People in crisis with mental health problems can now access services through NHS 111 in England, giving them another way to get urgent help. This puts much of the UK ahead of other international health services, offering mental health support alongside that for physical problems.
The number connects to a local team of call handlers with mental health training, alongside nurses and clinicians who are available around the clock.
The team can organise a mental health assessment, send out a crisis team and flag up help available in the local area. A talking therapy service is also available - people can refer themselves to it online via nhs. uk.
Just call 111 and press 2
The number connects to a local team of call handlers with mental health training, alongside nurses and clinicians who are available around the clock. The team can organise a mental health assessment, send out a crisis team and flag up help available in the local area. 'Just call 111, press 2'
Patients of all ages, including children
This is available 24/7
Free
Just call 111 and press 2
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