 12-25.
Supports include a live chat, live group chats, and a forum for asking questions.
www.jigsaw.ie
Irish Hospice Foundation
Bereavement support line
1800 80 70 77, Monday to Friday, 10am-1pm.
www.hospicefoundation.ie
Women's Aid
Listening. Believing. Supporting
Free phone: 1800 341 900, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Instant online messaging service: Monday to Friday, 10am-1pm and 7pm-10pm.
Saturday, 12pm-3pm and 7pm-10pm. Sunday, 11am-1pm and 7pm-10pm.
www.womensaid.ie
Men's Aid Ireland
Supporting men experiencing domestic violence
01 554 3811, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Email support: hello@mensaid.ie
www.mensaid.ie
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre
Support for anyone affected by sexual violence, at any time
Free phone: 1800 77 88 88, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Webchat service: Monday to Friday, 10am-5pm, except holidays
www.drcc.ie
Aware
Support for people affected by depression
Free phone: 1800 80 48 48, Monday to Sunday, 10am-10pm
Email support: supportmail@aware.ie
www.aware.ie
Pieta
For people at risk of suicide and self-harm
Free phone: 1800 247 247, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Text: HELP to 51444, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year (standard text message rates apply)
www.pieta.ie
More helplines are available here
