General Help & Support
Below are a number of help and support services available to people in Doncaster and the surrounding area.
Doncaster Sexual Health Services
For urgent and non-urgent sexual health advice and information, including:
- HIV Prevention (including urgent PEP HIV prevention)
- Testing and treatment for STIs
- Testing and treatment for HIV
- Contraception
Doncaster Rape & Sexual Abuse Counselling Service
Our confidential services are available for Children and young people aged 18 or under, who have been raped or sexually abused
Adults who have experienced rape or sexual abuse, either recently or in their pastFamily members who have been affected by the issue.
Doncaster Aspire Drug & Alcohol Services
We support people with drug and alcohol problems and their families to beat their addictions and go on to successfully lead fulfilling, independent lives within their communities.
Healthwatch Doncaster
Healthwatch Doncaster is your local health and social care champion. From Balby to Thorne and everywhere in between, we make sure NHS leaders and other decision makers hear your voice and use your feedback to improve care.
Mind Doncaster
Mind exists in order to promote recovery from mental ill-health, emotional well-being and independent living.
RDash
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) operates services in more than 100 locations across Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire.
Switchboard LGBTQ+ Helpline
Welcome to Switchboard the LGBT helpline a place for calm words when you need them most.
Helpline open 10am - 10pm every day.
Helpline open 10am - 10pm every day.
LGBTQ+ Foundation
We are a national charity with LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate and empower LGBTQ+ individuals and our diverse communities to realise their full potential, every day.
Stonewall
At Stonewall, we stand for lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) people everywhere. We imagine a world where all LGBTQ+ people can be themselves and live their lives to the fullest.
Terrance Higgins Trust
Terrence Higgins Trust is a British charity that campaigns on and provides services relating to HIV and sexual health. In particular, the charity aims to end the transmission of HIV in the UK.
The Queer Parenting Partnership
We are here to revolutionise the birth world for LGBTQ+ people.
The LGBTQ+ Guide to Online Safety
Most LGBTQ+ people are bullied on line here you can find out how to stay safe online.
Samaritans
Talk to us any time you like, in your own way, and off the record – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal.
We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you need a response immediately, it's best to call us on the phone. This number is FREE to call.
We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you need a response immediately, it's best to call us on the phone. This number is FREE to call.
The Mix
The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. We are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs.
Talk to us via our online community, on social, through our free, confidential helpline or our counselling service.
NCPCC Child Protection Helpline
Don't wait until you're certain. If you are worried about a child or need advice, contact our free 24/7 helpline. Email help@nspcc.org.uk
We're the UK's leading children’s charity. We’ve been looking out for children for over 130 years – and we couldn’t do it without you.
Alcohol Change UK
The leading national charity working on alcohol issues.
Our goal is to improve people's lives by reducing the harm caused by alcohol.
British Liver Trust
Liver disease is the fifth largest killer in the UK. We are here for everyone affected by liver disease.
We support patients so they don't have to face liver disease alone.
Child Line
ChildLine is a private and confidential service for children and young people up to the age of nineteen. You can contact a ChildLine counsellor about anything - no problem is too big or too small.
Zoteria
Zoteria enables people to report hate crime incidents, either against themselves or on behalf of someone else, and access support from LGBTQ+ charities. Zoteria is free to download via app stores now.
Hate crime - Have you been a victim?
South Yorkshire Police is committed to tackling hate crime, no matter what form it comes in. Report it now!
OK Rehab - Drug & Alcohol Support
We believe everyone has the chance to turn their situation around, no matter how complicated their current situation may be.
Rehab 4 Addiction
Rehab 4 Addiction was founded to assist those affected by substance misuse and their loved ones. We offer a range of services and help signpost you to the most effective treatments. This includes alcohol rehab, drug rehab, detox services, intervention, aftercare and outpatient counselling.
South Yorkshire Drug & Alcohol Rehab
The rehab in South Yorkshire makes the most of its semi-rural location to offer rest and recuperation for people grappling with drug or alcohol addiction.
A fully equipped rehab, they have medically trained staff and experienced counsellors to support you through detox, recovery, and aftercare.
A fully equipped rehab, they have medically trained staff and experienced counsellors to support you through detox, recovery, and aftercare.
Talk to Frank
Friendly, Confidential Drug Advise.
Find out everything you need to know about drugs, their effects and the law. Talk to Frank for facts, support and advice on drugs and alcohol today.
The Hepatitis C Trust
The Hepatitis C Trust is the national UK charity for hepatitis C. It was founded and is now led and run by people with personal experience of hepatitis C.
Herpes Virus Association
The Herpes Viruses Association helps to improve life for people with herpes simplex by:
Helping them to understand the condition and put it into its proper perspective as a common skin complaint
Supporting and encouraging local groups and meetings;
Training and supporting volunteer helplines.
Training and supporting volunteer helplines.
Haemophilia Society
To raise awareness and bring together people affected by Haemophilia, Von Willebrand's disease, and other related bleeding disorders. We aim to increase knowledge about such conditions and support families with information on the best possible care and treatment available.
Doncaster Project 6
Local support in your community
We have been working in Doncaster for over 35 years.
We provide free and confidential support around a range of issues, including alcohol and other drugs use.
Whenever you access our services you can expect to be welcomed and listened to.
Report Hate Crime
Hate crime comes in many different forms and strikes at the heart of communities.
With your help, we can tackle those responsible for hate crime and keep our communities safe.
We're here and ready to help anyone who has been affected by someone else's prejudice, ignorance or violence.
Find out below how to spot a hate crime, report it, or get help, support and advice – both online and in your community.
Open Minds Counselling Services Doncaster
WELCOME TO OPEN MINDS COUNSELLING SERVICE
support for adults, children, couples and familie.
One to One Therapy
Counselling, Art Therapy, Training and more support for adults, children, couples and familie.
Detox Plus
Free, confidential advice & admission to alcohol & drug detox clinics in the UK.
Welcome to Detox Plus UK; we will help you regain your life. Pointing you in the direction of the best drug detox and alcohol detox services to restart your life again.
SCCCC Doncaster
We are Doncaster-based and aim to enhance older people's quality of life through volunteers who offer the kind of support a @good Neighbour@ might give.
email: doncaster@scccc.co.uk
Tel: 01302 245444
Address: 3 Cavendish Court, South Parade, Doncaster DN1 2DJ.
Welcome to the Social Isolation and Loneliness Alliance
The SIA aims to reduce social isolation and loneliness in Doncaster through our network of voluntary, community and faith sector organisations.
Doncaster LBGTQ+ Support
Working in partnership with Doncaster Pride and Doncaster Rovers we offer regular peer support sessions which also include protected access to gym sessions.
Our LGTBQ+ group also provides training to other organisations for Transgender Awareness and support to ensure services are accessible.
Cyberbullying Guide for Parents
Cyberbullying is another big risk for children and teens who are spending more time than ever on the internet.
With seemingly every device we use able to connect to the web, it can seem impossible to get away from this potentially ugly side of the internet.
This cyberbullying guide for parents will help you ensure that your child stays protected when they get online. It will also give you helpful hints about what parents can do about cyberbullying, so that you can best help your child.
Andy's man Club
Andy’s Man Club is a UK-based men’s mental health charity that provides free, peer-to-peer support groups for men struggling with mental health issues.
Founded in 2016, it aims to break the stigma surrounding men’s mental health by offering a safe and non-judgmental space to talk. Meetings are held weekly across the UK, encouraging open conversations and mutual support