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	The Carer Support Team are available for Carers to speak to either in person or by telephone. You can discuss your thoughts and feelings in confidence, Carers often tell us that this allows them to reflect on their caring role, and assists them to manage their stress and worry. The Carer's Centre recognise that our core services are not always available when Carers require them, and below are lists of alternative sources of support. GENERAL SUPPORT GROUPS see Centre Leaflet SERVICE SPECIFIC SUPPORT AGE CONCERN - 01744 752644 50+ FREE COUNSELLING - aim to improve mental wellbeing and quality of life for those aged 50+. Offer both group and one to one sessions. Also link individuals to other areas of support Men's Healthy Eating Sessions - Held on Thursday's 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Mansion House, City Road ALZHEIMER'S CAFE - www.dementiacafe.com - Online support group for Carers of someone with dementia. Chance to talk on line to other Carers, and to read about latest news for dementia services ANGER MANAGEMENT - Courses provided by Women's Aid MAPP (Merseyside Abusive Partners Programme), those who attend do not have to be affected by domestic violence. Telephone 01744 621119, clients will usually be contacted within 2 - 4 days to discuss issues BEREAVEMENT GROUP - 07960 718583/07808 182631 - Support group for those affected by the loss of a child. Meet at the Gamble Library, dates by arrangement with group DADS GROUP - meet on second Tuesday of each month at Thatto Heath Children's Centre, 7 - 9pm. Contact Andy 07725 721701 for info DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HELP LINE - 0151 777 6183 - Family Support Unit. Male Domestic Violence Helpline - 01744 454290 KOOTH.COM - www.kooth.com - Children and family counselling online. 24 hour service. Web chat and one to one sessions with counsellors MENTAL HEALTH CARERS - Support Groups as above, also Carers Reference Group for Carers who wish to have more active role in service planning and delivery 01744 758678 MERSEYSIDE FAMILY MEDIATION - 0151 260 9155 for appointments (first one free) . Service provided by PSS. During first appointment will have discussion with a mediator to discuss situation and see what costs may be (could be free). They they write to other parties involved in problem, ask them to a meeting. Offer appointments in St Helens PLC ACTIVITIES CLUB - 0151 289 6208 - Oliver Lyme House, Lavender Crescent, Off St James Road, Prescot - Registered Charity providing various activities to encourage community to enjoy quality of life by sharing activities such as bingo, whist, cooking, dancing, aromatherapy. Annual fee of £ 3.00, plus £ 1.00 per session attended. Meet on Tues/Thur/Fri 10:30 to 12 noon or 2:00 to 3:00pm top of page RELATE - 01744 27118 SAMARITANS - 0345 90 90 90 - Local Call ST HELENS BEREAVEMENT SERVICES AND BEFRIENDERS - 451793 - emotional and social support to people who have suffered loss ST HELENS DISTRICT WOMEN'S AID - www.womensaid.org.uk 621119 - Drop in service for initial contact to obtain help and support - Unit 2, Reflections Court, Canal St (near Tesco) 01925 220541 - 24hr Domestic Violence Help Line and access to Refuge facilities 454438 - Counselling services for males and females over 14yrs 608686 - SHOUT project, free counselling for children from 4 who have suffered trauma due to domestic violence, bullying or other forms of abuse, Children's 1:1 Therapy for any child who has suffered the effects of Domestic Violence, and a Mother and Child support group 735477 - Outreach support for women who wish to remain in their own homes, attend court or other meetings 454438 - Male domestic violence helpline 454438 - MAPP - Merseyside Abusive Partners Project, offers support and counselling for men who have been violent or feel they may become violent WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN - 451309, Parish Rooms, Church Square, St Helens - Women’s group offering emotional support, private counselling service, training sessions and coping skills. Drop in days, Monday and Wednesday, 1 - 4pm, other services by appointment YWCA - 01744 25813 - Information, counselling, support and training for women aged 11 to 30. Based in Nunn Street, Parr. www.ywca.org.uk/sthelens www.sibs.org.uk - Organisation that offers support and advice for those with a brother or sister with a learning disability, long term illness or disability. Information and fact sheets available from this site top of page Whilst every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of information provided to Carers, St.Helens Carers Centre do not undertake any liability for any error or omission. The products and services listed are not necessarily endorsed or recommended by St.Helens Carers Centre