Do you need some help?
If you’ve got a problem or are worried about a friend or someone you know it can be hard to know what to do to make the situation better.
It can be hard to talk about your feelings or what is happening to you, but some problems won’t go away if you ignore them. Talking to somebody can make you feel better and improve the situation you are experiencing.
Need help right now?
Need help right away – call 999. Can’t talk – tap 55 on your phone, or cough/sigh etc and the police will know you need help and track your locations.
In a bar/hotel/public space and need help – you can “ask for Angela” – which will indicate to members of staff that you are in danger and they will alert the authorities.
Not sure where you are? Use apps like “What3words” to share your precise location.
Want to report a crime?
You can pass on information to Fearless about any crime via the online form or by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
They wont ask who you are, or how you know about the crime, they just want to give you a safe place to give any information you may have, 100% anonymously.
Remember, no matter how small the detail, it could be the missing puzzle piece to solving a crime. Your information can make a real difference.
Worried? Need someone to talk to?
If you have a worry, no matter how big or small you feel it may be its important to share that worry.
If you have a trusted adult or close friend that you know, you might want to talk to them about what you’re going through. It’s important to remember that you are not alone in this and there is always someone who can help you. Even if you are worried you might get into trouble; the most important thing is for you to keep safe. Some of the people you are talk to are:
- your parent or carer
- another member of your family
- a teacher, or someone you trust at school
- your doctor
- a professional you trust
- a counsellor
- a religious leader
Remember, however difficult it is, you will probably feel better just for talking about your feelings, and it is important that you are not struggling on your own to cope.
If you are not sure how to start the conversation, the best thing is to be honest; for example, you could say, “I want to tell you something but I don’t know how …” or “ I want to tell you something but I’m worried I might get into trouble…” an adult should understand that you are about to say something important, and that it’s not an easy thing for you to do.
Top tips to help talk to someone:
- Write down some of the key points you want to say – you could even write it as a letter that you could share.
- Have a think about what you would like to get out of telling someone? Do you want some actions to come out of it, or do you just need someone to listen?
- Remember if you are talking to professional (like a teacher or support worker) and they are concerned about you safety, they may have to share the information with other professionals. They will tell you if they need to do this – don’t be put off by it – it’s all done to help keep you safe.
Trusted Adults
Trusted Adults are people you can turn to to share your worries, and people you can turn to in times or stress or crisis.
Who else can help?
In North Yorkshire there are number of organisations that you can contact if you are needing immediate help because you’re in danger and also services who can help you make the situation you are experiencing better:
North Yorkshire Police
If you or somebody you know is in immediate danger you should call 999. Should you need to report a crime or incident that does not require an immediate response call 101.
North Yorkshire Council
North Yorkshire Council have a number of services which can help you and are obliged to make sure you are protected against harm. If you have an urgent safeguarding issue call 0300 131 2 131.
Welcome to the home of wellbeing and mental health for young people in North Yorkshire. We’re here to help you find the right help and support for you, to help you stay well, whatever is going on in your life.
Crisis CAMHS
Where you have urgent concerns regarding a child or young person’s mental health, please call CAMHS Crisis Service in the appropriate locality where you have a concern:
- North Allerton, Hambleton and Richmondshire: TEWV All age Line:- 0800 0516171 (Option 2, then option 3), 7 days a week, 24 hours
- Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon: TEWV All age Line:- 0800 0516171 (Option 2, the option 1), 7 days a week, 24 hours
- York and Selby: TEWV All age Line:- 0800 0516171 (Option 2 then option 2 ), 7 days a week, 24 hours
- Scarborough, Whitby & Ryedale: TEWV All age Line:- 0800 0516171 (Option 2 then option 4), 7 days a week, 24 hours
- Craven: BDCT First response 08009521181 7 days a week, 24 hours
ChildLine
For advice and support to children and young people. Phone 0800 1111 or visit the ChildLine website.
Fearless
Fearless enables young people to pass on information about crime 100% anonymously. You can pass on information without giving any personal details. Call 0800 555 111 or visit their website to share information anonymously online.
Report Remove is here to help young people under 18 in the UK to confidentially report sexual images and videos of themselves and remove them from the internet.
Compass REACH
A free, confidential health and wellbeing service for children and young people in North Yorkshire who need support with issues related to drugs, alcohol, mental health and / or sexual health.
Compass Phoenix
Compass Phoenix (previously Compass Buzz) has a text messaging service for young people aged 11-18. Young people are able to text 07520 631168 regarding any Mental Health and Wellbeing issues and receive advice Mon-Thu 9am:5pm & Fri 9am:4.30pm.
The Samaritans
Confidential helpline for young people experiencing feelings of distress or despair call 08457 90 90 90.
Kidscape
A children’s charity that gives practical advice to young people about bullying and keeping safe.
WeMatter is a video-based digital service for children and young people who have been affected by domestic abuse.
It provides specialist support to 8-17 year-olds who have been affected by abuse within their parent or carer’s relationship, or within the family home.
It’s not suitable for children and young people who are experiencing ongoing domestic abuse or for those who are still living with the alleged perpetrator.
View all our news