Urgent - need help now

If you, or someone you know, has reached crisis point there are people to speak to and places to go to to get the help and support you need. Below are contact details of where to go in an emergency situation.

GP

Your first stop should always be your local GP. They will be familiar with your medical history and will be able to direct you appropriately. Out of normal surgery hours you will be redirected to Mastercall, a local service that provides cover for GPs from 6.30pm to 8am during the week and all day at weekends and Bank Holidays. Or you can phone them direct, out of normal surgery hours on 0161 476 2299.

Accident & Emergency

Go to Stepping Hill Hospital's Accident & Emergency Department and explain your difficulty.

Adult Social Care

In an emergency out of normal office hours contact the Out Of Hours Service on 0161 718 2118. A trained Social Worker will speak to you over the phone to assess the situation and decide the best course of action.

Emergency Services

In an emergency, ring 999 for immediate help from the Ambulance, Fire or Police. 

Samaritans

The Samaritans provides confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. Phone 0161 480 2222.

You can also call NHS Direct 24 hours a day on 0845 4647.

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