Useful links
BEAT
The Leading UK Charity giving support for people and their families with eating disorders. Including; Anorexia Nervosa, Binge Eating and Bulimia.
Studentline: 0808 801 0811
www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Cheddar Patient Group
Critical friend of Cheddar Medical Centre. We are independent and patient-focused.
cheddarpatientgroup.co.uk
In Charlie’s Memory
A local charity proving education and support for making mental health matter for young people.
www.incharleysmemory.org.uk
Frank
Glossary of Drugs and advice if you are worried about somebody else. Live Chat option from 2-6pm and e mail services also.
www.talktofrank.com
Heads Together
Charity of the Duke and Duchess of Cambride to support young people facing mental health issues.
https://www.headstogether.org.uk
Mind
Confidential support around any mental health issue. Textline: 86463
Tel: 0300 123 3393
www.mind.org.uk/information-support/helplines/
The Mix
Essential Mental Health Support for Under 25’s. Advice about sex, drugs, money and relationships.
www.themix.org.uk
NHS Moodzone
Practical advice and interactive tools to explore your mental health.
www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression
Papyrus
Confidential and practical support from trained suicide prevention advisers. Closes at 10pm every night. Service is for any age.
Hopeline: 0800 0684141
www.papyrus-uk.org
Rethink
Information, Advice and Guidance regarding mental illness. Find support in your area and read various guides from the A-Z of mental illness.
www.rethink.org
Samaritans
We offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal. No age limit.
www.samaritans.org
SWEDA
Support for anyone affected by an eating disorder. Based in Shepton Mallet. Monthly support groups and confidential support.
www.swedauk.org
Terence Higgins Trust
Sexual Health Advice and Information and a free direct helpline. Online advice and counselling.
Tel: 0808 802 1221
www.tht.org.uk
Tellmi
Tellmi is a safe, anonymous app where you can talk about absolutely anything. From anxiety to autism, dating to depression, or self-harm to self-esteem, sharing your experiences with our awesome community helps you to feel better. Our moderators check everything to keep you safe and our in-house counsellors are always on hand if you need extra support.
www.tellmi.help
Young Minds
Support for Parents and Young People coping with mental health issues.
https://youngminds.org.uk
Digital Support
Booster Buddy
Designed to help teens and young adults improve their mental health.
Free on both IOS & Android
Calm
Named the best App of 2017. Sleep stories, guided meditation and relaxing music.
Free on both IOS & Android.
Happify
Psychologist approved mood training program. Train your brain to overcome negative thoughts.
Free on both IOS & Android
Headspace
Learn the skills of mindfulness and meditation for a few hours a day,
Available on both IOS & Android.
Lifesum
App for all things healthy living. Allows you to set personal goals and provides reminders regarding your goals.
Free on IOS & Android.
Moodtools
Videos to improve mood and behavior, this app is targeted at those with depression.
Free on both IOS & Android
Rise up and Recover
Tracks eating patterns and logs food plans. Coping strategies and can print as a PDF.
Free on both IOS & Android
SAM
Build your own 24 hour anxiety toolkit. Perfect if meditation isn’t for you.
Free on both IOS & Android
What’s Up
CBT to cope with Anxiety, stress and depression. Attempts to log negative thinking patterns.
Free on both IOS & Android
Covid-19 related
Better Health, Every Mind Matters campaign
https://campaignresources.phe.gov.uk/resources/campaigns/111-better-health—every-mind-matters
Test & Trace, Alternative Resources
https://coronavirusresources.phe.gov.uk/Test-and-Trace/resources/alternativeresources/
Government information
https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus
NHS information
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
How to make your own face fovering
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-wear-and-make-a-cloth-face-covering
Resources for Eating Disorders
NHS England have shared the attached leaflets with us to help support patients/carers that are on the eating disorder waiting list.
Other
Somerset Wellbeing and Learning Community (Recovery College)
www.somersetwlc.co.uk,
https://www.facebook.com/SomersetWALC
Somerset Recovery Partners
https://www.facebook.com/Somerset-Recovery-Partners-109896437306904
Somerset Community Connect
www.somersetcommunityconnect.org.uk
Mental Health and Wellbeing Help for Young People and Families
PDF help sheet