Extended Services

ChildLine
ChildLine
ChildLine is the free helpline for children and young people in the UK. Children and young people can call us on 0800 1111 to talk about any problem – our counsellors are always here to help you sort it out.

Family Lives
https://www.familylives.org.uk/ *
As well as our core family support services offered through our helpline, we also work in many different areas and offering tailored support around issues such as bullying, special educational needs, and support for specific communities.

Family Information Service
https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/children-young-people-and-families/family-information-service-fis/*
Free impartial, confidential information, advice and signposting for families with children aged 0-19 (or 25 if the young person has a disability or additional needs) and the professionals working with them.

Alcoholics Anonymous
http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk *
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. A.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

Listening Post
http://www.listeningpost.org.uk/ *
Stroud Tel: 01453 750123
Listening Post is a counselling service for people in Gloucestershire.
Many people go through a time when they unable to resolve their difficulties themselves.
Sharing concerns with a counsellor can help to get them into perspective and enable a person to work towards a solution that they find acceptable.
All Listening Post counsellors have trained for at least two years on a nationally recognised course.
Training is on-going and all counsellors are regularly supervised by experienced, trained supervisors.

Sure Start
Sure Start is the Government programme to deliver the best start in life for every child. We bring together early education, childcare, health and family support.
Contact:
Dursley Primary School Highfields Dursley Glos GL11 4NZ
Telephone:
01453 549860
Fax:
01453 545167

HomeStart
www.home-start.org.uk/ *
Homestart, a charity helping families with young children.

Adult Education in Gloucestershire
http://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=68 *
Adult Education in Gloucestershire, a service provided by Gloucestershire County Council works to engage local communities in learning activities. Our objective is to raise the achievement of participating groups and individuals, and to ensure all adults in the county have access to learning opportunities.

Dursley Library Books & Reading – Children’s Zone
https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/libraries/find-a-library/dursley-library/ *
All about books for children and young people. Having trouble finding something you want to read? Have a look at these pages for some ideas and inspiration!
Help with homework?
The library is the best place to come for all your homework needs. Discover the library following the hints below, or explore the links to other sites for information at your fingertips!

Gloucestershire County Council

Dursley Town Council
https://www.dursleytowncouncil.gov.uk/ *
We work in partnership with numerous organisations, including the county and district councils, to maintain and improve the town. This website tells you how we do this and which council does what.

ValeVision
http://www.valevision.org.uk/ *
A community-led enterprise whose aims include improving and enhansing the quality of life of the inhabitants of Cam, Dursley and the surrounding parishes.
Address: Vale Vision, 28 Long Street, Dursley, Gloucestershire. GL11 4HX
Telephone or fax: 01453 544933

GL11
The GL11 Community Project is based in Cam, Gloucestershire.
We provide a wide range of services to the local community ranging from baby care and toddler sessions, to gardening services, learning opportunities, social events, walking groups and after-school clubs.
A warm and friendly welcome is guaranteed. If you would like to join any of the activities or volunteer to help with the running of the project, please contact us.

‘afta-skool’
The ‘afta-skool’ programme is run for 11 to 15 year olds on weekdays. A wide range of activities have traditionally been offered, ranging from dance, yoga, drama, music production and graff art, to textiles and baby-sitting courses.
Medical needs
Allergy UK
Allergy Help Line: (01322) 619864 Website: www.allergyfoundation.com *
The Anaphylaxis Campaign
Helpline: (01252) 542029 Website: www.anaphylaxis.org.uk *
Asthma UK (formerly the National Asthma Campaign)
Adviceline: 08457 01 02 03 (Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm) Website: www.asthma.org.uk *
Council for Disabled Children (National Children’s Bureau)
Tel: (020) 7843 1900 Website: http://www.ncb.org.uk/cdc/ *
Contact a Family
(Information about caring for disabled and special needs children) Helpline: 0808 808 3555. Website: www.cafamily.org.uk *
Cystic Fibrosis Trust
Tel: (020) 8464 7211 (Out of hours: 020 8464 0623) Website: www.cftrust.org.uk *
Diabetes UK
Careline: 0845 1202960 (Weekdays 9am to 5pm) Website: www.diabetes.org.uk *
Department of Health
Tel: (020) 7210 4850 Website: http://www.dh.gov.uk
Disability Rights Commission (DRC)
DRC helpline: 08457 622633. Textphone: 08457 622 644 Fax: 08457 778878 Website: https://www.drc.org.uk/ *
Epilepsy Action
Freephone Helpline: 0808 800 5050 (Monday – Thursday 9am to 4.30pm, Friday 9am to 4pm) Website: www.epilepsy.org.uk *
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
HSE Infoline: 08701 545500 (Mon-Fri 8am-6pm) Website: www.hse.gov.uk *
Health Education Trust
Tel: (01789) 773915
Hyperactive Children’s Support Group
Tel: (01243) 551313 Website: www.hacsg.org.uk *
MENCAP
Telephone: (020) 7454 0454 www.mencap.org.uk *
National Eczema Society
Helpline: 0870 241 3604 (Mon-Fri 8am to 8pm) Website: www.eczema.org *
Psoriasis Association
Tel: 0845 676 0076 (Mon-Thurs 9.15am to 4.45pm. Fri 9.15am to 16.15pm) Website: http://www.psoriasis-association.org.uk/ *