Crisis Support

Although Sussex MSK Partnership is not a mental health service, it aims to support patients both physically and emotionally. If you feel you need urgent mental health support, please contact:

For Brighton

The Mental Health Rapid Response Service is available should you require support in a crisis, are distressed or are in need of urgent help with your mental health on 0300 304 0078.
The Service is open 24/7, 365 days a year.

For Mid Sussex, Crawley and Horsham

The Sussex Mental Healthline is available should you require support in a crisis, are in distress or are in need of urgent help with your mental health. Call NHS 111 and select Option 2 for Mental Health.
The Mental Healthline is open 24/7, 365 days a year.

The Samaritans Helpline is also available 24/7 on 116 123.

Crisis Support by Text

SHOUT offers support by text for those in need of support with their mental health. You can access this by texting Shout to 85258.

Crisis Support Apps

Calm Harm provides support and guidance for those struggling with self harm.

Stay Alive provides support to those having thoughts of suicide, or for those concerned about someone else.

Mental Health advice and guidance can also be found on our Health & Wellbeing pages. These pages can also help direct you to other mental health services for support.