Support Directory

If you’re facing hardship, mental health challenges or difficult circumstances, there are organisations that may be able to help. Below is a list of trusted charities and services offering free support across the UK.

The EMED Foundation is not affiliated with these organisations, but we’ve signposted them in case they can provide the help you need.

Financial Help

• Citizens Advice – Free, confidential advice on money, benefits, debt and more.
• StepChange Debt Charity – Free expert debt advice and practical support to help you regain control.
• TASC – The Ambulance Staff Charity – Financial and emotional support for ambulance staff and their families.

Mental Health & Wellbeing

• CALM – Mental health support and suicide prevention.
• Samaritans – 24/7 listening and emotional support — no judgment, just someone to talk to.
• TASC – Mental Health Services – Counselling, wellbeing support and therapy for ambulance staff.

Food Banks

• Trussell Trust – Emergency food and support via a UK-wide network of food banks.
• Citizens Advice – Information on accessing food banks and crisis support in your area.

Housing & Homelessness

• Shelter – Housing advice and support for people at risk of homelessness.
• Citizens Advice – Housing – Guidance on housing rights, evictions, and rent issues.

Gambling Support

• GambleAware – Help and advice for people affected by gambling harm.
• GAMSTOP – A free self-exclusion tool to block access to gambling websites and apps.

Bereavement Support

• NHS – Bereavement Support – Advice and resources for coping with loss or grief.
• TASC – Bereavement Support – Tailored support for ambulance staff and their families.

Drugs, Alcohol & Addiction

• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Support groups and resources for those struggling with alcohol use.
• FRANK – Honest, confidential advice about drugs.
• Alcohol Change UK – Information, tools and support to reduce or stop drinking.

Need support from us?

The EMED Foundation provides targeted grants to support people and communities in need. Visit our Funding page to learn more.