Please do write to me, and share in detail what you would like to discuss. If you are looking for help or support, please scroll down this page to find a few recommendations that might help.
Emma Jane Taylor
Emma Jane created a support page to signpost anyone feeling vulnerable. If you notice any out of date information or would like to add your support resources please contact Emma-Jane via her Contacts page
ChildLine
http://www.childline.org.uk
Childline provide support and counselling for anyone up to the age of 18. Childline can discuss anything of concern. Helpline: 0800 11 11 (lines open 24 hours)
The Mix
http://www.themix.org.uk/
Offers support via helpline, email and confidential 1-2-1 chat to young people (up to 25), to help find the correct support or information, whatever the problem.
Helpline: 0808 808 4994 (lines open Sunday – Saturday 4pm – 11pm)
1-2-1 Chat: (online Sunday – Saturday 4pm – 11pm)
Domestic Violence
https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/home-families/family-relationships/domestic-abuse/
Information and support from Childline for children affected by violence in the family.
Brook on Consent
https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/consent
Includes information on the age of consent, your rights and sexual harassment.
Exam Stress – The Calm Zone
https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/get-help/exam-stress/?gclid=CJCVppexur4CFdShtAodbl4ACA
Information on dealing with exam stress.
Festival Safe
https://www.festivalsafe.com/
Useful information for first time festival goers and new stuff for hardened veterans.
Anger issues
http://www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/looking-after-yourself/dealing-with-anger-6631.html
Advice on dealing with feelings of anger. Learn how to be assertive and not aggressive.
Patient UK – body image
https://patient.info/health/body-dysmorphic-disorder-leaflet
Information on Body Dysmorphic Disorder.
Missing People – Runaways
http://www.missingpeople.org.uk
Missing People offer support advice to anyone who is missing or has run away, and the families of those missing. Helpline: 116 000 (lines open 24 hours) Text: 116 000 Email: 116000@missingpeople.org.uk
Spurgeons
http://www.spurgeons.org/
In partnership with local authorities, Spurgeons support vulnerable children and their families to find solutions to challenges faced.
Email: info@spurgeons.org
Catch 22
http://www.catch-22.org.uk/Whatwedo
Catch 22 work in towns and cities across England and Wales to support young people, including offender rehabilitation.
NYAS
http://www.nyas.net/
NYAS provide advice and legal representation to children, young people and vulnerable adults. Advisors are available to discuss various issues including parental divorce.
Helpline: 0808 808 1001 (lines open Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm)
Email: help@nyas.net
Hope Support Services
http://www.hopesupport.org.uk/
Support for young people aged 11-25 who have a family member diagnosed with a life-threatening illness.
Action For Children
http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/ (opens in a new window)
Action for Children supports vulnerable children, young people and their families during difficult times, such as parental separation.
You & Co
https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/help-and-support/young-victims-crime
Victim Support’s help for young people coping with the impact and effects of crime. You do not have to report the crime to the police to get support.
The Children’s Society
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-is-county-lines
Information, advice and links to help children and young people who are at risk of, or victims of child criminal exploitation or county lines drug trafficking.
Knife Free
https://www.knifefree.co.uk/
The possible results of carrying a knife and encouragement to go knife free.
Gangsline
https://www.gangsline.com/
Information on how being a member of a gang can impact on you and your family for the rest of your life.
Government Information – Marriage and Civil Partnership
https://www.gov.uk/marriages-civil-partnerships/overview
Government information on the legal age of marriage and parental permission in the UK.
Coram Children’s Legal Centre
http://www.childrenslegalcentre.com/
Providing information and representation to children, young people, their families and carers.
Young Minds
http://www.youngminds.org.uk
Young Minds support young people on a range of mental health issues.
Yes, Emma Jane Taylor launched a safe-space on Facebook for survivors of CSA - all the details can be found via the NotMyShame website >>> the support group/page is monitored and managed by survivors, all doing what they can to stabilise the most vulnerable amongst them.
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