Signposting
Signposting
Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) If anybody acts inappropriately towards you or another child or young person online (such as sexual chat, or being asked to do something that makes you feel uncomfortable); you can report it to CEOP.
Childline - 0800 1111 (always open, website includes online counselling)
Hopeline UK - Are you, or is a young person you know, not coping with life? For confidential suicide prevention advice contact HOPELINE247 (service provided by Papyrus) - Call 0800 068 41 41 or Text 07860 039967
Kooth - Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people. Available Monday-Friday Noon-10pm and Saturday/Sunday 6-10pm
Mermaids - 0808 801 0400 - Supporting transgender youth, their families and professionals working with them. (Mon-Fri 9am-9pm)
Police.uk - if you or someone else is in danger or it feels like a situation might get dangerous and you need support right away, click here to find out how to contact the police.
The Samaritans - 116 123 / jo@samaritans.org (always open)
Shout - Text SHOUT to 85258 24/7 free text service for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere*. BLMK Residents should text REFLECT to 85258.
*Texts are free from EE, O2, Vodafone, 3, Virgin Mobile, BT Mobile, GiffGaff, Tesco Mobile and Telecom Plus. Other providers may charge.
Young Minds - Offers mental health advice and support for young people and families.
Young Minds Parents Helpline and Webchat - 0808 802 5544 (Mon-Fri from 9:30-4pm)