Miles forSupport for parents and families facing difficult days, whether you want someone to listen, practical information or professional help.
If someone’s life is at risk, or you are unable to keep yourself or someone else safe, call 999 or go to A&E. In England, for urgent mental health help, call 111 and select the mental health option.
NHS urgent-help guidance. This project does not provide crisis care or monitor messages for emergencies.
Compared with 6.2% of married adults in the ONS UK survey for April 2022–March 2023. “Low” means a rating of 0–4 out of 10.
ONS, Figure 7 · Published November 2023. Older evidence about marital status, not specifically parents apart from children.
Among adults aged 16–64 in England in 2023/24, up from 18.9% in 2014. This is general-population context, not a statistic about separated families.
The ONS comparison shows an association, not proof of cause or a diagnosis. Its detailed release is paused because of survey-quality challenges. Individual experiences vary.
See the anxiety and life-satisfaction figures, dates and limitations.
A listening service offers space to talk. Peer groups offer connection. A GP or mental health professional helps assess symptoms and discuss treatment.
Choose the route which fits your needs today. A fitness challenge is part of this project’s fundraising, not a replacement for mental health care.
Check each service’s own website for eligibility, current hours and confidentiality arrangements.
Free listening support, day or night. You do not need to be suicidal to talk.
Call 116 123Samaritans support detailsFree, confidential text support for people struggling to cope. Text SHOUT to 85258.
Text SHOUT to 85258How Shout worksSupport line: 0300 102 1234. Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm, excluding bank holidays. This is not a crisis service. Call charges depend on your provider.
Call Mind’s support lineMind helplines and informationSupport for people affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts, including those worried about someone. Free helpline, 5pm–midnight every day, plus livechat and WhatsApp.
Call 0800 58 58 58CALM helpline and chatFree peer groups across the UK and online. Meetings run on Mondays at 7pm, except bank holidays. Check the group finder before attending. Peer support is not an immediate crisis service.
Find a groupFree, confidential support for people under 19. A place to talk about worries, feelings and family life.
Call 0800 1111Visit ChildlineSupport details checked 30 September 2026. These organisations are independent of Miles for Missing Moments. Listing does not imply endorsement or partnership.