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A clearer place to start.
Explore understandable information, practical wellbeing ideas and trusted routes to support for people across Kirklees.
Information and signposting only — not diagnosis, treatment, therapy or crisis care.
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You will not be wasting anyone’s time by asking for help.
Contact NHS 111
Call 111 and choose the mental health option, or use NHS 111 online.
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Call Samaritans on 116 123, or text SHOUT to 85258 for confidential text support.
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What would you like help with?
Generalised anxiety
Understand ongoing worry, common signs, everyday effects, coping ideas and routes to support.
Open guideSocial anxiety
Explore fears around social situations and manageable ways to build confidence and seek help.
Open guidePanic disorder
Learn about panic attacks, the fear cycle, grounding strategies and further support.
Open guideAgoraphobia
Understand avoidance, feelings of being trapped and gradual approaches to getting help.
Open guideHealth anxiety
Learn how health worries can grow and find balanced ways to respond to them.
Open guideLow mood & depression
Recognise changes in mood and functioning, try small supportive steps and know when to seek help.
NHS guidanceStress & burnout
Notice pressure in your body and daily life, and make room for recovery and support.
NHS guidanceGrief & loneliness
Gentle information for loss, bereavement and isolation, with ideas for connection.
NHS guidanceChildren & young people
Support with emotions, school or college pressure, bullying and finding appropriate help.
Kirklees supportMental wellbeing in later life
Starting points for changes, loss, isolation, caring pressures and talking to a professional.
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Local and national support directory
Trusted routes to further support
For community groups, clubs and projects, explore our Kirklees organisations directory.
Always check the provider’s own page for current eligibility, opening times and referral information. Details checked 29 September 2026.
Kirklees Council mental health support
Local advice, self-help resources and routes to mental health support across Kirklees.
- Who
- People in Kirklees
- Access
- Online directory and provider links
Children and young people in Kirklees
Local support information for children, young people, parents, carers and professionals.
- Who
- Ages 0–18 living in Kirklees
- Referral
- Online request through the Families Together Gateway
NHS 111 mental health option
Urgent mental health help when there is not an immediate threat to life.
- Who
- People of all ages
- Access
- Call 111 or use 111 online
Samaritans
Free, one-to-one listening support at any time, day or night.
- Phone
- 116 123
- Cost
- Free from any phone
Shout
Free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support for anyone struggling to cope.
- Text
- SHOUT to 85258
- Access
- Self-referral by text
Your GP
A GP can discuss symptoms, treatment options and referrals. Ask for an urgent appointment if you need urgent help.
- Who
- Registered patients
- Access
- Contact your GP practice
Get out and connect
Local groups and activities
Find weekly walks, peer support, a wellbeing social, football and carers’ coffee chats around Kirklees. Each listing includes the organiser’s time, place and access details, checked 29 September 2026.
News, campaigns & updates
Keep up with WMK
The resource library is growing
New topic guides, clearer navigation and additional support information are being developed in stages.
Plan meaningful campaigns
We will highlight relevant awareness dates, including children’s and men’s mental health, suicide prevention and wider wellbeing campaigns.
Follow the social channels
Find new resources, positive messages and project notices on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
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Important things to know
What is Wellbeing Matters Kirklees?
A developing digital mental health and wellbeing resource project for Kirklees.
Is WMK a registered charity or organisation?
No. WMK is not currently a registered charity or organisation. Formal registration is being explored.
Does WMK provide counselling or personal advice?
No. WMK provides general information and signposting, not diagnosis, therapy, treatment or individual medical advice.
Where does the information come from?
Guides use authoritative information such as NHS and council sources and link to providers for current details.
How can I report incorrect or outdated information?
Use the feedback form below or email wellbeingmatters7@gmail.com. Do not include private medical details.
Policies and important information
How we work responsibly
Information disclaimer
Content is for awareness and signposting. It is not a substitute for professional assessment, diagnosis or treatment.
Privacy & confidentiality
Please do not submit sensitive health information. General enquiries are handled only for the purpose of responding.
Safeguarding
WMK is not an emergency or reporting service. Contact emergency services or the appropriate local safeguarding team when someone is at immediate risk.
Accessibility
We aim for readable language, keyboard access, strong contrast, scalable text and meaningful link labels. Feedback is welcome.
Content and corrections
External services can change. We date directory checks and correct confirmed errors as soon as practical.
Community standards
Our social spaces should be respectful, inclusive and safe. Harmful, discriminatory or identifying content may be removed.
Feedback & resource requests
Help improve the library
Suggest a topic, report outdated information or share accessibility feedback. Please do not include confidential, crisis or medical information.
Future plans
Building WMK step by step
Now
Develop the digital library, publish clear resources and keep support links under review.
Next
Expand topic coverage, strengthen policies, build responsible partnerships and explore formal registration.
Later
Grow community involvement, improve accessibility and develop useful projects around local needs.
Contact
Get in touch
For general project enquiries, corrections or appropriate collaboration. Please do not send confidential personal or medical information.
wellbeingmatters7@gmail.comAbout and team
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Wellbeing in later life
Browse 16 complete five-image WMK series on anxiety, mood, life experiences and mental wellbeing across ages.