Mental health emergency: Children and young people
If your young person is open to BeU or CAMHS and you are concerned about their mental health in office hours (Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm), we would advise that you contact CAMHS or BeU in the first instance. They will be able to offer advice and support and help your young person get what they need.
If your young person is not open to CAMHS or BeU we would advise that you see your GP. Your GP will be able to refer you to the most appropriate service and offer advice to manage whilst this happens.
If an emergency happens out of hours (after 5.00pm, weekends and bank holidays) we would advise that you call your out of hours GP or if medical advice is needed 111. Your out of hours GP or 111 will be able to offer advice and support to help you manage an emergency.
If your young person has significantly hurt themselves or you feel they may be at significant risk of harm due to their mental health, whether or not they are open to CAMHS/BeU, you should access your local A&E department or call 999.
Contact details
CAMHS
Okus Road
Swindon
SN1 4JS
Tel: 01865 903422
On Trak
Victoria Road
Swindon
SN1 3DF
Tel: 01793 612969
E-mail: ontrak@swindon.gov.uk
Swindon & District Samaritans
6 Curtis Street
Swindon
SN1 5JU
Tel: 01793 527373
Swindon MIND
Swindon Advice and Support Centre
Sandford Street
Swindon
SN1 1HE
Tel: 01793 432031
Useful resources
- Emotional and mental health services
- Sane leading UK mental health charity
- LIFT Psychology in Swindon
- Young Minds is the voice for young people’s mental health and wellbeing