Whether you’re seeking immediate help or just exploring what’s available, here are some trusted organisations that offer support with mental health, emotional wellbeing, addiction recovery, and crisis care.

This list includes a mix of national services and local resources across Devon — and we’ll continue updating it as The Midlife Club grows.

Step One Charity – Devon

www.steponecharity.co.uk

Offers mental health support and recovery services locally.

Devon Mind

www.devonmind.com

Mental health services specific to the Devon community.

Men’s Support Groups

Andy’s Man Club

www.andysmanclub.co.uk

Weekly peer support groups for men across the UK.

Men’s Sheds (UK)

www.menssheds.org.uk

Community spaces for men to connect, chat, and work on practical projects together.

Addiction & Recovery

Talk to Frank

www.talktofrank.com

📞 0300 123 6600 — Honest information about drugs and addiction support.

AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)

www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

Peer-led support groups for those recovering from alcohol addiction.

NA (Narcotics Anonymous)

www.ukna.org

Support groups for people recovering from drug addiction.

Mind

www.mind.org.uk

📞 0300 123 3393

Offers support, information, and guidance on a wide range of mental health issues.

Samaritans

www.samaritans.org

📞 116 123 (free, 24/7)

For anyone in emotional distress or crisis.

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)

www.thecalmzone.net

📞 0800 58 58 58

Supporting men struggling with their mental health.