You are not alone
Switchboard is here for the LGBTQ+ communities and beyond, a safe space for you to ask questions about sexuality and / or gender identity.
W: www.switchboard.lgbt
T: 0300 330 0630 Monday to Sunday, 10:00am to 10:00pm
E: chris@switchboard.lgbt
Mermaids is a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who are determined to offer more support, not less during this period of uncertainty. Helpline, Webchat, Email support and text support services are operating as normal.
W: www.mermaidsuk.org.uk
T: 0808 801 0400 Monday to Friday, 9am to 9pm
E: info@mermaids.org.uk
Portsmouth City Council LGBTQ Team support young people who are exploring their gender identity / sexuality and their families. If you are in need of support please contact them.
Y Services are using Zoom to host evening youth groups as a video conference. Email to take part or contact if you are feeling lonely, want to catch up or get something off your shoulders that has been weighing you down.
Dawn Tracy LGBT Youth Worker
T: 07503 353636
E: dawn@yservices.co.uk
Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. There is advice and support via their website for everyone at this crucial time or you can contact them.
W: www.mind.org.uk/information-support/helplines
T: 0300 123 3393 Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays) 9am to 6pm
E: info@mind.org.uk
