SPIN (Single Parent Information Network)

Hold down control, then press F - a box will appear at top of screen, Type in category eg BME or young people It will highlight the word you chose in the relevant organisation(s)

Benefits Housing Family Employment Going to court immigration Divorce Child arrangements https://www.advicenow.org.uk/get-help/family-and-children/child-arrangements https://www.advicenow.org.uk/guides/survival-guide-divorce-or-dissolution-civil-partnership https://www.advicenow.org.uk/get-help/immigration-and-nationality

Specialist services directly to LGBT+ children & young people (ages 5-25).

Supporting families with disabled children 0-25yrs and do not need formal diagnosis to get support from Amaze services - health, financial, educational, disability equipment, preparing for adulthood. Newsletter. Activities, social groups, befriending, holiday schemes, health issues in school, therapies, training for parents, applying for benefits, parent and young people carers COMPASS discount card for leisure venues. https://amazesussex.org.uk/news/newsletter/

Anorexia & Bulimia Care: ABC provide on-going care, emotional support and practical guidance for anyone affected by eating disorders, those struggling personally and parents, families and friends. Helpline: 03000 11 12 13.

At a Loss Talk to a Bereavement Counsellor We are here to help 9am - 9pm Monday - Friday free professional on-line counselling service. You can chat live to a specially trained bereavement counsellor. It is a completely free service and available Monday-Friday, 9am-9pm.

Room to Rant is a space where young men can use rap music as a release. weekly drop-ins led by professional rappers and happen throughout the week all over Sussex. Referral by SPIN needed

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step by step checklist and advice

Energy & Switching advice, community energy - 0800 999 6671 If you are struggling to afford to pay your gas and electric bills this winter then please get in touch with BHECo’s energy advisors as soon as possible.we can find you a cheaper tariff, helping you apply for the Warm Home Discount, or installing free energy saving measures in your home.Send us your details using the form

good set of tools and a range of new and used parts to keep your bike working safely. Repairs are carried out on a donations basis for labour plus the cost of parts if you need any. If you have no money we might well still be able to fix your bike, bring it along so we can have a look for you. All donations towards the cost of running the workshop gratefully received. If you know how to do the repairs yourself you are welcome to come and use our tools. We will be happy to show you how to do the repairs yourself if you would like to learn. Every Thursday - 3:30pm - 7pm St. David's Hall, Whitehawk Road, Whitehawk BN2 5FL

0300 323 9985 m-f 0900 -1700 hrs 08081689111 outside of those hours

advice, guidance and support for schools to successfully include children and young people with an autism or social communication diagnosis in maintained, academy and free schools.BHISS gives school or education setting access to well qualified and highly experienced SEN Specialist Teachers. SEN Specialist Practitioners can also offer support directly to families with children and young people (aged 0-19) with ASC. 01273 293481 E-mailBHISS@brighton-hove.gov.uk Link to services for children aged 11 - 16 years

Independent Mediation service resolving community and workplace conflict

Provides specialist legal advice on a range of housing issues including actual or threatened homelessness, possession action, suitability of accommodation, tenancy rights and more.

With a membership in the Brighton LGBT Sports Society, you'll benefit from a unique opportunity to participate in the regularly scheduled sports activities of your choice, with like minded people from Brighton & Hove and beyond. You can also join the fun at our social events! BLAGSS membership benefits include a specially negotiated discount of up to 10% off at Nick Rivett Sports, The Jog Shop and Freedom Bikes. Membership costs just £15 per person per year and will expire one year after joining

If you are separating or divorced and are worried about not seeing your children - or worried about the effect the breakdown of your relationship might have on them, Families Need Fathers can provide you with the support and information you need. Telephone 0300 0300 363 24hr helpline Email admin@fnf.org.uk

BME events and groups in Brighton and Hove

range of items to borrow for free egpressure washers, blenders,tents toys, Opening hours & locations Planet Brighton Brighton Open Market Sundays 11.00 - 13.00 and Brightstore Hollingdean Community Centre Tuesdays 16.00 - 17.00 and Wood Store* Edward Street Mondays 14.30 - 16.00 Fridays 10.00 - 11.30 Saturdays 10.30 - 12.00

Parent led community group for families with disabled ch/yp people, particularly those who find accessing mainstream activities difficult due to challenging behaviour. weekly after school drop-in session, days out at weekends and during school holidays, and where funding allows, short breaks. activities mainly aimed at whole family, but also arrange specific events for siblings and for parents and carers.

Charity that campaigns for parents & babies to have free, accessible effective therapeutic help reserved for most vulnerable families also on very low income. cost will never be a barrier to parents accessing service we offer and fees are on sliding scale based on household income. Brighton Parent Infant Psychological Therapy, Moulsecoomb Children’s Centre, Hodshrove Lane, Brighton BN2 4SE Tel:01273 291670

support/NICE compliant psychological therapies for Ch/Yp/Adults. services are delivered by a number of teams who work alongside one another to ensure that you receive care and support at every stage of your journey. When we receive your referral and talk to you about your needs, we will discuss which part of the service is best suited to you.

Tool Library for DIY, decorating, building, woodwork and gardening. deliver the tools and knowledge to enable members to make, learn, share and repair community collective of creatives - makers, menders, crafters & fixers - common aim to Buy Less and Share More. We believe in sustainability through sharing of skills and resources to create vital community assets - a Tool Library (members can borrow up to ten tools per week for free), a Maker Space and Workshop, a Repair Hub, and a Skills Forge for all. BCW membership starts from £30 a year and includes: Unlimited Tool Borrowing: Borrow up to 10 items at once from the Brighton Tool Library, absolutely free. Exclusive Workshop Discounts: Receive up to 50% off on exciting maker sessions and workshops! Discounted rates on using our maker space workshop and all machinery for your own projects (£5 for half a day) 116 St Georges Rd Kemptown, BN2 1EA admin@bcw.org.uk 01273 082 000

Not-for-profit organisation providing counselling and talking therapies for individuals, couples, families, young people and local businesses who are seeking mental health and well-being support.

local centre that empowers women and children to improve life chances and lead independent lives by reducing inequalities through provision of holistic/integrated services. Mon 6-8pm Cornerstone Community Centre Church Road, Hove, BN3 2FL Wed 1.30–3.30pm St Marys Church Hall, 61 St James Street, Brighton BN2 1PR Thur 10am - 12pm The Wellbeing Hub 18 Preston Park Avenue, BN1 6HL creche called ToyBox & ad hoc childcare can be booked there (SEE SEP LINK) WASS womens accommodation supp service eviction notice, threatened with eviction or told to leave and Accommodation not safe due to Domestic Abuse/Sexual Violence other threat wasshousingline@womenscentre.org.uk Tel: 07541 641 367

practical support, education, advice, lunch clubs benefit advice laundry classes IT support Drop-in and telephone advice and information on benefits, money and debt for people on low incomes or benefits. 01273 601211 E: welfarerights@bucfp.org

Not emergency food project- Membership based donation service. Partner with local/national suppliers to source surplus and donated high-quality food, inc fresh fruit,veg,eggs,store cupboard staples, to offer weekly affordable shop. encourage members who feel they can pay more to do solidarity payments will support members who are less able to pay suggested donation. ​To shop, please come along to your most local BrightStore- you can only shop at one store. Hollingdean Tue 1-4pm Hollingdean Community Centre,Thompson Road BN1 7BH Mile Oak Wednesdays 1-4pm Church of the Good Shepherd,35-37 Stanley Avenue, BN41 2WH Whitehawk Thursdays 1-4pm Whitehawk Family Hub,Whitehawk Road, BN2 5FL

Parenting Plan is a written plan worked out between parents after they separate & covers practical issues of parenting. help clarify arrangements you need to put in place to care for your children after separation, without having to go to court. If you do go to court judges will expect you to have started a Parenting Plan. summary of progress which areas you have agreed on, and which areas you might need help with from a court.

CALM (0800 58 58 58) has a helpline is for men who are down or have hit a wall for any reason, who need to talk or find information and support including those with suicidal thought. open 5pm to midnight, 365 days a year.

Local Sussex based family camping sites

Website of resources and subsidised holidays for single parent families including occasionally full bursaries.

Resources activities groups advice for young carers and adult carers inc legal appointments, assessments for further support and carers card providing discounts. peer support groups in diff locations. info & advice on all aspects of care inc equipment hire etc

We lend, at no cost (i.e. for free), tandems and tag-alongs to (and only to) people with disabilities or additional needs, who are unable to ride a bike safely on their own, so that they can enjoy the wonders of cycling.

Request if a person who has access to a child has a record for sexual offence ring 101 or use website

FREE support (Child to parent abuse) CAPA (Child or Adolescent to Parent Abuse) is a 'First Response' service to families and professionals impacted by a child using abusive or violent behaviour in the home. Free or Low cost 1-2-1 support for the whole family Free Live Chat info@capafirstresponse.org

eg exclusions, parental responsibility,

Self-service website for individuals who pay or receive child maintenance. manage it online https://child-maintenance.dwp.gov.uk/calculate/details/will-you-be-paying-or-receiving-child-maintenance-payments

Free provision for families on free school meals and low incomes. sessions run all over brighton and hove families with a meal, craft, and play. register chomp to receive booking information for sessions.

BRIGHTON 01273 223951

Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS), or Clare’s Law, is a way to find out if your partner has a history of domestic abuse and may pose a risk to you. Request information under Clare's Law: Make a Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS) application.

500 community groups in \Brighton and Hove for support and activities

UK’s only national charity providing peer support to bereaved parents, adult siblings and grandparents who have experienced the death of a child, sibling or grandchild.

Free advice and information helpline for parents and carers with a disabled child aged from birth to 25, living in any part of the UK. If you are looking for emotional support, book an appointment with our Listening Ear telephone support service.

Cranks is a not-for-profit DIY bike repair workshop. We have an open workshop 3 days a week where everyone whatever your age, gender or knowledge can fix their bike. We also sell refurbished bikes. you fix your bike or we fix your bike. If you cannot afford the suggested donations please don’t be put off, we will still cheerfully help you if we can for less. Equally, if you can afford more than the suggested donation then please pay more as any additional income goes towards providing our services to those who cannot afford them.

university scholarships The application consists of six mandatory sections: Basic Information/Achieved and Predicted Grades/Extracurriculars and Work Experience/Personal Essay/Short Answer Question/Teacher Recommendation/And three optional sections: Hollyport Capital Crowd Scholar Supplement John Bennett Trust Crowd Scholar Supplement Quinlan Crowd Scholar Supplement In order to be eligible for a Crowd Scholar scholarship, you must meet each of the following criteria: Eligible for Free School Meals Between 17 - 19 years old (in 2025) Planning on starting university (in the UK) in the 2025-26 academic year There are additional eligibility criteria for the Hollyport Capital, John Bennett Trust, and Quinlan Crowd Scholar programs. The details can be found at crowdscholar.co.uk/scholarships.

Free information and advice to anyone who has been affected by a death. They also provide emotional support and counselling on a one-to-one basis and in groups. If you live in Brighton & Hove (or surrounding areas) you can phone 01273 234 007, or send an email to Brighton@cruse.org.uk.

Our mission is to build bridges between cultures and people, creating a space where individuals can celebrate their heritage, share traditions, and experience the richness of diverse cultures.Through creative events, educational initiatives, and volunteer opportunities, we inspire collaboration and social change while fostering understanding between communities. Our projects support young people in the UK and globally, ensuring that diverse voices are heard, respected, and valued. Expect vibrant, inclusive, family-friendly celebrations bringing people together through music, dance, food, and storytelling. https://www.facebook.com/CultureConnectProjectCIC

Support group for single parent Dads. Monthly events in Brighton & Hove, Lewes & Worthing.

pro-bono legal advice for women & men experiencing, or fleeing, domestic abuse. charity in Worthing, West Sussex, with a UK-wide reach. aim to help fight domestic violence by providing pro bono legal advice from experienced, qualified, and fully regulated barristers and solicitors who offer free legal support to men and women experiencing, or fleeing, domestic abuse, regulated by Bar Standards Board/Solicitors Regulation Authority respectively, data not shared with any other authority or service [i.e. police, social services] unless you request for us to do so on your behalf.

Dialogue Therapeutic & Family Services (Sussex Central YMCA) Offers counselling services in Brighton & Hove and Sussex for children and young people with physical disability, behavioural, social and emotional difficulties, autism and learning difficulties .

Support for individuals looking for help with technology Tailored 1-2-1 and group support from trained Digital Champions & access to computers/digital devices To request digital support in Brighton & Hove complete online referral form or phone Freephone Digital Support Helpline on 0808 196 5883 or text 07575 977345

B&H City Council Helpline - 01273 293117 (option 1) buying food and groceries paying for gas and electricity if you pay for it by key card or meter essential items you need to live in your home such as beds, cookers or fridges other support you may need in an emergency

0808 1689274 OUT OF HOURS 0808 1689111 domestic violence unit at sussex police call 101

Domestic Violence Unit - Sussex Police:part of the AntiVictimisation Unit of Sussex Police. work in Partnership with vol/statutory agencies to provide support and advice to male & female victims of domestic abuse. contact the police by calling 101. joint drop in service with local domestic abuse charity RISE, runs from Hove Town Hall every Wednesday between 0900-1200 sussexadmin@victimsupport.org.uk

TSB’s Flee Fund gives domestic abuse victims up to £500 to pay for essentials that make leaving possible. No need to pay it back.Book a video appointment or come into branch to find out more about the support we offer.

Use strong Bag/box & label contents, Pre-wash clothing.textiles, Choose charity if applicable & book collection Collection 4 Clothes:free collection services Brighton & Hove. info@collection4clothes.co.uk/0330 165 5197. Emmaus UK:lge items,clothing/fabric/recycle items that cannot be sold in their shops. 01273 426 470 Traid:unwanted textiles. 020 8733 2595 Anglo Doorstep Collections:unwanted clothes/household items donate proceeds to charity. info@anglodoorstepcollections.co.uk. We Collect We Donate:clothing donations. Redonate:clothes collections to a charity of your choice. I Collect Clothes:donate used clothes/sm domestic items to raise funds for your chosen charity. Donate Clothes UK:clothes donations. choose a charity to support/book a collection online or by phone. Collect My Clothes:Provides charity clothing collections from your home. You can book a collection online or by phone.

Brighton & Hove Recovery Service. Support to families and carers of those struggling. Advice on keeping safe Access to substitute medication Community detox Referrals to residential detox and residential rehab Emotional support and counselling Access to community groups like Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous Housing support Education, training and employment advice Community outreach Health promotion 01273 731900 or email brighton.info@cgl.org.uk

A high quality, low-cost ear acupuncture service for people affected by stress, anxiety and depression, mental health issues, drug and alcohol dependency, and those living with HIV.

Beat Eating Disorders: Beat provides helplines for adults and young people offering support and information about eating disorders. These helplines are free to call from all phones. Adult Helpline: 0808 801 0677, Studentline: 0808 801 0811, Youthline: 0808 801 0711.

We’ve launched a dedicated helpline for children and young people who have experienced abuse at school, and for worried adults and professionals that need support and guidance, including for non-recent abuse. Call our new NSPCC helpline, Report Abuse in Education on 0800 136 663 or email help@nspcc.org.uk.

free online counselling project for young people aged 12-18 years who live in East Sussex. Counselling via private confidential written messages between you and you counsellor every week. Or a Drop-in every Wednesday from 5pm -7pm if you prefer brief support at any time

help to improve your home’s energy efficiency. home energy upgrades such as: cavity wall insulation solid wall insulation loft or roof insulation floor insulation energy efficient doors and windows draught proofing heating controls Also, some schemes offer financial help by giving you money to put towards your energy bills depending on income or benefits. 0800 098 7950

advice, support, financial and legal help, activities, local organisations, calender of events in East Sussex

FREE opportunities to develop confidence, build life-skills and improve well-being. advice, support, financial and legal help, activities, local organisations, calender of events in East Sussex

volunteer run classes very low cost (art clubs, tea club for seniors, kid's film club). run a monthly Repair Cafe get your stuff fixed for free. calendar has events like quizzes, food nights, film events etc etc. 01273 561149

inclusive out of school play and leisure opportunities for children and young people between the ages of 5 and 25 years old with disabilities, at venues in Brighton and Hove and West Sussex.

donated new and second hand clothes/equipment for babies and children up to 16yrs. SPIN referral needed and SPIN collection only.

based in Lewes for families in East Sussex Gifting baby and children's clothes and essential items to families in need

A national provider of services to disadvantaged and socially isolated families. They provide support with complex and difficult issues facing families today, including domestic abuse, mental health problems, learning disabilities and severe financial hardship.

4 Family Hubs & services (see links below) Information, advice & guidance, childcare,childcare support, services to support families with finances, local services for parents, yp/ch. factsheets inc advice/information: for separated parents, local support for families re financial help, Groups/workshops, early language/learning, SEND support, parenting, parental relationships, physical/mental health, One-to-one support for families - families who face more complex challenges NHS services, Midwives/Healthy Child Programme inc Health Visitors/School Nurses. provide services from pregnancy to child age 19. stop smoking, help with breastfeeding/infant feeding. Childcare, early education, Family Hub nurseries & Jeanne Saunders Centre for children with SEND. Holiday Activities, Food (HAF) programme during school holidays, free activities/food during hols for school-age children (reception to year 11 eligible for benefit-related free-school meals), Youth services, activities, services for young people. specialist support for young people in care. Young Carers information, advice and guidance, See Young carers website. prepare for employment, training, volunteering, accessing childcare, careers advice, better-off calculations, CV writing, prepare for interviews. Family Hub locations & contact details 01273 293545 familyhubs@brighton-hove.gov.uk

1 OF 4 Family Hubs SEE MAIN LINK FOR INFO OF WHAT THEY OFFER. Hangleton Family Hub - Harmsworth Crescent, Hangleton, BN3 8BW

1 OF 4 Family Hubs. SEE MAIN FAMILY HUB LINK FOR WHAT THEY OFFER Tarner Family Hub, Ivory Place,BN2 9QE

1 of 4 family hubs SEE MAIN LINK FOR INFO OF WHAT THEY OFFER Whitehawk Family Hub - 178 Whitehawk Rd, Brighton, BN2 5FL

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targeted early intervention and crisis support to families who are struggling with family breakdown, challenging relationships and behaviour, debt, and emotional and mental wellbeing. ParentChild+programme, which supports the home-learning environment, and our family befriending programmes. online chat mon-fri 1330-2100 hours call confidential helpline on 0808 800 2222.

advises parents, grandparents, relatives and friends about rights and options when social workers or courts make decisions about their children’s welfare. We work with parents whose children are in need, at risk or are in the care system and with wider family members and friends who are raising children (known as kinship carers).

Multi-agency safeguarding hub (MASH)brings together key agencies to:assess risk/share information/make decisions jointly about the best way to safeguard and meet the needs of vulnerable children and families. MASH are: Referral Officers who receive calls, e-mails and online notifications. provide information, advice and guidance, social Workers, Police Officers, Specialist Nurses, Safeguarding Officers, Probation Service Adult Services Social Worker, Family Coaches, Qualified Early Help specialists Early Help and Parenting Support frontDoorforFamilies@brighton-hove.gov.uk. 01273 290 400 0900-1700 Mon-Thur, 0900-1630 Fri Emergency Duty Service on 01273 335 905 or 01273 335 906

Women in crisis needing support. youcan self refer for mental health issues, physical health and disabilities, domestic abuse, isolation, bereavement, money, spiritual issues and carers issues. We can also make referrals or signpost you to other services. 01273 417 597 07860802420

FREE to join as part of a community of single parent families in UK. get Latest advice, campaign news have your say on the issues affecting your family.  Make your voice heard and show the government and media what life as a single parent in the UK is really like.

Milk fruit veg under 4s 0300 330 7010

mental health platform to destigmatise psychological and physical health support. first mental health portal to build an online community, that serves its users in keeping with their digital lives. We are a team of young people, understanding parents and professionals.

Find out what to do if you decide to take your child out of school and teach them at home Find out about how Brighton & Hove City Council’s teaching services can help children who are in hospital or at home because of an injury or illness

volunteer family support service consists of regular (mainly weekly) volunteer telephone calls and socially distanced meetings outdoors for mothers of babies, parents with a child abusing them, women suffering domestic abuse. self-refer, here: https://www.hses.org.uk/our-services/home-visiting-support/. eligible for volunteer family support service, a struggling family has to have at least 1 child under five years old, live in East Sussex.Newhaven Enterprise Centre, Denton Island, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 9BA

UK’s largest mental health support directory. Whether you want to find a service to help you feel better or you want to support someone who is struggling, we can help. urgent crisis support 24/7 0800 068 41 41

Volunteer-led, serves as a vibrant platform, uniting women from various cultural backgrounds. regular gatherings at different city venues offer opportunities for meaningful connections, fostering the exchange of experiences, knowledge, and support among women. Through shared meals, information, and ideas, we actively contribute to building friendships and promoting inclusivity within our city.

based at the Level Brighton clare@kennedystreetrecovery.org 07775 737314 kennedystreetrecovery.org

A national organisation that supports 13-30 year olds who are unemployed and those struggling at school and are at risk of exclusion. The Trust’s programmes give vulnerable young people the practical and financial support needed to stabilise their lives, helping develop self-esteem and skills for work.

supports refugees to rebuild their lives through employment, a sense of belonging and increased confidence. Steered by people with lived experience, we create pathways to work, dignity and connection. job seeking volunteering

Switchboard is a charity for LGBTQ . Our services include; LGBTQ Helpline, Trans Survivors, Older People, Health and Inclusion, Disability Project, Rainbow Café, Volunteering. Help-line (check website for opening hours) 01273 20 40 50 or email info@switchboard.org.uk

free courses

promotes full and active social lives for people with learning disabilities. We do this through advocacy, training, influencing decision makers, and providing opportunities. We also run the Gig Buddies volunteer befriending project across Brighton and Hove and East and West Sussex.

open to all types of householders – homeowners, private renters and social housing tenants.0800 060 7567 broad eligibility requirements anyone that either is already in, or is at risk of falling into fuel poverty. Everyone that applies for LEAP will be contacted to arrange an advice appointment with one of our Energy Advisors. Access to our boiler and appliance schemes is only available after the Energy Advice Service appointment

Learn My Way has free learning for you to gain digital skills to stay safe and connected. beginners to learning programmes like excel (basic and advanced) learn how to manage money or do presentations etc

If you are not eligible for legal aid or commenced legal proceedings yourself, you can access 30 mins of free advice at Law Clinics (collaboration between law academics, external solicitors, barristers with final year law students supervised by academics in relevant fields and legal practitioners) clinics are run during University teaching weeks. appointment only

If you are not eligible for legal aid or commenced legal proceedings yourself, you can access 30 mins of free advice at Law Clinics (collaboration between law academics, external solicitors, barristers with final year law students supervised by academics in relevant fields and legal practitioners) clinics are run during University teaching weeks. appointment only

self referral or SPIN referral for online DV services Lotus Services (formerly Home-Start East Sussex) Domestic Abuse Recovery programme - different types of courses for women who have experienced abuse lotus-families.org.uk To refer a client/family: Agency Referral Form – Lotus (lotus-families.org.uk) Self Referral Form – Lotus (lotus-families.org.uk) For more information or if you have any questions, you can email hello@lotus-families.org.uk.

mASCot is a parentled peertopeer support network for families who have an autistic child/children or young person. mASCot brings families together and enables them to connect with others in similar situations as themselves.families from the Brighton and Hove area & surrounding areas in East & West Sussex. activities, talks, clubs, workshops and meet ups for our mASCot children and families.

Mediation helps resolve disputes, reduces distress, helps prevent homelessness and improves quality of life for Brighton and Hove residents. Key points are: Mediation is voluntary It provides a safe neutral space to help people find resolutions to conflict Mediators don't take sides The people in dispute decide what is discussed and decide any agreement reached Agreements are not legally binding; but they are effective

£500 VOUCHER if eligible towards cost of mediation family mediation voucher scheme is a time-limited scheme https://www.familymediationcouncil.org.uk/mediation-vouchers

confidential helpline for male victims of domestic violence and abuse. heterosexual or same-sex relationships. emotional support, practical advice and information on a wide range of services for further help Tel 0808 801 0327

Text SUSSEX to 85258 is an all-age 24/7 messaging service text-based crisis intervention, emotional support, signposting to appropriate services by qualified mental health professional rather than a trained volunteer. After receiving an automated text from the service, the aim is that all texters will be connected to a mental health professional within 15 minutes.

run by volunteers and students in a very inclusive and anti-authoritarian environment provide free English lessons and conversational English. help with legal, housing, benefit and health issues by advocacy, referral and signposting. informal space where people can meet others and feel a sense of belonging and political solidarity with migrants.

A local project for people with personal or lived experience of mental health issues, an interest in improving and developing local mental health services through courses and training, or an interest in local wellbeing info & events.

MindOut is a mental health service run by and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer (LGBTQ) people. LGBTQ people aged 18+ who are based in Sussex, with the exception of our Online Support service which is available nationally. Online Support Live Chat Chat to us or leave us a message through chat box Every Mon 3:00pm – 5:00pm (aim to provide volunteers who are People of Colour) Every Tue 3:00pm – 5:00pm (aim to provide volunteers who are Trans/Non-binary) Every Wed 3:00pm – 5:00pm (general LGBTQ support)

The Mix is a UK based charity that provides free, confidential support for young people under 25 via online, social and mobile. The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. We are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs. Talk to us via our online community, on social, through our free, confidential helpline or our counselling service.

information about latest deals for everything, utility bills, mobiles, bank accounts, travel, insurance, free stuff and guides to help you manage your home and life!!

MOSAIC Family Trust is a Charity set up to support families of black/mixed heritage in the Brighton and Hove area. Offering Children's activities, Workshops, Music, Arts, History

help mothers feel less isolated and more able to cope with motherhood. Online and face to face groups and workshops - some free

second hand refurbished phones, laptops, gaming equipment you can buy outright or monthly you can use klarna to pay in instalments that are interest free some phones have 1 year warranty others like laptops 3 months - check each type

08082000247 (24 HRS HELPLINE)

We provide information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work.

08088020300 (09.30-1600 WEEKDAYS except wed 1300-1600 hrs)

Activities information parenting information chat

national organisation providing parenting info and advice and forums

private social network to help people connect to neighbours

We deliver tailored interventions for anyone missing out on or struggling to stay in education.

mental health, domestic abuse, physical health issues, financial issues, isolation, bereavement

PAPYRUS (0800 068 41 41) is a voluntary organisation supporting teenagers and young adults who are feeling suicidal.

also join community forum, live chat, helpline

shared parenting plan complete on line for equal parenting, co-operative parenting, parallel parenting

Disabled parents in Brighton & Hove facebook group - online group to socialise, share stories, and swap recommendations

All participants enjoy 5-20Km riding through their community. Taking in parks, seafront and allotments for with interaction and wind in hair wellbeing on offer. Seafront, traffic-free areas enable enjoyment of cycling benefits in the heart of your own community. We do not charge for cycle rides but do welcome any donations.

Disability benefits (ESA, UC, PIP, AA, Carers Allowance, WTC) Disability benefits appeals Some pension credit enquiries Some Council Tax enquiries Fuel debt or changing fuel providers Utilities debt Information on equipment or assistive technology Accessible holidays Food bank referrals

Food Bank Collection Portslade Town Hall, Victoria Road,BN41 1YF Fridays. 11-1400 hrs Referral needed, please contact with the following information: Name, Address, Number in household, Ages of children Any dietary needs, Any limitations for cooking or storing fresh food Who is it for?: Local residents who are on low incomes or are homeless or people referred from the BN41 postcode. Referral needed. Contact: 07511 143166 Email: purple.people@mail.com DRop-off donations of food Fridays 9am-12pm.

mental health and wellbeing support service for adults providing safe, anonymous, and instant access to online support 24/7Accredited by the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) approved by Mind it provides effective online mental health support from that first moment-of-need - with no waiting lists, no costs, and no stigma. Benefits include: ✅ Free, immediate, and out-of-hours support ✅ Improved access by addressing geographic and mobility barriers, and personal preference away from face-to-face ✅ Early intervention and prevention ✅ Prompts for self-care, peer support, and personalised coping strategies and tools 🌻

parents and their children in B & H

network of Relate Centres across the UK and a group of licensed local counsellors that provide face-to-face counselling and support. Our counselling services include relationship counselling, family counselling, mediation, children's counselling, young people's counselling and sex therapy. For those who are in more need of a quick chat than ongoing support, we offer 30 minute chats with a counsellor over the phone or on web chat, or one session therapy designed to tackle a specific issue and see results straight away. Our get help pages offer practical tips to help you manage common relationship issues We also offer a series of toolkits and courses for those who'd prefer to strengthen their relationships without the assistance of a counsellor or wellbeing advisor.

Release Counselling and Therapy for Women is a community counselling project, set up in January 2013, to provide affordable counselling for women in Brighton & Hove, experiencing any mental health distress.

Connecting you with 6,500 family law professionals

male victims of domestic abuse and violence in any type of relationship

RCJ Advice is a unique Citizens Advice and Law Centre providing people with access to justice at a time when they need it most.

various wellbeing organisations for young people

advice lines on: - domestic violence and abuse divorce, finances and property on relationship breakdown cohabitation, finances and property on relationship breakdown parental responsibility and arrangements for children lesbian parenting: 020 7251 6577 Tue 7pm – 9pm Wed 7pm – 9pm Thur 7pm – 9pm Fri12pm-2pm

RISE (Refuge, Information, Support and Education) supports women, children, young people and families affected by domestic abuse in Brighton & Hove and across West Sussex. Rise services include: refuge accommodation, resettlement, crisis appointments, helpline, counselling, housing, legal and financial advice, solicitors appointments, support groups, play therapy, 1-to-1 support and training and preventative education Tel 0300 3239985

psychotherapists, counsellors and physical therapists who offer therapeutic services committed to offering low cost and affordable therapy - see rates on link below

Young people's substance use and sexual health service - free confidential advice, guidance, support and information on drugs, alcohol and sexual health for under 18s, their parents / carers or concerned others, preventative work, providing education and advice on sexual health and substances,

Did you know that children aged 0–4 years old are the most at risk from accidents in the home? You can make your home safer through our home safety scheme, which supplies a variety of safety items such as stair gates, plug socket covers, front door chains, enclosure of bannisters and fridge, freezer and cupboard locks. You can get this help if you live in Brighton and Hove and have a child under the age of 4, Are a young parent under the age of 20, Are receiving benefits or are on a low income

Samaritans (116 123) samaritans.org operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you’re feeling, or if you’re worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org , write to Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK, PO Box 9090, STIRLING, FK8 2SA

Child Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme or ‘Sarah’s Law’ in England allows anyone to formally ask police if someone with access to a child has a record for child sexual offences. Police will reveal details confidentially to the person most able to protect the child (usually parents, carers or guardians) if they think it is in the child’s interests. To find out more information about how the scheme operates in Brighton and Hove and how to make applications for disclosure contact Sussex Police at www.sussex.police.uk or by calling 101.

supports individuals with hypermobility (EDS HSD) and neurodivergent conditions (Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia, Tourette's, Dyslexia, and more)

free online resource for parents and couples dealing with divorce or separation. help and support from local organisations in over 600 locations nationwide. All these organisation have been awarded DWP’s Help and Support for Separated Families (HSSF) Mark. ‘Next Steps for You’ tool can help you get the information relevant to your individual circumstances quickly. Get help with:childcare, parenting plans and talking to your children about separation mediation, separation and divorce housing benefits, tax credits, finance and debt issues relationships and dealing with conflict and domestic violence health issues such as stress, depression and the emotional journey

SHAC Central, Morley Street, Brighton BN2 9RE 01273 523388 limited walk-in service for young people under the age of 20 at our Morley Street clinic on Wednesdays only in the afternoon from 13:30 until 18:00.

buy and sell low-cost second-hand school uniforms. Families can also be eligible for free uniforms by referral vAnyone ia community organisations across the city. voucher scheme hello@smarteruniforms with ‘Free Voucher Scheme’ as the subject. Collection boxes for outgrown uniforms are placed across the city listed on the website and once cleaned sold online and can be delivered right to your door by Zedify. hello@smarteruniforms.org

The SAUK organisation is comprised of three parts - The main site (this website) The Forum The Chatrooms

Funplex, Bevendean BN2 AJE, Indoor soft play centre & laser tag parties, toddler activities. High Places, The Triangle, Burgess Hill RH15 8WA, 16 fun themed climbing experiences. Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park, Burgess Hill RH15 9TL & Eastbourne BN21 3NW, soft play & parties. Level Up, Withdean Sports Complex BN1 5JD. Indoor soft play for all ages, inc. various play features, toddlers area. Magic Castle Soft Play, U10s, Peacehaven Leisure Centre, Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5pm. Tiny Tim's U9s, Hangleton Cetre BN3 8BW, soft play on 3 levels. Wild Wonderland Lancing, Lancing BN15 8FB, variety of play equipment, multi-storey play frame, toddler & crawlers areas.

0800 027 0700 eligible for a discount if any of the following circumstances applies to you: Your household income is low/Someone in your home gets a means-tested benefit/You’ve got three or more children under 19 living at home/Someone living with you needs more water because of a medical condition/You haven’t made a payment to us for a while. Offers New start scheme, debt write offs and lower tariffs.

People with learning disabilities can speak up and take action about the things that matter to them. Phone number: 01273 421921

Generalist advice service debt, bankruptcy, welfare benefits (inc completion of DLA forms) and family matters.

safe accommodation for women and children fleeing domestic abuse through qualified managers and coaches of Safelives, a specialist domestic abuse charity. Brighton and Hove Refuge provides fifteen furnished self-contained flats including ground floor flats for women with mobility issues. Residents benefit from spaces developed with recovery and safety in mind, including areas equipped with toys for children to play and a large garden. Residents can attend workshops, therapies, and one-to-one support sessions, as well as having access to the Brighton and Hove BME Capacity Building Programme, providing specialist support for domestic abuse survivors from ethnic minorities.

For support for people feeling suicidal, if you are concerned about someone or if you are bereaved by suicide see

SupportLine provides a confidential helpline offering emotional support to any individual on any issue. . SupportLine is a member of the Helplines Association. SupportLine also provides support by email and post. telephone helpline, email and postal support. Information and resources are also listed on website.

safe, anonymous, space for women (over 18) who have been affected by domestic abuse to share their experiences and support one another. A moderator is online every day to respond to posts, provide advice, and deal with any technical problems. We aim to respond to any requests within 12 hours. If you are a man who is experiencing domestic abuse, please contact the Men’s Advice Line.

support survivors of sexual violence and abuse in Sussex also DASA Peer support group for people affected by domestic abuse 32 Victoria road, Southwick BRIGHTON BN42 4DH T: 07886054507 E: dasabrighton@outlook.com

Interpreting services for all languages available. 01273 234 016

Brighton & Hove Mediation Service (including Lewes) Since 1993 BHIMS, a registered charity, has worked with residents in the area of conflict resolution to build stronger more cohesive local communities. We develop and share conflict resolution and communication tools to resolve current problems and reduce future conflicts.

101 NON EMERGENCY 01273 4784432

donate your devices with the RevaluElectricals collection service. Request a collection via The ZeroNet app or use our online collection request form. https://www.thezeronet.com/ https://www.techtakeback.com/collectionrequest.html Households outside Brighton & Hove* - You can join our waiting list for collections outside of the city by completing our online collection request form (select 'Household Collection Outside B&H'). https://www.techtakeback.com/collectionrequest.html#form

01273 775 888 Befriending, social prescribing and volunteering services in Brighton, Hove and beyond, and by sharing our ideas and expertise nationally.

supporting people across the UK to manage and overcome phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and related anxiety disorders using evidence based techniques built on behaviour therapy techniques. We offer practical, proven support through our network of online friendly, self-help groups. Run by trained volunteers, many of whom have lived with OCD or phobias themselves, our groups are safe, welcoming space where you’ll connect with others facing similar challenges to find understanding, encouragement, and a clear path to recovery.

3 months to 5 years old.Full Session:9am to 2pm tue Wed Thur during term time. creche service (min two hour sessions). as much notice as possible, but understand some circumstances are on ad-hoc bases. forms to be completed/returned/settling session to have been completed prior to the session. Early Years Funding entitlement (EYFE) places for all ages across Tue, wed, thur amounting to 15 hours. Parents that wish to split hours between two settings are able to do this with ToyBox. no hidden costs or top up fees for hours your child attends. https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/ £5.50 per hour. full session (9am to 2pm) £27.50. reduced rate of £4.50 per hour to those in receipt of certain benefits. reduced sibling rate of £4.50 per hour for the eldest sibling.

TouchBase is a community interest organisation, working on a not for profit basis. We support children, young people and young adults to recover well from adverse childhood experiences, so that they can live life well at home, school, work and out and about within their local communities.

GRANT FINDER - if intermediary is required you can ask if SPIN can apply on your behalf

supporting mothers and caregivers, offering a range of services including psychological and somatic therapies, mindfulness, and counselling. community space, such as Ochre House, where mothers can engage in therapeutic practices and peer-to-peer support groups like UMEmamas, which focuses on yoga and mindfulness for parenting.

directory of local and national resources that provide a wide range of mental health and wellbeing advice, information and guidance. If in East Sussex, East Sussex Mental Health Directory, managed by our partner, East Sussex County Council.

WOMENS AID get help by live chat or email Women’s Aid is the national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children.

wyld Mothers Fire is a space for mothers to sit around a fire, have a chat, connect with other mums and take some time out in nature. We make, read, discuss, laugh, cry, eat and play, or whatever we want/need that day. Bring your baby and let nature nurture you.

offers advice, support and guidance to young people in Brighton and Hove. mediation services for 16-25yrs+ and advice/support to 13yrs+. Out of hours parent drop in too.

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