The winter period can be a difficult time. If you’re finding things hard, you can contact one of the following services:  
The Samaritans

The Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like. You can talk in your own way about whatever’s going on. They have a helpline, email service, letter service and a self-help app.  

Helpline open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Freephone 116123. 

www.samaritans.org  
Breathing Space 

Breathing Space is a free, confidential phone and webchat service. It is for anyone in Scotland over the age of 16 who is experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. Open 6pm to 2am Monday to Thursday, and 6pm to 6am Friday to Sunday.   

Freephone 0800 83 85 87 

breathingspace.scot 
Shout 

Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. 

Text SHOUT to 85258 

giveusashout.org