Lifeline NI
24/7 crisis mental health helpline for people in distress or despair in Northern Ireland.
If things feel unbearable right now, you do not need to wait until morning or until it gets worse before reaching out.
About this service
Lifeline is Northern Ireland’s 24-hour crisis response helpline for people experiencing distress or despair. It is available day and night and is regularly signposted by health and council services as a vital route for urgent emotional support. For Antrim and Newtownabbey residents who feel overwhelmed, unsafe, panicked or unable to cope, Lifeline offers immediate contact with trained support. It is an important option when someone needs urgent mental health help right now rather than waiting for a later appointment or callback.
How they can help you
They provide immediate crisis phone support for people in distress or despair at any time of day or night.
What to expect
Immediate helpline support for moments of crisis or acute emotional distress.
Who it's for
Anyone in Northern Ireland experiencing distress, despair or a mental health crisis.
Eligibility
Open to anyone who needs crisis support.
Getting support
- Eligibility
- Open to anyone who needs crisis support.
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- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Referral requirements
- You can contact this service directly without a referral.
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Cost
Free
Related support nearby
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St Vincent de Paul Antrim area
St Vincent de Paul support linked to the Antrim area for people facing hardship or crisis.
St Vincent de Paul Newtownabbey area
St Vincent de Paul support linked to the Newtownabbey area for people facing hardship or crisis.
Report a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free