Useful contacts
Providing 1 :1 counselling for people experiencing problems with their own gambling or that of a family member.
tinyurl.com/5a63ejye
Aims to improve later life for everyone through information and advice, campaigns, products, training and research.
www.ageuk.org.uk
Confidential information and support for families and friends of drug and alcohol users.
www.adfam.org.uk
The national charity for women and families affected by Postpartum Psychosis.
www.app-network.org
Working to transform lives of people with learning disabilities.
www.buildingcirclesglos.org.uk
Services include day centres for people with dementia, respite relief and a luncheon club.
www.brunelcare.org.uk
Working to ensure people with learning disabilities are valued equally, participate fully in their communities and are treated with dignity and respect.
www.bild.org.uk
We work together with the people of Gloucestershire to bring the county closer together, exploding myths about disability and mental health.
www.barnwoodtrust.org
Support, advice and information for children, young people and adults when someone dies.
www.cruse.org.uk
Support for carers and the people they care for.
www.crossroadscandeg.org.uk
Help, support and advice for young people (16-25) and their families.
www.ccprojects.org.uk
Counselling Directory aims to be the leading service for providing counselling advice and information – connecting those in distress with the largest support network in the UK
Free, independent and confidential advice on issues including consumer problems, debt, personal and family affairs, housing and welfare benefits.
www.citizensadvice-stroudandcotswold.org.ukFree, independent and confidential advice on issues including consumer problems, debt, personal and family affairs, housing and welfare benefits.
www.herefordshirecab.org.uk
Free, independent and confidential advice on issues including consumer problems, debt, personal and family affairs, housing and welfare benefits.
www.gloucestercab.org.uk
Free, independent and confidential advice on issues including consumer problems, debt, personal and family affairs, housing and welfare benefits.
www.forestofdeancab.co.uk
CGL Gloucestershire is a free and confidential drug and alcohol service for adults (including offenders), families, carers and affected others.
We provide information, support, advice and treatment options from three main hubs across the county – Cheltenham, Gloucester and Stroud. We also work from a range of other locations including pharmacies and community venues.
www.changegrowlive.org/content/cgl-gloucestershire
Helping people with Down’s syndrome to live full and rewarding lives.
www.downs-syndrome.org.uk
Government information about services, carers’ rights, benefits advice and respite care.
www.direct.gov.uk
Providing help and support in all aspects of family life.
www.familylives.org.uk
Works to improve the quality of life for people who face complex challenges in society.
www.guideposts.org.uk
Support for young people aged eight to 25 whose lives are affected by caring for a family member.
www.glosyoungcarers.org.uk
Tacking tackle domestic abuse and encouraging healthy relationships
www.glostakeastand.com
Supports carers by providing volunteers to provide carers with respite break.
www.gloslifestyles.co.uk
Service for children and young people in Gloucestershire.
www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/childrenInformation and help for adults and older people, their carers and relatives.
www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/adults
Provided by PeoplePlus
www.gloucestershirecarershub.co.uk
0300 111 9000
Gloucester Supported Housing
Online guide to services, organisations and activities for children and young people, parents and carers.
www.glosfamiliesdirectory.org.uk
Provides face-to-face and over the phone support to those with gambling problems.
www.gamcare.org.uk
The consumer champion for health and social care in England.
www.healthwatchgloucestershire.co.uk
Herefordshire based help and support for people affected by brain injury.
www.herefordshire-headway.co.uk/Gloucestershire based help and support for people affected by brain injury.
www.headwaygloucestershire.org.uk/
Support for individuals, families and communities with concerns about mental health, alcohol or drugs.
www.independencetrust.co.uk
Our focus is championing people of all ages, whatever their disability, including people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, sensory impairment and mental ill health. We are a registered charity and user-led organisation, run by people with disabilities for people with disabilities.
Information on postnatal depression and perinatal mental health.
www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-healthAims to improve the quality of life of anyone with a mental health problem through access to sport in the local community.
www.herefordshire-mind.org.uk/get-set-to-go.asp
Information, advice and support for people with mental illness and their carers.
www.mind.org.uk
If you’re worried about an urgent medical concern, call 111 and speak to a fully trained adviser. For less urgent health needs, contact your GP or local pharmacist.
www.nhs.uk/111
Next Steps is a website from the Dementia Change Action Network.
It is for anyone waiting for a memory assessment appointment as well as carers, family members and organisations who support them.
An organisation working to enable people at risk of exclusion to live the life they choose.
www.ndti.org.uk
Information and advice on how to support someone who needs help managing their financial affairs
www.publicguardian.gov.uk
Free and confidential advice, support and liaison for people using NHS services including help in resolving individual concerns.
www.ghc.nhs.uk/get-in-touch/give-us-views/
Charity campaigning for the rights of people with mental health problems and their carers.
www.rethink.org
Rehab 4 Addiction was founded to assist those affected by substance misuse and their loved ones. We offer a range of services and help signpost you to the most effective treatments.
www.rehab4addiction.co.uk/country-wide/drug-alcohol-rehab-cheltenham
Supporting adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
uksobs.org
The National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK is a compassionate and understanding lifeline for those grappling with their mental well-being or thoughts of suicide. Our lines are open every day from 6 pm until midnight, offering a safe haven for anyone who needs someone to talk to.
www.spuk.org.uk/national-suicide-prevention-helpline-uk/
Stroud Supported Housing
Information about mental health in pregnancy.
www.tommys.org/pregnancy-information/im-pregnant/mental-health-during-and-after-pregnancy
TIC+
01594 372777
hello@talkwell.org.uk
Counselling, Support and Care for Young People and Families
www.ticplus.org.uk
The Samaritans are available 24 hours a day to anyone who needs to talk.
www.samaritans.org
The the only charity for people with severe learning disabilities who display behaviour described as challenging.
www.challengingbehaviour.org.uk
A a charity for men and women aged 50 or under when their partner died.
www.widowedandyoung.org.uk
Your Circle is a website run by Gloucestershire County Council with information, advice and support to help you, or someone you look after, stay independent, safe and well.
www.yourcircle.org.uk
Information on mental health of young children and young people, including young carers. Confidential support for anyone worried about the emotional problems or behaviour of a child or young person.
www.youngminds.org.uk
You’re Welcome is an inclusive online directory and forum. It’s the place to find social events, clubs, groups or places to visit.
www.yourewelcomeglos.org