This week is Mental Health Awareness Week π
Working in film and television is something we love β but it can also be relentless. Long hours, uncertain contracts, time away from home, financial pressure, isolation on location. The nature of our industry asks a lot of the people in it.
If youβre struggling right now β whether thatβs stress, anxiety, low mood, or something deeper β please know that support is out there, and reaching out is never a sign of weakness.
Here are some resources that are always available to you:
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@filmtvcharity β the industryβs own support service, offering a free 24/7 helpline, financial support, and mental health services specifically for people working in film, TV and cinema.
π 0800 054 0000 | filmtvcharity.org.uk
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@mindcharity β for mental health information, advice and finding local support.
mind.org.uk
π Samaritans β free, confidential support, any time of day or night.
116 123 (free, 24/7)
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@giveusashoutinsta β free, confidential text support if youβre not ready to talk out loud.
Text SHOUT to 85258
You donβt have to be in crisis to reach out. And you donβt have to be okay all the time.
We see you. Weβre glad youβre here. π
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