Stay Safe

Whilst Street Angels will be doing their best to help people stay safe in the evening and night time in Birkenhead, there are lots of other ways to stay safe and seek help.

Take a look at the drop-down menu for a list of local and national support.

  • https://strutsafe.org/

    0333 335 0026

    StrutSafe is a UK-wide phone line. If you're walking alone, volunteers will be a friendly voice to keep you company and help you feel safe until you are through the door. Fridays & Saturdays: 19:00 - 03:00, Sundays: 19:00 - 01:00

  • SARC (Sexual Assault Referral Centre)

    If you've been sexually assaulted it's important to remember that it was not your fault. Sexual violence is a crime, no matter who commits it or where it happens. Don'tbe afraid to get help.

    There are services that can help if you've been sexually assaulted, raped or abused. You don't have to report the assault to the police if you don't want to. You may need time to think about what has happened to you.

    Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre

    0330 363 0063

    Local to Cheshire and Merseyside, providing support for any adult and child affected by sexual violence.

    Rape Crisis

    Great website and 24/7 Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Line is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year:

    Call free on 0808 500 2222

    Visit the website to start a free online chat.

    Tomorrow’s Women

    For mental health, community and daily groups & activities.

    Contact number: 0150 647 7907


    GP / Local A&E

    Provide medical support whilst respecting confidentiality

  • Wirral Family Safety Unit

    The Wirral Family Safety Unit is a team of Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVAs) offering confidential support to individuals at high risk of domestic abuse.

    They provide:

    • Independent advice for victims/survivors of domestic abuse

    • Support for those affected by harmful practices such as honour-based abuse and forced marriage

    • Safety planning and risk assessment

    • Help accessing housing, financial advice, and legal protection (e.g. non-molestation orders)

    • Support for children impacted by domestic abuse

    If the FSU can’t directly help, they will connect you with someone who can.

    Contact number is: 0151 666 4914

    Tomorrow’s Women

    For mental health, community and daily groups & activities.

    Contact number: 0150 647 7907

    The Crossing Point

    A free, confidential domestic abuse service based in Merseyside for women, men and young people affected by abuse. We believe that no person is beyond hope and that every individual deserves to live a life in a healthy environment, free from violence, abuse and fear.

    Day time contact number is: 07731878076.

    Free Emergency number: 0808 2000 247

  • LOCAL SUPPORT

    Wirral Mind

    Local mental health charity offering mental health support.

    Contact: 0151 512 2200

    0800 145 6485 - 24/7 Cheshire and Wirral Mental Health Helpline

    For people who need urgent mental health support.

    OTHER/NATIONAL SUPPORT

    SHOUT 24/7 crisis service: text 85258

    Free and confidential text support service is there for moments when you are dealing with suicidal thoughts and need support to get to a calmer place.

    The Samaritans

    Call 24/7 on 116 123 or via email: jo@samaritans.org

    Free support for anyone who has suicidal thoughts and / or wants someone to talk to about their situation.

    CALM

    5pm - Midnight 0800 58585

    The CALM helpline is there for anyone who needs to talk confidentially about a tough time they are experiencing. Calls are taken by trained staff who are there to listen, support, inform and signpost you to further information, and it is open from 5pm to midnight every day, 365 days a year.

    Stay Alive App

    The Stay Alive app is a suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information and tools to help you and those you are worried about stay safe in crisis.

    For longer term support - we encourage you to contact your GP for professional advice and access to counselling for mental health concerns.

  • Rough Sleepers Initiative

    If you are sleeping rough or know someone who is, please call: 07821125119

    You can also email: rsiteam@ymcawirral.org.uk

    Always Help Available

    Call: 0300 123 2041

    Wirral Overnight Safe Refuge for Rough Sleepers (SWEP Initiative)

    Contact number: 0151 650 1015

    Address: 56, Whetstone Lane, Birkenhead, CH41 2TJ.

    Homeless Breakfast

    Homeless are welcome to come have a free hot breakfast on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.

    First sitting: 9:30am to 10am

    Second sitting: 10am to 10:30am

    Location: Charles Thompson’s Mission, Hemingford Street, Birkenhead, Wirral CH41 4AP

Get Involved

Help make Birkenhead stronger and safer

Volunteer