| Access Point |   |
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01273 295555
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Brighton & Hove Council's Adult Social Care department aims to protect, care for and support vulnerable people. Provides information, signposting and referrals to a range of services.
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Monday - Friday 8.30 - 5pm
Emergency number: 07699 391 462
5pm - 8.30am & bank holidays
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| Age Concern (Brighton, Hove, Portslade) |   |
29-31 Prestonville Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3TJ |
01273 720603
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01273 777852
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www.ageconcernbrighton-hove.org.uk
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Works with and for older people by providing services and campaigning. Provides information & advice, help at home, nail cutting, rehabilitation, counselling and crisis support
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Community Base ,113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG |
01273 772289 ( helpline number)
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info@amazebrighton.org.uk
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www.amazebrighton.org.uk
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Amaze is a one-stop shop offering information, advice and support to parents and carers of children and young people with special needs in Brighton and Hove.
Services include a telephone helpline,help with DLA forms,workshops and support groups.
Please see website for further services offered.
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Helpline open Monday to Thursday 9.30am - 12 noon
Thursday evenings 6 to 8pm
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Zion Community Resource Centre, 339 Stretford Road, Hulme, Manchester M15 4ZY |
08444 775 774
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0161 226 7727
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info@phobics-society.org.uk
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www.phobics-society.org.uk
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National anxiety disorders charity that provides a range of support services for people affected by anxiety conditions such as panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder(OCD), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), phobias, etc.
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Monday - Friday 9-9pm
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self & others
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103 Prince of Wales Road, Norwich, NR1 1DW |
beat Helpline: 0845 634 1414 beat Youthline: 0845 634 7650
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help@b-eat.co.uk info@b-eat.co.uk
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www.b-eat.co.uk
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beat is the leading UK charity for people with eating disorders and their families. We offer many services that can be accessed via our website. Message boards,a helpfinder directory of services, self help groups, text service for yooung people on 07786 20 18 20
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Adult Helpline : 10.30am - 8.30pm.
Mon - Fri and Sat 1pm - 4.30pm.
Youth Helpline 4.30pm - 8.30pm Mon -Fri and Sat 1pm - 4.30pm
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Self referral
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| Brighton & Hove Independent Mediation Service | |
Basement Office, Ecclesden, Grove Hill, Brighton, BN2 9NG |
01273 700812
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mediation@bhims.org.uk
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www.bhims.org.uk
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Mediation is a way to resolve conflict that gives you the opportunity and support to deal with the problems you are experiencing in your neighbourhood/community
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| Brighton and Hove Speak Out |  |
Manor offices c/o Emmaus, Drove Road, Portslade, BN41 2PA |
01273 421 921
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01273 421 420
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info@bhspeakout.org.uk
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www.bhsspeakout.org.uk
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Independent advocacy for adults with learning disabilties.
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Self referral, Social Services and various other referral routes. Please call for more details
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| Brighton Homeless Service, St John Ambulance |    |
16 Crowhurst Road, Brighton, BN1 8AP |
01273 371539
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07793 837588
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01273 371521
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lesley.heasman@sussex.sja.org.uk
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www.sja.org.uk
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We provide a primary health care service to homeless and vulnerably housed people across four sites in Brighton & Hove. We also have a podiatrist two or three times a month. We are able provide advocacy and also refer into other local agencies.
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Monday - First Base Day Centre 9.15 - 10.30, St Anne's Day Centre 10.45 - 12.00
Tuesday - St Patrick's Night Shelter 7pm - 8pm Thursday - Peace Statue 7pm -
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We also provide training to service users, staff and parents/carers.
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| Buckingham Road Community Mental Health Centre |  |
79 Buckingham Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3RJ |
01273 749500
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01273 204170
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Community resource for people with mental health problems. Services include: drop-in social activities (10am-4pm), café, information and advice etc. The Centre is a base for a range of voluntary groups. Self referral or via mental health workers
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Monday - Thursday: 9.30-5, Friday: 9.30am - 4.30pm.
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Drop-in and mental health professional referral
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| Carers' Centre for Brighton & Hove |  |
Community Base, 113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG |
01273 234045, TextPhone: 0770 4409155
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01273 234046
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info@thecarerscentre.org
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www.thecarerscentre.org
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Supporting and providing information to unpaid carers in the city of all ages, who look after someone because of ill health, disability, substance misuse or old age.
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9am - 5pm
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| Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Brighton & Hove |  |
1 Tisbury Road, Hove, BN3 4AH |
Adviceline: 0845 120 3710, Appointment line: 01273 733390
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www.brightonhovecab.org.uk
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General advice on any legal subject, with specialist help on complex issues. Offers various appointments & outreach appointments, drop ins and an advice line. Call for details
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Drop In Monday - Friday 9.15am - 11.15am
Info and Advice Line Monday - Friday 9.30am - 12 noon & afternoons Monday, Wednesday & Thursdays 1 -3.30pm
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| Clare Project |  |
Community Base113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG |
stephscott2@hotmail.com
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www.clareproject.org.uk
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The Clare Project aims to provide a safe and confidential place for people to explore issues surrounding their Gender identity.
Offers a weekly drop in
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Drop in service
Every Tuesday afternoon 2.30-5.30
Venue: Dorset Gardens Methodist Church
Dorset Gardens ( Off St James Street)
Brighton
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| Coming Off Psychiatric Medication |   |
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http://www.comingoff.com/
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Website that aims to give up to date information about psychiatric medication, how it functions and the withdrawal process.
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| Community HIV Specialist Team |   |
The Old MarketUpper Market Street, Hove, BN3 1AS |
01273 267 575
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01273 267 568
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Offer nursing support with home visits, health checks and information to help clients, their carers and partners make choices about their health and social care needs.
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9am - 5pm
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National Helpline, |
080 800 13 2 19
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www.connexions-direct.com
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www.connexions-direct.com
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Connexions Direct is part of the Connexions Service, providing information, advice and guidance for young people aged 13 - 19 (and up to 25 for those with special needs). It offers information on a wide range of topics as well as confidential advice and practical help. Connexions Direct Advisers are here to listen without judging and are available to talk to from 8a.m. to 2a.m., 7 days a week. All calls to Connexions Direct are free.
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Mon-Sun: 8a.m. - 2a.m.
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| Consumer Consultancy | |
31 Roundway, Coldean, Brighton, BN1 9AQ |
01273 380551
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concony@care2.com
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A UK social firm managed by people who use mental health services. Provides access to information and research, evaluates statutory and voluntary services and promotes the direct voices of those affected by policy
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11 St Georges Place, Brighton |
01273 607575
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01273 671496
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www.cri.org.uk
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The service provides help for drug and alcohol users. It uses brief motivational and solution focused interventions to help people consider alternatives to drug and alcohol use and to make changes towards a more balanced lifestyle with the opportunity to speak to specialist drug and alcohol workers on a one to one basis.
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Drop in times are : Mon,Tues,Thurs : 12 -5pm
Wed: 12 - 8pm Fri: 12 -4pm Sat : 10 -1pm
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Self referral
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advice & information,health and harm reduction advice, needle exchange,Hep C Vaccinations,DIP assessments and support,support groups, structured and peer led after care
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| Depression Alliance | |
35 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7JB |
020 7633 0557, Helpline: 0845 1232320
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020 7633 0559
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www.depressionalliance.org
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National charity offering support to those affected by depression. Services include information about diagnosis, treatments, self-help etc; local groups; campaigns and resource lists.
Brighton & Hove Depression Alliance meets every Wednesdays 7.30 - 9.00pm. The Priory Hospital, 14-18 New Church Road, Hove BN3 4FH
Contact Michaela: 07944 697986
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| East Brighton Community Mental Health Centre | |
Brighton General HospitalElm Grove, Brighton, BN2 3EW |
01273 696011
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Centre for people with mental health problems living in the community. A number of teams are based in the building including the access team, the recovery team, assertive outreach and the early intervention and pyschosis team. These teams provide a range of interventions to people with mental health difficulties living in the community. Facilities for voluntary groups, learning opportunities and a café. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Referrals via GP, CMHT or other mental health workers
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www.head-forward-west-sussex.info
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Head Forward is a comprehensive information gateway, covering general mental wellbeing topics as well as local mental health services and events run by any type of provider. It focuses on positive and practical ways to move forward from mental distress, and links general information to local services and events wherever possible. It provides unbiased information that is regularly updated and the editorial content is guaranteed to be independent and impartial.
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| Immigration Legal Service |  |
Community Base113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG |
01273 234755
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01273 234736
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advice@bht.org.uk
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A specialist team of solicitors and advisors, who provide specialist advice and representation on behalf of those whose legal entitlement to remain in the UK is uncertain and those seeking asylum in this country
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www.learning-opportunities.org.uk
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Designed for everyone interested in highter learning and skills.
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| Men Get Eating Disorders Too |   |
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sam@mengetedstoo.co.uk
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www.mengetedstoo.co.uk
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'Men get Eating Disorders too' is a website and publicity campaign for men who have been affected by eating disorders( Anorexia, Bulimia and Binge Eating) and associated exercise disorders( compulsive exercise and 'Bigorexia')
This site contains information and advice on eating disorders including definitions of what they are, the symptoms, treatment and support services available.
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Self
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| Migrant Advisory and Advocacy Service | |
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020 8571 7950
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Information, advice, advocacy services on immigration and nationality issues, asylum and refugee law, welfare benefits and housing rights. Also representations at tribunals
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0207 834 6650
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info@migrants.org.uk
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Advise and information service, education, training, English and computing courses, volunteering, social and childcare.
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| Mill View Hospital Resource Room | |
Mill View Hospital, Nevill Avenue, Hove, BN3 7HZ |
01273 621984 ext 2453
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millviewresourceroom@yahoo.com
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Provides advice and information for inpatients, outpatients, carers and staff on mental health issues including medication, services, the Mental Health Act. PCs available with internet access. Run by a Mind Project Worker and Volunteers
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Tuesday 10am - 12noon & fortnightly
1 - 3pm PC sessions, Wednesday & Thursday 2pm-4pm
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15-19 BroadwayLondon, E15 4BQ |
020 8519 2122, InfoLine: 0845 766 0163
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020 8522 1725
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contact@mind.org.uk
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www.mind.org.uk
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National charity working to create a better life for everyone experiencing mental distress
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Infoline: 9.15am-5.15pm.
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| National Migrant Helpline |  |
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01304 203977
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dover@migranthelpline.org
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www.migranthelpline.org.uk
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Provides advice and support to newly arrived assylum seekers to help them access support from The National Asylum Support Service.
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The Allen Centre, 60 Sackville Gardens, Hove, BN3 4GH |
01273 265626
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New Horizions is a friendly and informal place for people who have experienced mental health problems, their carers and friends to come to gain support, advice, information and meet new people.
Staff are available to offer support, provide information and advice.
A range of groups and activites take place within the centre and in community settings.
There is an Art Studio that is available to use.
A Cafe is open from 10am - 1.30pm serving toast and snacks, a hot lunch is available between 12pm -1.30pm
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Opening hours
Monday 10 am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm
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| NO PANIC | |
93 Brands Farm Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 2JQ |
FREEPHONE 0808 808 0545 10-00 am TO 10-00 pm, EVERY DAY, STAFFED BY TRAINED VOLUNTEERS.
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ceo@nopanic.org.uk
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www.nopanic.org.uk
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No Panic is a totally voluntary charity, whose aims are to aid the relief and rehabilitation of those people suffering from Panic Attacks, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, other related Anxiety Disorders, including Tranquilliser Withdrawal, and to provide support to sufferers and their families and or carers.
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34 Hartham Road,, London, N7 9JL |
0808 1807 223
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pacehelpline@pace.dircon.co.uk
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www.pacehealth.org
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The Helpline is part of the Pace Family Service. It offers email and phone support to anyone in the UK dealing with issues related to being lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans and being in families and/or relationships. We support both LGBT and heterosexual partners / family members.
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Monday 9.30am - 12.30pm
Thursday 3.30pm - 6.30pm
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Helpline open to callers. Referrals may be made to other services within Pace or organisations / resources if appropriate.
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Ad hoc support and structured phone counselling (up to six weekly telephone counselling sessions) are available.
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| PAPYRUS prevention of young suicide |   |
Lodge House, Thompson Park, Ormerod Road, Burnley BB11 2RU |
01282 432 555
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01282 432 777
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admin@papyrus-uk.org
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http://www.papyrus-uk.org
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The PAPYRUS national confidential helpline- HOPELineUK 0800 068 41 41- gives support and practical advice to young people worried about themselves and to anyone else concerned that a young person they know may be at risk of harming themselves
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HOPELine
Mon-Fri 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Weekends 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
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N/A
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520 Highgate Studios, 53 -79 Highgate Road, London, NW5 1TL |
0808 800 2222
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parentsupport@parentlineplus.org.uk
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www.parentlineplus.org.uk
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Parentline Plus is the leading provider of parent support in the country. Our flagship service 'Parentline' is a free confidential, 24 hour, parent to parent phone line for anyone in a parenting role. We also have a highly informative and interactive website and an email support service
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24 hours every day
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| Partnership Community Safety Team |  |
162 North StreetBrighton, BN1 1EA |
01273 294646
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communitysafety@brighton-hove.gov.uk
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www.safeinthecity.net
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Advice and support for victims of anti-social behaviour, racism, homophobia, transphobia and domestic violence.
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Drop in Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10am - 1pm.
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Self -referral
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http://psychcentral.com
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Internet mental health social network created and run by mental health professionals. The site has lots of useful resources, recommended books and quizzes.
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| Refugee Action | |
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020 7654 7700
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www.refugee-action.org.uk
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Assisting refugees in condition of need, hardship and distress, advice and support to asylum seekers who are dispersed without choice to the North West, East Midlands, South Central and South West Home office regions.
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| Refugee Arrivals Project | |
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0208 607 6888
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Elizabeth.little@refugee-arrivals.or
g.uk
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www.refugee-arrivals.org.uk
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Assistance and support services to new applicant asylum seekers and refugees.
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020 7820 3000
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info@refugeecouncil.org.uk
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www.refugeecouncil.org.uk
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Practical advice given, promoting refugees rights in UK and abroad. Provides vocational training courses, English as a second language, support and orientation into UK work culture and job search methods, employment preparation courses, advice and guidance.
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| Refugee Legal Centre | |
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020 7378 6242
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rlc@refugee-legal-centre.org.uk
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www.refugee-legal-centre.org.uk
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Providing legal advice and representation free of charge to asylum seekers and refugees
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020 7820 3606
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Providing counselling/psychotherapy to refugees and asylum seekers. Adressing unmet mental health needs of especially vulnerable groups such as elderly refugees and children
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020 7272 2565
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info@refugeetherapy.org.uk
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www.refugeetherapy.org.uk
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Councelling, pschotherapy, and associated treatment for children, adolescents and young refugee asylum seekers and their families.
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| RISE (formerly Women's Refuge Project) |  |
PO Box 889, Brighton, BN2 1GH |
01273 622822
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0751 502 7094 (Events Organiser)
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info@womensrefuge.org.uk
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www.rise.org.uk
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Rise offers advice,advocacy,support and crisis accommodation for women,children and young people affected by domestic abuse.
We run specialist training courses on domestic abuse awareness for professionals and preventative education in schools.
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Monday to Thursday 9-5pm Friday 9-4.30pm
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All social care professionals can make a referral direct. Individuals can self refer. Refuge accommodation is mainly arranged through the council
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| Sad Association (SADA) | |
PO Box 989Steyning, West Sussex, BN44 3HG |
01903 814942
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01903 879939
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www.sada.org.uk
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A voluntary organisation and registered charity which informs the public and health professionals about SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), and supports and advises sufferers.
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0800 085 6087
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www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk
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Helpline offering advice, information and signposting for refugees and asylum seekers and for agencies working with them
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5 Baring Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks, HP9 2NB |
01494 687600 Minicom: 01494 687626
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01494 687622
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info@signhealth.org.uk
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www.signhealth.org.uk
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SignHealth, The Healthcare Charity for Deaf people, is committed to bringing better healthcare and equality of service provision to deaf people in the UK. We provide housing, advocacy, outreach, counselling and day services, all within a British Sign Language supported enviroment.
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Head Office 9 to 5pm
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| SPIN ( Single Parent Information Network) | |
Basement Flat, 151 Ditchling Rise, Brighton, BN1 4QQ |
01273 675773
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0794 8971 559
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office@spinbrighton.org
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www.spinbrighton.org
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Information and signposting for single parents (men abd women with sole or shared care of their children); projects and social meetups; face to face support and by e mail/telephone; free tickets to events; regular bulletins by e mail
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10.00-14.00 hrs Monday to Friday
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Yes
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Internet group sending regular bulletins
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18 Exeter StreetBrighton, BN1 5PG |
01273 549203
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stlukesadvice@yahoo.co.uk
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www.stlukesadviceservice.org.uk
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An advice service offering free, unhurried advice mainly in relation to debt and welfare / housing benefits. We complete DLA forms in relation to many conditions including mental illness.
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Telephone Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings between 10.00 and 13.00 hours. Mainly by appointment but, depending on resources, we can sometimes offer advice over the telephone or through drop in.
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0300 5000 101
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The Sussex Mental Healthline is a telephone service providing support and information to anyone experiencing mental health problems.
The service is also available to carers and health care professionals
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Monday - Friday 5pm - 9am
Weekends & Bank Holidays 24 Hours
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| Sussex Partnership Trust | |
Brighton General Hospital, Elm Grove, Brighton, BN2 3EW |
01273 696011 ext 3115, TextTel: 01273 601518
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01273 698312
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Sussex Partnership Trust providing community, mental health, rehabilitation and children's services for people living mainly in the Brighton and Hove area
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| Terrence Higgins Trust South | |
61 Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AE |
01273 764200, Direct Helpline: 0845 12 21 200
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01273 764201
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info.south@tht.org.uk
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www.tht.org.uk
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Services for people living with HIV, their friends/partners/families, and people who think they are at risk of HIV. Offers advice, drop-in, gay men's info, counselling, hardship funds and support. Come and lend us a hand stuffing condom packs every Thursday 7-9pm at our office in Ship Street.
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Drop-in: Monday 2pm - 6pm & Thursday 6pm - 10pm. Directline: Monday - Friday 10am - 10pm, Saturday & Sunday: 12noon - 6pm
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| The Clocktower Sanctuary Day Centre | |
14 Dyke Road, Brighton, BN1 3FE |
01273 722 353
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01273 735 802
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ctsbrighton@btconnect.com
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www.theclocktowersanctuary.org.uk
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Day centre for homeless 16-25 year olds providing a support and advice service.
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Saturdays and Mondays 11-3pm Tuesdays - Fridays 11-5pm
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| The World Fellowship for Schizophrenia and Allied Disorders (WFSAD) | |
19 MacPherson Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5R 1W7 |
Canada
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info@world-schizophrenia.org
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http://www.world-schizophrenia.org/
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The World Fellowship for Schizophrenia and Allied Disorders (WFSAD) is a global grassroots organization dedicated to lightening the burden of schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses for sufferers and their families.
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Unit 11, Riverside Business Centre, Brighton Road, Shoreham BN43 6RE |
0845 389 9528
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www.victimsupport.org.uk
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Free and confidential service. Providing emotional support and practical help to victims of crime living in Sussex & Surrey.
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8am - 8pm
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Self-referrals, via the police or other agencies
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| West Recovery Team | |
Millview Hospital, Nevill Avenue, Hove, BN3 7HZ |
01273 696011
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Co-ordinates specialist services for people with mental health problems living in the community via a team of social workers, psychiatrists, psychologists and CPNs. Services include: advice, assessment, care planning and support. Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm Referrals GPs, mental health, health and social care workers
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| Young People's Centre (YPC) | |
69 Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AE |
01273 230130
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ypc@impact-initiatives.org.uk
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www.ypc-impact.org.uk
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Free, informal and confidential services for young people aged 13-25. Services include: internet, IT training, sexual health advice, housing advice, counselling, peer education & café
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Sexual Health Clinic: Monday: 3.30pm - 5.30pm; Drop-In/Internet: Monday 5pm - 8pm, Wednesday & Thursday 3pm - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 1pm. Housing Advice: Thursday 3pm - 6pm
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Young people only
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48-50 St John Street, London, EC1M 4DG |
0808 802 5544
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parents@youngminds.org.uk
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www.youngminds.org.uk/parents
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The YoungMinds Parents Helpline provides free and confidential support to anyone worried about the emotional problems or behaviour of a child or young person under 25. Trained helpline advisers are able to provide further information, explore concerns, and discuss the types of service available.
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Monday -Friday 10am - 4pm
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Self-referrals
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| Youth Advice Centre (YAC) | |
65 Blatchington Road, Hove, BN3 3YJ |
01273 889292
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01273 889833
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yacservices@hoveymca.org.uk
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www.hoveymca.org.uk
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Safe, friendly and informal space for young people (13-25) to access a range of services: sexual health advice, free condoms, pregnancy testing, chlamydia testing, counselling (by appointment), mediation, job search, housing advice, substance misuse advice etc.
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Connect Club (16-19 years) Monday 11am - 2pm, Wednesday 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 5pm. Information & Advice Drop-in, any issue and sexual health Monday - Friday 3pm - 6pm.
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Young people only
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| Youth Advocacy & Participation | |
1st Floor, Ovest House, 58 West Street, BN1 2RA |
01273 295510, 0800 0524 280
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01273 295529
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www.bhyap.org.uk
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Service for looked after young people and those receiving social care services. Offers advocacy, independent visitors. Facilitates groups for young people in the wider community to have a voice with decision makers
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