If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, there is immediate support available. These services offer urgent help for people feeling overwhelmed, distressed, or at risk. Whether you need someone to talk to or access to professional mental health services, these organisations below provide confidential, compassionate support. Use the links below for 24/7 helplines, self-referral options, or further guidance.
Shout – Offers confidential, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone who is struggling to cope. As a digital service, Shout became vital during Covid-19, as one of the few mental health services able to operate as normal at this time. They have seen the need for our support remain high through the UK’s cost of living crisis – https://giveusashout.org/
CALM – Their vision is that no one feels like suicide is their only option. But right now, too many people are struggling to see a way forward. They provide life-saving services, information and advice to help anyone struggling with life navigate the issues that can make us feel miserable – https://www.thecalmzone.net/
The Listening Place – They provide free, regular, face-to-face support so that people can talk openly about their suicidal feelings. Their service is completely confidential and non-judgmental. They understand that it’s not always possible to wait for help, which is why they aim to make contact within 24 hours and to offer a first appointment within 7 days – https://listeningplace.org.uk/
Refugee and Asylum Seeker Support
Refugees and asylum seekers can access specialist support to help navigate housing, legal advice, education, and wellbeing services. Local and national organisations offer tailored guidance, advocacy, and integration support for both adults and young people. Whether you are newly arrived, or in need of ongoing help, the services below are her to support you.
New Citizens Gateway – provide support for refugees and asylum seekers across London & beyond. The name reflects their core vision – to empower refugees to integrate into British life and culture as valued members of society. They envision a compassionate asylum process that treats individuals with the dignity and respect they deserve. They provide advice and information, ESOL (English classes), therapeutic services, psychosocial activities, volunteering and youth activities – https://www.ncgateway.org.uk/support-asylum-seekers
Help for the Young – Their mission is to remove the obstacles to young refugees and asylum-seekers’ education and well-being through mentoring, advocacy, and financial support. Young people seeking sanctuary in the UK are determined to access education and make the most of their opportunities. At Hope for the Young, they are are determined to support them in doing so –https://hopefortheyoung.org.uk/about-us/
Mental Health (Adults)
There are a range of counselling and mental health services available for adults, including face-to-face and online therapy, group support, and crisis response. Many services offer drop-in sessions or allow self referrals. Please explore the links below for more information and access to help depending on your needs:
The Mulberry Centre for cancer support – Whether you are facing a diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or have been bereaved by cancer, they are here for you. They are an award-winning, independent cancer support charity and they offer all of our support free of charge. The Mulberry Centre offers psychological support, therapies, workshops, social and creative activity and wellbeing classes – https://themulberrycentre.co.uk/
Wellbeing and Recovery College – The Wellbeing & Recovery College is a training and resource centre which develops and delivers education and tools to support wellbeing and the self-management of mental health difficulties. They work with you either to support you in your recovery or to help you support someone for whom you care – https://mindrecoverynet.org.uk/providers_profile/west-london-recovery-college/
Men Walk Talk – Aids in creating safe spaces for men to connect, talk and support one another. Join them in taking steps towards improved wellbeing. Their walks are more than just exercise – they are about building connections and supporting one another. Together we are making a difference – https://menwalktalk.co.uk/
Befriend – supports people who are isolated and sometimes housebound. They may have a physical or sensory disability, or they may have mild dementia. The Befriender’s weekly 1-2 hour visits make a real difference – https://befriend.london/
Men’s Shed – Men’s Sheds encourage people to come together to make, repair and repurpose, supporting projects in their local communities. Improving wellbeing, reducing loneliness and combatting social isolation = https://menssheds.org.uk/
Dose of Nature – works with people with mental health problems and the general population, encouraging everyone to connect with nature in order to improve their mental wellbeing. Dose of Nature Prescriptions and wellbeing workshops take place predominately in south-west London and in Guildford, Surrey, but if you are interested in any part of our work – https://www.doseofnature.org.uk/
Each Counselling – Provide a supportive drop-in centre for Hounslow residents with low to moderate mental health needs. Provides a safe environment for social contact, leisure activities, training (inc. maths and IT) and hot meals. The centre does not offer therapeutic interventions or support for individuals with high level mental health needs – https://eachcounselling.org.uk/hounslow/
Mental Health Support (Children and Young People)
Mental health support is available for young people locally and nationally, including safe and confidential online counselling and drop in service’s.
The Circle – Children and young people in Hounslow will benefit from the opening of a new mental health cafe designed specifically for their needs. The service called The Circle provides drip in and appointments for anyone under 18, all year round. Situated on South Ealing Road in Ealing, the new service is in partnership with Hounslow CAMHS. Young people can self-refer – https://www.hfehmind.org.uk/get-support/service-for-schools/support-for-children-young-people/circle-cafe-childrens-hub/
Kooth is a free, safe, and anonymous digital mental health service that provides onlinn counselling everyday until 10pm for young people aged 11-25 – https://www.kooth.com/
Off The Record Twickenham (OTR) is a registered charity providing the only drop-in counselling, information and sexual health service for young people aged 11–24 who live, work or study in the Borough of Richmond Upon Thames – https://otrtwickenham.com/
Hounslow Youth Counselling Service – HYCS offer a free, 1-2-1 counselling service just for young people. Our service is confidential and anyone aged 11-25 who lives, works or studies in the Borough of Hounslow can self-refer to our service – https://www.hycscounselling.co.uk/
Neurodiversity Support
Families and individuals living with neurodiverse conditions such as autism and ADHD can access local and national support through charities offering workshops, peer groups, therapies, and activity-based learning. Use the links below for more information or to make a self-referral.
Autism Research Institute – Their focus at ARI is to advance an ambitious research agenda while providing the latest science-based information for people of all ages on the autism spectrum. They do this through annual and regional think tanks, in-person and online educational events and courses, free webinars, and by funding the studies that hold the most promise for making a difference in the lives of people with autism. – https://autism.org/
Skylarks Charity – They are an independent Richmond upon Thames-based charity that provides activities and therapies for children with disabilities and additional needs. They also support and provide therapies, courses and information for their whole families.- https://www.skylarks.charity/
Knots Arts – They create inclusive, friendly and fun sessions were children and young people feel safe and supported to develop their communication skills and build friendships. By meeting others who are also neurodiverse or experiencing social communication difficulties, children are able to work together to embrace their differences and overcome any obstacles that they may face. – https://www.knotsarts.com/
Domestic Violence & Abuse Support
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, there is confidential help available. Whether your a survivor, or a perpetrator seeking change, there are dedicated services ready to support you. Use the links below for self-referral or guidance where appropriate:
National Domestic Violence Helpline (24/7) – 0808 2000 247
Hounslow Independent Domestic Violence Advisor & Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm) – 0208 2476 163
Respect (for Perpetrators) (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) – 0808 8024 040
Healthy Hounslow
Take a Step Towards a Healthier You with Healthy Hounslow
Healthy Hounslow brings together a range of free support services to help you feel your best — whether you’re looking to stop smoking, manage your weight, get more active, or simply make healthier lifestyle choices.
Click the links below to find out more or refer yourself directly. It’s never too early — or too late — to invest in your health.
You can access support tailored to your needs, including:
Click the link below to find out more or refer yourself directly. It’s never too early — or too late — to invest in your health.
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Take a Step Towards a Healthier You with Healthy Hounslow
Healthy Hounslow brings together a range of free support services to help you feel your best — whether you’re looking to stop smoking, manage your weight, get more active, or simply make healthier lifestyle choices.
Click the links below to find out more or refer yourself directly. It’s never too early — or too late — to invest in your health.
You can access support tailored to your needs, including:
Click the link below to find out more or refer yourself directly. It’s never too early — or too late — to invest in your health.
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What is physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy helps people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercises, manual therapy, education and advice (The Chartered Society of Physiotherapist). Some problems resolve quickly, others take more time to improve, and some problems have to be managed as they are a long-term problem.
Aim of physiotherapy
Physiotherapy aims to help patients manage their pain, improve their problem, prevent re-injury and promote health and wellbeing.
This can be achieved by:
Increasing your confidence to move
Improving movement in your joints
Strengthening your muscles
Providing advice on daily living
Improving pain by learning strategies to reduce and manage it
Providing education about healthy living and exercises
Please use the below to self-refer to Hounslow Services. Please note that you need to be over 16 years of age to self-refer.
