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44 services
In or near Weymouth and Portland
Alateen
Alateen meetings are for 12-17 year olds inclusive. We believe alcoholism is a family disease that affects everyone in the family. By attending online or in-person meetings, young people gain an understanding of the…
Braining Training Sessions (Age UK)
We have Brain Training sessions available in Dorchester & Weymouth, and can even arrange to put on a session in your local community! Brain Training is a great way to stimulate your brain and keep your mind active! Our…
Covering the wider area
Age UK Dorchester Coffee Club
every Thursday 10:30-12:00 Informal chat and a brew. Often activities or guest speakers at these sessions, and everyone is welcome! No need to book, no fee (donations accepted)
Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS - Weymouth & Portland)
STARS is a pan-Dorset charity that offers one-to-one support, free of charge, for anyone of any age and gender, who lives, works or studies in Dorset and has experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their…
REACH
EDP Drug & Alcohol Services offers friendly, free, confidential drug and alcohol support in Devon and Dorset. EDP drug and alcohol hub based in Weymouth with satellites below. Link for GP referrals:…
Steve Charles Help a Friend
Our aim is to preserve and protect the health of people who live in West Dorset, Weymouth & Portland by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities, support services and equipment not normally provided by the…
The Horse Course
Equine assisted interventions
The Ranch
The Ranch offers children and young people the opportunity for meaningful education and experiences. Our team use THRIVE methods in animal care, Equine Welfare, Forest School Acitivites and core subjects such as maths…
National, phone and online
Anxiety UK
Anxiety UK was formed in 1970, by Katharine and Harold Fisher as a result of Katharine’s experience of agoraphobia and her desire to develop support for others similarly affected. Since those early beginnings, we’ve…
Beat Eating Disorders
Charity with national helpline for sufferers and their support systems. Online resources and directory to further help and support
Bereavement Advice Centre
Practical advice on many issues and procedures that one is faced with after the death of a loved one.
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Find private counsellors and psychotherapists accredited with the BACP Directory:
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)
"We’re the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) and we’re taking a stand against suicide. That means standing against feeling shit, standing up to stereotypes and standing together to show life is always worth…
Child Bereavement UK
We help children and young people (up to age 25), parents, and families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies. Live Chat or email from 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).
Childline
ChildLine is a 24/7 private and confidential service for children and young people up to the age of 19. Children and young people can contact a ChildLine counsellor at any time about anything - no problem is too big or…
Combat Stress
Veterans support
Connection
A 24/7 mental health helpline for people in Dorset.
Cruse Bereavement
Breavement support including online chat function. National but with a Dorset Area. Facebooks page:
Deafblind UK
Helpline: Monday – Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm and Fridays 9.00am – 4.00pm Tech help: For carers: Carers FB Group:
Hope for the Community
Course examples: ANY LONG-TERM CONDITION POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME PREPARING FOR HIP AND KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY (MSK) CARERS WORKPLACE WELLBEING MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS IDIOPATHIC INTRACRANIAL HYPERTENSION PARENTS OF…
Kooth
A safe and anonymous online support and counseling space for young people. Mini-activities to boost your wellbeing.
Learn Devon
Learn Devon provides adult and community learning courses on behalf of Devon County Council. Digital courses: https://www.learndevon.co.uk/subjects/digital-skills-and-it/
Mentell
Mental Health support for men
NHS Better Health
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NSPCC
If you're worried about a child, it can be hard to know what to do. We've got information and advice on different types of child abuse, how to spot the signs and what you can do to help keep children safe. You can…
Our Time
Information, guides and support for young people who have a parent with a mental illness. Also resources for the parent dealing with mental healht issues: No 1-2-1 support but they refer to various organisations:
Papyrus
24/7 confidential advice and support if you're struggling with suicidal thoughts, and information about how to make a safety plan. Available to anybody under the age of 35 experiencing suicidal thoughts, or for anyone…
PTSD UK
For PTSD sufferers .