SUPPORT FOR ADULTS
IT'S OK NOT TO BE OK
There may be a time in everyone’s life when they feel sad, depressed or suffering with low mood. At such times they might feel that they cannot cope. When people feel like this it is important that they can talk to someone and seek help.
We teach the children at Burley St Matthias that it is OK to ask for help. If we help children to grow up thinking this way, then we hope that they will be more likely to access help they may need as adults.
The staff in school are always here to help. There are a number of people in school who may be able to offer some advice and who are trained in this area. Should you feel you could talk to someone in school, please speak to Mrs Hopkinson, Miss Fletcher or Mrs Jackson. All conversations will be kept confidential, unless we feel that you, your children or your family are at immediate risk.
If you feel like this, or if you are concerned for someone else, here are some local contacts which might be useful:
| The Samaritans | The Samaritans provide a confidential service for people in despair and who feel suicidal. You can call them free on 116 123. www.samaritans.org.uk |
| SANE | SANE provides information and support for anyone affected by mental illness. You can call them on 0300 304 7000 (between 6pm and 11pm daily) www.sane.org.uk |
| Support Line | This is a confidential telephone helpful offering emotional support to any individuals on any issue. 01708 765 200. www.supportline.org.uk |
| National Domestic Violence Helpline | This organisation is an information service and access to 24-hour emergency refuge accommodation. 0808 2000 247. |
| Cruse Bereavement Care |
Cruse Bereavement Care offer help, including free counselling service, for bereaved people whatever their age, nationality or beliefs. 0808 808 1677. |
| Mind | Mind is a mental health charity providing information, support, local groups and an online chatroom. 0300 123 3393. https://www.mind.org.uk/ |
| Christians Against Poverty |
If you’re looking for help, whether that’s help to get out of debt, find a job or gain vital life skills, Christians Against Poverty provides a range of free professional services across the UK through local churches. |
| Leeds North and West Foodbank |
If you can’t afford food, you can call 0808 2082138 (freephone) to speak to a trained and independent Citizens Advice agent (Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm). Alternatively, please call 0113 376 0330 to speak to Leeds Local Welfare Support Scheme who may be able to issue you with a food parcel if necessary. How to get help | Leeds North & West Foodbank |