Helplines

If you’re struggling over the festive season, help is available. These helplines are open on Christmas Day and New Year's Day if you need support:

• Talk to Frank: 0300 123 6600
• Alcoholics Anonymous webchat
• Narcotics Anonymous: 0300 999 1212
• Cocaine Anonymous: 0800 612 0225
• Samaritans: 116 123
• Childline: 0800 1111
• If it's an emergency or you don't think you can keep yourself safe, please call 999 or go to A&E.
• If you or someone you know needs urgent care but it's not life-threatening, call 111. If you're in Wales, call 0845 46 47.

Your wellbeing

If you're feeling low or run-down, the Five Ways to Wellbeing are simple steps for improving your mental and physical health and wellbeing. Some things might seem obvious, but it works and lots of our staff swear by it.

1. Connect: Spend time with people who make you feel good.
2. Be active: Exercise - even a short walk - can help you feel better.
3. Keep learning: Learning something new can be a good way to take your mind off negative thoughts.
4. Give to others: Doing something nice for someone else can make you feel good, too
5. Be mindful: Try to be present in the moment and focus on what's happening around you right now.

Read more about the Five Ways to Wellbeing and find self-care tips here.

Prescription checklist

Have you sorted your prescription for the festive season? No worries if not - we've got a checklist to help you out:

• Check your pharmacy's opening times.
• Find out in advance how and when you'll be getting your prescription.
• Speak to your worker to prepare a holiday prescription if you're going away.
• If you haven't already got one, get a safe storage box for your medication. This is particularly important if you're expecting visits from guests.
• Collect a naloxone kit from your service. It could save a life.