Useful Links & Contacts
Contents:
Advice for Young People
Drug and Alcohol
Sexual Health
Homelessness
Eating Disorders
General Health
Mental Health
Bullying
Other Counties
There4me.com
Confidential online advice, including 'real time' talk with an NSPCC adviser.
Subjects covered range from bullying, relationships, drugs and exams.
Thehideout.org.uk
The Hideout provides help, information and support for children and young people concerned about violence at home.
Need2know.co.uk
Information portal for teenagers with an online magazine and signposting to other useful websites. Sections include health, relationships, money, travel and the law.
Childline.org.uk / 0800 1111
Any worries or concerns Free calls 24 hours a day 7 days a week
Talktofrank.com
Information and advice about drugs.
Helpline 0800 77 66 00 / frank@talktofrank.com
Solveitonline.co.uk
Information and advice about solvents, the misuse of, consequences and legal implications.
Helpline 01536 510010 / Mobile 07973 875413
Sniffing.org.uk
Solvent Abuse Helpline - 01785 810762
Drugs.org.uk
Information and advice about drugs and alcohol. This website can direct you to local organisations that can offer support and information.
New Directions - 01162 229 522
Local advice for young people on drugs or alcohol
Mon - Thurs 9am - 5pm - Fri 9am - 4.30pm
Brook.org.uk
Information about sexual health, contraception and other services for young people.
Ruthinking.co.uk
For young people aged 12-18. The website gives information on contraception, sex and relationships. Allows you to search for services anywhere in the UK.
Likeitis.org.uk
Website for 11-15 year olds, providing advice on issues such as contraception, periods, teenage pregnancy, sex and sexuality.
Tel 0800 28 29 30 / Open from 7am-12.00am every day
Getconnected.org.uk
One-stop helpline for young people, especially anyone who is thinking of running away or leaving home, or who has left home.
Helpline: 0808 808 4994 open 1pm-11pm seven days a week, callers can then be connected to the most appropriate organisation to talk to for free.
Beat - 08456 347650
Help and assistance for young people with Eating Disorders
1-2-1 messenger service 5.30 - 7.30 Mon - Thurs
http://www.b-eat.co.uk/YoungPeople/Home
www.b-eat.mobi
http://www.b-eat.co.uk/YoungPeople/Home
Monday to Friday 4:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturdays 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sunday ~ Closed
Bank Holidays 11:30am - 2:30pm
NHS Direct
Any health concern 0845 4647 - 24 hours a day 7 days a week
Youngminds.org.uk / 020 7336 8445
Information, advice ,counselling and training.
Mind.org.uk / 0845 766 0163
Information, advice, counselling, training, career opportunities and volunteering.
Beyondbullying.com
Advice and support from Leicestershire County Council
Kidscape.org.uk / 020 7730 3300
Information, advice and support.
Peterborough
www.youthcandoit.org.uk
Northamptonshire
www.northamptonshire.childrensservicedirectory.org.uk/
Lincolnshire
www.go4itinlincs.org
Leicester
www.activities4u.org
Young Carers / 01572 722577
If you are a carer under the age of 16 years who is providing care, including secondary care, to a vulnerable adult over 18 years you should contact the Children's Duty Officer at Rutland County Council to see what support they can offer you.
