Links to the Websites of other organisations which might be of assistance to our members:
Local Services
- Advocacy Orkney
Advocacy Orkney is a registered charity and an independent service which provides free, confidential, and independent advocacy within Orkney.
Phone: 01856 870111
Website: Advocacy Orkney
- Mikeysline
Mental health services in Inverness.
No matter how big or small the problem, we’re here for you every evening, just text 07786207755
Website: www.mikeysline.co.uk
- Orkney Alcohol & Drugs Partnership
The Orkney Alcohol and Drugs Partnership (ADP) is a multi-agency organisation incorporating over 30 members.
Drop-in support service at the King Street Hall, Wednesdays 1:30pm – 4:30pm.
Facebook: Orkney Alcohol & Drugs Partnership
Website: Orkney Alcohol & Drugs Partnership
- Orkney Men’s Shed
Open: 10am - 4pm Tuesday & Thursday, 7pm - 9pm Wednesday, 10am – 2pm Saturday (from the 7th June).
Facebook: Orkney Men's Shed
- Orkney SOS App
A suicide prevention app – SOS Orkney – to help people stay safe from suicide.
The app provides practical support for people having suicidal thoughts or for those who know someone who is.
To download the app go to www.suicideorkneysupport.co.uk
- Orkney Rape & Sexual Assault Service
There are centres all over Scotland, some of which have over 40 years’ experience of supporting survivors of sexual violence. Orkney Rape & Sexual Assault Service is one of the newest services. It has the support of this wider network of expertise and experience.
RCS Helpline: 08088 01 03 02
Website: www.orsas.scot
- Relationship Scotland Orkney
Provide a range of confidential counselling, mediation and family support services free of charge. We also offer a Child Contact Centre where parents can meet children they no longer live with.
Phone: 01856 877750
Website: Relationship Scotland Orkney
- Soma's Light SCIO
Raising Awareness and Funds to enhance mental health support for Orkney’s young people.
Soma’s Light Facebook page
- Woman’s Aid Orkney
We are here to provide free and confidential support to women and children affected by domestic abuse.
Website: www.womensaidorkney.org.uk
National Services
- Alcoholics Anonymous
At AA, alcoholics help each other. We will support you. You are not alone. Together, we find strength and hope. You are one step away.
Phone: 0800 917 7650
Website: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk - Breathing Space:
A free, confidential phone and web based service for people in Scotland experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety.
Phone: 0800 83 85 87.Lines open: Mon-Thurs, 6pm-2am and Fri-Sun, 6pm-6am
Website: breathingspace.scot - CALM
When you’re struggling, you often can’t see a way out. You see suicide as the only option. But we know it’s not. We know there’s always a reason to stay.
Website: www.thecalmzone.net - Cruse Bereavement Scotland
Scotland’s dedicated bereavement charity they help people understand, process and navigate their grief.
Phone: 0808 802 6161
Website: www.crusescotland.org.uk - Galop
Is the UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity. We work with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence.
National helpline: 0800 999 5428
Website: www.galop.org.uk - LGBT Health and Wellbeing
LGBT Health and Wellbeing is Scotland’s health and wellbeing charity for LGBTQ+ adults.
Helpline: 0800 464 7000
Website: www.lgbthealth.org.uk - Men Matter Scotland
We exist to support All Men’s mental health, improve men's quality of life, expand and enrich men’s connections. We facilitate activities that support positive mental, physical and emotional health and wellbeing for men.
Website: www.menmatterscotland.org - MentalHealth.org
MentalHealth.org provides one-stop access to comprehensive mental health information.
Website: www.mentalhealth.org - Mind
When you’re going through a mental health problem, the right support and information can make a big difference.
Phone: 0300 102 1234
Website: www.mind.org.uk - Missing People
We are the only UK charity providing a lifeline to those affected by a disappearance or thinking of going missing.
Call freefone: 116 000
Text: 116 000 - you can text us even if you have run out of credit
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Website: www.missingpeople.org.uk
- RSABI (Royal Scottish Agricultural Benevolent Institution)
Emotional and financial support to all people involved in the Scottish agricultural industry. Friendly, professional support is offered in confidence and is available to those previously and currently involved in farming, crofting and occupations related to agriculture in Scotland.
Website: www.rsabi.org.uk - Rethink
Equality, rights, fair treatment, and the maximum quality of life for all those severely affected by mental illness.
Phone: 0808 801 0525
Website: www.rethink.org
- Samaritans
Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Phone: 116 123 (24-hour helpline)
Website: www.samaritans.org - SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health)
Whether you’re living with a mental health problem or supporting someone who is, accessing information about a condition is vital. SAMH has developed a series of information resources for you.
Live web chat
Call: 0344 800 0550
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Website: www.samh.org.uk - Sane
We are an independent mental health charity aiming to raise awareness, improve services, provide emotional support and host research.
Phone: 0300 304 7000
Website: www.sane.org.uk - Self Harm Network Scotland
Specialist help for people who self harm is available through Penumbra and their Self Harm Network
Website: selfharmnetworkscotland.org.uk
- Suicide Prevention Scotland
We are Suicide Prevention Scotland, the community of people and organisations working together to deliver Creating Hope Together. Our mission is to prevent suicide by building a collaborative network that puts partnership, learning and innovation at the heart of our delivery model.
Website: www.suicideprevention.scot - Survivors of Childhood Abuse support organisations (please note not all cover Orkney residents)
Local Young People Resources
- Action for Children
Have two strands within the service: the Orkney Emotional Wellbeing Service who offer emotional wellbeing support to those aged between eight and 18 years old, and SKIPTA, who offer support to young people aged 12 to 18 who are negatively impacted by alcohol or substance misuse, either their own or parental.
Website: Orkney Emotional Wellbeing Service | Action For Children - Relationship Scotland (Young people counselling)
Counsellors trained and experienced in working with young people. They offer free and confidential one-to-one appointments to help you explore difficulties in relationships or to address a range of issues such as anxiety, anger, stress or depression.
Website: Counselling - RS Orkney - Right There
For 10 years, we have been part of a close-knit and innovative community, working with the locals in the inner and outer isles, and supporting children to adults who are going through tough times. On average we support 40 people each day across Orkney with tailored support from our For People, At Home and In the Community programmes.
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Website: Right There Orkney - Orkney Young Carers
Confidential support, advice and a listening ear to Young Carers in Orkney and their families.
Website: www.orkneyyoungcarers.co.uk - Orkney Youth Café
The Orkney Youth Cafe is a drop-in service funded by various grants and charities. We are open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday to offer young people from S1-19yo a place to socialise with friends and enjoy a wide variety of fun activities. Free Wi-Fi is available.
Website: www.orkneyyouthcafe.co.uk - Togetherall
A digital mental health support service which is available online, 24/7 and is completely anonymous so you can express yourself freely and openly. It is offered via Orkney Island's Council to young people (age 16-31) with an Orkney home postcode.
Website: togetherall.com
National
- LGBT Youth Scotland
We are Scotland’s national charity for LGBTQ+ young people, aged 13-25. We support young people in all aspects of their lives through the provision of amazing youth work, and we support them to use their voice to create change in equality and human rights.
Website: Home - LGBT Youth Scotland - Stonewall Young Futures
A hub for all young lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) people thinking about their next steps.
Website: Stonewall Young Futures - The Mix
Free, confidential support for young people under 25 via online, social and mobile.
Phone: 0808 808 4994
Website: www.themix.org.uk
