Support
You don't have to carry this alone
If you're struggling, please reach out. These services are free and confidential. Hours can change, so please check the service's website.
If you need urgent support
| Tele-MANAS | India Call 14416 or 1-800-891-4416, 24/7, in many languages. |
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | US Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. |
| 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline | Canada Call or text 9-8-8, 24/7. |
| Samaritans | UK and Ireland Call 116 123, any time, free. |
| Shout | UK Text SHOUT to 85258, free, 24/7. |
| Text 50808 | Ireland Text HELLO to 50808, free, 24/7. |
| Lifeline | Australia Call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14, 24/7. |
| 1737, Need to Talk? | New Zealand Call or text 1737, free, 24/7. |
| Find A Helpline | Everywhere else Free, verified helplines in more than 175 countries at findahelpline.com. |
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call your local emergency number.
Grief and bereavement support
| Cruse Bereavement Support | UK Free helpline 0808 808 1677. |
| Griefline | Australia 1300 845 745, Monday to Friday. |
| Blue Cross Pet Bereavement Support | UK Free, 0800 096 6606, 8.30am to 8.30pm every day. |
| Cats Protection Paws to Listen | UK Free, 0800 024 94 94, weekdays 9am to 5pm. |
| Lap of Love | US and online Free weekly online pet loss support groups at lapoflove.com. |
Your doctor, your employer's assistance programme, or a local hospice can also help you find a counsellor.
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