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Support for young people and their families
This page includes quick exit sites
These are websites which contain sensitive information and give you the chance to leave the site quickly if needed.
Samaritans
Free and confidential, you can talk to a Samaritan without being judged or told what to do. You can call, write or email.
Gloucestershire Self Harm Helpline
Gloucestershire Self Harm Helpline provides a safe, supportive, non-judgmental and informative space for people who self harm, their friends, families and carers.
The Mix
Resources and one to one focused support with a trained team, either by phone, web chat, or email for under 25’s.
Papyrus
Confidential support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person through a helpline, HOPELINEUK.
Zero Suicide Alliance
Training and information - The Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA) is a collaboration of National Health Service trusts, charities, businesses and individuals who are all committed to suicide prevention in the UK and beyond. ZSA is an alliance of people and organisations coming together around one basic principle: Suicide is preventable
Switchboard
One-stop listening service for LBGT+ people on the phone, by email and by instant messaging.
Quick exit site
Gloucestershire Rape and Sexual Abuse
Free, confidential, non-judgmental support and information for individuals affected by rape, sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives.
Quick exit site
Rape Crisis
Help, information and free one-to-one live chat helpline providing emotional support for women and girls who have experienced sexual violence.
Beat Eating Disorders
Supporting people who have or are worried they have an eating disorder, as well as others affected, such as friends and family members.
Advice for Children and Young People
Gloucestershire County Council website offering advice on how children and young people can look after their wellbeing during Covid-19.
Access to free online counselling, activities to improve wellbeing, help with going to school or college and information on people you can talk to.