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Need to talk to someone in school about a problem?
Place2Talk is available to all students at lunch time

Mondays - Fridays, lunchtimes (years 7-13)
- NO22 and NO23, Place2Talk

Alternatively, you can complete a wellbeing support form: tinyurl.com/morpeth-studentwellbeing

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Request support - Wellbeing support form

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Request support - Wellbeing support form

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If you'd like to speak to someone about your wellbeing or access any of our support services, complete this form when logged into your @mopethschool.org.uk account.

Please remember, if you are in need of crisis support, text SHOUT to 85258 or call 999.
- Counselling & Place2Talk
- Tower Hamlets Education Wellbeing Service
- Young carers
- LGBT support
- Any other wellbeing concerns

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An introduction to the Tower Hamlets Education Wellbeing Service

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An introduction to the Tower Hamlets Education Wellbeing Service - For Students

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Free & confidential services for all young people aged 11-25, living in & around Tower Hamlets, including:

Wellbeing Sexual Health
Personal Development LGBTQ+
Mental Health

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Our building is currently open for services Tuesday - Friday

The team at Step Forward continue to offer services Monday - Saturday in person or via telephone and video calls. (By appointment only on Saturdays) The best ways to contact us are by emailing us on info@step-forward.org or calling us on 0208 739 3082 or 07961 201234 and leaving a message for the team with your name and contact information and we will get back to you.

If you are struggling with your mental health and wellbeing and feel that you need urgent help then you can call the 24hr Tower Hamlets Mental Health Crisis Line on Free Phone 0800 073 0003

If you have a medical emergency then please call 999 of day or night. If it isn't urgent then you can use the 111 helpline or look online Get help for your symptoms - NHS 111 for health advice and guidance.

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Step Forward (Tower Hamlets) | Young People's Charity East London - Free Support Services - Counselling, Wellbeing & Mental Health, LGBTQ | Supporting young people since 1988

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The team at Step Forward continue to offer services Monday - Saturday in person or via telephone and video calls. (By appointment only on Saturdays) The best ways to contact us are by emailing us on info@step-forward.org or calling us on 0208 739 3082 or 07961 201234 and leaving a message for the team with your name and contact information and we will get back to you.

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Compass Safe East provide support confidential support with:

Drug or alcohol use, Stop smoking support including Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), Sexual health, Free condoms, STI testing, Contraception

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A free, confidential health and wellbeing service for children and young people who need support around drug and alcohol use and/or sexual health. The service works with anyone who lives or studies in Tower Hamlets up to the age of 19 (up to 25 if you are in care, have special educational needs or a disability). Our aim is to help you make decisions where you feel you are in control of your health and wellbeing.

We listen to young people and help them to feel welcome and comfortable when they access our services. You have the right to attend services that are friendly, confidential, non-judgemental and treat you with respect. We do not tolerate any forms of discrimination at Safe East.

Feel free to drop in! You do not need to book an appointment. You could also bring along a friend if you need them to support you but occasionally you may need to be seen alone by one of our health and wellbeing nurses or workers depending on what your needs are.

How the service can help you

Contact us if you need support with:

Drug or alcohol use

Stop smoking support including Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

Sexual health

Free condoms

STI testing

Contraception

If you feel that you, or someone you know, would benefit from our support or would like some more information about the service, you can get in touch anytime via:

How you can access the service

Telephone on 0203 954 0091 to speak to one of our friendly team

Text (ChatHealth confidential text messaging) on 07520 615 593

Email compass.towerhamletsyphws@nhs.net

Drop in to our hub (Safe East Clinical Hub, 59 Mile End Road, Mile End E1 4TT) - no appointment necessary during opening hours - or one of our other venues (see below for locations and opening times)

Our confidential online referral form

Or check out our Twitter page @safeeast for more information.
Our office opening hours are Mon-Fri 09:00 to 17:00.
We will get back to you within one working day if you contact us outside these hours.

DISRUPTION TO OUR SERVICE AS OF THURSDAY 19th MARCH 2020 DUE TO CORONA VIRUS

We want to ensure your safety during this period so we are making some changes to our regular service until the corona virus (COVID-19) is under control.

Unfortunately, we cannot see any young people who have symptoms or are exposed to any family members who have the corona virus. We are here to support your needs, so you will still be able to access our service. However, you will need to contact us before hand to book an appointment.

You can reach us on 020 3954 0091 or by accessing our ChatHealth text messaging service on 07520 615 593
If you need to speak to someone urgently, you can contact our Health and Wellbeing Practitioner on 07860 438459

For general information on the corona virus visit:-
www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19 https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response
Drop-in opening times and further details

Making services better for young people in Tower Hamlets

Tower Hamlets is rolling out the YOU'RE WELCOME Programme ! Find out more about how your service can become young people friendly by achieving the YOU'RE WELCOME accreditation award.
WHAT IS YOU'RE WELCOME?

A set of non-mandatory standards developed by the Department of Health in 2008 (revised in 2011, endorsed by WHO), designed to improve access and quality by creating young people friendly health services

The standards set out principles to help commissioners and providers to improve both NHS and non-NHS health services for young people

They provide opportunity to drive up quality and engage young people in service improvement, design and review - Young Verifiers

WHAT CRITERIA WOULD I NEED TO MEET?
Settings would have to meet all 7 standards to get the award:

1. Involving young people in their care and in the design, delivery and review of services

2. Explaining confidentiality and consent

3. Making young people welcome

4. Providing high quality health services -includes 5 specialist standards

5. Staff skills and training

6. Linking with other services

7. Supporting young people's changing needs

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Settings who have not previously received the YOU'RE WELCOME accreditation will need to complete a Self-Assessment toolkit

If you have previously received the award you will need to be re-validated(every 18 months)

As par of the verification process, Young Verifiers will conduct a mystery shopping visit

The Moderation Panel made up of key stakeholders agrees the YOU'RE WELCOME accreditation

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

By achieving the award, your service will benefit from:

Getting your service reviewed from the perspective of a young person

Increased confidence in staff so that they are better able to address the needs of young people who access your service

Making improvements that will help to increase young people's access to your service

Improved commissioning prospects by having achieved a recognised quality standard that is supported by Public Health England, NHS England and the Department of Health.

So far a number of services have been re-validated and are awaiting the verification process. We are also inviting all organizations who provide services for young people to take advantage of this opportunity to help improve health outcomes for young people who live in or access the borough.

For more information contact Jacqueline Francis, YOU'RE WELCOME Co-ordinator on 07880 974 162 or Jacqueline.francis@compass-uk.org

Train to become a Young Verifier to help to make local services better for young people in Tower Hamlets

RECEIVE a £100 INCENTIVE
No experience necessary! Are you

15-20 years old?

Concerned about how health services are delivered to young people?

Interested in helping to shape services for young people and gaining recognition for carrying out outstanding work in your community?

Available to meet one evening per week in Tower Hamlets for training and to carry out mystery shopping visits?

Young Verifiers use the set of quality standards which services have to meet and evidence in order to prove that they are young people friendly to award services with the You're Welcome Accreditation. This is measured through the completion of a self-assessment toolkit followed by an assessment. Settings include health centres, pharmacies, GPs and other health 'settings.'
WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME? Becoming a Young Verifier will help you to:

Develop self-confidence

Increase your communication skills

Help shape the way health services are delivered and evaluated.

Gain valuable work experience to enhance your CV, college and university applications

Receive full accredited training (AQA Award), certificate and a reference from Safe East

COME ALONG TO OUR FREE TRAINING DAY
TIME: 9:30am - 4pm
WHERE: Safe East Admin Hub, 2-12 Cambridge Heath Road, GMO4 (Opposite Smash Fitness Gym Entrance), 1st Floor, Bethnal Green, London E1 5QH
HOW TO APPLY To find out more about how you could become a Young Verifier and the YOU'RE WELCOME programme please contact us on 07880 974 162 or email jacqueline.francis@compass-uk.org
Peer Education Programme

The Peer Education Programme is aimed at years 9-12s and is centered around Healthy and Unhealthy relationships. We have recognised the need for young people to build their resilience to help to safeguard their health and that of others as many young people are unable to cope with issues that challenge their health and "bounce back." By focusing on building resilience, young people will be equipped to help them deal with many of the issues that they face during their transition from adolescence to adulthood such as premature and risky sexual behaviour, substance misuse, smoking, bullying and social media issues, exploitation, relationship stresses and body image and confidence.
How it works

Young people are nominated by staff members to become Peer Educators

Two day off-site training programme (can be held during the mid-term break)

Trained Peer Educators engage in 1:1 or small group sessions with their peers and record their activity.

Why Peer Education?
Peer Education has been shown to be effective because:

Young people think of their peers to be more credible sources of information compared to adults

Information is provided in ways that young people find more acceptable

Existing social networks are used to share experiences which can be sustainable and have more impact beyond formal school teaching sessions

Young people may be more comfortable asking questions and sharing personal experiences.

Benefits for young people

Opportunity for young people to share their concerns and seek solutions through mutual sharing

Inspires young people to adapt health-seeking behaviour

Gives them the skills and knowledge they need to improve their health and wellbeing

Builds resilience helping them to make better choices around their health.

Benefits for Peer Educators

Young people model positive behaviour and gain recognition and respect from their peers

Empower participants to help themselves

Develop and sustain leadership and facilitation skills

Gain valuable experience for CV and college/university applications.

What's in it for schools?
Some of the benefits for schools by participating in the Peer Education Programme due to early intervention and providing support to help young people achieve positive health outcomes and reach their full potential benefits include:

Increased school attendance

Raised aspiration and educational attainment

Young people participating in positive activities

For more information about the Peer Education Programme and how your establishment can sign up please contact me on Jacqueline.francis@compass-uk.org, 07880 974 162 or my colleague Abdullah Junaid on Abdullah.junaid@compass-uk.org, 07492 940 475.

Meet the team

Help & support

For information about relevant health and wellbeing topics please expand the sections below.

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Compass Safe East | Tower Hamlets | YP health services

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A free, confidential health and wellbeing service for children and young people who need support around drug and alcohol use and/or sexual health. The service works with anyone who lives or studies in Tower Hamlets up to the age of 19 (up to 25 if you are in care, have special educational needs or a disability).

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What is it? Health Spot offers friendly, confidential medical appointments with a doctor for people aged 11-19 (or up to 35 if you have an EHCP).
When: Every Tuesday, 4pm-8pm
Make an appointment by emailing: treaser@wearespotlight.com or

Call  07734 346 127
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'Health Spot' is now open!

Spotlight is working with the Tower Hamlet's GP Care Group and other partners to provide you with a new remote GP service. This GP service is specifically dedicated to the well-being of young people and is open to you in the safe space of Spotlight. Health Spot offers friendly, confidential medical appointments with a GP who is experienced in supporting young people with health needs.

No problem is too big or too small: Health Spot is here for your physical and emotional needs. We want you to get the right care, at the right time, in the right place.
Heads up, this is not for coronavirus (Covid-19) related concerns. If you think you have symptoms, follow government protocol and get advice from NHS 111 Online. Find out more information here and stay safe, stay home and be kind!
Find out more information about Health Spot below:

What issues can I refer myself to Health Spot for?

Health Spot is here to deal with your unmet health needs. These can be related to any part of your physical and mental well-being, including mental health, sexual health, drug or alcohol misuse or anything else that might be worrying you. We work with other local services such as and and alongside our own youth work offerings to make sure you receive the best support possible.

Who are the appointments for - do I already have to be a member of Spotlight?

Everyone aged 11-19 is welcome, and up to 25 if you have any SEND or any additional needs. You do not need to already be a member of Spotlight to book an appointment.

When are the appointments?

Every Tuesday between 4pm-8pm, starting from Tuesday 7 th April.

How do appointments work?

Appointments are over voice or video call with a doctor. You can also request to have a trusted youth worker present if that makes you more comfortable! You will be able to safely access confidential advice, receive prescriptions and more.

How long is an appointment?

Each consultation will last 15 minutes, but can be up to 30 minutes if a double slot is booked.

How do I book an appointment?

If you would like to book a slot, then email either Spotlight Youth Work Manager Khadija (07764 422 071 / khadija@wearespotlight.com) or Spotlight Youth Worker Treaser (07734 346 127 / treaser@wearespotlight.com). You will need to provide your name and a contact number. The doctor will then call you on the day when it is time for your appointment, so make sure to pick up your phone! Bookings are open throughout the week and are given out on a first come first service basis.

Can I request a male or female doctor?

Health Spot has both a male and a female doctor working, so if you would like to be seen by a doctor of the same gender please ask Khadija or Treaser.
If you have any other questions please get in contact with Khadija by emailing khadija@wearespotlight.com

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Something up? Not feeling 100%? Not sure where to go for help? Don't worry, Health Spot is here to help.

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'Health Spot' is now open! Spotlight is working with the Tower Hamlet's GP Care Group and other partners to provide you with a new remote GP service. This GP service is specifically dedicated to the well-being of young people and is open to you in the safe space of Spotlight.

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Tower Hamlets Education Wellbeing Service Request Form

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If you would like to access Tower Hamlets Education Wellbeing Service, you can fill out this form and email the service directly, or return it to Ms Birtwistle at school.

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THEWS Adolescent DIRECT self referral flyer Morpeth (1)

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5 things to do if you're being bullied online

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Docklands Outreach work with young people living in Tower Hamlets, on a range of emotional and mental health difficulties. These can range from low mood, depression, anxiety, self-harm, to young people effected by racism, family difficulties, identity, culture, alcohol or substance misuse.

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Detached Street Work & Outreach (DSWO): workers work on the streets, parks and Estates, as well as dropping into youth clubs, community centres. They provide confidential help, support and advice for you on your turf! On issues such as substance and alcohol misuse, consequences of antisocial behaviour, youth violence, poor sexual health and other social and emotional health difficulties. We also offer support around employment and training opportunities.

One-to-One Advocacy Support 12-21 yrs: workers will work with you on a personal level, giving help, support and advice that cater for your specific needs.

Counselling 12-21 yrs: individuals come to counselling to express feelings and thoughts on a wide range of issues. These can include: using drugs or alcohol, relationships, self harm, anger management, sexuality, gender, racism or other abuse, lack of confidence, being listened to and understood. It may be an effective way of offering you the space to think about, explore and talk about issues that may be concerning you or affecting the quality of your life. It may enable you to accept these feelings and understand them better in order to bring about positive change. This is offered in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) 12-21 yrs: using evidence based practice these client-led and collaborative interventions are designed to help young people understand more about their problems as well as finding positive and realistic ways of managing their low mood, anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). .

'Incredible Years' Parenting Programme & Personal Individual Parenting Training: support is provided for parents with children aged 3 to 10, with behavioural and conduct difficulties. We work on a one to one basis (parent-child game), or by running parenting groups using 'Incredible Years' Programme.

Community Families Programme: is an 'early intervention' service, which aims to break the cycle of disadvantage before it becomes magnified in the longer term for children 5-13 yrs. Our work with families is based on our ethos of providing a professional, personal, friendly and tailor-made programme of initiatives over a set period of time. We provide families with practical, social, emotional and psychological support around: parenting strategies, dealing with stress, anger, anxiety, self esteem and confidence.

Workshops and Discussion Groups: needs based workshops on issues such as territorial conflict, crime, antisocial behaviour, sex and relationship education and emotional health and well-being.

The Comanity Project is an Erasmus+ KA3 'Support for Policy Reform' action coordinated by Arcola Research, UK, gathering 9 European partners from the UK, Italy, Spain, Greece and Belgium over two years (2017-2019). The consortium has committed to developing an 'inclusive learning ecosystem' around marginalised and vulnerable young people through the creation of the "Community Animateur" Programme. The Community Animateur role will be to bridge the existing gap between young people on the margin and youth communities and institutions by acting as a "Social Mediator".

The aim is dual: getting youth services to become more engaging towards disadvantaged youth; getting marginalised young people to become more engaged in youth work. The strategy is based on identifying the necessary competences to train the future Community Animateur in order to then convert them into a Competence Framework. The latter will be implemented and evaluated as a pilot test of which the training programme and results will be disseminated as to scale it up and out within the wider EU field.

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Detached Street Work & Outreach (DSWO): workers work on the streets, parks and Estates, as well as dropping into youth clubs, community centres. They provide confidential help, support and advice for you on your turf! On issues such as substance and alcohol misuse, consequences of antisocial behaviour, youth violence, poor sexual health and other social and emotional health difficulties.

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If you feel that your life is in immediate danger, always call 999

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Text SHOUT to 85258

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Crisis support for Trans, non-binary or gender questioning

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Crisis support for Trans, non-binary or gender questioning

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Text MERMAIDS to 85258

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Kooth is your online mental wellbeing community. Access free, safe and anonymous

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Support and advice for young people on mental health including CAMHS services, bereavement, anger etc.

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If you’re struggling with your feelings, we have tips and advice from other young people, and information on getting the support you need for your mental health.

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Support for gender diverse youth

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Support service for young people age 10-25 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.

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Essential support for under 25s

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.

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The Mix - Essential support for under 25s

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The Mix: 0808 808 4994 - Free information and support for under 25s in the UK. Get advice about sex, relationships, drugs, mental health, money & jobs.

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Childline offers free, confidential advice and support whatever your worry, whenever you need help.

Call 0800 1111

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Child Exploitation and Online Protection command

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Child Exploitation and Online Protection command

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Are you worried about online sexual abuse or the way someone has been communicating with you online?

Make a report to one of CEOP's Child Protection Advisors

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A young carer is a young person who provides unpaid care for a relative who has disabilities, long-term physical illnesses, mental health difficulties and/or drug or alcohol issues.

Young carers provide help by doing things like:

jobs around the house

shopping

helping with personal care (bathing, getting dressed)

giving medication

providing emotional support

helping with finances

looking after themselves or their brothers and sisters.

To speak to someone about how Morpeth can help you, complete a form at tinyurl.com/morpeth-studentwellbeing and a member of the SDS team will get in touch with you.

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If you're a young carer, speak to someone at school. You can let us know at tinyurl.com/morpeth-studentwellbeing
You will have to be logged in to your @morpethschool.org.uk account

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A (digital) booklet for carers by young carers

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A (digital) booklet for carers by young carers

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