Health and Wellbeing Zone

NHS Better Health- Every Mind Matters- “Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more. We have expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing.”

Samaritans- “Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Every day, Samaritans volunteers respond to around 10,000 calls for help. We’re here, day or night, for anyone who’s struggling to cope, who needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure. Samaritans is not only for the moment of crisis, we’re taking action to prevent the crisis. We give people ways to cope and the skills to be there for others. And we encourage, promote and celebrate those moments of connection between people that can save lives.”.

Young Minds- “We’re the UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health.”

Beat- The UK’s Eating Disorder Charity- “Beat is the UK’s eating disorder charity. Founded in 1989 as the Eating Disorders Association, our mission is to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that ruin and, too often, take lives.”

FIKA for Apprentices

BBC Good Food, 10 Foods to Boost Your Brainpower

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Cams Kids, Exam Study and Relaxation Tips

Wellbeing Relaxation Techniques Playlist

Mind Tools Toolkit

BBC Own It- How Nature Can Help Your Mental Health

MIndful.org- Getting Started with Mindfulness

Prevent Duty Guidance

The Mix- 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.”

Citizens Advice

Childline- “Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through. You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, our trained counsellors are here to support you.”

Refuge, the National Domestic Abuse Helpline- “For Women and Children. Against Domestic Violence.”

Respect, Men’s Advice Line- “The Helpline for Male victims of domestic abuse.”

LGBT Foundation- “Established in 1975, LGBT Foundation exists to support the needs of the diverse range of people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans. We believe in a fair and equal society where all LGBT people can achieve their full potential. #EqualityWins underpins much of what we do and we aim to be; ‘here if you need us.’”

Stonewall- “At Stonewall, we stand for lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) people everywhere. We imagine a world where all LGBTQ+ people are free to be ourselves and can live our lives to the full.”

National Autistic Society- “We are here to transform lives and change attitudes to help create a society that works for autistic people.”

Dyslexia Advice, British Dyslexia Association- “Ten percent of the population are believed to be dyslexic, but it is still often poorly understood. With the right support, the strengths and talents of dyslexic people can really shine.”

Guide to Learning Disability Support, Mind.org

BBC Own It- Dealing with Online Racism- “Guidance and support if you've been affected by racism online.”

Online Safety - https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/staying-safe-online/

NHS- Grief After Bereavement or Loss- “Most people experience grief when they lose something or someone important to them. If these feelings are affecting your life, there are things you can try that may help.”

Bullying UK, Cyberbullying Advice

BBC Bitesize, Trolling Support

Balancing Time Online

Help For Problem Gambling

Local Recycling

NCFE and CACHE Learner Guide to Referencing

Plastic Free July- Getting Started with Swapping Single Use Plastics

Six Easy Sustainable Swaps To Help The Environment And Save You Money – Which.co.uk

10 Simple Sustainable Swaps - An Eco Friendly Guide to Greener Living – Blog post on The Ecological

Men’s health week 2022

Parent Zone- “Parent Zone sits at the heart of modern family life, providing advice knowledge and support, to shape the best possible future for children, as they embrace the online world.”