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Mental health, wellbeing, suicide prevention and crisis support links

If you are having thoughts of suicide or feelings of distress, call:

Emergencies on 999      

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Mental health and wellbeing support available in GP practices

The Community Listening Service

50-minute confidential appointments to talk through any life situation such as bereavement, loss, work, family, caring responsibilities, or chronic conditions. People can discover strength and find hope when they are able to share what's on their mind.

To self-refer or find out more information:

Email tay.listening@nhs.scot

Call 01382 423 116

Text 0796 777 1941

Social Prescriber

Non-clinical advice and support to improve health and wellbeing for people affected by social or environmental issues such as feeling alone, a lack of support, poor housing, or debt. Help to access local activities.

Self-refer: Ask at your GP Reception to make an appointment

Call Voluntary Action Angus (VAA) 01307 466113

Mental Health and Wellbeing Peer Worker

Adult service (16+ years) and Young People’s service (11 – 15 years, in secondary education)

Mental health support and/or advice from a worker who has their own lived experience of mental health challenges. Can help with low mood, anxiety, sleeping problems, stress, coping strategies and connect people with self-help/community resources or organisations

Adult Service

Ask at your GP Reception to make an appointment or contact Penumbra or Hillcrest directly.

Penumbra (South Angus)

Hillcrest Futures (North Angus)

  • Tel: 01307 460101

Young People’s Service

Talk to the young person’s school or GP receptionist

Penumbra (South Angus)

Hillcrest Futures (North Angus)

Tel: 01307 460101

Tayside Adult Autism Consultancy Team (TAACT)

Assessment for autism, specialist interventions and post diagnostic support. Talk to your GP about a referral