Winter can be tough for many – please see the resources below, collated by Somerset Council
Mindline Somerset
If you or someone you know is struggling, Mindline Somerset offers a 24/7 helpline at 0800 138 1692 or 01823 276 982. This confidential service provides a safe space to talk and information on mental health and local services.
Winter Wellness Resources
Learn more about keeping warm – places and help available to keep warm this winter. Keeping well – immunisations and emotional wellbeing and support. Financial wellness – how to manage finances when costs are rising. Essentials – support with food and other essentials. Planning for cold and extreme weather. Stay well – Our Somerset
Every Mind Matters
Breathing exercises and tips for starting conversations with young people about emotional wellbeing, now available on Every Mind Matters. Every Mind Matters – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
NHS 111 Crisis Support
If you, or someone you know, is experiencing a mental health crisis, you can now call NHS 111 and select option 2 for 24/7 access to crisis mental health support. NHS 111 – option 2 for crisis mental health support
Find a warm welcome
A warm welcome awaits – all across Somerset, community groups and venues are opening their doors to provide a warm, welcoming space for anyone who needs it.
As the cost-of-living crisis continues, many community groups in Somerset are preparing to open their space as a warm hub to help vulnerable people during the winter months. Every space will have something different to offer—whether it’s free food, activities, support with your wellbeing, or somewhere to charge your phone or use a computer, please use the link to find out more information: Find a Warm Welcome – Spark Somerset
#Help4all
Everyone is impacted by the cost-of-living rising which can put extra pressure on families. Somerset partners are here to help, and we have listed some services and support that may be useful for you to know about.mDiscover additional support for families affected by the cost-of-living crisis, please use the link to find out more information and see attached poster: #Help4All