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Take the first step with this free online course designed to support you with gently increasing activity whilst managing your long-term health condition.

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Unique Voice SEND Stay & Play 2026 + HAF

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Welcome to Your Holiday Hub (YHH) Bristol!At YHH you can explore a mix of FREE and paid for school holiday clubs and activities across Bristol

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What do you love about the area? What should change?

Your opinions will shape the future - this document will influence

planning decisions about Fishponds developments.

Please fill in our survey to share your thoughts about what matters

now, and in the future.

You can find the survey online: https://fishpondscpg.org.uk/a-

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Assistive equipment for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people

Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People provide an Equipment Service for Deaf and hard of hearing people living in Bristol.

They have a range of assistive technology, which can help keep you independent and more connected at home.

The equipment they provide includes items such as flashing doorbells, amplified telephones, personal listeners, and TV listening devices.

Depending on eligibility based on hearing loss and council area, some products are free of charge and others are available to buy.

If you know people who would benefit from our service and would like to share information with them, please click here to download a PDF of their Equipment Service leaflet.

Equipment Service Online Referrals

Click here to refer someone: Equipment Service referral form - Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People

If you are unable to complete an online form, please contact CfD directly.

If you are Deaf of Hard of Hearing, you may also be entitled to free equipment fitted by the fire service.

You can use Avon Fire and Rescue Service’s Online Home Fire Safety Check for free personalised advice for your home and lifestyle to keep you safe from fire.

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Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People

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Equipment Service referral form - Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People

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FREE Summer Bus Travel in Bristol and beyond

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FREE Summer Bus Travel in Bristol and beyond

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Download our free handbooks containing resources for people living in Bristol experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

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Housing Matters - Advice, Support and Advocacy in Bristol

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Housing Matters – Advice, Support and Advocacy in Bristol. Free, independent, confidential housing support to anyone in and around Bristol.

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Have you heard about Bristol's Welcoming Spaces? They are places where you can keep warm, socialise with others and access cost of living advice.

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Running social groups and mental health support in Bristol's parks and green spaces

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Making your parks the best they can be, for everybody.

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A FREE course for carers of children aged 0-8 years old run by expert facilitators and Family Support Workers who are based at Children’s Centres across the city.

These parenting courses are FREE and are all universal – any parent/carer can attend.

Scan the QR code or follow this link to register your interest: www.bit.ly/BristolParentingGroups

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Do you need cost of living support?

Visit Bristol City Council's cost of living page for guidance on topics including: housing; benefits; financial health and mental health and wellbeing.

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The rising cost of living is affecting everybody in the city in different ways. We want to support those most impacted, including those who have not faced financial challenge before.

In this guide you can find useful websites, community organisations, advice and guidance to help you through the rising cost of living. If you need help, contact us or one of the organisations in this guide. There's advice, support and information available across Bristol.

Some organisations are very busy. It may take a while to get a response to a query.

Cost of living pressures can affect our mental health and wellbeing, making us feel stressed, anxious or low. Talk to friends and family about how you're feeling. There are local organisations that can also help, and it's important to look after your own wellbeing.

We've developed an approach that sets out how we're working together as a city to support the communities most impacted by the rise in the cost of living, particularly over the coming winter months.

See the One City cost of living approach.

Where to get help

We Are Bristol helpline

You can call the free We Are Bristol helpline to get information and advice about the cost of living crisis, including where to get help about:

financial benefits

food

mental health and wellbeing

finding your nearest Welcoming Space

Call for free on 0800 694 0184 between 8:30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

The Citizen Service Point

If you need more advice and support around the cost of living that you've not been able to get from this page, or the organisations listed, visit the Citizen Service Point.

Help with your bills

Energy efficiency at home

You can reduce your energy bills by making your home more energy efficient. This will be particularly important as winter approaches.

For easy ways to make your home more energy efficient, visit:

The Cold Homes Energy Efficiency Survey Experts Project is a Bristol-based not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) that carries out surveys to see where your home is losing heat. Surveys start at £135 but are free to people who:

live in buildings that lose a lot of heat, or

can't afford to heat their homes

Paying your bills

If you are struggling to pay your energy bills, get in touch with Citizens Advice Bristol.

If you pay your energy bill by direct debit, your payments will usually be estimated on the amount of energy you use over a year.

You may find that your payments will increase if you use more energy than your supplier has estimated.

To ensure you're paying the right amount of direct debit, make sure you send monthly meter readings. This means you'll be less likely to owe them extra money.

Water meters

With a water meter you only pay for what you use, so you can take full control of your bill. You're also more likely to reduce your water use, helping the environment.

Switch to a water meter for free on the Bristol Water website.

Winter fuel payment

The Winter Fuel Payment is usually paid automatically in November or December if you're eligible.

Welcoming Spaces

The Welcoming Spaces network was set up in October 2022 to support residents over the autumn and winter.

However, many of the spaces are still continuing to operate and are ready to give you a warm welcome.

You can sit, socialise with others, take part in activities and access support.

Find your nearest Welcoming Space.

Support the Welcoming Spaces network. We'd like more venues and organisations to become Welcoming Spaces.

You can:

register to be a Welcoming Space

find out about funding

find out how else you can support the Welcoming Spaces network if you haven't got a venue

Benefits, financial help, and managing debt

Use our benefits calculator to find out if you can claim benefits. You may be eligible for some extra money.

If you're going through a one-off crisis and need emergency help, you can apply for support from our Local crisis prevention fund. It includes small emergency payments for:

food

new or second hand household goods

If you're struggling to manage your money or have debt problems, visit our money advice page for information on funds, benefits and support available.

There's also a useful budgeting tool on the Citizens Advice website.

There are advice agencies in Bristol that offer free legal advice on:

debt

welfare benefit entitlements

appealing welfare benefit decisions

For advice on debt, visit:

For advice on welfare benefit entitlements, visit:

Citizens Advice Bristol is running drop-in sessions at some Welcoming Spaces. They can provide guidance around benefits, money, debt and energy.

For advice on appealing welfare benefit decisions relating to Employment Support Allowance and Personal Independence Payments, visit:

If you need help with council tax and are on a low income you could apply for Council Tax Reduction.

Before you look at borrowing any money, check is a moneylender is registered, and report an illegal moneylender, also known as a loan shark, on GOV.UK.

There are also national helplines that offer advice on debt management and welfare benefits:

If you're more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, you may be eligible to get help to buy healthy food and milk with the NHS Healthy Start scheme.

We can give advice, support and guidance if you're having difficulty paying your rent or mortgage.

There are organisations in Bristol offering help and advice in Bristol related to housing:

Paying your rent

You may be able to get help with your rent if you:

are on a low income

don't already get help with housing costs

Most people on a low income who are renting privately, from the council, or a housing association need to make a Universal Credit claim. If you need help claiming Universal Credit you can visit the Citizen Service Point on Temple Street.

Some people might need to claim Housing Benefit rather than Universal Credit for help with housing costs, for example:

people placed in temporary accommodation by the council

people living in a hostel or supported housing

Our Housing Benefit section gives support with claiming and changing your circumstances.

If your rent is more than you get for your Universal Credit or Housing Benefit, you can apply for a Discretionary Housing Payment. There are limited funds available. Applications will be prioritised and may only be made for 3 months.

Find out what to do if you're a council tenant and having problems paying your rent or you're in rent arrears.

Paying your mortgage

Get advice if you're struggling to pay your mortgage and are in arrears.

Homelessness

If you're homeless or worried about becoming homeless, visit our Citizen Service Point for advice and support on weekdays.

There are night shelters and advice for people currently rough sleeping.

If you're at risk of sleeping rough, the Outreach Team run by St Mungo's may be able to help you find somewhere to stay.

There are organisations in Bristol offering help and advice in Bristol related to housing:

Move in, Move on, Move up is a service from One Front Door for anyone with a history of rough sleeping or living in temporary or unsettled accommodation. They give one-to-one support to help people get a job and earn more money.

Mental health and emotional wellbeing

Every Mind Matters give expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health.

If you're struggling most days, it's important you ask for support. Community Access Support Service can signpost to organisations across Bristol for all groups of people and communities.

If you start to feel that daily life is getting too much to cope with, you can contact The Samaritans or Shout 85258.

The Samaritans offer support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on:

Shout 85258 offers confidential text support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When you need immediate help, text SHOUT to 85258.

Bristol Mind also has online resources to support older people's mental health and emotional wellbeing.

VitaMinds is a free and confidential NHS service which offers a range of short-term talking therapies to people aged 16 and over who live in and are registered with a GP in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Second Step provide mental health and wellbeing services to help people take the next steps in their recovery. They provide practical help and emotional support tailored to each individual.

Changes Bristol provide free peer support to any adult suffering from mental distress. This includes weekly in-person and online support as well as a telephone befriending service.

Employment and skills

You may be thinking about getting a new job or developing your skills.

One Front Door can help you find work and training. They give priority to unemployed residents. Call them on 0117 922 3440 from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday or email onefrontdoor@bristol.gov.uk.

The Ways2Work Network is a community of employment support and training organisations sharing information about opportunities to help you find work.

Future Bright offers free, one-to-one coaching and support to help you take your next step at work.

Bristol Community Learning offers free courses to improve your confidence and skills for life and work, including:

Thrive at Work provides free tools and resources, including free e-learning, to help create a mentally healthy workforce and mentally healthy workplaces.

Clean Slate can help people find new, better paid or extra work. They also help people on low incomes or facing challenges in life to become better off.

Employment and financial support

Find information about employment and financial support on GOV.UK:

Additional advice for older people

Age UK Bristol is part of a Support Hub for Older People. The hub is made up of more than 35 organisations working together to support older people by offering practical, emotional and social support.

To find out about any of the services of the Support Hub partners:

Financial support

If you're State Pension age and get Winter Fuel Payments, you'll automatically get an extra £300 every year with your usual Winter Fuel Payment in either November or December.

You're usually entitled to Winter Fuel Payments if you're of State Pension age in the third week of September. The State Pension age is 66. You should start getting the Winter Fuel Payment automatically once you reach State Pension age, but sometimes you might need to apply.

Additional support for disabled people

Cost of Living payments scam

There are people attempting to get personal information from customers by sending out texts suggesting that customers are eligible for Cost of Living payments.

If you've had a message asking you to apply or contact someone about the payment, this might be a scam.

If you're eligible for Cost of Living payments:

you'll be paid automatically

you do not need to apply for payment

you do not need to call or speak to anyone

The payment is automatic. DWP will never ask for personal details by text or email.

Visit the government website:

Help and support for Bristol's Clean Air Zone

Children, young people and families

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HappyMaps - Find the best support, advice and information on young people's mental health, all in one place. For Parents, Professionals and Young People.

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Councillor Kelvin Blake

Hillfields - Labour

Email:  Cllr.Kelvin.Blake@bristol.gov.uk

Mobile:  07386698729

Councillor Ellie King

Hillfields - Labour

Email:  Cllr.Ellie.King@bristol.gov.uk

Mobile:  07584184604

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Damien.egan.mp@parliament.uk

Telephone:

0117 403 1581

Write:

Damien Egan MP

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To help buy fruit,vegetables and milk if you're on a low income,pregnant or have a child under 4 years old.

0300 330 7010

healthy.start@nhsbsa.nhs.uk

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Applying online

If you get Universal Credit, you can apply online if:

you're more than 10 weeks pregnant or have at least one child under 4 years old

your family's monthly 'take-home pay' (also called 'earned income') is £408 or less from employment

If you get Child Tax Credit, you may be eligible for Healthy Start if:

your family's annual income is £16,190 or less

you do not get Working Tax Credit

Most people who get Child Tax Credit can apply online. You can apply online if you're either:

more than 10 weeks pregnant and have children under the age of 4

not pregnant but have children under the age of 4

If you're more than 10 weeks pregnant and have other children who are all aged 4 or older, you'll need to apply by email or phone.

To apply online, you'll need your:

name

address

date of birth

National Insurance number

baby's due date (if you're pregnant)

benefit award letter if you're over 18 - make sure you enter the exact details shown on your benefit award letter

Make sure that your details are up to date with HMRC or DWP - you may wish to contact them to check or update your details before you apply.

Applying by email or phone

You can apply by email or phone if you're more than 10 weeks pregnant, or have at least one child under 4 years old, and get either:

Income Support

Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance

Pension Credit (which includes the child addition)

You can also apply by email or phone if you're more than 10 weeks pregnant and either:

under 18 years old and not getting any benefits

getting Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

If you get Child Tax Credit, you'll need to apply by email or phone if you're more than 10 weeks pregnant and have other children who are all aged 4 or older.

You can apply by either:

Phone lines are open 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays). Find out about call charges (opens in a new tab).

If you're not a British citizen but your child is

You might be eligible for Healthy Start depending on your immigration status.

You can get Healthy Start if all the following are true:

Your biometric residence permit (BRP) or your online immigration status (opens in a new tab) will say if you cannot claim public funds. You might also have a letter from the Home Office about it.

To apply for Healthy Start, ask for an application form via email. Only use this email address if you think you cannot claim public funds because of your immigration status.
Healthystartclaim@dhsc.gov.uk

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Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People - Centre for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People

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Our vision is of a Bristol where everyone can participate in all aspects of life in the city, whatever their level of hearing.

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Our aim is for every older person in the city to be an equal, valued and participating member of the community, able to influence policy and decision-making, challenge ageism and promote Bristol as an Age-Friendly City, with a focus on local neighbourhoods, housing and public transport.

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Bristol Women's Voice will make sure that when key decisions are taken women's voices have been listened to and their ideas and concerns acted on. BWV will also help women and girls across the city to find services they need, how to support one another, how to join local organisations and set up new ones, find and promote events and services for women and share ideas and issues.

BWV will enable women to come together either by meeting or through the web site, Facebook, blogs, twitter etc. to decide what are the most important issues facing women and girls in the city and work together to tackle them.

Bristol Women's Voice has been set up with support from Bristol City Council but is independent of the council. Bristol Women's Voice will operate as an incorporated charity and will be managed by Bristol women for Bristol women.

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Clean Slate offers money guidance and free training and paid employment to people facing barriers to work

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Apply to your local council for Council Tax Reduction (sometimes called Council Tax Support).

You'll get a discount on your bill if you're eligible.

You could be eligible if you're on a low income or claim benefits. Your bill could be reduced by up to 100%.

You can apply if you own your home, rent, are unemployed or working.

What you get depends on:

where you live - each council runs its own scheme

your circumstances (for example income, number of children, benefits, residency status)

your household income - this includes savings, pensions and your partner's income

if your children live with you

if other adults live with you

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The warm home discount is a credit on your energy bill, normally given by the end of March each year to people on low incomes. If you get any amount of guarantee credit you are entitled to the rebate, but you need to be signed up with a supplier who is part of the scheme, and you also need to apply.

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Pension Credit claimants may be able to get free cavity wall and loft insulation from

their energy provider.  And if your boiler is broken, you may be able to get a grant for

a new one from an energy provider – you don&#39;t always even need to be a customer

to qualify.

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One Bristol Community Link Service - Waythrough

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Working out of community centres and Welcome Spaces around Bristol, we support individuals with a wide range of challenges that can impact mental health and wellbeing.

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Feeding Bristol and reducing food insecurity

Everyone in Bristol has access to nutritious and affordable food, and have the skills, knowledge and are empowered to eat healthily.

Vision

Everyone in Bristol has access to nutritious and affordable food, and has the skills, knowledge and empowerment to eat healthily

Purpose

Feeding Bristol provides strategic support in tackling food insecurity across the city. We support the increased efficiency and effectiveness of existing practitioners and community groups, by helping them to add further value to their current operations. This allows us to take an informed approach in our efforts to drive systemic change and to tackle root causes.

Strategic Priorities

Our ways of working

As an organisation, we believe in supporting the city to support itself. As a platform to strategically guide Bristol in decision making that is complimentary to one another, the city will be able to deliver more sustainable and effective long-term solutions to zero-hunger.

Who we work with

Feeding Bristol works with a wide range of organisations and businesses across Bristol. We know that communities within Bristol can suffer from a range of different issues, so it is important that we all work together in providing a holistic level of support to those in need. Feeding Bristol will continue to catalyse and link the different industries, businesses and grassroots organisations, in an effort to more effectively deliver food solutions across the city - and build a city where no child goes hungry.

Who we work for

As one city, Bristol has a vast array of individuals and organisations focusing on helping to improve the circumstances of people who are less fortunate. Through targeting the food security needs, Feeding Bristol acts as an umbrella organisation for the city, supporting initiatives to get started, upscale or collaborate with others where relevant. By providing a central point of contact to those focusing on tackling similar issues, Bristol can act to ensure a permanent and positive step change towards zero hunger.

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Everyone in Bristol has access to nutritious and affordable food, and have the skills, knowledge and are empowered to eat healthily. As an organisation, we believe in supporting the city to support itself. As a platform to strategically guide Bristol in decision making that is complimentary to one another, the city will be able to deliver more sustainable and effective long-term solutions to zero-hunger.

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Diversity Statement

Changes Bristol celebrates all ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, ages, neurodiversity, disability status', citizenships, or any other aspect which makes you unique.

We are committed to fostering inclusivity, belonging and equality and we are allies in the fight against systemic racism, homophobia, and hate.

To see our full diversity statement, click here.

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Changes Bristol celebrates all ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, ages, neurodiversity, disability status', citizenships, or any other aspect which makes you unique. We are committed to fostering inclusivity, belonging and equality and we are allies in the fight against systemic racism, homophobia, and hate. To see our full diversity statement, click here.

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If you’re living in a cold or damp house, or your heating system is broken, or you’re struggling to pay your bills, we may be able to help.

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116 123 - phone this number

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People contact us with all sorts of concerns and what might be a small issue to you may be huge to someone else.

You could be going through something new or have been struggling to cope for some time, either way, we're here if you feel you need some extra support.

If what's getting to you isn't on this list, please still get in touch.

Common reasons people contact us are:

relationship and family problems

loss, including loss of a friend or a family member through bereavement

financial worries

job-related stress

college or study-related stress

loneliness and isolation

depression

painful and/or disabling physical illness

heavy use of or dependency on alcohol or other drugs

thoughts of suicide

We won't make decisions for you, and we'll support the decisions you make.

You are the expert on your own life. Our advice or opinions are not important.

If you want advice, we may be able to give you contact details for organisations that specialise in helping with specific problems and situations.

Calling from some landlines
All UK mobile phone networks and telephone providers have confirmed to us that Samaritans' 116 123 number is available and free to call from landlines and mobiles.

However, some offices, organisations and care homes have restrictions on the types of numbers that can be dialled; this means that if you try call us from an office phone, you might get a busy tone or message saying that it is an unrecognised number.

If you're unable to change the settings of your phone system, you can also call 116 123 for free from any UK mobile. Another option is to call 0330 094 5717 (local call charges will apply and will appear on your bill).
Has Samaritans' UK helpline number changed?
Yes, in September 2015, we launched a our new UK helpline number, 116 123. (It replaces our old UK helpline number, 08457 90 90 90.) Our listening service is exactly the same.

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There are days when I wish I could see your face again, or hear your voice just one more time. But deep down I feel relief that you aren't here anymore, that you aren't able to hurt anyone else. I feel bad about thinking this, but then who wouldn't? I always ask myself if I could have done more to stop you leaving and doing what you did, if I had spoken up sooner could you still be here today? You were my big brother, growing up I looked up to and admired you, you always had my back and looked after me. Looking back, it seems so strange that by the end I saw you as a stranger when growing up you were my best friend. Do you remember how inseparable we were growing up? We did everything together, be it playing with toy cars or watching cartoons as children, or spending every night out on BMXs with friends after school when we got older. Life was so carefree. And then we grew up and it all seemed to be going so wrong. You stepped up to be man of the house when dad left us, you supported me when mum was in hospital, and things didn't work out with your girlfriend. You were so angry all the time, and mum and I could see you starting to fall in with the wrong crowd. I could see you were unhappy and, worse, out of control, being brought home in a police car. Drinking too much. I wish I could have fixed things for you, I struggle now because I feel like I've let you down, why didn't I manage to see how much pain and anger you were really feeling inside? So yeah, since you ask, I felt happy when you seemed to find your faith and a new path, it was like you had found a renewed purpose. I felt like I was getting my brother back again, and you seemed good, happy too. But then things started to change for the worse, you met people who saw you were lost and used it to drag you in so deep that you couldn't get out, every night at home turned into an argument, it was exhausting. What were you looking for that we - me, mum, your friends, couldn't give you? When did you start listening to these people over us as a family? What did they say to turn you into someone we no longer recognised? These people weren't your friends or family. I wish I could have stopped you from thinking they were. Did you ever stop to think how hard the choices you made would be on me, mum and your friends? How do you tell people your brother was a terrorist? How do you answer them when they ask you, why you couldn't be stopped earlier? I've learned to hate hindsight, because looking back I can see all the small changes in you that we knew weren't right, but by the time we noticed, it was too late. Maybe if I had said something sooner, before these people took hold and dragged you in too deep, you might have listened? As difficult as it is to say, I am glad you're gone, but you know I'll always miss you, and by you I mean the big brother I grew up with, not this person you became.

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There are days when I wish I could see your face again, or hear your voice just one more time. But deep down I feel relief that you aren't here anymore, that you aren't able to hurt anyone else. I feel bad about thinking this, but then who wouldn't?

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Protecting Your Child from Extremism- Educate Against Hate

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Parents and Carers: Protecting Your Child From Extremism and Radicalisation (2023) - Educate Against Hate

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Booklet and supporting slide pack to help parents and carers understand Prevent and combat extremism and radicalisation.

Subject area:

Extremism, Prevent duty, Radicalisation, Reporting concerns

Age group:

Early Years, KS 1, KS 2, KS 3, KS 4, KS 5

Resources:

Parent information

Format:

Pdf, Presentation slides

Resource pack for secondary pupils to support classroom discussions about fundamental British values.

Subject area:

Debate and discussion, Fundamental British Values, Let's Discuss

Age group:

KS 3, KS 4

Resources:

Lesson ideas, Teacher guidance

Format:

Pdf, Presentation slides, Videos

These resources have been developed by the Solutions Not Sides team to offer teachers and their students resource materials that can be used in classrooms together, or independently by students. The teacher guides can make sure you feel confident and informed when discussing this topic with students. The class activity packs are interactive, with multimedia [...]

Subject area:

Debate and discussion

Age group:

KS 3, KS 4

Resources:

Lesson activity, Lesson ideas, Lesson plan, Teacher guidance

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Pdf, Presentation slides

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Educate Against Hate - Prevent Radicalisation & Extremism

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This website gives parents, teachers and school leaders practical advice on protecting children from extremism and radicalisation.

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There are days when I wish I could see your face again, or hear your voice just one more time. But deep down I feel relief that you aren't here anymore, that you aren't able to hurt anyone else. I feel bad about thinking this, but then who wouldn't? I always ask myself if I could have done more to stop you leaving and doing what you did, if I had spoken up sooner could you still be here today? You were my big brother, growing up I looked up to and admired you, you always had my back and looked after me. Looking back, it seems so strange that by the end I saw you as a stranger when growing up you were my best friend. Do you remember how inseparable we were growing up? We did everything together, be it playing with toy cars or watching cartoons as children, or spending every night out on BMXs with friends after school when we got older. Life was so carefree. And then we grew up and it all seemed to be going so wrong. You stepped up to be man of the house when dad left us, you supported me when mum was in hospital, and things didn't work out with your girlfriend. You were so angry all the time, and mum and I could see you starting to fall in with the wrong crowd. I could see you were unhappy and, worse, out of control, being brought home in a police car. Drinking too much. I wish I could have fixed things for you, I struggle now because I feel like I've let you down, why didn't I manage to see how much pain and anger you were really feeling inside? So yeah, since you ask, I felt happy when you seemed to find your faith and a new path, it was like you had found a renewed purpose. I felt like I was getting my brother back again, and you seemed good, happy too. But then things started to change for the worse, you met people who saw you were lost and used it to drag you in so deep that you couldn't get out, every night at home turned into an argument, it was exhausting. What were you looking for that we - me, mum, your friends, couldn't give you? When did you start listening to these people over us as a family? What did they say to turn you into someone we no longer recognised? These people weren't your friends or family. I wish I could have stopped you from thinking they were. Did you ever stop to think how hard the choices you made would be on me, mum and your friends? How do you tell people your brother was a terrorist? How do you answer them when they ask you, why you couldn't be stopped earlier? I've learned to hate hindsight, because looking back I can see all the small changes in you that we knew weren't right, but by the time we noticed, it was too late. Maybe if I had said something sooner, before these people took hold and dragged you in too deep, you might have listened? As difficult as it is to say, I am glad you're gone, but you know I'll always miss you, and by you I mean the big brother I grew up with, not this person you became.

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There are days when I wish I could see your face again, or hear your voice just one more time. But deep down I feel relief that you aren't here anymore, that you aren't able to hurt anyone else. I feel bad about thinking this, but then who wouldn't?

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No one deserves to be a victim of hate crime. If it’s happening to you or someone you know, get in touch with us right away.

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Our guide will give you confidence to talk to children and young people about race and racism and develop their understanding and awareness.

This resource helps teachers and parents to create a safe space for children and young people to ask questions and discuss race and racism. Through our resources we aim to help learners become more empathetic and resilient through kindness and mutual respect.

It provides information to help educators prepare for a conversation and introduce the topic to learners. It also includes several activities and analogies to help children and young people explore and discuss the topic. There are separate documents for children (ages 3 to 11) and young people (ages 11 to 18).

Our Black Lives Matter resource for young people helps learners reflect on movement with a focus on how people might experience racism and how it might feel.

Learning objectives
Learners will:

discuss racism in an open and safe environment and ask questions

use techniques like active listening to help develop understanding

explore what a stereotype is and start to challenge assumptions we hear and see in the media

celebrate others' differences and similarities

be empowered to create an anti-racist environment.

Resource overview

This provides an overview of what to expect from the resource. There are differentiated activities for primary and secondary learners.

1. Guidance: preparation

Advice for teachers and parents on how to prepare for and approach the subject. Have the confidence to talk to children and young people, how to raise the topic, create a safe space for discussion and respond to questions.

2. Creating an anti-racist environment: taking action

Explore ways in which children and young people can be an active ally with friends and family. Consider how it would feel to be supported.

3. Active listening: listening activity

Use this activity to set out an environment of active listening where people can share safely, and others listen and reflect on what is said.

4. Challenging stereotypes: discussion activity

Provide an opportunity to discuss what we mean by stereotypes and challenge some thoughts learners might have.

5. In my community: debate activity

Encourage learners to think about discrimination and equality in their local community and environment with this walking debate.

6. Video activity

Video activities for different ages exploring race and racism. For children, discover the importance of loving your skin. For young people, think about discrimination against key workers.

7. Celebrating similarities and differences: discussion activity

Explore the traits that make us who we are, what do we have in common with others? Discuss a series of statements about similarities and differences.

8. Reflection

Make a plan of action with your children and young people and work on it together.

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A free primary and secondary teaching resource about how to support and talk to children and young people about race, racism and anti-racism.

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Our guide will give you confidence to talk to children and young people about race and racism and develop their understanding and awareness.

This resource helps teachers and parents to create a safe space for children and young people to ask questions and discuss race and racism. Through our resources we aim to help learners become more empathetic and resilient through kindness and mutual respect.

It provides information to help educators prepare for a conversation and introduce the topic to learners. It also includes several activities and analogies to help children and young people explore and discuss the topic. There are separate documents for children (ages 3 to 11) and young people (ages 11 to 18).

Our Black Lives Matter resource for young people helps learners reflect on movement with a focus on how people might experience racism and how it might feel.

Learning objectives
Learners will:

discuss racism in an open and safe environment and ask questions

use techniques like active listening to help develop understanding

explore what a stereotype is and start to challenge assumptions we hear and see in the media

celebrate others' differences and similarities

be empowered to create an anti-racist environment.

Resource overview

This provides an overview of what to expect from the resource. There are differentiated activities for primary and secondary learners.

1. Guidance: preparation

Advice for teachers and parents on how to prepare for and approach the subject. Have the confidence to talk to children and young people, how to raise the topic, create a safe space for discussion and respond to questions.

2. Creating an anti-racist environment: taking action

Explore ways in which children and young people can be an active ally with friends and family. Consider how it would feel to be supported.

3. Active listening: listening activity

Use this activity to set out an environment of active listening where people can share safely, and others listen and reflect on what is said.

4. Challenging stereotypes: discussion activity

Provide an opportunity to discuss what we mean by stereotypes and challenge some thoughts learners might have.

5. In my community: debate activity

Encourage learners to think about discrimination and equality in their local community and environment with this walking debate.

6. Video activity

Video activities for different ages exploring race and racism. For children, discover the importance of loving your skin. For young people, think about discrimination against key workers.

7. Celebrating similarities and differences: discussion activity

Explore the traits that make us who we are, what do we have in common with others? Discuss a series of statements about similarities and differences.

8. Reflection

Make a plan of action with your children and young people and work on it together.

Don't miss out

Sign up to our mailing list and receive new teaching resources, newsworthy resource packages, and information about educational offline and online products straight to your inbox.

This resource was created in June 2020 by the British Red Cross.

Help communities cope in a crisis

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We are a black-led charity and for over two decades, we've been dedicated to providing mental health assistance, particularly to adults from Black, Asian, and Minoritized Communities.

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Welcome to the Bristol Adult Learning

We offer a wide range of day, evening and weekend courses delivered by our fantastic team of skilled and experienced tutors.

If you know the course you want, you can go straight to our online booking and payment pages.

If you are unable to book online, please call 0117 903 8844 and we can take your enrolment by phone.

Our courses allow you to explore an interest, skill or hobby and many learners join our courses as a way of meeting people, having fun, taking on a challenge or keeping mentally and physically active.

Many of our courses take place at Stoke Lodge in Stoke Bishop but we also have courses at the St Paul's Learning Centre and online.

There is information about each course on this website, but if you have any questions, please contact us by emailing stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk or ring our office on 0117 903 8844 and we will be happy to help you.
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If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, excessive worry or low mood, then NHS Talking Therapies can help.

Vita Health Group provides the local Talking Therapies services on behalf of the NHS to adults 16-years and over, who live and are registered with a GP in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Call: 0333 200 1893

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Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire

We offer a range of Talking Therapies to adults aged 16 and over, who live and are registered with a GP in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Self-refer now

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A free and confidential NHS service

We all experience difficult times when we feel like we can't cope. These incidents can affect your everyday life and prevent you from leading a normal life.

If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, excessive worry or low mood, then VitaMinds can help.

VitaMinds works in partnership with the NHS to offer a range of short-term Talking Therapies known as IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) to adults 16-years and over, who live and are registered with a GP in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

VitaMinds is a FREE service and you don't need to visit a GP to get help - the options for referring to the service are shown below.

How can we help?

We aim to help people to improve their mental health and wellbeing when facing difficulties with:

Are you struggling to cope?

Self referral is quick and easy to do

The fastest way to get support is by selecting one of the options below.

Digital Assistant

Start now by using our digital referral assistant. This will guide you through some questions.
This is the fastest way to access support.

Online form

Enter some basic details into our form.

We will then contact you and arrange an assessment.

By Phone

You can call us to start your referral. We will then arrange an initial assessment.

8am - 8pm Mon to Thur, 8am - 5pm Fri & 9am - 1pm Sat

We are not an emergency service and are not able to help with immediate crisis situations. If you need immediate help please contact either your GP or go to the Accident and Emergency Department of your local hospital (24hrs). Alternatively, if you're experiencing a crisis and need a person to talk things through with, you can call the Crisis Teams in your area.

Our Services

We have several workshops and groups available, as well as online therapy.

Panic support

This six week course of webinars is specifically designed to assist patients experiencing feelings of panic or intense anxiety attacks

Patient testimonials

Calm, clear and compassionate

Nick was very calm, clear and compassionate. He didn't judge in any way and, considering I was very nervous and apprehensive having never done a talking therapy before, he made the process easy

Service user, Bristol

Gave me the support that was lacking in my life

Dawn was able to allow me to unburden myself, give me the support which was lacking in my life, enable me to make decisions and feel stronger emotionally whilst offering some practical advice.

Service user, Calderdale

The online programme was immensely useful

I was unsure working through the programme online would be of any help to me, however I have worked through it, and found it immensely useful. Each section was informative and I could relate to most of it. Working through it using the tools daily was very useful. Particularly the daily mood diary and the journal. Also the feedback from my on line support helped me feel I was not alone and someone was there to help.

Service user, Derbyshire

Self refer to get help now

Digital Assistant

Start now by using our digital referral assistant. This will guide you through some questions.
This is the fastest way to access support.

Online form

Enter some basic details into our form.

We will then contact you and arrange an assessment.

By Phone

You can call us to start your referral. We will then arrange an initial assessment.

8am - 8pm Mon to Thur, 8am - 5pm Fri & 9am - 1pm Sat

Vita is an award-winning, CQC registered healthcare provider

Get in touch with us. Simply complete the form below or call us on 01284 333 491

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Are you in need of immediate help?

VitaMinds is not an emergency service and is not able to offer urgent help for crisis situations.
If you are thinking of hurting yourself, or suicide feels like the only option, please contact your GP or visit your local Accident and Emergency Department.

If you think you are struggling to keep yourself safe, or are seeking help for a medical emergency, call 999.

VitaMinds will respond to your self-referral within 72 hours.
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Are you in need of immediate help?

VitaMinds is not an emergency service and is not able to offer urgent help for crisis situations.

If you are thinking of hurting yourself, or suicide feels like the only option, please contact your GP or visit your local Accident and Emergency Department. If you think you are struggling to keep yourself safe, or are seeking help for a medical emergency, call 999.

VitaMinds will respond to your self-referral within 72 hours.

If you are making a referral on behalf of someone else then please use our online form.

If you wish to continue your self-referral then call us on 0333 200 1893

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Continue to self-referral?

Are you in need of immediate help?

VitaMinds is not an emergency service and is not able to offer urgent help for crisis situations.

If you are thinking of hurting yourself, or suicide feels like the only option, please contact your GP or visit your local Accident and Emergency Department. If you think you are struggling to keep yourself safe, or are seeking help for a medical emergency, call 999.

VitaMinds will respond to your self-referral within 72 hours.

If you are making a referral on behalf of someone else then please use our online form.
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Bristol Horn Youth Concern is a Community Impact Company (CIC) that is committed to providing support for young individuals between the ages of 11 and 19 in St Paul’s, Lawrence Hill, and Easton. We want to give young people a better start in life by offering opportunities to meet new people, learn new skills and burn some energy.​ We offer a range of activities - sports, workshops and community events - that all are welcome to join.

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Request a visit for someone else - Avon Fire and Rescue Service

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Vita Health Group provides mental wellbeing advice and guidance for students

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Runs support groups in Bristol for anyone affected by bipolar disorder

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Our Bristol support group meets in person on the 1st Friday and online on the 3rd Thursday of each month

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Drama workshops and performances for and by people with mental health difficulties

Call 07843210272

Email info@many-minds.org

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We work with individuals to engage with their creativity, improve confidence, self-esteem and build social skills and networks. We run weekly workshops in theatre making to devise and create high quality contemporary performance.

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A friendly walking group run by and for people with mental health difficulties

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Peer support & community. Walking & talking for your mental health. GET INVOLVED Previous Next DONATE Helping you find your WE. Because you are NOT alone. Founded by Bryony Gordon in 2016, Mental Health Mates is a network of peer support groups IRL and online, run by people who experience their own…

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Activities for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people who are 55+

Call 01179146671

Email lh.dhekbal@yahoo.com

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Activities for Black, Asian and Minority ethnic people who re 55+

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Call companions is a free service for older people who are lonely, isolated or in need of companionship and feel they would enjoy a friendly phone call every week or two

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Re-engage: charity for reducing loneliness in later life

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Our mission is to use the power of volunteering to enable older people to make new friends and break out of the cycle of social isolation and loneliness

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The Silver Line operates a free confidential 24 hour telephone helpline for people aged 55+ in the UK and offer a telephone friendship service connecting people aged 60+ with volunteers to reduce isolation.

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The Silver Line Helpline is a free telephone service just for older people. We provide friendship and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Creative activities and wellbeing support for young people

Call 01179477948

Email admin@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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Creative Youth Network builds relationships with young people to help them reach their potential and live fulfilling lives.

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Offers support for 11-25 year olds around mental health. Includes specialist groups for young people including LGBTQIA + , Muslim women, black and minority ethnic people.

Call 08088089120

Email hello@otrbristol.org.uk

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OTR is a mental health social movement by and for young people aged 11-25 living in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. Getting free support couldn’t be easier.

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A collection of organisations offering activities for young people in the Inner city and East Bristol area

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Inner City Youth Collective | Welcome - Full Circle Project

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Welcome to the Inner City Youth Collective! A collection of local youth organisations offering services covering: Barton Hill | Easton | Lawrence Hill | Redfield | St George | St Agnes | St Judes | St Pauls | St Werburghs Over 30 Regular Activities for Young People in East Central Bristol! Each organisation within the …

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Are you struggling with your mental health or worried about someone else? You can find help here

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HappyMaps - Find the best support, advice and information on young people's mental health, all in one place. For Parents, Professionals and Young People.

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"This is great to recommend to parents when they are worried about their children. It's the best website for mental health issues that I've found" (Teacher)

"Excellent. I work for CAMHS Bristol and regularly recommend this website" (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services)

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Home - HappyMaps: Help and Resources for Children's Mental Health

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An award-winning website on children's mental health collating sensible and professional advice on common problems. With new self-help pages for young people.

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Providing support to anyone concerned about their memory

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Dementia Wellbeing Service | Use our service