Useful Links & Support
Luton and Beds School Nursing
Please see information below from the School Nurse team with a list of services available to families:
- Chathealth – School Nurse text support service for 11-19 year olds -
Beds - Text 07507 331450 to speak with a school nurse for any emotional support or health advice (Monday – Friday 9am – 4.30pm, except bank holidays).
Luton - Text 07520 616070 to speak with a school nurse for any emotional support or health advice (Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm, except bank holidays). - Parentline – a secure and confidential text service for parents and carers of those aged 0-19. It offers advice and support on a range of issues such as weaning, sleep and emotional health or how to make an appointment with our team.
Beds - Text 07507 331456 with your question to start the conversation (Monday – Friday 9am – 4.30pm, except bank holidays).
Luton - Text 07507 331886 with your question to start the conversation (Monday – Friday 9am – 4.30pm, except bank holidays). - Bedford Open Door - : 01234 360 388 - Counselling Service
- Childline (children’s telephone counselling or online) – Ring 0800 1111 or visit their website
- Young Minds - If you are a young person experiencing a mental health crisis, you can text the YoungMinds Crisis Messenger for free, 24/7 support. Text YM to 85258.
- Kooth Online free counselling service for children and young people
- Sorted Council Service : 01582 891 435
- Samaritans - 24 hour confidential listening and support for anyone who needs it. (Parents/carers included.) Email - jo@samaritans.org Phone 116 123 (24 hours)
- Relate 01234 356 350 - Relationship support and advice
Central Bedfordshire provides a number of links to professional and specialist support
- Resources for professionals | Central Bedfordshire Council
- Rehab4Adddiction - Find drug and alcohol rehab or outpatient treatment in Bedfordshire. Select from a variety of options, including residential and outpatient treatment to suit your needs.
- Aquarius, Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service (please see attached form at the bottom of the page)
- Advice to parents and carers on keeping children safe from abuse and harm
- Domestic Abuse Services
- Drug and Alcohol Support
- Council Tax Support
Other useful links: