Patient/Carer Support Groups
NHS 111 option 2:
If you need urgent mental health support, 24/7 support is available over the phone. Call NHS 111, selecting mental health crisis option 2. This number is open 24 hours a day and is totally free and confidential. You can also text 0748 063 5199 and they will aim to get back to you within 12 hours. If there is an immediate threat to life, dial 999.
If you are deaf and have urgent mental health needs, you can use the NHS 111 British Sign Language service: www.signvideo.co.uk/nhs111
You can also click on the yellow box at the top of the screen that says Mental health support for further support.
Please be aware that our Professionals’ Advice Service (PAS) line for advice and information on referrals into our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) has closed.
Health for Teens website:
You can find information, advice and tips relating to emotional health and wellbeing for young people on our Health for Teens website. This website has a dedicated CAMHS area hosting content created by CAMHS Professionals which hosts all CAMHS created resources.
Parents and children can also find information on our Health for Kids website.
Mental Health Support Teams in Schools:
Those who go to a school participating in our Mental Health Support Teams in Schools programme may also be able to get help from their school’s practitioner.
Your public health (school) nurse is also a great starting point if you you are worried about yourself or a friend.
ChatHealth:
You can use the ChatHealth service to text a public health (school) nurse for confidential health advice and support using the numbers below:
07520 615386 – Leicester City
07520 615387 – Leicestershire and Rutland
Contact Us:
Leicester City Team: 0116 2952900
Leicestershire and Rutland Team: 0116 2952992
Support for carers
Our commitment to carers – Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust
Other useful resources for young people:
- Our CAMHS created resources
- Mental health support – self help pages for young people
- Young Minds
- Tellmi
- Wellbeing Apps
- Decider Skills App – Google Play and Apple App Store
- Guidance for young people on health appointments by phone, video or in person
Other useful resources for families: