Support Services & Helplines – You Are Not Alone – Useful Contacts.

Find A Listening Ear & Practical Help.

At this time of year some people may be feeling overwhelmed, perhaps lonely, anxious, or are just simply not coping. Some of us have been in this position before so please don’t try to carry it on your own.

The helplines and services listed hereunder are there to listen and to help, whether you’re looking for emotional support, practical advice, or a first step towards getting the right care.

Reaching out can often feel difficult, but it’s a strong and positive move, and all of these services offer confidential, non-judgemental support for you or for someone you may be worried about.

Alone – 0818 222 024.
Aware – 1800 804 848.
Samaritans – 116 123.
Pieta House – 1800 247 247.
Age Action – 01 475 6989.
Irish Red Cross – 01 642 4600.
Citizens Advice – 0761 07 4000.
Alzheimer’s Society, Information and Emotional Help – 1800 341 341.
Exchange House, Traveller Mental Health Support – 01 872 1094.
Senior Line Friendly Listening Service – 1800 80 45 91.
Amen, Domestic Violence (male victims) – 046 902 3718.
Rape Crisis Centre, Crisis Helpline – 1800 778 888.
Mental Health Ireland, Mental Health Helpline – 01 284 1166.

If you feel that you (or someone else) may be at immediate risk of self harm, contact emergency services on 112 or 999 or go to your nearest emergency department.