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Young people
Childline
As of July, Childline counsellors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week again. You can call Childline on 0800 1111 or you can have a 1-2-1 counsellor chat, or request advice by email. Click here to find out more about how to get in touch.
Click here for more details about how their service has changed in response to Coronavirus.
Last updated 7th December 2021.
Kooth
Kooth provides anonymous online support for young people at www.kooth.com. The service is operating as normal at the following times: Mondays to Fridays between 12pm and 10pm; and Saturdays and Sundays between 6pm and 10pm.
Last updated 20th March.
YoungMinds
YoungMinds operate a helpline for parents, available at 0808 802 5544. Normally, the helpline is open between 9:30am and 4pm, Monday through to Friday. The service is operating as normal.
YoungMinds have also put together two useful webpage resources:
- Coronavirus mental health advice for young people
- Coronavirus mental health advice for carers and parents
Last updated 7th December 2021.
Winston’s Wish – Childhood Bereavement Resources
Click here to access a webpage published by Winston’s Wish that contains information and further information about bereavement and services.
Last updated 24 July.
YoungMinds Crisis Messenger Service
The YoungMinds Crisis Messenger Service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Text ‘YM’ to 85258 for support via text. The service is operating as normal.
Last updated 20th March.