As we approach the Christmas break, we are aware that some of our students and families can struggle with their mental health and wellbeing over the festive period. With the usual support from school not available, we have compiled a list of contacts that may be able to provide some help:

Kooth.com - an online community to help teenagers with their mental wellbeing

Talk zone Text 07786511111 - advice and support for young people’s issues

Talk online Lancashire.gov.uk/youthzone Call 0800 511111 – advice and support for young people’s issues

Young Minds Text YM to 85258 – mental health support

Childline 08001111 – support and advice for children and teenagers

Casher 07810 696565 – local support for mental health issues such as self-harm and suicidal thoughts

CAMHS 01253 957160 - support for mental health issues

Samaritans call 116 123 - help, advice and support for a range of issues for all ages

Anxiety UK Text 07537 416 90 – specific support for anxiety issues