CODES: mh: Mental health ah: Accommodation/housing ad: Advocacy a: Alcohol workers ac: Art classes b: Barber cc: Creative classes bs: Bathroom/showers be: Bedding ca: Careers advice cl: Clothing store c: Counselling da: Debt advice dt: Dentist dw: Drugs workers et: Education/training ff: Free food fc: Foot care it: Internet access lf: Leisure facilities ls: Luggage storage ms: Medical/health md: Music/drama ne: Needle exchange ol: Outreach worker links ow: Outreach workers sh: Sexual health ts: Tenancy support la: Legal advice l: Laundry ef: Ex-forces eo: Ex-offenders sf: Step-free ba: Benefits/welfare advice fa: Financial advice s: Signposting to other services

Brook

0800 018 5023, http://bit.ly/1nIa3Dp
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm; Free sexual health advice & helpline for under 25s, including information on your rights, and facts about sex and sexually-transmitted infections. You can find your nearest centre via the website ('Find a Service'). If you need to speak to someone outside Brook opening times please contact the Sexual Healthline on 0300 123 7123. If you need urgent medical advice please contact NHS 111 by dialling 111, or NHS 24 (Scotland) on 08454 242424. CODES: MS, SH, LA

Childline

0800 11 11, http://bit.ly/1uGX0Gv
Free, confidential helpline for young people. Great information on the website. If you need support now or want to talk privately, contact a counsellor for free. CODES: MH, AD, C

Each

0808 1000 143, https://tinyurl.com/5bv82mc4
Monday-Friday: 9am-4:30pm (helpline); Helpline and support for young people affected by homophobic bullying. If you have been a target of this bullying you can call our helpline, or email: info@each.education CODES: C, LA, ET, S

Foyer Federation

020 7430 2212, http://bit.ly/1AtOaxA
Provides more than 10,000 homeless 16-25-year-olds with accommodation, training, job search, support and motivation. CODES: AH, AD, CA, C, ET, EO

GamCare

0808 8020 133, http://bit.ly/2W6VOQM
Monday-Sunday: 8am-12am; GamCare is the leading provider of information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling across England, Scotland and Wales. They operate the National Gambling HelpLine, as well as providing free treatment at 120 locations across Great Britain. Their dedicated advice service for young people is at https://www.bigdeal.org.uk/ CODES: C

Missing People

116 000, http://bit.ly/1tqkDCn
Monday-Sunday: 9am-9am; For anyone 18+ who is away from home. Confidential advice, and can help pass a message home and make referrals to other agencies where appropriate. You can text 116 000 even if you have no credit left on your phone, or email 116000@missingpeople.org.uk. CODES: AD

National Self-Harm Network

Supporting individuals who self harm to reduce emotional distress and improve their quality of life Resources and information available online. A supportive and understanding forum. CODES: MH, C

Re-Solv

Philanthropy House, Priestly Court, Staffordshire Technology Park, Stafford ST18 0LQ
01785 810762, http://bit.ly/1waO7J5
Monday-Friday: 10:30am-4pm (helpline - not public holidays); Information about solvent abuse (i.e. gases, aerosols, nitrous oxide (‘laughing gas’), poppers, petrol, glues, solvents and other volatile substances). Good leaflets and connections to local services. Also has resources for children and family. Phone line open Monday – Friday, 10am – 4pm, except bank holidays. CODES: AD, C, DW, OL

Respond

020 7383 0700
Thursday: 10am-4pm (helpline); Free service for children, young people, adults and elders with learning difficulties who have experienced trauma, loss or abuse. Respond offers therapy for people in London and South East England. Services include psychotherapy, advocacy and training. Phone or email admin@respond.org.uk. CODES: MH, AD, C, MS, ET

Safecall

116 000
Monday-Sunday: 8am-12am (call or text, open 24hours); Free, confidential support to young people who are away from home, thinking of leaving or feel trapped in an unsafe situation. Safecall is here to listen when you’re ready to talk. 1-2-1 chat service for young people. Safecall can support you through the free helpline by phone or text on 116 000. Helpline is available every day between 10am – 10pm by text, and 10am – 5pm by phone call. CODES: C

The Mix

Monday-Sunday: 11am-11pm (helpline & webchat) ; Free connections to local and national services and sources of help for young people. Phone, text (85258) or email via the website. CODES: AH, AD, CC, CA, C, DA, LA

Tourettes Action

0300 777 8427, http://bit.ly/WCZpWV
Monday & Tuesday: 6pm-8pm (leave a message outside these times and they will phone back); Thursday: 9am-8pm (leave a message outside these times and they will phone back); Help and support for people (including children and young people) with Tourette's Syndrome. Phone or email help@tourettes-action.org.uk. Find out about diagnosis and support after diagnosis. CODES: AD, C

YMCA

Housing, training and community health organisation that runs hostels for homeless young people. Check the website for details. CODES: AH, AD, CC, CA, ET, MS, MH, C, A, DW

Young Minds

020 7089 5050, https://youngminds.org.uk
Young Minds makes sure all young people get the best possible mental health support and have the resilience to overcome life's challenges. Advice on mental health, medications and depression. Text SHOUT to 85258 (24/7 support). CODES: MH, C

Youth Access

1-2 Taylors Yard, 67 Alderbrook Road, London SW12 8AD
020 8772 9900, https://bit.ly/2974vSW
The website can put you in touch with local contacts for mental health counselling, advice and information. A huge range of services is available for you. Contact by phone (020 8772 9900), email (admin@youthaccess.org.uk) or via the website. CODES: MH, AD, C, OL

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