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Mental Health Crisis Support in Croydon

If you or someone you know is in mental health crisis, help is available right now. A crisis might include suicidal thoughts, severe self-harm urges, psychotic symptoms, or feeling unable to keep yourself safe.

Getting help

The SLaM Crisis Line (0800 731 2864) is available 24/7 for Croydon residents. If you're with someone who has harmed themselves or you're worried about immediate safety, call 999 or go to A&E at Croydon University Hospital, where the Mental Health Liaison Team can help. Samaritans (116 123) offers confidential listening support around the clock.

Services that can help

CAMHS Crisis Care

Crisis support for children and young people via CUH A&E evenings/weekends.

Mental Health Liaison (A&E)

24/7 psychiatric liaison at Croydon University Hospital A&E, assessing and signposting adults.

NHS 111 (Option 2)

Urgent but non-life-threatening mental health triage and signposting to crisis teams.

Drop-in peer support 11am–11pm daily; calmer alternative to A&E.

Samaritans Croydon

Confidential emotional support by phone and email; outreach at East Croydon Station.

Out-of-hours specialist mental health support; ideal for after-work anxiety spikes.

Free 24/7 text crisis service. Text SHOUT to 85258 for immediate support.

SLaM Crisis Line

24-hour freephone crisis support for Croydon residents experiencing mental health emergencies.

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This information is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you're concerned about your mental health, please speak to your GP or a qualified professional.

Information reviewed by Luke Row, Psychodynamic Therapist — January 2026