Behind The Scenes: Mental Health Support in Live Events
Everyone loves the magic of live events, so for us at Co-op Live it’s important for us to look after those ensuring all goes to plan.
Whether on stage, backstage, on the road, or in the office, a life in live music can come with some unique challenges. So, at Co-op Live, we’re both celebrating the big moments and looking out for the people who make them happen.
Here, we shine a light on three amazing organisations offering mental health guidance and support for those working in music and live events.
🎵 Music Minds Matter
Run by the charity Help Musicians, Music Minds Matter offers 24/7 mental health support for those in the music industry. You don’t need to be in crisis, if you just need someone to talk to, they’re here to listen.
They offer:
A free, confidential helpline (0808 802 8008)
Self-care sessions
Support groups with others who get it
Visit the Music Minds Matter Website
🧠 Headstock
Headstock is all about using music to power better mental health. They’re on a mission to break the stigma and help people find the tools they need to take care of themselves.
Through campaigns, events, and digital support, they help people find everything from mindfulness tips to mental health first aid training.
They offer:
A dedicated mental health text support service (text MUSIC to 85258)
Guidance and support
🎶 Music Support
Founded by people from the music industry, Music Support knows exactly how the pressures of this world can lead to a variety of struggles.
They offer:
A confidential helpline (0800 030 6789)
Safe Hubs backstage at festivals, where anyone working, from artist to crew, can come to speak to a Mental Health First Aid trained individual or simply take time out
Training and resources for teams and organisations
Family and Friends Service which develops new programs to support UK music industry peers and their loved ones
Visit the Music Support Website
