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Helplines in Guernsey

Samaritans Guernsey

Main helpline Open 24/7

Free 24/7 emotional support and crisis helpline. Guernsey callers using 116123 connect to the UK national Samaritans network. Local branch provides community outreach and prison support.

Peer support

Safer Guernsey

Open 24/7

Free 24/7 crisis and ongoing support for people experiencing domestic abuse. Services include helpline, refuge accommodation (women and children), advocacy, outreach support (all genders), legal/financial/housing support, and services for children and young people.

Alcoholics Anonymous Guernsey

See website for meeting times - daily meetings

Free peer support fellowship with daily meetings for those seeking recovery from alcoholism. One alcoholic talking to another - no professional counselors. Open to anyone wanting to stop drinking.

Peer support

Health Improvement Commission - Substance Use Services

Contact for hours

Government substance use services including education, treatment, harm reduction (needle exchange), and criminal justice support. One-to-one support for drug, alcohol, and tobacco dependence.

Guernsey Mind

09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri

Free mental health charity providing supported self-help programs, mindfulness sessions, workshops, and support groups for mild to moderate mental health issues. For ages 18+. Not a crisis service.

Peer support

In-Dependence

Mon-Fri (closed Thu), variable hours

Free and confidential support for individuals over 18 affected by drugs, alcohol, or gambling. Services include recovery work, therapy/counseling, criminal justice support, needle exchange, and support for affected family members.

Guernsey Alcohol Advisory Service (GAAS)

Contact for hours

Free voluntary service providing counseling for alcohol and drug problems. Services include individual/couple/family counseling, weekly support group meetings, dry house accommodation (5 beds), and aftercare support.

Peer support

Carers Guernsey

Contact for details

Free charity services for unpaid carers. Provides regular or one-off support, respite care, sitting service, and resources for carers looking after ill, frail, or disabled adults at home.

Victim and Witness Support Guernsey

Office hours Mon-Fri

Free and confidential support for victims and witnesses of any crime, as well as their families and friends. Provides emotional support, practical help, and information. No need to have reported the crime to access support.

If you're in immediate danger, please call your local emergency services.

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