If you're feeling stressed because of job insecurity, redundancy, debt or financial problems, don't wait for things to get really bad before seeking help.

Call the NHS Credit Crunch Stress line on 0300 123 2000

Daily, 8am-10pm

Discuss the issues that are affecting you and your family and get expert advice on how to help yourself if you're in a difficult situation.

Health advisors will listen, offer practical advice, guide you to useful online resources and put you in touch with other people who can help such as debt, housing, employment advisors, counselling and talking therapy services.

Find therapeutic support services

Therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and counselling, have been shown to help with stress, depression and anxiety.

To find out more about the therapy services that are available in your area, please contact us to be put in touch with one of our members.

Advice on debt, benefits and jobs

There is lots of information and advice available online to help you deal with the practical issues you might be facing as a result of redundancy or debt problems. Below is a list we have put together that you might find useful.

General financial advice

• Moneymadeclear
• Citizens Advice Bureau: surviving the recession

Debt

• Directgov: managing debt

Mortgages

• Directgov: mortgage arrears or payment difficulties
• Directgov: avoiding repossession

Benefits

• Directgov: benefits and financial support

Bankruptcy

• Directgov: bankruptcy advice

Jobs

• Jobcentre Plus: find your nearest office