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CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)Self-help Men only Help outside 9am-5pm Helpline 
Tel:0800 58 58 58
Website: www.calmzone.net
About: A helpline aimed at young men 15 - 35 offering information,support and advice. Calls are confidential and free from landlines
Hours: Sat - Tues 5pm til Midnight
 

CAMHSCounselling / therapy Younger people (under 25) 
St Stephen's House, 45a Borough Street, Brighton, BN1 3BG
Tel:01273 327221
Fax: 01273 321375
About: Service for families, children and young people up to 18 years old with mental health issues, behavioural difficulties and emotional problems. Referrals through any route. Please call the above number.
Hours: Office hours: Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 5pm.
 

Care Co-operativesDisabilities Finance / employment Social / leisure activities 
Unit 5H, Westergate Business Centre, Westergate Road, Moulsecoomb, Brighton, BN2 4QN
Tel:01273 685300
Fax: 01273 687550
Email: info@careco-ops.org.uk
Website: www.careco-ops.org.uk
About: Various support services for adults with mental Health issues and /or a learning disability. We offer a structured Therapeutic Group Programme, Womens’ Drop In, and a Floating Housing Support Service. Opportunities for learning, training, voluntary work, work placements and Social Enterprise start up currently offered through the Routeway Project for local disadvantaged people, a focus on supporting those with mental health support needs. Care Co-ops supports person centred approaches.
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9.30am - 4pm
 

CarelineSelf-help Bereavement Counselling / therapy Helpline Help outside 9am-5pm Nationally based 
Cardinal Heenan Centre, 326 - 328 High Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1QP
Tel:020 8514 5444
Email: info@carelineUK.org
Website: www.carelineuk.org
About: Careline aim to relieve mental suffering no matter where you live. Our highly trained counsellors are experienced in supporting you through issues that include bullying, rape, divorce, preparing for death, bereavement, living with critical illness, emotional heartbreak and seperation.
Hours: Office hours 9 - 5pm, helpline hours as below
Other: Crisis telephone helpline 0845 122 8622 Monday to Friday 10am - 10pm
 

Carers' Centre for Brighton & HoveCarers Advice / advocacy 
Community Base, 113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG
Tel:01273 234045, TextPhone: 0770 4409155
Fax: 01273 234046
Email: info@thecarerscentre.org
Website: www.thecarerscentre.org
About: 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.
Hours: 9am - 5pm
 

Carr-Gomm SocietyResidential 
Community Base, 113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG
Tel:01273 234762
Fax: 01273 234769
Email: infosouth@carr-gomm.org.uk
Website: www.carr-gomm.org.uk
About: Offers shared housing in a community setting for people with support needs
 

Casualty
Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5BE
Tel:01273 696955 Ext 4261
About: Local accident & emergency department
 

Central Access TeamCounselling / therapy 
4 St Peter's PlaceBrighton, BN1 4SA
Tel:01273 624885
Fax: 01273 626423
About: Psychological assessment, therapy, counselling, advice and supervision. Specialist services available for women traumatised in childhood, men who have been abused, assaulted or raped, eating disorders, post traumatic stress disorders
Hours: Office: 9am-5pm. Clinics: 5pm - 9pm by appointment
Referrals: GP/social worker/health professional
 

Centre for Armenian Information and AdviceBlack or ethnic minorities Nationally based 
Tel:020 8992 4621
Email: info@caia.org.uk
Website: www.caia.org.uk
About: Provides direct and indirect assistance to the most disadvantaged sections of London’s Armenian community, in particular refugees. Undertake casework for individuals and families to enable them to gain their various rights. Operate afternoon clubs for senior citizens and an Armenian language pre school, youth club half term and summer vacation projects for children 3-13. organising English language classes for adults who cannot speak English.
 

ChildLineSelf-help Younger people (under 25) Helpline 
Tel:0800 1111, TextPhone: 0800 400222
Website: www.childline.org.uk
About: National, free, confidential helpline for all children and young people with any problem
Hours: Open 24 hours every day.
 

Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Brighton & HoveFinance / employment Advice / advocacy 
1 Tisbury Road, Hove, BN3 4AH
Tel:Adviceline: 0845 120 3710, Appointment line: 01273 733390
Website: www.brightonhovecab.org.uk
About: 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
Hours: 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
 

CitylightWomen only Counselling / therapy Helpline Help outside 9am-5pm Self-help Social / leisure activities 
21-23 Clarendon Villas, Hove, BN3 3RE
Tel:01273 221140
Email: office@citylight.org.uk
Website: www.citylight.org.uk
About: Citylight offers holistic support services to women working in the sex industry and victims of sex trafficking. Service includes: emotional support, advice and signposting, counselling, sexual health advice, assistance in accessing training, employment or education, and complimentary self-defence classes, dance classes, art therapy etc.
Hours: Drop-in: Complementary Beauty Therapy. Every Thursday, 4-7pm at the Clarendon Centre, New England Street, Brighton, BN1 4GQ. Telephone support line, Monday 7-9.30pm: 0845 873 6624
Referrals: Please call on 01273 221 140
Other: This service is for women only
 

Clare ProjectAdvice / advocacy Gender 
Community Base113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG
Email: stephscott2@hotmail.com
Website: www.clareproject.org.uk
About: 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
Hours: Drop in service Every Tuesday afternoon 2.30-5.30 Venue: Dorset Gardens Methodist Church Dorset Gardens ( Off St James Street) Brighton
 

Coming Off Psychiatric MedicationAdvice / advocacy Self-help Web-based services 
Website: http://www.comingoff.com/
About: Website that aims to give up to date information about psychiatric medication, how it functions and the withdrawal process.
 

Community BaseResources or training 
113 Queen's Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG
Tel:01273 234002
Email: reception@communitybase.org
Website: www.communitybase.org
About: A home for community and voluntary groups in Brighton and Hove which provides a friendly, supportive environment where all groups can work together, share their expertise and provide much needed services
Hours: 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday
Other: Community Base also has 3 web based resources: Brighton and Hove Volunteer www.communitybase.org/volunteersearch Brighton and Hove Service www.communitybase.org/servicesearch Brighton and Hove Venue www.communitybase.org/venuesearch
 

Community HIV Specialist TeamSubstance use issues Lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgender Housing & homeless Counselling / therapy Advice / advocacy HIV / AIDS 
The Old Market, Upper Market Street, Hove, BN3 1AS
Tel:01273 267 575
Fax: 01273 267 568
About: 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.
Hours: 9am - 5pm
 

Compassionate FriendsHelp outside 9am-5pm Helpline Bereavement 
53 North StreetBristol, BS3 1EN
Tel:Helpline: 08451 20 23 04,
Fax: 08451 203 786
Email: helpline@tcf.org.uk (office)
Website: www.tcf.org.uk
About: A charitable organisation of bereaved parents offering support, understanding and encouragement to parents and their immediate family after the death of their child/children of any age and from any cause. UK served by Local Contacts and, in many areas, Support Groups. Phone helpline for details.
Hours: Helpline : 10am to 4pm and 7pm to 10pm, 7 days a week
Referrals: Varied: Self (or professional- GP: Social Workers: Therapists: Police etc.)
Other: Helpline provides phone support and information for parents and those helping them. Other support: Website Forum: Leaflets: Quaterly Journal: Postal Library: Retreats and annual gathering.
 

Connexions DirectYounger people (under 25) Help outside 9am-5pm Self-help Helpline Advice / advocacy 
National Helpline
Tel:080 800 13 2 19
Email: www.connexions-direct.com
Website: www.connexions-direct.com
About: 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.
Hours: Mon-Sun: 8a.m. - 2a.m.
 

Connexions PlusYounger people (under 25) 
We have drop - in centres across Brighton & Hove. Please call 01273 294247 for your nearest Connexions Plus Centre.,
Tel:01273 294247
Email: connexionsplus@brighton-hove.gov.uk
Website: www.connexionsplus.co.uk
About: Connexions Plus offers free information, advice, guidance and support to young people 13-19 years of age (up to 25 if you have special needs). Connexions advisers can help with jobs, education, money and benefits, relationships, health and local activities.
Hours: Please call for opening times at your nearest centre.
 

Consumer ConsultancyAdvice / advocacy Self-help 
31 Roundway, Coldean, Brighton, BN1 9AQ
Tel:01273 380551
Email: concony@care2.com
About: 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
 

Counselling DirectoryWeb-based services Counselling / therapy 
Manor Coach House, Church Hill, Aldershot, Hampshire GU12 4RQ
Tel:0844 8030 240 (Lo-call rate) 9am - 5pm Monday -Friday
Website: www.counselling-directory.org.uk
About: Counselling Directory lists qualified/registered counsellors and psychotherapists. Every member must send them copies of their qualifications and insurance cover or must be registered with a recognised professional body.
 

Creative Future - Drop in Writing GroupSocial / leisure activities Self-help 
Community Mental Health Centre, 79 Buckingham Road, Brighton, BN1 3RJ
Website: www.creativefuture.org.uk
About: Open to all whatever level of experience. A chance to experiment, work on longer pieces, get feedback and express yourself. Run by a professional author and experienced facilitator.
Hours: Every last Friday in the month 2 - 4pm Starts 29th January until September Dining Room, 1st Floor
 

CRISubstance use issues Help outside 9am-5pm Crime / offending issues Advice / advocacy Counselling / therapy 
11 St Georges Place, Brighton
Tel:01273 607575
Fax: 01273 671496
Website: www.cri.org.uk
About: 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.
Hours: Drop in times are : Mon,Tues,Thurs : 12 -5pm Wed: 12 - 8pm Fri: 12 -4pm Sat : 10 -1pm
Referrals: Self referral
Other: advice & information,health and harm reduction advice, needle exchange,Hep C Vaccinations,DIP assessments and support,support groups, structured and peer led after care
 

Cruse Bereavement CareCounselling / therapy Bereavement 
Community Base, 113 Queens Road, BN1 3XG
Tel:01273 234007 Day by Day help helpline 0844 477 9400
Email: brighton@cruse.org.uk
Website: www.crusebereavementcare.org.uk
About: Offers information and support to anyone who has been affected by a death. Services include one-2-one counselling, drop-in, service information, social support and practical advice.
Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays. Brighton line opening hours: 9.30am-12.30pm, National line opening hours: 9.30am-5pm The Drop-in is on Wednesday mornings 10am to 12.15. The first hour is for newcomers.
 

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