Virtual Explore

There is a new virtual, weekly rolling programme for Young People in the East of England. As a rolling programme we will have a new cohort through each month but participants are welcome to join any future bonus sessions.

There will be four core session (each Monday from 2pm) and one bonus session each month. Sessions are 1 1/2 hour long (approx.) and covers the following subjects in a fun and interactive way:

  • Communication skills
  • Employability skills
  • Confidence building
  • Managing personal finances
  • Managing emotional health

The monthly bonus sessions will include a variety of guest speakers, virtual workplace visits and other exciting online workshops. Employability mentoring will also be available during and after the programme.

For further details email [email protected]  or [email protected]

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Freephone 0800 8815115

Childline
Childline is a free, private and confidential, 24 hour counselling service for young people aged 5-25 years.
Call 0800 1111 or visit www.childline.org.uk

NHS advice
If you are feeling unwell and need a telephone health assessment, please call the NHS service free of charge from any phone.
Call 111 or visit www.nhs.uk

Cybersmile
A multi-award winning cyberbullying non-profit support organisation for young people experienced cyberbullying.
Call 0845 6887277 or visit www.cybersmile.org

Samaritans
To offer a listening service for those going through a personal crisis and want to talk about their despair or suicidal feelings.
Call 0845 790 9090 (24 hours) or visit www.samaritans.org

Crisis Helpline
Emergency support team covering Colchester & Tendring.
Mental health and Wellbeing.
Call 0845 038 0800 (24 hours)