25/10/2026
💙 YOU ARE NOT ALONE. THERE IS HELP OUT THERE. 💙
I wanted to put together a list of charities, organisations and support services in and around Telford for anyone who might be struggling with their mental health feeling lonely, suffering in silence, grieving the loss of a loved one, or simply finding life too much to cope with right now.
If anyone has any other services or things that are not listed but could help please feel free to use this as a platform to make people aware of them
Sometimes people smile on the outside while breaking inside. Sometimes people don’t know where to turn who to talk to or how to ask for help. Some people are fighting battles nobody knows about 💔
Whether you’re a man, a woman, a young person, a parent, a carer, or someone who has lost somebody special, please remember that you matter your feelings matter and you deserve support.
Here are some organisations that may be able to help if my offer of a coffee is not for you ❤️
🧠 MENTAL HEALTH & EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
💚 Telford Mind — Support for people experiencing mental health difficulties, emotional distress or struggling to cope.
📞 07434 869248
💚 Calm Cafés, Telford — Welcoming spaces for adults who need support with their emotional wellbeing and mental health.
💚 Branches — Mental health support, listening services and peer support for people working towards recovery.
📞 01952 899205
💚 Samaritans — Someone to listen, day or night, whatever you’re going through.
📞 116 123 — Free, 24 hours a day.
💚 Shropshire Mental Health Support — Support for people experiencing emotional distress and mental health difficulties.
💚 NHS 111 — For urgent mental health support, call 111 and select the mental health option where available.
👨 MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH — IT’S OKAY NOT TO BE OKAY
Men often feel they have to be strong keep everything bottled up and carry on regardless
But men struggle too. Men grieve too. Men get lonely, anxious, depressed and overwhelmed too.
You don’t have to reach breaking point before asking for help ❤️
💙 Unload & Uplift — The Breath of Life — Men’s talking circles in Wellington, Madeley and Shifnal, offering a welcoming, non-judgemental space to talk or simply listen.
📞 07594 245396
💙 Primal Instincts Men’s Mental Health Group — Local support helping men connect with others and navigate life’s challenges.
💙 ANDYSMANCLUB — Free peer-support groups where men can talk openly about life’s challenges. Check their website to find the nearest group.
💙 Men Walking & Talking — Walking groups that help men connect, get outdoors and talk in a relaxed environment. Check for local meet-ups.
💙 Telford Men’s Sheds — Community spaces where men can meet, share skills and build friendships.
Please remember: asking for help isn’t weakness. Sometimes the bravest words a man can say are, “I’m not doing okay.”
👩 WOMEN’S SUPPORT & SAFE SPACES
💗 Telford Mind — Mental health and emotional wellbeing support for women and men.
💗 West Mercia Women’s Aid — Support for women and children affected by domestic abuse, including advice and help with safety and accommodation.
📞 Telford & Wrekin helpline: 0800 840 3747
💗 Shropshire Domestic Abuse Service — Support and advice for people affected by domestic abuse.
💗 Refuge — Specialist support for women and families experiencing domestic abuse.
📞 0808 2000 247
💗 Women’s support and community groups — Local community centres and wellbeing hubs may offer opportunities to meet others, build friendships and access practical support
No woman should ever feel she has to face abuse, fear, loneliness or emotional pain on her own. You deserve to feel safe, valued and supported. 💗
🕊️ GRIEF, BEREAVEMENT & LOSING SOMEONE YOU LOVE
Losing someone can change your whole world. Grief doesn’t follow a timetable
Some days you may manage and other days just getting out of bed feels impossible.
You might have lost a partner, a parent, a child, a sibling, a friend or somebody who meant everything to you. Whatever your loss, your grief matters. ❤️
🕊️ PRISM Bereavement Support — Peer-led emotional support for adults, children and young people affected by su***de. They also offer specialist groups for men experiencing grief and support following baby loss.
📞 01952 872858
🕊️ Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Su***de Bereavement Service — Support for families, friends and anyone affected by a death by su***de.
📞 07483 906788
🕊️ Cruse Bereavement Support — Support for people grieving the death of someone they love.
📞 0808 808 1677
🕊️ Shropshire Bereavement Group — Peer support for people living with loss, with sessions including Telford.
Find details online at Shropshire Bereavement Group.
🕊️ Shropshire First Point of Contact — Can help connect people experiencing bereavement with local support.
📞 0345 678 9028
You don’t have to pretend to be okay. You don’t have to get over it by a certain date. And you don’t have to grieve alone. 🕊️
🤝 SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE STRUGGLING WITH LIFE
Sometimes mental health struggles are made worse by money worries, addiction, homelessness, relationship breakdown, family problems or simply having nobody to talk to.
These organisations may also be able to help:
💜 A Better Tomorrow — Support relating to mental health, addiction, homelessness and domestic abuse.
📞 01952 683707
💜 Telford STaRS — Free, confidential support for people concerned about their alcohol or drug use.
📞 0300 456 4291
💜 Telford After Care / Branches — Drop-in and peer support for people in recovery, experiencing emotional distress or struggling with their wellbeing.
📞 01952 899205
💜 Live Well Telford — Helps people find local services, community connections and support with practical issues affecting their wellbeing.
💜 SSAFA — Support for serving and former members of the Armed Forces and their families.
💜 Combat Stress — Specialist mental health support for former members of the Armed Forces.
📞 0800 138 1619
💜 Citizens Advice — Help with issues such as debt, benefits, housing and other worries that can affect mental health.
💜 Social prescribing in Telford & Wrekin — Help finding community activities and services that may improve your health and wellbeing.
📞 03300 536456
📞 IF YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO NOW
❤️ Samaritans: 116 123 — free, 24/7.
❤️ Shout: Text SHOUT to 85258 for confidential crisis text support.
❤️ Cruse Bereavement Support: 0808 808 1677.
❤️ In an immediate emergency, call 999.
Please check each organisation’s website or contact them directly for current opening times, eligibility and available services.
🌟 LET’S LOOK AFTER EACH OTHER IN TELFORD. 🌟
Please don’t judge someone because they are struggling. Don’t tell someone to simply cheer up move on or be stronger. Sometimes the kindest thing you can do is listen, check in and let them know they aren’t alone.
A simple message saying “Are you okay?” can mean more than you realise.
If you know somebody who has been quiet lately, somebody who is grieving, somebody who has withdrawn from friends, or somebody who always says they’re fine, please check in on them.
And if you’re the person struggling right now, please know this:
❤️ You are not a burden.
❤️ You are not weak.
❤️ You are allowed to ask for help.
❤️ You deserve kindness, compassion and support.
❤️ Your life matters, even when things feel hopeless.
PLEASE SHARE THIS POST AROUND TELFORD, MADELEY, WELLINGTON, OAKENGATES, NEWPORT, SHIFNAL AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS.
Let’s get these support services seen by the people who need them most❤️
BE KIND. CHECK IN. LISTEN. SUPPORT EACH OTHER. NOBODY SHOULD HAVE TO SUFFER IN SILENCE. 💙💗🕊️
