Covid-19 Support During The Crisis Do you need support with any of these topics? (UPDATED 16 April 2020) We are linking to external sites so that you get the latest up to date information. This means we can't guarantee any of the content on these links is correct but it was at the time we added it to the list. Learning, Education and Training Homeschooling Mental Health Legal advice Support if you work for the NHS Cars, motorbikes and other vehicles Work, Careers advice and Benefits Housing, Essentials, and Money Internet Safety Childcare & Free School Meals You are a young carer in Sheffield Counselling for young Asian women and girls Refugees and migrants Miscellaneous Community Resources Sheffield City Councilhttps://www.sheffield.gov.uk/home/public-health/community-resources-covid-19.htmlLeaflets, posters, links and contact numbers for support in various languages when re-opening your school or other community organisation or local business. Learning, Education and Training The Open Universityhttps://www.open.edu/openlearn/free-courses/full-catalogue#100’s of free online short courses covering a wide section of topics. Anyone can sign-up for their free training and does not list any age criteria. Great for if you want to go on to University. Prince's Trusthttps://www.princes-trust.org.uk/help-for-young-people/tools-resourcesLots of free learning resources on the Prince's Trust website. British Councilhttps://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/Free training and learning resource young people who do not speak English as a first language. The Open Universityhttps://www.open.edu/openlearn/free-courses/full-catalogue#100’s of free online short courses covering a wide section of topics. Anyone can sign-up for their free training and does not list any age criteria. It could be a good aspiration builder for young people wanting to go on to University. Prince's Trusthttps://www.princes-trust.org.uk/help-for-young-people/tools-resourcesLots of free learning resources on the Prince's Trust website. People Plushttps://peopleplus.co.uk/news/free-wellbeing-coaching-webinars/Free online wellbeing coaching and webinars for staff now working from home. Reedhttps://www.reed.co.uk/courses/freeReed has 48 free training courses for those people who are 19plus. Back to the top Homeschooling Resources The Maths Factorhttps://www.themathsfactor.com/For ages 4 – 12. Normally £2.00 per week, but it is now free for as long as the pandemic is in place. A good resource for to support younger children in their home-schooling journey. Helpteaching.comhttps://www.helpteaching.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-free-online-self-learning-for-teens-and-adults.htmlThe ultimate guide to lots of online free learning and resources for teens British Councilhttps://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/Free training and learning resource for young people who do not speak English as a first language. Back to the top Mental Health Local Support Chilypep's Youth Mental Health First Aid Kit Want to get creative, or try out some different wellbeing activities? Go to Chilypep's OASIS page and download the Youth Mental Health First Aid Kit 2020! Door43 self-help guideSheffield Futures have created a 'self-help resource guide' - click to download. World Mental Health Day 2020 ResourcesA range of resources, films and information created by Chilypep staff and Young People for World Mental Health Day 2020. National helplines for adults and children ChildlineA place a child or young person can talk to someone about something they are worried about. They can do this online or over the phone. 08001111 NSPCCThis charity works against child abuse - a helpline is available for parents or other adults concerned about a child (0808 8025544). The Samaritans A confidential helpline which offers support and advice to those in emotional distress. - 116 123 Young Minds ParentlineOffers information and advice to anyone worried about a child or young person under the age of 25. - 0808 802 5544 Young MindsFree advice and support for young people Papyrus Charity working to prevent young suicide with a helpline for those worried about themselves or someone they know (call 0800 068 4141; text 0778 620 9697). KoothFree, safe and anonymous online support for young people General mental health advice and support Actionforchildren.org.ukThis page has every support organisation you could think of for young people along with a great list of apps and learning resources. Big White WallOnline counselling service for young people aged 16+. CALM The Campaign against Living Miserably aims to reduce suicide rates among young men in the UK. Doc ReadyPrepares young people for their first visit to their GP to talk about their mental health. Get ConnectedSupport and signposting for young people under the age of 25. Telephone, email, text and web chat support. Kooth Online counselling and support for children and young people. Mind National mental health charity providing information and advice. SaneInformation on mental health, as well as telephone, email and text support. Includes an online forum for over-18s. The Mix Mental health information and support for the under-25s. Time to ChangePersonal stories from young people about why mental health matters. The Youth Wellbeing Directory Online resource for families and young people up to the age of 24 listing local mental health services in their area. Scottish Association for Mental Health Provides mental health social care support, homelessness, addictions and employment services, among others, across Scotland. Lifeline HelplineA crisis response helpline service for people who are experiencing distress or despair in Northern Ireland. Anxiety Anxiety UK Live chat and email support for children and young people experiencing anxiety. No PanicHelpline for young people who suffer from panic attacks, OCD, phobias, and other related anxiety disorders (0330 606 1174). Bipolar Bipolar UK Offers information about bipolar disorder, an online community, and a peer support line. Bullying Bullying UKAdvice and support for dealing with bullying. RespectMe Scotland's anti-bullying service working with adults involved in the lives of children and young people to give them the practical skills and confidence to deal with children who are bullied and those who bully others. Depression Charlie Waller Memorial Trust Includes information for children and young people on how to recognise the signs of depression. My CAMHS Choice Information and support for young people who have been referred to the CAMHS system. Students Against DepressionInformation, advice and real-life stories for university students struggling with depression. FutureLearnCOVID-19: Helping Young People Manage Low Mood and Depression - a course for young people with low mood and depression and their parents and carers, or anyone who has contact with young people during the coronavirus pandemic. Developed by the university of Reading. Drugs and alcohol AddactionInformation about drug and alcohol problems. NacoaInformation and support for children and young people affected by a parent’s alcohol use. Eating disorders Beat Eating DisordersHelplines, online support and self-help groups on all types of eating disorder. Hearing voices Voice Collective Resources for young people who hear, see and sense things that others don’t. Support for parents is also offered. Medication Head Meds Information for young people around medication, mental health and life. OCD OCD UKInformation and support on OCD, including online support forums. Self-harm Life SignsInformation and support on self-harm in children and young people. National Self-Harm Network A forum providing crisis support, resources and advice on dealing with self-harm. Recover Your Life Information and support around self-harm. Includes forums, online chat, open 24/7. Self Harm UK Information for parents and professionals on self-harming behaviour. Apps/Tools to support your well-being Healthy MindsProblem-solving tool aimed at students. InHandAn app to help young people through the ups and downs of life; it suggests activities to help based on how you rank your mood. Mindshift Specifically for young people to help them manage their anxiety. There are lots of tools, techniques and advice. Mood Panda Half moodtracker, half social network. It allows children and young people to choose whether to keep their mood private or share it publicly for support from other Mood Panda users. Mood Scope A mood tracking tool; the basic features are free but you have to pay for more in-depth features. Moodometer An app as well as an online resource which helps children and young people monitor and understand their emotional wellbeing. Personal Zen Games that have been clinically proven to reduce stress. Recovery RecordSelf-help tool for children and young people suffering from eating disorders. SAM (Self-Help for Anxiety Management) Help with anxiety management which includes interactive games and tools, and an anxiety tracker. Stop, Breathe and Think Guide to meditation which recommends certain meditations based on how you’re feeling. Back to the top Legal advice LawWorksProvides free initial advice on a variety of areas of law including housing, benefits, debt, employment and consumer issues. Back to the top Support if you work for the NHS NHS workers have been inundated with kind offers of support from a wide range of companies – from discounted taxi rides to dedicated supermarket shopping times, to free food and discounted products. Access this list using the link below https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/publication/list-of-nhs-staff-offers/ Back to the top Cars, motorbikes and other vehicles Your car, van or motorcycle’s MOT expiry date will be extended by 6 months if it’s due on or after 30 March 2020 - but you must keep your vehicle safe to drive. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-mots-for-cars-vans-and-motorcycles-due-from-30-march-2020 Back to the top Work, Careers Advice and Benefits Get the latest advice for employees from the government https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19/covid-19-guidance-for-employees Get the latest advice about Universal credit from the government https://www.understandinguniversalcredit.gov.uk/coronavirus/ Government grants for the self-employed during COVID-19 https://www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-a-grant-through-the-coronavirus-covid-19-self-employment-income-support-scheme Careers AdviceIf your school usually has a Sheffield Futures Careers Adviser on-site you can now speak to them by phone. The full list of Sheffield Futures Advisers & schools is here: http://bit.ly/33HqAV6 Back to the top Housing, Essentials, and Money Shelterhttps://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/coronavirusHelp for tenants worried about eviction as a result of Covid-19. Sheffield City Councilhttps://www.sheffield.gov.uk/home/your-city-council/coronavirusLatest update from Sheffield City Council in relation to public service and housing etc. Citizen's Advice Bureau - Benefitshttps://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/coronavirus-check-what-benefits-you-can-get/Advice on benefit options if you can’t work or are on reduced hours during the pandemic. Citizen's Advice Bureau - Bills and Moneyhttps://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/if-you-cant-pay-your-bills-because-of-coronavirus/Useful information if you’re struggling to pay bills during the pandemic. Turn2Us.org - Grantshttps://grants-search.turn2us.org.uk/Grants search for people struggling during the pandemic. Funding for things like essential white goods and help with bills etc. Turn2Us.org - Benefits Calculatorhttps://benefits-calculator.turn2us.org.uk/AboutYouBenefits calculator to assess eligibility to Universal Credit, Housing Benefits, Personal Independence Payments and Tax Credits. Government Supporthttps://www.gov.uk/coronavirus-extremely-vulnerableHelp for people worried about accessing food and essential supplies during the pandemic Back to the top Internet Safety SaferInternet.orghttps://www.saferinternet.org.uk/advice-centre/young-people/resources-11-19sTips on how to use the internet safely for 11-19-year-olds Back to the top Childcare & Free School Meals Childcare and Free School Mealshttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-maintaining-educational-provision/guidance-for-schools-colleges-and-local-authorities-on-maintaining-educational-provisionIf you’re not sure if you’re eligible for access to free schools and childcare during the pandemic, you can check here on the guidance for definitions of a ‘key worker’. Get £15 a week for food if you get Free School Meals https://www.gov.uk/government/news/voucher-scheme-launches-for-schools-providing-free-school-meals Back to the top If you are a young carer in Sheffield Sheffield Young CarersThe website will have updates about services and support: http://sheffieldyoungcarers.org.uk/news/covid-19 but if you receive support from SYC and want to speak to a support worker, please call us on 0114 258 4595 Monday-Friday, 9-5. Counselling for young Asian women and girls Roshni is currently offering free counselling to young Asian women and girls in the city who are aged 13-25. For more information or to make a referral please contact Shireen on 07422661176 or at senioradvocacy@roshnisheffield.org.uk. You can find out more about the work of our organisation at www.roshnisheffield.org.uk. Advice for youth workers Guidance for Detached Youth Workers The latest advice from NYA, UK Youth and The Mix. Refugees and Migrants Migration Yorkshirehttps://migrantinfohub.org.uk/ Refugee Councilhttps://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/ Latest news about Home Officehttps://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/latest/news/changes-to-home-office-asylum-resettlement-policy-and-practice-in-response-to-covid-19/ Info from Assist Sheffieldhttps://www.assistsheffield.org.uk/news/information-assist-clients Miscellaneous Tips on how to stay connected from Virgin Mediahttps://www.virginmedia.com/virgin-tv-edit/tips-and-tricks/easy-ways-to-stay-connected Back to the top Manage Cookie Preferences