Advice and support for mental well-being in the Channel Islands
Around one in four people are affected by mental health problems. If you find that you or someone you know is struggling, there are a number of charities in the Channel Islands you can speak to in confidence.
The mental health charity Mind has bases in both Guernsey and Jersey.
To contact Mind Jersey:
Speak to an adviser over the phone on 0800 7359404
Send an email to help@mindjersey.org
Write to the charity at Mind Jersey Office, 144 Wharf Street, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 3NR
To contact Mind Guernsey:
Speak to an adviser over the phone on 01481 722959
Send an email to info@guernseymind.org.gg
Write to the charity: The Lions Mind Centre, Town Arsenal, St Peter Port, GY1 1UW
You can find out more about the services it offers in Guernsey by clicking here.
Samaritans can be contacted for help at any time of day.
08457 90 90 90 (call charges apply)
National telephone: 116 123 (this number is free to call)
Email jo@samaritans.org
Visit our branch: Samaritans, St Helier, 30 Hue Street, St Helier, Jersey
Visit the website for more advice and information by clicking here.
Other organisations which can offer advice, help and support include:
Thrive Jersey works with community groups in the island, supporting projects that focus on prevention, best care, and people power to overcome mental illness. They can also direct towards a number of resources to those who need them.
Jersey Talking Therapies (JTT) offer free, confidential therapy services for those aged 18+.
The States of Jersey has resources for those who are bereaved after someone may have died by suicide.
Jersey Hospice Community Bereavement Service can offer support for those who have experienced a loss, whatever the circumstances. It also includes a Rainbows service specifically for children.