Support for children and young people

Support for children and young people

Find help: 

• If you need advice and support, talk about anything - big or small with someone at Childline: call 0800 1111 or online: childline.org.uk
• If you need advice and support, chat with someone online and on the app at kooth.com
• If you need advice around sexual health, contact Unity Sexual Health: call 0117 342 6900 (If you are worried about pregnancy options, please call 0345 872 5435)
• If you or anyone you know has experienced sexual violence, contact SARSAS: call 0808 801 0456 or The Bridge: call 0117 342 6999
• If you are at risk of harm or abuse, contact SupportLine: call 01708 765200 or email info@supportline.org.uk
• If your parents or carers are separating or argue a lot, contact Relate: call 0300 100 1234
• If you are at risk of being homeless, contact Bristol Youth MAPS: call 0117 9332 7111 or email bristolyouthmaps@1625ip.co.uk
• If you are struggling with your mental health, contact Off the Record: call 0808 808 9120
• If you would like help and advice around your mental health, check out Every Mind Matters
• If someone you know has died and you are experiencing grief, contact one of the Bereavement Support services. 
• If you or someone you know is experiencing hate crime, call 999 if you are in immediate danger or 101 to speak to the police. You can also contact Bristol Hate Crime and Discrimination Service for support.

You can also speak to an adult you trust, like a teacher, doctor or social worker.

Worried about a child or young person?

If you are concerned about a child or young person’s wellbeing, contact:

• First Response: call 0117 903 6444
• Emergency Duty Team: call 01454 615 165
• Barnardo's: See, Hear, Respond 

If the child is at immediate risk, call 999.

Can't find what you're looking for? Go to our I am a Child or I am a Parent/ Carer pages for more information about the different types of support available.