Need help? 

If you need to talk to someone or if you’re worried about a friend, you can contact any of the following:

If you are worried a crime is happening now, call 999 now.

If it isn't an emergency, but you think the police should know about it call 101

or report it online.

Twitter - @DerPolContact

Facebook - @derbyshireconstabulary

If you would prefer not to contact the Police directly:

Crimestoppers – 0800555111 (anonymously)

NSPCC - 0808 800 5000 or email - [email protected]

Child Line - 0800 1111

CEOP via their online site. (anonymously)

The main thing is, if you have a concern and would normally confide in a trusted adult at school or someone who you would normally have regular contact with but aren’t at the moment, please, please consider the options above.

We are all here to help!

It is also important to look after our own mental health during these strange times, should you feel in need you can contact The Mental Health Helpline on:

0300 790 0596

or explore the Mental Health Helpline for advice

Money Worries 

Money worries can consume us but there is help and guidance available for all. Contact:
Citizens Advice on  https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/  
Money Helper on https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en 

For more services including help to feed your family and help with the cost of living, visit: 
https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/community/cost-of-living/cost-of-living-contacts-and-help 
 

Gambling support 

The East Midlands Gambling Harms Service, based in Derby, provides specialist therapies, treatment and recovery to those affected by gambling addiction and gambling problems in Derbyshire.

You can get help either face-to-face, over the phone, or online. Any Derbyshire resident wishing to access support can Call: 0300 013 2330.
https://www.eastmidlandsgambling.nhs.uk/ 
 

Domestic Violence and Abuse Support 

If you have experienced domestic abuse and need support, advice or a place of safety, phone the Derbyshire Domestic Abuse free phone number 0800 0198 668.

This service is provided locally by The Elm Foundation, and is available to everyone - men and women, children and young people, whatever their ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. You can find out about the help and support they can provide, and how to contact them on https://www.theelmfoundation.org.uk/ 

For support outside normal working hours, contact Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 or in an emergency phone the police on 999.

The National Domestic Violence free 24-hour helpline number is 0808 2000 247
https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ 
 

Mental Health 

We all have mental health and sometimes we need a bit of support to keep ourselves content, happy and well. There are a range of services available for Adults and Children. These can be found on Derby and Derbyshire's Emotional Health and Wellbeing website:

  https://derbyandderbyshireemotionalhealthandwellbeing.uk/child-young-person/emotional-wellbeing-support

Having Physically and Mentally Healthy Adults can support the health and wellbeing of the children around them. Below are a few key resources that people may benefit from accessing.

FREE Talking Therapies

Talking therapies, or psychological therapies, are effective and confidential treatments delivered by fully trained and accredited NHS practitioners. They can help if you're struggling with things like feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

You can access talking therapies for free on the NHS.

You can refer yourself directly to an NHS talking therapies service without a referral from a GP, or a GP can refer you.

Help is available in person, by video, over the phone or as an online course.

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/talking-therapies-medicine-treatments/talking-therapies-and-counselling/nhs-talking-therapies/

In the moment Mental Health support, FREE 24/7 Dial 111 selecting option 2. FREE 24/7.

Text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential support, available 24/7, 365 days a year. 
 

FREE Lifestyle Help- Lose Weight, Stop Smoking 

Whether you want to feel fitter, lose weight or quit smoking the Live Life Better Derbyshire Service can help the people of Derbyshire to Live Life Better.

Whatever your goal
https://www.livelifebetterderbyshire.org.uk/home.aspx 
 

Alcohol and Drug Support 

If you think that you, or someone you know, might have an alcohol or drug related problem then there are groups and organisations out there to give you a helping hand.

Lower My Drinking is our free, commissioned app, that will give you the expert advice and scientifically-proven tools you need to reduce your drinking to the recommended limit of 14 units a week or less. Download the app for Apple or Android 
https://derbyshire.orchahealth.com/en-GB/search?search=lower%20my%20drinking&sortBy=Relevance

Adult Alcohol and Drug Treatment and Support Services

Services are here to help.

Call 01246 206514 or
E-mail [email protected] 

https://www.derbyshirerecoverypartnership.co.uk/ 

Derbyshire CGL also offers targeted and specialist help to reduce the risks and harm associated with alcohol or drug misuse, as well as to help young people wanting to reduce or stop their substance use or avoid relapsing.

The service works with children, young people and their families or carers. It provides support and helps them to build resilience to enable sustainable recovery and prevent further use and harm.

Email [email protected]

Call 01773 303646

https://www.changegrowlive.org/young-peoples-service-derbyshire/info 
 

Affected by someone else's drinking? 
Hetty's Charity

If you’re worried about a loved one’s alcohol or drug use, or are struggling to manage everyday life because of the effects of this substance use on your family, then Hetty’s are here to help.

There is no judgement here at Hetty’s, just a listening ear from someone who understands, a shoulder to cry on, and the offer of some practical tools and skills that you can use to improve your situation and regain control of your life. We can also help you if you have taken responsibility for a child who can no longer live with their birth parents due to substance misuse.

https://www.hettys.org.uk/ 

When children are affected by another person's drinking 

SPACE 4 U is a funded Service,  supporting 5 to 18-year-olds living in Derbyshire (excluding Derby City), providing a safe space for children and young people who are affected by someone else's alcohol or drug misuse. This could be a parent or carer, sibling or close friend.

SPACE 4 U helps to improve wellbeing and resilience so they can cope better and build stronger relationships at home, at school and in the community.

Referrals can be made by anyone who knows a child or young person who is seriously affected by someone else's substance misuse.
https://service.actionforchildren.org.uk/derbyshire/space-4-u/ 

Menopause 

Typically people experience symptoms of the menopause around the age of 45 however symptoms can start earlier for some and later for others. 

Menopause symptoms go beyond hot flushes and night sweats. Changes in hormones can lead to brain fog, loss of confidence, anxiety and trouble sleeping to name just a few.

A great place to start can be to keep a symptom diary.

Try out the tool from Rock my menopause at https://rockmymenopause.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Menopause-symptoms-diary.pdf 

Take your symptom diary to your GP. Remember to request a longer appointment and ask if their is a clinician at your practice with an interest in the menopause.

For more facts about the menopause see The Menopause Fact Sheet at: https://www.selfcareforum.org/menopause/ 

Early Menopause support is available from the Daisy Network https://www.daisynetwork.org/ 

Sleep Awareness 

Did you know that up to 50% of children struggle with sleep at some point, which rises to 80% where there is a diagnosis of SEND? 

Poor sleep can lead to cranky mornings, trouble focusing in school, and even long-term health challenges - not to mention tired, stressed-out parents. That’s why we’re dedicating an entire month to raising awareness about the importance of sleep for children. 

Whether you’re navigating toddler wake ups, battling bedtimes, or convincing your teen to switch off at night, we’re here to help!  

What’s coming in February: 

✨ Practical tips for better sleep routines. 

✨ Free weekly webinars with our experts to tackle sleep challenges. 

✨ Resources, info and challenges. 

We want to work together with you to make bedtime battles a thing of the past. Follow us for updates, tips, and resources, and get ready to sleep better this February! Download the supporter's pack here: https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/get-involved/awareness-events/