Question 1

Is HelpMe365 really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. HelpMe365 is 100% free, no sign-up, no account, no ads. It's a public-good guide to food, shelter, NHS help and jobs across the United Kingdom.

Question 2

How do I find a food bank or homeless shelter near me in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Open the Map page, or pick your UK region. We link straight to the Trussell Trust food bank finder, Shelter's housing helplines for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and StreetLink for reporting rough sleeping.

Question 3

What numbers should I call in the UK in a crisis?

Accepted Answer

Call 999 in any emergency. Call 111 for urgent (non-emergency) NHS help. Call 116 123 any time for the Samaritans, or text SHOUT to 85258 for free 24/7 mental health support by text.

Question 4

Can I get help if I don't have ID or a fixed address?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Food banks, day centres and NHS GPs in the UK can register people without ID or a fixed address. HelpMe365 includes guides from Crisis on getting ID and registering with a GP when homeless.

Question 5

Does HelpMe365 have help for veterans, women, LGBTQ+ people and families?

Accepted Answer

Yes — dedicated categories covering Veterans' Gateway and SSAFA, Refuge and Women's Aid, Switchboard LGBT+ and akt for LGBTQ+ youth homelessness, plus Family Action and Home-Start for families with young children.