Mental health support
This is part of a series of new mental health support pages - switch to other pages using the or continue on this page; Page last updated Sep 23, 2024
Support for older/vulnerable people NEW
Support for older or vulnerable persons
In an emergency
You can self-refer to these services without seeing or speaking to a GP first. Click the image to go to the resource. = Recommended resource
ATTEND A&E If life is at risk - click to visit our page on medical emergencies
SELF-HARM Click the image above to visit our page on help if at risk of self-harm
HELP IN A CRISIS Click the image above to visit our page on help if in a mental health crisis
Other help
You can self-refer to these services without seeing or speaking to a GP first. Click the image to go to the resource. = Recommended resource
MENTAL HEALTH HELPLINE Available 24/7 to any Derbyshire resident of any age - call 0800 028 0077
ACTIVE 10 APP Records every minute of walking you do, helps you set goals and gives you tips to boost your activity
ADULT/GENERAL RESOURCES Click the image above to visit our adult and general mental health page
AGE UK Leading charity for older people and many resources about coronavirus for older people, Age UK Derby & Derbyshire - call 01773 766922
AMBER VALLEY CVS Local advice and collaborative work with patients coaching them to increase social activities. Also provide support for behavioural/mental health issues in those <18 years
BEFRIENDING Free telephone friendship service run by Age UK
BEFRIENDING DERBYSHIRE 1-2-1 voluntary scheme
CARERS SUPPORT Click the image above to visit our carers support page
DERBY CITY CENTRE CHAPLAINCY A listening ear for people of all faiths or none - call 01332 360790 or text 07877 883390
DERBYSHIRE CARERS Local group making sure that carers and their families are connected to support services - call 01773 833833 or email
DOMESTIC ABUSE HELPLINE Who can refer on to appropriate support - call 08000 198 668
NHS Every Mind Matters, Looking after your mental health
ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE Volunteers providing much-needed support for over-stretched public services and for people as they age along with advice and support on coronavirus, exercise, eating healthily - general enquiries call 0330 555 0310
TREETOPS HOSPICE Nursing care and emotional support for adults and their families in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire - call 0115 949 1264
VETERANS Click the image above to visit our specific support for veterans
VOLUNTEERING To be matched with a suitable volunteer opportunity
WE ARE UNDEFEATABLE A movement supporting people with a range of long term health conditions, aiming to support and encourage staying active and exercise, supported by Age UK
Dementia resources
You can self-refer to these services without seeing or speaking to a GP first. Click the image to go to the resource. = Recommended resource
ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY Giving help to those living with dementia today, and providing hope for the future - call 0333 150 3456 for support
CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH DEMENTIA Information and resources for carers
DERBYSHIRE DEMENTIA SUPPORT SERVICE Delivers information, care navigation, advice and support, along with group activities, for people living with dementia, their families and carers in Derbyshire - call 01332 208845 for support or email
DEMENTIA SERVICES Services to support people experiencing crisis as a result of dementia, or suspected dementia
DEMENTIA PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICE Aimed at improved palliative care for people with advanced dementia, focussing on ensuring the person remains at home and avoiding unnecessary acute care admission - call 01332 564900
DEMENTIA RAPID RESPONSE TEAM Provides a community-based service that is an alternative to hospital care during times of crisis
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Mental health support: Older/vulnerable
© Dr Michael Wong 2022