Child and young people’s health

  • Rashes in babies and children

    Many things can cause a rash in babies and children, and they’re often nothing to worry about.

    The NHS provide support for identifying some of the common rashes in babies and children.

    Website
    NHS: Rashes in babies and children

  • NHS vaccinations and when to have them

    It’s important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection. Check the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by and contact your GP.

    Website
    NHS vaccinations and when to have them

  • Start for Life

    Trusted NHS help and advice during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.

    Website
    Start for Life

  • What’s On Your Mind?

    Gloucestershire’s hub for young people looking for mental health support advice on how to cope with life’s ups and downs.

    Website
    On Your Mind Gloucestershire

  • Gloucestershire Youth Support Team

    We speak up for young people in Gloucestershire, advise, and support them.

    Website
    www.youthsupportteam.co.uk

  • Young Gloucestershire

    Young Gloucestershire is a countywide charity that supports disadvantaged young people who are facing challenges in their lives.


    Website
    www.youngglos.org.uk

  • Kooth

    A free anonymous online chat for young people to discuss your mental health issues.

    Website
    www.kooth.com

  • Teenagers in Crisis – Gloucestershire

    TIC+ (Teens in Crisis) provides face-to-face and online counselling services across Gloucestershire for young people aged 9-21 and their families. At TIC+ they care. They’re here to listen and support you – not to judge you.

    Phone
    01594 372777

    Website
    www.ticplus.org.uk

  • Forest of Dean Children’s Opportunity Centre

    The Centre provides services and support to children with special needs from birth to age 7 and their families.

    Phone
    01594 837552

    Website
    www.fodopportunitycentre.org

    Email
    admin@childoc.org.uk

  • Childline

    Childline is a free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything.

    Phone
    0800 1111

    Website
    www.childline.org.uk

  • Recovery College

    Recovery College provides a range of online educational courses and resources to children and young people who might be struggling with mental health issues.

    Website
    www.recoverycollegeonline.co.uk/young-people

  • The Children’s Sleep Charity

    The Children’s Sleep Charity is a national, award-winning charity supporting children with sleep issues. Support for families and accredited training for professionals and commercial organisations is provided.

    Phone
    01302 751416

    Website
    www.thechildrenssleepcharity.org.uk

  • Hope House ISH

    Run by NHS Gloucester health and care Foundation Trust, Hope House’s Integrated Sexual Health (ISH) clinics are happy to see anyone 13 years old and over wishing to discuss their sexual health.

    Phone
    03004216500

    Website
    www.hopehouse.nhs.uk/services/under18

  • Gloucestershire Young Carers

    Gloucestershire Young Carers is a dynamic charity constantly growing and developing to meet the ever-changing needs of young carers in the county.

    Phone
    01452 733060

    Website
    www.glosyoungcarers.org.uk

    Email
    mail@glosyoungcarers.org.uk