Northern Ireland
If you are in an emergency, please call 999. If it is too dangerous to speak, dial ‘55’ when prompted.
If you need specific support, please contact:
Gender-Based Violence and Mental Health Support
Rape Crisis NI
If you are concerned about your child who has been subjected to sexual violence, Rape Crisis NI have resources for parents/caregivers.
Visit: rapecrisisni.org.uk
Call: 0808 0246 991
Email: contact form available on the website.
(Mon & Thurs, 18.00-20.00)
To access resources, please select the following link: Support for Family, Friends & Partners – Rape Crisis Northern Ireland – Listening, Believing and Support for All
DSA Helpline
Support for those affected by domestic and sexual abuse in Northern Ireland. Offers help to friends and family members.
Visit: dsahelpline.org
Call: 0808 802 1414
Email: help@dsahelpline.org
To access resources, please select the following link: Your Rights, Choices & Support | DSA Helpline NI - DSA Helpline
Muslim Women’s Network UK
Support for BAME and Muslim women in the UK.
Visit: mwnuk.co.uk
Call: 0808 999 578
Text: 07415 206 936
(Mon-Fri, 10.00-16.00)
To access resources, please select the following link: Muslim Women Network
Mankind
Offers help for family and friends of male victims of abuse.
Visit: mankind.org.uk
Call: 0808 800 1170
(Mon - Fri, 10.00-16.00)
To access resources, please select the following link: Is a man you know a victim? Spotting the Signs - Mankind
Cara-Friend
Endeavours to support and signpost LGBTQ + individuals in Northern Ireland. Offers support and resources for family members and friends.
Visit: carafriend.org.uk
Call: 028 9089 0202
Email: admin@cara-friend.org.uk
(Mon - Fri, 18.00-21.00)
To access resources, please select the following link: Cara-Friend-Parents-and-Carers-Resource.pdf
Lifeline
Confidential crisis helpline to support anyone in distress in Northern Ireland - including parents and children.
Visit: lifelinehelpline.info
Call: 0808 808 800
Text: 18001 0808 808 8000
(24/7)
To access resources, please select the following link: I’m worried about someone | Lifeline Helpline
Parentline NI
Confidential helpline for parents and carers throughout Northern Ireland.
Visit: ci-ni.org.uk/parentline
Call: 0808 8020 400
Webchat is also available on the website.
(Mon-Thurs, 09.00-21.00., Fri-09.00-17.00., Sat-09.00-13.00)
To access resources, please select the following link: Parentline Resources - CiNI
Samaritans
Support for a wide-range of worries including mental health and suicide.
Visit: samaritans.org
(Please select Northern Ireland as your location)
Call: 116 123
(24/7)
To access resources, please select the following link: If you’re worried about someone else | Samaritans
YoungMinds
Information and resources for young people and parents on mental health. Offer a helpline for parents where you can obtain detailed advice, emotional support and signposting about a child or young person up to the age of 25.
Visit: youngminds.org.uk
Call: 0808 802 5544 (parents helpline)
Webchat available online.
(Mon-Fri, 09:30-16.00)
To access resources, please select the following link: Parents Mental Health Support | Advice for Your Child | Young Minds
Shout
Confidential text support if you’re struggling to cope and need mental health support.
Text: ‘SHOUT’ 85258
(24/7)
For more support services, please select the following link: Parenting and mental health | Tips for everyday | Mind
