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Crisis Support

Need help right now?

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, or you feel you may hurt yourself or someone else, please get urgent help now.

In Ireland, 112 and 999 connect you with the emergency services.

You don't have to handle this on your own.

These are free, confidential services you can reach right now.

Samaritans

Available 24/7

Free, confidential listening — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You don't have to be suicidal to call; you can talk through anything that's weighing on you.

Pieta

Available 24/7

Free 24-hour crisis helpline for people experiencing suicidal thoughts, self-harm, or suicide bereavement. You can also text a therapist.

HSE Drugs & Alcohol Helpline

Mon–Fri, 9:30am – 5:30pm

Free, confidential support and signposting for alcohol, drugs and gambling. Speak with a trained advisor about what's happening and where to go next.

Struggling with alcohol, drugs or gambling?

If you're not in immediate danger, these Empowerment tools can help you find your footing. They are not a replacement for emergency, medical or professional support.

Empowerment is not a crisis or emergency service. This page signposts independent organisations who can help right now.