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18+ RESOURCES 

On this page you can find useful tools and resources to help you.

TOOLS AND RESOURCES

In this section you will find a range of useful tools, resources, advice and information that can help when you are near to or recently turned 18 years old.​

Carer Support

Staying Healthy

Education

The Carers Hub 

Supports unpaid carers from 18+ (they also have Young Adult Carers Support for 18-25 year olds)

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Phone - 0808 802 1777

carershubinfo@carersfederation.co.uk

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Carers UK

Useful information for unpaid carers on things like finances, practical guidance, work and careers.

 

Mobilise

Support for Young Adult Carers with guides on caring, benefits, carers assessments.

Wellbeing

NottsAlone 

Providing help and support with mental health support and advice.

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Nottinghamshire County

Useful guide on how to protect and improve your mental wellbeing.

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Wellness in Mind

Free mental health support in Nottingham City, make a referral via their website.

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Turning Point 

Helpline and support with things like substance use, mental health, sexual health, stop smoking.

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Phone: 0808 196 3779

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Base 51

Supporting young people (11-25) in Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City – offering help with counselling, trauma support, LGBTQIA+ groups, youth leaders programme, youth groups, practical support and more.

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Wellness in Mind

Free mental health support in Nottingham City, make a referral via their website.

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Shout

Shout is the UK's first and only free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone who is struggling to cope. Text 85258

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Juno - Women's Aid

​Supporting those effected by domestic violence. Phone - 0808 800 0340

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NIDAS

Supporting women and their families with issues around domestic abuse, offering bespoke support. Through the Mojatu Foundation – supporting appropriately in terms of religions, cultures and beliefs. 

Phone - 01623 683 250

We would always advise speaking to your GP about any health conditions or concerns you may have about your health. 

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Sexual Health Advice & Support

Guidance, support and locations of sexual health clinics.

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Consent is as simple as making a cup of tea.

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NHS

Information on having a healthy and balanced diet.

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Your Health Notts

Support on quit smoking, alcohol advice, weight loss.

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Nottingham Recovery Network

Support, advice and treatment for people facing drug and alcohol issues.

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Change Grow Live

Drug and Alcohol support for people and their families in Nottinghamshire.

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Change Grow Live

Drug and Alcohol support for people and their families in Nottinghamshire.

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Beating Eating Disorders

Support with eating disorders.

Bereavement
Support

Cruse

Bereavement counselling service.

Phone – 0300 777 4488

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Sue Ryder

Grief guide with information, advice and resources to help support following a bereavement.​

UCAS
Support with applying to university or college.
Help for students with caring responsibilities.


West Notts College
Support and services for young carers attending college.

Carers Trust
Guide and support for Young Adult Carers looking to continue with higher education.

Nottingham Trent University
Support for Young Carers / Young Adult Carers.

Employment

Tips for writing a CV

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Working Well East Midlands

Offers free advice and intensive support for people with long term health conditions or disabilities to find the right job.​

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Youth Employment UK

Information and support for finding work, support for young people.

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Nottinghamshire Opportunities

16-24 year olds – support in apprenticeships, traineeships and T levels.

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