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Emergency support

If you need help during a crisis, please contact the Emergency Services, your GP, or visit your nearest hospital's Accident and Emergency department. Please refer to the details below for more information on emergency contacts. 

Crisis support

  • University College London Hospital is the nearest Accident and Emergency department to Birkbeck College. If you require help urgently, call 999. 
  • The Samaritans can be called on 116 123. Their service is free and open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
  • Nightline is a student-run service that is available during term-time between 6pm and 8am, by calling 020 7631 0101. You can also them, and they will respond within 48 hours.
  • If you are already receiving mental health support from the Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust, you can contact their Crisis Care Team 24 hours a day on 020 3317 6777.

Further help

  • We have a range of supportive resources to provide you with further guidance on practising good self-care and managing your condition.