You’ve reached this page by scanning the QR code on the reflection bench at BAE Barrow.
This bench was placed here by HELP - Jim’s Story, a charity set up in memory of Captain James Simpson RN. To find out more about what we do, and why, visit our website
Welcome to Help Jim's Story, a mental health awareness charity. Well done on taking the first important steps towards seeking help for yourself, or for someone you are concerned about. We know reaching out for help can be difficult.
We are so glad that you have found us. We understand that you may be feeling overwhelmed, scared, or alone. But you are not alone. Millions of people worldwide experience mental health challenges, and help is available.
There are many resources available, including therapists, counsellors, and support groups. Some organisations that may be right for you are listed below. We urge you to now to take the next step and use one of the organisations, or your GP, to start getting the help you need.
Thank you for taking the first steps to seek help.
Here are some additional tips for seeking help:
Talk to a trusted friend or family member.
Make an appointment with your doctor or a mental health professional.
Call a mental health hotline or crisis hotline.
Join a support group.
Look for mental health resources in your community.
Remember, you are not alone. There is help available, and you should not have to struggle in silence.
Keep Safe
From the team at HELP.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 111 and select option 2 to be connected to the crisis team in your area.
Mental health resources and support available to you at BAE include:
• Support from mental health first aiders
• Break the silence podcasts
• The wellbeing channel on the Percipio learning and development app
• A wide range of information and guidance on a host of topics
• The Employee Assistance Programme app
• Wellbeing webinars available at a wide range of times
• MindSet is BAE’s Employee Resource Group raising awareness of and supporting Mental Health and Wellbeing
Why not find out more and even volunteer to be a champion?
For all this and more information, visit or download the employee app – or view the employee web app through any internet browser, even from a personal device.
You’ll find everything you need to get started by visiting: https://www.baesystems.com/our-employee-app
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24-Hour Military Mental Health Helpline.
Free, confidential helpline available to all serving military personnel and to families and friends that may have concerns.
Website: combatstress.org.uk
E-mail: helpline@combatstress.org.uk
Tel: 0800 323 4444 open 24/7
Text: 07537 404 719
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Provides a safe place to talk about anything that's bothering you, 24/7.
Website: samaritans.org
E-mail: Jo@samaritans.org
Tel: 116 123
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Free confidential helpline and e-mail service providing support independent of the military chain of command.
Website: ssafa.org.uk
Tel: 0800 731 4880 open 9:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday
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A safe anonymous 24/7 online community where you can talk to people, who feel like you; whilst guided by trained professionals.
Website: togetherall.com
E-mail: theteam@togetherall.com
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“Our mission is to save and change the lives of those in our Armed Forces, our veteran community and their families who are affected by stress. Our approach is to inspire, coach and motivate towards a more positive future. “
Website rock2recovery.co.uk
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“Our programme enables individuals to manage their emotions and to develop the resilience, focus and motivation to succeed in today’s world. The programme has been developed over the last ten years to meet the demands and challenges experienced by past and present members of the armed forces and their families.”
Website: warriorprogramme.org.uk
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“We are an NHS charity hosted by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust dedicated to preventing suicide. We work in collaboration with NHS trusts, non-profit organisations, local authorities, businesses and individuals to raise awareness of suicide and its contributing factors. We aim to break the stigma that surrounds suicide and enable leaders to drive meaningful action to help prevent suicide in the UK and beyond.”
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Thinking about Suicide? Worried about someone?
Download the award winning Stay Alive app and discover life-saving resources.
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The Hub of Hope is the UK's largest and most comprehensive directory of community mental health services, so you can find help when you need it, wherever you are.
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Reasons to Stay is a suicide prevention project reaching people at difficult moments through anonymous letters written by volunteers.
