Local Support Services and More Information
Problematic drug and alcohol use can cause a lot of harm to the individual, the family, the local community and to society as a whole. If you are concerned that you or someone you know needs support, you can visit Derby Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service or Drinkwise Derby.
For more support and information around alcohol use, visit the Alcohol Change website.
Medito: Meditation & Sleep
Medito is a completely free, non-profit meditation and mindfulness app designed to support mental wellbeing and better sleep. Trusted by over 2 million users, it offers guided meditations, breathing exercises, sleep stories, and personalised mindfulness programmes for goals like reducing anxiety, improving focus, and finding calm.
Features include daily meditation packs, soundscapes for sleep, offline access, streak tracking, and a dark mode. Backed by research, Medito has been shown to improve wellbeing in a 2024 clinical study. With no ads or paywalls, Medito makes mental wellness accessible to everyone.

Healthy Living
Mental Health
Entirely Free
74%
Level 2
74%
Level 2



TalkLife:24/7 Peer Support
TalkLife is a peer support app that connects people to a global community where they can share their thoughts, feelings, and challenges. Aimed at users aged 16 and over, it offers a safe space to give and receive emotional support from others facing similar struggles.
Developed with input from psychologists, TalkLife encourages open conversations around mental health and wellbeing. The app is free to download, with core features available at no cost. Additional features may be offered through healthcare providers or purchased within the app.

Mental Health
In App Purchases
83%
Level 2
83%
Level 2



Smiling Mind: Mental Wellbeing
Smiling Mind helps support mental health by showing you how to practice mindfulness meditation and you can also view guides on how to sleep well. There are exercises you can practice daily, with the goal of reducing your stress levels and getting better quality sleep.

Healthy Living
Mental Health
Entirely Free
77%
Level 2
77%
Level 2


