Support Helplines & Links For Vets

BSAVA supports those in the veterinary profession who are in need, through a variety of ways.

Once such initiative is this collated selection of contacts, which we hope will prove a helpful first step in difficult times.

A member of a veterinary practice staff on the phone

Vetlife

Telephone: 0303 040 2551 or anonymous email

Vetlife is a registered charity which supports everyone in the veterinary community. It is completely independent of any other veterinary organisations and all support is free, independent and confidential.

Vetlife Helpline Emotional support from a friendly listening service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Referrals for health and financial support.

Vetlife Health Support Assessment and care management from a team of mental health care professionals.

Vetlife Financial Support Professional debt and benefits advice and financial assistance for those who qualify.

Samaritans

Telephone: 116 123
Email: jo@samaritans.org
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ACAS

An organisation devoted to preventing and resolving employment disputes.
Telephone: 0300 123 1100
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Blue Cross

This support line is open 8:30am-8:30pm every day, all calls are free and confidential, some mobile service providers may charge.

Telephone: 0800 096 6606 (UK & NI)
Email: pbssmail@bluecross.org.uk
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