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Mental Health Support

The Coronavirus Pandemic is a very difficult time for everyone and more so for Carers.

Click HERE for Governement guidance on mental health support.

Click HERE for a Guide for Parents on Teens, Body Image and Self-esteem during Lockdown 

Throughout this time you may be finding things difficult and struggling to cope. Elefriends is a supportive online community, that you can use to talk to others in a similar situation and share coping techniques. This is a safe place to listen, share and be heard https://www.elefriends.org.uk/

Please see the below support services and information to help you and your family during this time.

Adults:   

Samaritans - call any time, day or night (Free) – Telephone no:  116 123

Big White Wall – an online support forum – website:  www.bigwhitewall.com

Young People: 

Childline – Telephone no:  0800 1111

Kooth – Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people – website:  www.kooth.com

 

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