Services, Organisations and Resource Information
Current as of December 2020
The DSPL9 Triage Service offer direct support, advice, guidance and signposting for Families, Children & Young People in Watford, Three Rivers Bushey & Radlett. First point of contact is Jan Crook jancrook@dspl9.org.uk or call 07715 415894
Please refer to the Triage page on this website for more information
The Money Advice Unit – Hertfordshire – https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/services/adult-social-services/money-and-benefits-advice/money-advice-factsheets/money-advice-factsheets.aspx?searchInput=&page=1&resultsPerPage=10&view=card
Three Rivers Health Hub – https://www.threerivers.gov.uk/egcl-page/healthy-hub
Herts Help- https://www.hertshelp.net/hertshelp.aspx
Supported Learning & Training
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YC Hertfordshire (previously Youth Connexions) |
Countywide |
Youth Point |
Young People aged 13-19 |
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Borehamwood One Stop Shop Rickmansworth Youth Centre, Northway, Rickmansworth WD3 1EH |
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Community Learning Disability Team |
Countywide |
0300 123 4042 |
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ASCEND Training & Education, Life Skills, |
South Oxhey
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All Saints Church Centre |
Young People, Adults &
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Springboard Education Watford
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Springboard Watford: Unit 8 Wilmington House, Wilmington Close, Watford, WD18 0FQ. Phone:01923 630408 |
Information & support for |
https://www.nhc.ac.uk/school-leavers/springboard/ Katherine Sammons Mark Kucper
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harc |
Countywide text/call |
P.O Box 450. Hatfield 07836 667394 |
Young People, Children |
www.harc-online.org.uk |
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National Autistic Society Helpline 0800 800 4104 open 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday |
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ADD-vance
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Countywide
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5c, 35 High Street. Sandridge. |
Support for Children &
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www.add-vance.org
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Living With ADHD
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National
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three gateways to support for |
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Step-up Learning & Well-being
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South Oxhey |
39, Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey
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www.hertsmindnetwork.org
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Guideposts Trust
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Watford |
Henry Smith House |
support to people with additional needs; physical and learning disabilities, mental health issues, Dementia, sensory/mobility impairments and their carers. |
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Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing Support
Wellbeing is about both feeling good and functioning well in your day to day life. The things that we do and the way that we think affects our wellbeing. There are five ways that we can boost our wellbeing:
- Connect… with people around you, with family,friends, colleagues and neighbours, at home, work, school, college and in your local community
- Be Active … go for a walk or a run. Step outside, cycle, play a game, dance, garden. Exercising makes you feel good
- Take Notice…be curious, catch sight of the beautiful, remark on the unusual, be aware of the world around you, what you are feeling – savour the moment
- Keep Learning … Try something new, discover a new interest, sign up for a course, learn to cook, paint, draw or play an instrument, challenge yourself
- Give …. Do something nice for a friend or a stranger, thank someone, smile, volunteer your time, get involved in your community
Why Is Wellbeing Important?
Improving wellbeing is proven to help with our physical health, our performance at school, college and work, improving our quality of life
| Organisation/Service | Area | Local Contact | Eligibility | Website Links |
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Hope Support |
Supporting Young People through a family health crisis. |
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Herts Mind Network Counselling |
Watford |
Step-up Learning & Wellbeing Centre 08444 772212 (option 4) 501 St Albans Road. Watford 08444 772212 |
www.hertsmindnetwork.org
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Royal College of Psychiatrists
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Countrywide |
Useful resources for Young People, Parents and Professionals
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SMART Phone Apps |
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CAMHS HPFT
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Watford |
Peace Children’s Centre |
Children & Young People |
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Referral from GP School Nurse or designated School/College Staff Member by letter to Single Point of Access |
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Signpost Counselling free confidential counselling service for young people in a discrete location |
Watford |
Watford Advice Centre |
10-25 year olds |
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Social Group Option |
Bhamwood |
One Stop Shop |
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Step 2 |
Countywide |
3 North Road. Stevenage. SG1 4AT 01438 730570 |
0-19 years |
e-mail: step2@hchs.nhs.uk |
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Young Minds Advice on self-help and mental health/emotional well-being services |
National |
Helpline 0808 802 5544 |
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Mindful |
National |
0208 768 2166 |
www.mindful.org | |
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Kooth |
National |
online counseling and emotional wellbeing support for 11-25 year olds | www.xenzone.com/kooth.html | |
| Do Something Different | Healthy Herts | online physical and mental wellbeing information and support | http://dsd.me/dohealthyherts/ | |
Contraception and Pregnancy Advice
| Organisation/Service | Area | Local Contact | Eligibility | Website Links |
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Family Planning Association |
National |
0845 122 8690 |
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Marie Stopes |
National |
Nearest Clinic 87 Mattock Lane. Ealing. W5 5BJ Helpline: 0333 331 7833 (24hrs) Aftercare: 0345 122 1441 (24hrs) Open : Monday -Saturday 7.45am to 6pm |
Staying Safe
| Organisation/Service | Area | Local Contact | Eligibility | Website Links |
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Childline |
National |
0800 11 11 |
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Watford Rape Crisis and |
Watford |
PO Box 2356 |
