INFORMING BRITAIN - ADVICE - INFORMING BRITAIN by @AndyGibsonTV

Holby City: Chloe Godard - Sexual Violence

24/9/2019

Sexual violence is any sexual act or attempt to obtain a sexual act by violence or coercion, acts to traffic a person or acts directed against a person's sexuality, regardless of the relationship to the victim.
It occurs in times of peace and armed conflict situations, is widespread and is considered to be one of the most traumatic, pervasive, and most common human rights violations.

IDAS:

IDAS are the largest specialist charity in Yorkshire supporting anyone experiencing or affected by domestic abuse or sexual violence.
The services IDAS provide include refuge accommodation, community based support, peer mentoring, group work and access to a free, confidential out of hours’ helpline.
Their dedicated teams of accredited specialist workers (IDVA’s and ISVAs) support people through the criminal justice system in addition to providing emotional support and safety planning advice.

PLEASE VISIT: IDAS.org.uk
EMAIL: [email protected]

EastEnders: Ruby Allen - Rape

24/9/2019

Rape is a type of sexual assault usually involving sexual intercourse or other forms of sexual penetration carried out against a person without that person's consent.
The act may be carried out by physical force, coercion, abuse of authority, or against a person who is incapable of giving valid consent, such as one who is unconscious, incapacitated, has an intellectual disability or is below the legal age of consent.
The term rape is sometimes used interchangeably with the term sexual assault.

RAPE CRISIS SCOTLAND:

Rape Crisis Scotland (RCS) is the national office for the rape crisis movement in Scotland.
Rape Crisis Scotland support the work of local centres and develop new centres in areas where there are no or few specialist services.
Rape Crisis Scotland also work with other agencies such as the police, Crown Office and health services providing training and consultancy to improve the response to those who are affected by and who perpetrate sexual violence.
Through their campaigns, briefings and publications they raise awareness of sexual violence, challenge attitudes and press for legal change.
The Rape Crisis Scotland National Helpline provides crisis support for anyone in Scotland affected by sexual violence at any time in their lives.
Rape Crisis Scotland is governed by a Board Of Directors which includes representation from local rape crisis centres, thus ensuring that the strategic direction of the organisation is directly influenced by the needs and views of our member centres across Scotland.

PLEASE VISIT: RapeCrisisScotland.org.uk
HELPLINE: 0808 801 0302

RAPE CRISIS:

Rape Crisis England & Wales (RCEW) are a feminist organisation that supports the work of Rape Crisis Centres across England and Wales.
RCEW also raise awareness and understanding of sexual violence and abuse in all its forms.
RCEW are the national umbrella body for our network of autonomous member Rape Crisis Centres across England and Wales.
RCEW exist to improve services and promote the needs and rights of women and girls who have experienced sexual abuse, rape and all forms of sexual violence.
RCEW also work towards the elimination of sexual violence and abuse, raising awareness in the wider community and with government.

PLEASE VISIT: RapeCrisis.org.uk

EastEnders: Rebecca Fowler - Suicidal Depression

24/9/2019

Suicidal thoughts, or suicidal ideation, means thinking about or planning suicide.
Thoughts can range from a detailed plan to a swithering consideration.
Suicidal thoughts are common, and many people experience them when they are undergoing stress or experiencing depression.
In most cases, these are temporary and can be treated, but in some cases, they place the individual at risk for attempting or completing suicide.
Most people who experience suicidal ideation do not carry it through, although some may make suicide attempts.
Anyone who has suicidal thoughts should ask for help.
If a loved one is having these thoughts, measures should be taken to help and protect them.

SAMARITANS:

Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you.
The team at Samaritans are there 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Every six seconds, Samaritans respond to a call for help.
No judgement.
No pressure.
Samaritans are there for anyone who needs someone
Being a Samaritan means being there for people who need someone to listen. In 2018 over 20,000 people volunteered their time with the charity.

PLEASE VISIT: Samaritans.org
FREEPHONE: 116123
EMAIL: [email protected]

SUPPORT LINE:

SupportLine provides a confidential telephone helpline offering emotional support to any individual on any issue.
The Helpline is primarily a preventative service and aims to support people before they reach the point of crisis.
It is particularly aimed at those who are socially isolated, vulnerable, at risk groups and victims of any form of abuse.
SupportLine are a member of the Helplines Association.
SupportLine also provides support by email and post.
SupportLine is open to any individual of any age.
Calls are received from children, young adults and adults.
SupportLine is able to take calls on a wide range of issues including relationships, child abuse, anger, bullying, eating disorders, exam stress, self harm, domestic violence, rape and sexual assault, disability, mental health, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addictions, debt, phobias, conflict, sexuality, health concerns, homelessness, racial harassment, loneliness.

PLEASE VISIT: SupportLine.org.uk
EMAIL: [email protected]
HELPLINE: 01708 765 200

Holby City: Chloe Godard - Stalking

23/9/2019

The crime of stalking can be simply described as the unwanted pursuit of another person.
Examples of this type of behavior includes following a person, appearing at a person's home or place of business, making harassing phone calls, leaving written messages (including online) or objects, or vandalising a person's property.
Stalking is not legally defined but section 2A (3) of the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 lists a number of examples of behaviours associated with stalking. The list is not an exhaustive one but gives an indication of the types of behaviour that may be displayed in a stalking offence.
The listed behaviours are:

Following a person.
Contacting, or attempting to communicate, with a person by any means.
Publishing any statement or other material relating or purporting to relate to somebody, or purporting to originate from a person.
Monitoring the use by somebody of the Internet, email, or any other form of electronic communication.
Loitering in any place (whether public or private).
Interfering with any property in the possession of a person.
Watching or spying on a person.

PALADIN NATIONAL STALKING ADVOCACY SERVICE:

Paladin was launched in 2013 after our Founder Laura Richards and other changed the law to create a specific criminal offence of stalking.
Paladin uses the Domestic Abuse, Stalking and Harassment and Honour based Violence Risk Checklist (DASH 2009) which was developed by Laura Richards on behalf of ACPO and in partnership with Safe Lives (formerly Co-ordinated Action Against Domestic Abuse (CAADA)) to inform early identification, intervention and prevention. This tool is also used by thousands of professionals on a daily basis to help them deal effectively with victims of stalking, domestic abuse and honour based violence.

VICTIM SUPPORT:

Victim Support Scotland, or simply VSS, supports and campaigns on behalf of victims and witnesses of crime in Scotland.
Victim Support Scotland are proud to serve victims and witnesses in the north of Britain by campaigning for their rights and helping to improve their experiences of the criminal justice system.
Their aim is to supporting, both, the victims and witnesses of any form of crime.
Victim Support Scotland provides support and information services to victims and witnesses of crime north of the border. Victim Support Scotland support 200,000 people affected by crime each year. This support is provided by staff and volunteers in national and local offices and court-based services across Scotland.
Victim Support Scotland are an independent charity and not part of the Police Scotland or Scottish Courts. All conversations with victims and witnesses are confidential and are not shared with people outside of Victim Support Scotland.
The service, provided by Victim Support Scotland, is completely free.
Victim Support Scotland's daily contact with victims and witnesses of crime gives the charity a unique insight into the issues that they face. VSS campaign to ensure that the criminal justice system in Scotland takes full account of the needs of victims and witnesses of crime.

Victim Support, or simply VS, are an independent charity dedicated to supporting victims of crime and traumatic incidents in Scotland, England and Wales. Their purpose is to provide specialist help to support people to cope and recover to the point where they feel they are back on track with their lives.
In 2018, Victim Support were in contact with over 1,035,032 victims of crime within that calendar year offering information, advice and support. 704,219 people visited VictimSupport.org.uk and their dedicated local teams provided specialist emotional and practical support to 133,965 victims.
Victim Support are independent of the government, the police, local authorities and criminal justice system, but work closely with them and others to achieve our vision – a world where victims and witnesses are given the support they need and the respect they deserve.
Victim Support works with victims of crime and VS put them at the heart of their organisation and the way they run their services. Victim Support's work, their support and their voice is informed and shaped by them.
As an organisation, victims are their only focus, and over the years we have developed unrivalled expertise in their needs, aspirations and their journey through the criminal justice system.
Victim Support are a national organisation but we are deeply rooted in the local communities in which we work. They are local. They are national. They are independent.
As a national charity, Victim Support have a clear purpose and vision with strong values.
The Victim Support charity was set up over 40 years ago.

SCOTLAND:
Please visit: VictimSupportSCO.org.uk
FREEPHONE: 0800 16 01 985
INFOLINE: 0345 603 9213

ENGLAND / WALES:
Please visit: VictimSupport.org.uk
FREEPHONE: 08 08 16 89 111
INFOLINE: 08 08 16 89 293

Coronation Street: Yasmeen Nazir - Coercive Control

23/9/2019

Coercive Control is an act or a pattern of acts of assault, threats, humiliation and intimidation or other abuse that is used to harm, punish, or frighten their victim.
It is a form of Domestic Abuse.

WOMEN'S AID:

Women's Aid are a grassroots federation working together to provide life-saving services and build a future where domestic violence is not tolerated.
As a federation of over 180 organisations. Women's Aid provide just under 300 local life-saving services to women and children across the country.
Women's Aid provides expert training, qualifications and consultancy to a range of agencies across Britain.
This includes professionals working with survivors or those commissioning domestic abuse services.
Women's Aid award a National Quality Mark for services which meet our quality standards.
Women's Aid campaigns achieve change in policy, practice and awareness, encouraging healthy relationship and helping to build a future where domestic abuse is no longer tolerated.

PLEASE VISIT: WomensAid.org.uk
FREEPHONE: 0808 2000 247
Further information: NationalDomesticViolenceHelpline.org.uk

IRISS:

Iriss are a charitable company that promotes positive outcomes for the people who use Scotland's social services.
Iriss promote positive outcomes for the people who use Scotland's social services, by enhancing the capacity and capability of the social services workforce, to access and make use of knowledge and research for service improvement.
Iriss provide a high quality service and are continually improving social services sector renowned for its effective use of knowledge and research-based innovation.

PLEASE VISIT: Iriss.org.uk
EMAIL: [email protected]
TELEPHONE: 0141 559 50 59

Pobol Y Cwm: Ed Charles - Male Domestic Abuse

22/9/2019

Domestic violence (also named domestic abuse or family violence) is violence or other abuse by one person against another in a domestic setting, such as in marriage or cohabitation.
It may be termed intimate partner violence when committed by a spouse or partner in an intimate relationship against the other spouse or partner, and can take place in heterosexual or same-sex relationships, or between former spouses or partners.

MEN'S ADVICE LINE:

Men's Advice Line are a team of friendly Helpline Advisors who offer practical advice, information and emotional support to male victims of domestic violence, as well as to concerned friends and family and frontline workers.
The service is run and managed by Respect.
Our focus is to increase the safety of men experiencing domestic abuse (and the safety of their children).
Respect is a a company limited by guarantee (Company number 7582438) and a registered charity, number 1141636.
The Men’s Advice Line is funded by the Home Office, Government of Scotland, Scottish Women’s Aid and London Councils.

PLEASE VISIT: MensAdviceLine.org.uk
FREEPHONE: 0808 801 0327
EMAIL: [email protected]

VICTIM SUPPORT:

Victim Support Scotland, or simply VSS, supports and campaigns on behalf of victims and witnesses of crime in Scotland.
Victim Support Scotland are proud to serve victims and witnesses in the north of Britain by campaigning for their rights and helping to improve their experiences of the criminal justice system.
Their aim is to supporting, both, the victims and witnesses of any form of crime.
Victim Support Scotland provides support and information services to victims and witnesses of crime north of the border.
Victim Support Scotland support 200,000 people affected by crime each year.
This support is provided by staff and volunteers in national and local offices and court-based services across Scotland.
Victim Support Scotland are an independent charity and not part of the Police Scotland or Scottish Courts.
All conversations with victims and witnesses are confidential and are not shared with people outside of Victim Support Scotland.
The service, provided by Victim Support Scotland, is completely free.
Victim Support Scotland's daily contact with victims and witnesses of crime gives the charity a unique insight into the issues that they face.
VSS campaign to ensure that the criminal justice system in Scotland takes full account of the needs of victims and witnesses of crime.

Victim Support, or simply VS, are an independent charity dedicated to supporting victims of crime and traumatic incidents in Scotland, England and Wales.
Their purpose is to provide specialist help to support people to cope and recover to the point where they feel they are back on track with their lives.
In 2018, Victim Support were in contact with over 1,035,032 victims of crime within that calendar year offering information, advice and support.
704,219 people visited VictimSupport.org.uk and their dedicated local teams provided specialist emotional and practical support to 133,965 victims.
Victim Support are independent of the government, the police, local authorities and criminal justice system, but work closely with them and others to achieve their vision - a world where victims and witnesses are given the support they need and the respect they deserve.
Victim Support works with victims of crime and VS put them at the heart of their organisation and the way they run their services.
Victim Support's work, their support and their voice is informed and shaped by them.
As an organisation, victims are their only focus, and over the years they have developed unrivalled expertise in their needs, aspirations and their journey through the criminal justice system.
Victim Support are a national organisation but we are deeply rooted in the local communities in which we work.
They are local.
They are national.
They are independent.
As a national charity, Victim Support have a clear purpose and vision with strong values.
The Victim Support charity was set up over 40 years ago.

SCOTLAND:
PLEASE VISIT: VictimSupportSCO.org.uk
FREEPHONE: 0800 16 01 985
INFOLINE: 0345 603 9213

ENGLAND / WALES:
PLEASE VISIT: VictimSupport.org.uk
FREEPHONE: 08 08 16 89 111
INFOLINE: 08 08 16 89 293

Pobol Y Cwm: Iolo White - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

20/9/2019

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition where a person has obsessive thoughts and compulsive activity.
An obsession is an unwanted and unpleasant thought, image or urge that repeatedly enters a person's mind, causing feelings of anxiety, disgust or unease.

OCD UK:

The charity are there for the estimated three quarters of a million people living with and affected by Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) within Great Britain.
They exist to support people through the difficult times, right through to recovery and everything in between.
OCD-UK have been working for children and adults affected by Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder since 2004.
They provide advice, information, and support services for those affected by OCD, and campaign to end the trivialisation and stigma of OCD.
Uniquely, the charity is completely service-user led, everyone involved in the organisation have personal experience of OCD, either directly or through a loved one.
The generosity of their supporters means that our work really is life changing, your support helps us, help children and adults affected by Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

PLEASE VISIT: OCDUK.ORG
HELPLINE: 03332 127 890

EastEnders: Hayley Slater - Foetal Alcohol Syndrome

19/9/2019

If a woman drinks alcohol during pregnancy, she risks damaging her baby.
Sometimes this can result in mental and physical problems in the baby, called Foetal Alcohol Syndrome.
This can occur because alcohol in the mother's blood passes to her baby through the placenta.
The baby can't process alcohol as well as the mother can, which means it can damage cells in their brain, spinal cord and other parts of their body, and disrupt their development in the womb.
This can result in the loss of the pregnancy.
Babies that survive may be left with the lifelong problems described below.
Foetal Alcohol Syndrome is a type of foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), the name for all the various problems that can affect children if their mother drinks alcohol in pregnancy.

NATIONAL ORGANISATION FOR FOETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME UK:

The National Organisation For Foetal Alcohol Syndrome UK Helpline responds to enquiries from parents, family members, carers and others needing advice or referrals for children with Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder disabilities.
The Helpline also receives calls from pregnant women, midwives and medical professionals.
The National Organisation For Foetal Alcohol Syndrome UK organises events focused on wellbeing for families and carers of children with Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder.
People with Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder and families share experience and advice. Parents gain mutual support from one another. Specialist speakers are invited to selected meetings.
The National Organisation For Foetal Alcohol Syndrome UK provides resources that help support those with Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder at home and in school.
The National Organisation For Foetal Alcohol Syndrome UK make these available as widely as possible.

Please visit: NOFAS-UK.org
HELPLINE: 020 8458 5951
EMAIL: [email protected]

EastEnders: Hayley Slater - Self Harm

19/9/2019

Self-harm is when somebody intentionally damages or injures their body.
It is usually a way of coping with or expressing overwhelming emotional distress.
Sometimes, when people self-harm, they feel on some level that they intend to die.
More than half of people who die by suicide have a history of self-harm.
But, the intention is more often to punish themselves, express their distress, or relieve unbearable tension.
Sometimes it is a mixture of all three elements.
Self-harm can also be a cry for help.

SAMARITANS:

Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you.
The team at Samaritans are there 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Every six seconds in the United Kingdom alone, Samaritans respond to a call for help.
No judgement.
No pressure.
Samaritans are there for anyone who needs someone.
Being a Samaritan means being there for people who need someone to listen.
In 2018 over 20,000 people volunteered their time with the charity.

PLEASE VISIT: Samaritans.org
FREEPHONE: 116123
EMAIL: [email protected]

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably):

The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is leading a movement against suicide, the single biggest killer of men under 45 in the United Kingdom.
Anyone can hit crisis point.
CALM run a free and confidential helpline and webchat – 7 hours a day, 7 days a week for anyone who needs to talk about life’s problems.
The Campaign Against Living Miserably support those bereaved by suicide, through the Support After Suicide Partnership (SASP).
Together CALM men and women who can be family members, work colleagues, neighbours, acquaintances and everyone in between.
CALM spreads their message and facilitate supportive spaces in workplaces, universities, pubs, clubs and prisons across Great Britain - so that people feel empowered to share their experiences and get the help they need before they reach the point of crisis.

PLEASE VISIT: TheCALMZone.net
TWITTER: @TheCALMZone
FACEBOOK: The CALMZone
FREEPHONE: 0800 58 58 58
(Lines open daily 17:00 - 00:00)
WEBCHAT: TheCALMZone.net/WebChat
(Support available daily 17:00 - 00:00)

HARMLESS:

Harmless was established at the beginning of October 2007 to respond to the needs of people who do or are at risk of self-harm and suicide.
Harmless are a national voluntary organisation for people who self harm, their friends, families and professionals.
Harmless has 3 Directors and a broad range of staff members.
Harmless also has an advisory group, comprised of people who have personal and professional experience of self harm.
The advisory group is consulted about developments with Harmless, and help us to develop a service that is responsive to what people need.
Harmless' key belief is in giving you a voice!
Harmless aim to have a fair representation of individuals from all backgrounds on the advisory group.

PLEASE VISIT: Harmless.org.uk
EMAIL: [email protected]

Emmerdale: Charity Dingle - Chickenpox

18/9/2019

This is for support groups in Great Britain.

Chickenpox is common and mostly affects children, although you can get it at any age.
Chickenpox usually gets better by itself within a week without needing to see a General Practitioner.
Chickenpox is a highly contagious viral infection that spreads easily from person to person.
It causes an itchy rash with small blisters and can make you feel unwell.
Flu-like symptoms such as fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, body aches, and headache.
These symptoms typically start a day or two before a rash appears.
Red spots appear on the face and chest, eventually spreading over the entire body.
These red spots will become itchy.

BUPA:

Bupa's purpose is longer, healthier, happier lives. Bupa do this by providing a broad range of healthcare services, support and advice to people throughout their lives.
As a leading international healthcare group, Bupa run care homes, health centres, dental centres and hospitals, offer personal and company health insurance and provide workplace health services, health assessments and chronic disease management services including health coaching.
Bupa are committed to making quality healthcare, focused on the patients needs, more affordable and accessible in the areas of wellness, chronic disease management and ageing. That’s why Bupa have a broad range of products and services that you don’t need our health insurance to access.
Bupa are investing in changing our business to provide our customers with the care and support they need, at every stage of life.

PLEASE VISIT: Bupa.co.uk