NSPCC Building Connections
Building Connections is an online service for young people up to the age of 19, empowering them to find a way through loneliness. Young people work with a trained befriender, who guides them and champions them each step of the way. Building Connections gives young people tools that can help them build their confidence and
No Panic (over 18s)
Those who are 18 years old and older can receive confidential support across the UK. We can help and support those living with panic attacks, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD) and other related anxiety disorders. No Panic also provides support for the carers of people who suffer from anxiety disorders. There are also resources on
No Panic (under 18s)
Under 18s can receive support with anxiety, panic, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder or any other anxiety related problem. There is a youth hub with resources on the website as well as advice for parents
NHS Mental Health Services
Call for free and you can get advice through their website. If you go through the 111 website above and answer the questions, someone will call you back. They assist people of all ages to find the best place to get help if you cannot contact your GP during the day, or when your GP
National Bullying Helpline
The National Bullying Helpline is a national confidential volunteering service that will listen to people of all ages. You can discuss topics such as bullying in school, workplace bullying, gaslighting or anything else in relation to bullying. There is some advice and help guides for people of all ages on their website. The helpline is
MindEd
At its heart, MindEd provides practical knowledge that gives adults confidence to identify a mental health issue and act swiftly, meaning better outcomes for the child or young person involved. Advice on depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-harm and more
Mind
Offers advice and support to people of all ages. You can use our website to find your local crisis team, advice on how to cope in a crisis if it is not an emergency, and support materials for young people. If you are not a native English speaker Mind can provide an interpreter, you just
Kidscape
This confidential service provides parents a space to help when a child is being bullied, in any context. The helpline is there to support parents, carers and family members who are concerned about a child who is being bullied. Parents / carers are in charge of what they want to share. The Parent Support Advisor
Family Lives
Help for people of all ages with all aspects of family life such as bonding with your new baby, dealing with tantrums, positive discipline, bullying, communicating with teens and divorce and separation. We provide a helpline, advice website, live chat and parenting/relationship support groups
West Midlands Violence Reduction Partnership
The Partnership aims to reduce violent crime and has a team within Sandwell. We benefit from the expertise of partners in public health, criminal justice, sports, education and policing in order to take a collaborative approach. The Partnership Helping Communities Fund supports programmes based on local community needs. This includes children and young adult’s up