Support resources for men are increasing, please find some links below courtesy of www.supportline.org.uk
Men's Mental Health Support Groups running throughout the UK Talking Groups for men who have either been through a storm, are currently going through a storm or have a storm brewing in life.
Directions For Men provides groups for men to come and talk about whatever it is that is affecting their mental health. They support each other through difficult times and they help each other by talking about what worked for us when we were going through difficult times. Directions For Men want to get men doing things they enjoy so they also get activities and events off the ground for you to attend and participate in and meet a new bunch of mates.What they do is called peer support. That is people with similar backgrounds and experiences looking out for each other.
Explores ways to maintain a child's relationship with both parents following separation and divorce. Gives support to both men and women with contact and residence problems and to find ways to eliminate unnecessary and protracted legal conflict. Information on line, self help groups, membership £20.
Mental health charity providing anonymous and non-clinical safe spaces for men to not only talk but to listen and connect on a regular basis. The HUMEN Space is preventative, practical and plain speaking. No lingo or prescriptive advice. Free one hour sessions where men get together to talk honestly, and actually be heard, in a confidential space without risk of judgment or ridicule. The right to talk should never be a privilege. Every Monday 6:30 PM for any man across the UK and online globally. See below for all HUMEN Space locations and The HUMEN Space Online.
London: 020 3488 8404 Liverpool: 0151 303 5757 Newcastle: 0191 406 6000
www.jamesplace.org.uk/Offer free, life-saving support to men in suicidal crisis in Liverpool, London and Newcastle. Their mission is to help men aged 18+ who are in crisis, by providing quick and free access to non-residential therapy and support. They offer an individualised person-centred intervention to men experiencing a suicidal crisis delivered over six to eight face to face sessions with a trained therapist at one of their centres in Liverpool, London or Newcastle. Men can self-refer or be referred by a health professional for short and focused one to one therapy which will help them to understand and recover from a suicidal crisis. James' Place aims to open two new centres in the next few years with Birmingham the next to open.
Men, talking to men. Change peoples thoughts, opinions and minds about men and mental health. Mental health videos. Educational and honest mental health podcasts that show real cases of mental illness or issues and their following success stories. Don't feel alone in your struggles with mental health or mental illness Therefore MANUP encourage you to watch their conversations for more information about how others have handled mental illness and achieved success by simply being aware of the flags. MANUP welcomes anyone who would like to join them in a mental health video or vlog, if this is you, please get in touch with MANUP.
www.manup.how/mental-health-videosFacilitate activities that support positive mental, physical and emotional health and wellbeing for men. Run weekly groups, sessions and activities, facilitated on a peer to peer basis where men can meet in a safe and friendly place, talk openly, feel supported and listened to without judgement within a confidential setting from people who are equal to you - your peers. The charity exists to promote wellbeing and to prevent suicide in men.
Working with Families and Children. Within the arena of Family Court the charity provides information and advice to all parents who are seeking to maintain a meaningful and responsible relationship with their children after family break down or divorce.Men's Aid aim to assist these parents in their endeavours to achieve equal and just treatment in the Family Courts and from their associated services. They recognise the value of good parenting and support parents who work together for and in the best interests of their children. The charity offers, to it’s members, access to their McKenzie Friend services which provides legal advice and assistance to those involved in legal proceedings in Family Courts in England and Wales.
Most men don't get to talk about whats on their minds which can lead to depression, anxiety, poor relationships. Find friendship, self development, online discussions, social events and more.
The Men's Health Forum is a charity supporting men's health in England, Wales and Scotland.
Information and sources of support if you are suicidal.
Men's Pitstop serves as a vital platform where men come together, fostering a supportive community to navigate the complexities and challenges of life. Pitstop is an opportunity for mutual assistance, understanding and positive change. As a peer-to-peer support network, they aim to provide ideas and insights that support individuals rather than providing solutions and resolutions. See facebook link above for further information.
Community spaces for men to connect, converse and create. They help reduce loneliness, and isolation and fun.
Why join a Men's Shed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmI8OckZjCcMatt started MenWalkTalk after realising the many benefits that come with getting outdoors and meeting new people, especially having other men you can speak to about the many things that Men go through. Currently MenWalkTalk groups meet across Sussex, Brighton, London, Devon and Bassetlaw, but new groups are starting regularly! The Charity wants to reduce the number of male suicides, and provide a community of support for guys to know they are not alone and they can speak up.
www.facebook.com/MenWalkTalk/A registered charity working hard to improve the mental health and wellbeing of men across the UK. For men 18+, free to access online spaces which provide men across the UK an opportunity to talk, socialise and receive support from other men, all whilst being supported by their excellent team of facilitators. Their spaces are judgement free, supportive spaces for men to talk openly. They follow a peer-to-peer support model, which means they actively encourage all their group attendees to support one another, instead of relying on professionals. Their groups aren't therapy or counselling, but can provide a vital space to share, learn and socialise with other like minded men.
MindTheMen are a suicide prevention peer support group where men (18+) can meet in a safe place to talk about their challenges, be listened to and feel supported. Support Groups are in the Glasgow area and also sporting and social activities are offered around the Glasgow area. Weekly zoom meetings also take place available to any man in Scotland.
The Mission of Men In Need Together is to reduce male suicide by providing a safe space for men to speak without judgement. MINT was founded following a personal tragedy when a close friend Jack Bentley took his own life. They wanted to make sure that no man goes through the same thing and aimed to create something powerful out of sadness. MINT provides free weekly support groups for all men to attend and talk about their struggles in a peer-to-peer setting. Currently groups in Leeds and Wakefield and they aim to create a group in every city in the UK. Also free online support via their facebook page.
A group for men to support and encourage each other. If you’ve had a struggle in life, if you have had or are having addiction issues, drugs, drink, gambling, in debt, lost someone you loved, if you feel alone, if you're depressed, Unite Men want to help. They encourage visitors to join their FB private group with over 12,000 members and counting to discuss mental health, find support and be part of an inspiring network of men just like you.
www.facebook.com/groups/320358568677751/A community-focused platform offering peer-to-peer conversations for people who are struggling with mental health challenges and trauma. Use their chat box when you don't know who to talk to. Whether you are experiencing uncertainties, feeling trapped, or simply curious, they are there to support you. Free, online, and available every day.
The UK’s leading mental health sports charity and deliver physical activity (sport, walking, dance and movement, gardening and exercise sessions) projects in partnership with the amazing NHS in order to aid recovery, promote mental wellbeing, improve physical health, combat social isolation and empower people to move their lives forward in a positive direction. Taking part in sport or physical activity regularly really does have a positive impact on both our mental and physical health. Some of the many benefits include:
Check out their Activity Map here to find sessions near you www.sportinmind.org/find-an-activity
Check out the areas Sport In Mind currently cover, but they are expanding into other areas in the future https://www.sportinmind.org/pages/category/timetables
Talk Club is a UK male mental health charity helping men to improve their mental health. A variety of support is offered: Talk & Listen, Talk & Exercise, Talking Therapies and Business Support.
Find your local club here: https://talkclub.org/clubs/?btn
A community project for men's mental health. the main aim is to break the stigma of men's mental health and start talking openly about it. Exercise has been a proven way to help people with any sort of mental health issues by releasing endorphins that make you feel good about yourself. Walking is free so makes a great way to start and gets you out in the fresh air. Currently Walk and Talk groups in London and some surrounding areas but hoping to expand.
Find out about child maintenance options and making the arrangement best suited to your circumstances.
Run by Spurgeons charity, Europe's largest advice and support website for fathers. Also includes a forum discussing many issues along with helpful information.
Not-for-profit social enterprise supporting families through separation.