Please remember, if a life is in danger call 999 for an ambulance or Police
If you are struggling tell someone – a friend, a tutor, a work colleague, your doctor or one of the numbers provided.
You are not alone, there are people who care and you matter
The Autumn Centre
01206303702, a local volunteer group in Brightlingsea providing support to elderly and frail people who are vulnerable and lonely. Friday lunch and a range of support aids available (walking sticks, wheelchairs) Victoria Place, Brightlingsea, CO7 0BX
Brightlingsea Foodbank
every Wednesday at Brightlingsea Parish Hall, 10am -12.30pm
Colchester Foodbank
01206 621998, info@colchester.foodbank.org.uk 10am to 2pm, holds clothing and school uniforms.
Brightlingsea Primary School
PTA provides support for families of pupils attending the school –Family Hub drop-in (toiletries, sanitary products, coats and shoes), uniform hut.
Essex Youth Service
YES 01206710771 homelessness, benefits and debts, young parents, eating disorders, counselling, money talks. Pens and Dragons are supported by Essex Youth Service
Age concern
01206 368420, Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm. Assist with welfare and quality of life of older people (62+) and for those who care for them; through advise, information, knowledge and where appropriate resources
CALM Campaign Against Living Miserable
0800 585 858, 5pm until midnight daily.
Samaritans
116 123, 24/7 365 days a year, FREE listening service
SHOUT
If you are struggling and prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, text SHOUT to 85258, 24/7 offers a confidential service providing support if you are in a crises and need immediate help
The Mix
08088084994, if you are under 25, call The Mix 3pm – midnight
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
0800 2000 247, 24/7
Colchester City Homes
01206 282514,if homeless or on the verge of being made homeless, www.cbhomes.org.uk