Shout provides a free 24/7 text support service for anyone who's a key worker during the coronavirus crisis. Text KEYWORKER to 85258 to talk by text with a trained crisis volunteer.
Our Frontline: support for key and essential workers
Key workers, talk with someone who gets it.
For free, confidential, emotional support, text KEYWORKER to 85258 or call 116 123, any time, night or day.
All in confidence with trained volunteers.
Discover resources recommended for key and essential workers below.
Resources in this toolkit:
Whatever you're going through, Samaritans are there to listen - 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Essential services staff who are working on the frontlines can call free on 116 123 to speak in confidence with a trained listening volunteer.
While much of the country stays at home, key workers aren't in the same boat. This page has tips for taking care of your mental health and wellbeing, help with understanding difficult feelings, and ways to find support.
10 stress busters
This web page from the NHS outlines ten easy ways for you to reduce the amount of stress you experience. Many of them are quick enough to slot into quiet moments before, during or after work.
Emotional energy
This PDF guide from Unilever explains what emotional energy is, and how it interacts with your wellbeing.
Coronavirus and your wellbeing
It isn't only about work, though - you might have other worries and issues during the pandemic. This short guide explores some of the mental health difficulties you might experience, and some ways to stay well.