|
LGBT HELPLINES / SUPPORT GROUPS Sometimes we need them, or may know a friend who may need them.... so please remember this is the place to find them. |
.... and breathe. Sit down, try and make your self comfortable, grab a cup of tea, coffee or some water. This is our page with helplines and support
So life is crap atm? Difficult for you, or someone you care about?
Many of us have been where you are at ..... so we really do understand, especially being LGBT+ or questioning
Thats why we wish to share all the info below
Its OK to reach out
Scroll down (on a laptop/ PC best rather than a small phone screen)
This page is always being updated. (Last updated 26/04/2024)
If you see anything below that needs updating please let us know. email [email protected]
Listing is for your information, and does not necessarily mean approval by WGG or other organisations websites.
********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Dorset Police.
Hate crime, abuse, harassment. Emergency 999. Crime stoppers 0800 555 111. Non emergency 101.
The Weymouth Police community support team are aware and supportive of our Weymouth Gay Group, we have found them helpful with local issues.
Scroll down to the end of this page for Dorset Police advice about online dating apps like Grindr.
Hate crime, abuse, harassment. Emergency 999. Crime stoppers 0800 555 111. Non emergency 101.
The Weymouth Police community support team are aware and supportive of our Weymouth Gay Group, we have found them helpful with local issues.
Scroll down to the end of this page for Dorset Police advice about online dating apps like Grindr.
********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
The Intercom Trust www.intercomtrust.org.uk 01392 201015
Intercom Trust is a lesbian gay bisexual and trans community resource in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset, providing help against homophobic and transphobic prejudice, crime and discrimination (including bullying, harassment, abuse, attacks, and threatening behaviour), helping to develop the LGBT communities, providing professional training and consultancy, and working in partnership with local government, the police, health, etc. The Intercom trust run the LGBT helpline 0800 612 3010.
They also have a regional Directory of lgbt groups (rather outdated now though) check it out here - https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/
LGBT confidential helpline 0800 612 3010 Run by the Intercom Trust
"Over the last seven years we have taken thousands of calls on an immensely wide range of topics. Some of them are from people who feel isolated and just want to talk to someone who understands what it is to be LGB or Trans. Other calls come from people who are experiencing very serious difficulties in their lives. Some are from parents with LGB or Trans children, some are about Coming Out, some are about crime issues. We've heard a lot. We've managed to help a lot too."
Intercom Trust is a lesbian gay bisexual and trans community resource in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset, providing help against homophobic and transphobic prejudice, crime and discrimination (including bullying, harassment, abuse, attacks, and threatening behaviour), helping to develop the LGBT communities, providing professional training and consultancy, and working in partnership with local government, the police, health, etc. The Intercom trust run the LGBT helpline 0800 612 3010.
They also have a regional Directory of lgbt groups (rather outdated now though) check it out here - https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/
LGBT confidential helpline 0800 612 3010 Run by the Intercom Trust
"Over the last seven years we have taken thousands of calls on an immensely wide range of topics. Some of them are from people who feel isolated and just want to talk to someone who understands what it is to be LGB or Trans. Other calls come from people who are experiencing very serious difficulties in their lives. Some are from parents with LGB or Trans children, some are about Coming Out, some are about crime issues. We've heard a lot. We've managed to help a lot too."
***********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
LGBT+ Network For Change (updated 20/11/ 2021)
(Formerly known as LGB&T Dorset Equality Network)
A voluntary-sector community organisation and registered charity (Number: 1171911 registered in 2016 with the Charity Commission as the ‘LGB&T Dorset Equality Network’). Run by and for LGBT+ and LGBTQ+ community members and Allies, nationally (UK), Pan-British Isles (as outlined in our Constitution), and Globally. Proud as well to continue this work in the UK’s Bournemouth & Poole and Dorset area from where the Network was originally born in the early 2010’s.
Our Vision & Purpose:Working for a homophobia bi-phobia and transphobia free, inclusive society, world, UK and British Isles! Influencing for improvement of LGBT+ engagement by public service providers & businesses, including on zero tolerance of in the workplace anti-LGBT bullying!
Our Network was created and exists to support our LGBT+ communities, especially LGBT+ sub-population groups often overlooked, poorly supported, especially vulnerable and targeted by more severe forms of prejudice and direct and indirect discrimination of systemic, structured forms.
Website https://lgbtnetwork4change.com/ email:- [email protected] tel 07811 269 454
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
(Formerly known as LGB&T Dorset Equality Network)
A voluntary-sector community organisation and registered charity (Number: 1171911 registered in 2016 with the Charity Commission as the ‘LGB&T Dorset Equality Network’). Run by and for LGBT+ and LGBTQ+ community members and Allies, nationally (UK), Pan-British Isles (as outlined in our Constitution), and Globally. Proud as well to continue this work in the UK’s Bournemouth & Poole and Dorset area from where the Network was originally born in the early 2010’s.
Our Vision & Purpose:Working for a homophobia bi-phobia and transphobia free, inclusive society, world, UK and British Isles! Influencing for improvement of LGBT+ engagement by public service providers & businesses, including on zero tolerance of in the workplace anti-LGBT bullying!
Our Network was created and exists to support our LGBT+ communities, especially LGBT+ sub-population groups often overlooked, poorly supported, especially vulnerable and targeted by more severe forms of prejudice and direct and indirect discrimination of systemic, structured forms.
Website https://lgbtnetwork4change.com/ email:- [email protected] tel 07811 269 454
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
New LGBT+ website for Dorset
(Copy from our WGG news page. posted first their 17/06/2023 updated 19/06/20230) Dorset is set to have a new website bringing a collective voice to our community. Presently in its construction phase, The Dorset LGBT+ Voices Forum are seeking feedback on it's progress so far. It will cover:- info about the Forum, supporting the LGBT+ community, reporting hate crime, getting support, news & events. You can view the Forums website here - https://www.lgbtvoicesdorsetforum.org.uk/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/DorsetLGBTVoice Note - Weymouth Gay Group is looking for someone to represent us on the Forum. Ideally you will be a regular attendee at our twice weekly pub meetups. Contact us if you can help! email [email protected] |
|
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Mind Out LGBT support groups
(Posted here 20/06/2020, updated 14/05/2022, updated 22/06/22, updated 25/03/2023 updated 15/05/2023 Poster right added 11/07/2024) MindOut Dorset Mind who are champions in supporting everyone's mental health run two LGBT+ "Mind Out" support & wellbeing groups. Mindout online support group is a new (Dec 2023) group, online every Wednesday 6-8pm (click on poster right to enlarge) The Bournemouth based Mind Out Group meets up at a venue in Bournemouth every Thursday. They have a very helpful website with lots of information & support. See - https://dorsetmind.uk/what-we-offer/adult-services/adult-groups/mind-out-lgbtq/ |
|
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Online Support - MindOut Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans & Queer Mental Health Service.
|
This is run by the Charity MindOut who are Brighton based. (Not to be confused with the MindOut groups above run by Dorset Mind.)
"Our online support service is an instant message service that is confidential, non-judgemental and anonymous. We are open every day including weekends and evenings." "The service is run by trained online support workers and mental health advocates who are ready to provide emotional support, information or signpost you in the right direction. You can chat to us about whatever is on your mind, and we will always try and help in whatever way we can." |
|
Website - https://www.mindout.org.uk/get-support/mindout-online/
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Steps 2 Wellbeing NHS Dorset Healthcare (posted here 22/06/2022 updated 18/04/2023))
"At Steps2Wellbeing we strive to offer everyone help with their mental health in a supportive and compassionate way, including all LGBT+ community members whether they are 'out' /self-identifying as LGBT+, or LGBTQ (LGBT 'Questioning'/exploring or on the journey to self-identifying as LGBT+). We understand the unique experiences people go through in life affect the likelihood and way people may experience mental health conditions, and offer an understanding talking therapy service to help."
More see - https://www.steps2wellbeing.co.uk/lgbtq/
There is a very good article on the Keep106 news page about Steps2Wellbeing and LGBT.
You can see it here - NHS mental health support available for the LGBT community (16/06/2022)
https://keep106.com/2022/06/16/nhs-mental-health-support-available-for-the-lgbt-community/
*********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
"At Steps2Wellbeing we strive to offer everyone help with their mental health in a supportive and compassionate way, including all LGBT+ community members whether they are 'out' /self-identifying as LGBT+, or LGBTQ (LGBT 'Questioning'/exploring or on the journey to self-identifying as LGBT+). We understand the unique experiences people go through in life affect the likelihood and way people may experience mental health conditions, and offer an understanding talking therapy service to help."
More see - https://www.steps2wellbeing.co.uk/lgbtq/
There is a very good article on the Keep106 news page about Steps2Wellbeing and LGBT.
You can see it here - NHS mental health support available for the LGBT community (16/06/2022)
https://keep106.com/2022/06/16/nhs-mental-health-support-available-for-the-lgbt-community/
*********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Community Front Room mental health drop-in service in Weymouth (posted here 19/06/2021)
|
Community Front Rooms (CFRs) are open to anyone over 18 who needs face-to-face support. They are staffed by mental health professionals and peer specialists (people with personal experience of mental health issues), and are there for you if you are struggling to cope and feel you are approaching a crisis point.CFRs are welcoming, informal, safe spaces where you can discuss your problems. Staff will not offer medication or structured therapy, but rather self-management advice and support that helps you find the solutions to aid your recovery. There is no referral or appointment needed, just turn up and ring the doorbell. The new CFR is located at 56 St Mary’s Street in Weymouth and is open between 3.15-10.45pm, Thursday to Sunday. It will be managed by BCHA’s Senior Practitioner Wendy Thompson and staffed by experienced mental health professionals and peer support workers. Wendy and her team are looking forward to making a difference to the lives of others. |
|
There are more Community Front Rooms in other Dorset towns. For more info about all of them including the Weymouth one see - https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/access-mental-health/community-front-rooms
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Over The Rainbow (OTR)
www.rainbowbournemouth.co.uk 0300 303 1948 (opt 4) (answerphone when unavailable).
(Info here updated 27/11/2021, upadated 25/03/2023)
Once upon a time they were based near Bournemouth's triangle, but now they have a sparkling fab new website and services across Dorset. So check them out, before they check you out!
www.rainbowbournemouth.co.uk 0300 303 1948 (opt 4) (answerphone when unavailable).
(Info here updated 27/11/2021, upadated 25/03/2023)
Once upon a time they were based near Bournemouth's triangle, but now they have a sparkling fab new website and services across Dorset. So check them out, before they check you out!
|
"Over the Rainbow is an NHS Initiative for the local Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) community in Bournemouth, Weymouth and Dorset" |
|
As well as a sexual health clinic, they offer a range of support covering:-
Guys on GRINDR. Safer Sex Condom Guide. The 4Pay Project. Gay Girls Health. Gender Identity Dysmorphia
Guys on GRINDR. Safer Sex Condom Guide. The 4Pay Project. Gay Girls Health. Gender Identity Dysmorphia
|
|
|
|
|
Sexual Health Clinics Appointments please call first! Tel: 0300 303 1948 (opt 4)
|
Over the Rainbow Weymouth
Weymouth Community Hospital Melcombe Avenue Weymouth DT4 7TB |
Over the Rainbow Bournemouth
The Shores 5 Madeira Road Bournemouth BH1 1QQ |
Sexual Health Dorset Bournemouth
66-68 Palmerston Road Bournemouth BH1 4HT |
|
|
|
Local Sexual Health Clinics - Weymouth - Portland - Dorchester - Bridport
Contact Telephone Number: 0300 303 1948
This is a single point of access phone number for the clinics. There are then options for the different areas.
Website - NHS Sexual Health Dorset - https://sexualhealthdorset.org/
Weymouth Sexual Health Clinic
Contact Telephone Number: 01305 762682 (or 0300 303 1948)
Address: The Park Centre For Sexual Health, Weymouth Community Hospital, Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB Telephone the clinic on 01305 762682 prior to attending to confirm the opening times.
Website info here (June 2020) - https://sexualhealthdorset.org/clinics/weymouth-clinics#
Contact Telephone Number: 01305 762682 (or 0300 303 1948)
Address: The Park Centre For Sexual Health, Weymouth Community Hospital, Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB Telephone the clinic on 01305 762682 prior to attending to confirm the opening times.
Website info here (June 2020) - https://sexualhealthdorset.org/clinics/weymouth-clinics#
Bridport GUM Clinic
West Road West Allington Bridport Dorset DT6 5BN
Contact info (Nov 2021) - 01305 762682
West Road West Allington Bridport Dorset DT6 5BN
Contact info (Nov 2021) - 01305 762682
*********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Body positive Dorset www.bodypositivedorset.org 01202 297386
27 St Michael’s Road Bournemouth Dorset. BH2 5DP email: [email protected]
Body Positive Dorset offers advice, practical support, counselling, life coaching, and information to people living with or affected by HIV regardless of sexual orientation. We aim to raise awareness and promote prevention through education in the community. We are a registered charity with a board of trustees, and a dedicated loyal team of managers, staff, and volunteers.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
27 St Michael’s Road Bournemouth Dorset. BH2 5DP email: [email protected]
Body Positive Dorset offers advice, practical support, counselling, life coaching, and information to people living with or affected by HIV regardless of sexual orientation. We aim to raise awareness and promote prevention through education in the community. We are a registered charity with a board of trustees, and a dedicated loyal team of managers, staff, and volunteers.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Space Youth Project www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk 01202 205279
c/o Bournemouth & Poole College, North Road, Poole Dorset BH14 0LS
email [email protected]
Space Youth Project is a Dorset wide group for young people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans or are Questioning and are living in Bournemouth, Poole or Dorset. The group is open to all young people (up to age 25) and there is no joining fee. There are groups in our area, both in Weymouth, Dorchester and Bridport (as well as many other parts of Dorset). Helen (and her staff) who run SYP are brilliant, and happy to help young LGBT+ people in any aspect of their lives.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
c/o Bournemouth & Poole College, North Road, Poole Dorset BH14 0LS
email [email protected]
Space Youth Project is a Dorset wide group for young people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans or are Questioning and are living in Bournemouth, Poole or Dorset. The group is open to all young people (up to age 25) and there is no joining fee. There are groups in our area, both in Weymouth, Dorchester and Bridport (as well as many other parts of Dorset). Helen (and her staff) who run SYP are brilliant, and happy to help young LGBT+ people in any aspect of their lives.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Ricochet www.ricochet-dorset.org
Support for parents with gay sons or daughters in West Dorset. "When I found out my son was gay, I was very upset. Talking to others with the same worries was a huge relief. I feel so different now."
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Support for parents with gay sons or daughters in West Dorset. "When I found out my son was gay, I was very upset. Talking to others with the same worries was a huge relief. I feel so different now."
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Samaritans in Weymouth If something's troubling you, get in touch.
|
Hello, I am Robert, Director of Samaritans at Weymouth. We have been supporting people in distress, working from a building opposite the railway station in Weymouth, for over 50 years. |
Weymouth branch web site:- www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-dorset-weymouth
You can visit the Weymouth branch here (check opening times) :- Samaritans Weymouth 13 King Street Weymouth Dorset DT4 7BJ.
You can visit the Weymouth branch here (check opening times) :- Samaritans Weymouth 13 King Street Weymouth Dorset DT4 7BJ.
We have been very fortunate to have received funds from the Chesil Rocks music festival held in June.
Most grateful to Tim and Hilary Warren for organising it to benefit Samaritans in Weymouth.
Note - Weymouth Gay Group were very pleased to attend Chesil Rocks in 2022 with an Alan Turing Teasure Hunt stall in aid of Weymouth Samaritians.
Most grateful to Tim and Hilary Warren for organising it to benefit Samaritans in Weymouth.
Note - Weymouth Gay Group were very pleased to attend Chesil Rocks in 2022 with an Alan Turing Teasure Hunt stall in aid of Weymouth Samaritians.
National helpline 116 123 National email Samaritans: [email protected]
Bournemouth Samaritans -
1 Durrant Road Bournemouth Dorset BH2 6LE
Bournemouth Samaritans -
1 Durrant Road Bournemouth Dorset BH2 6LE
|
|
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
|
ARA recovery for all. Gambling
Call Us: 0330 1340 286 [email protected] A registered charity, we help people to recover from mental health, drug and alcohol and gambling problems. Our services are free, confidential and proven to help. Free, confidential advice & addiction support for anyone affected by a gambling problem in Wales and the South West. Free resources to help you assess yours or a loved one’s gambling and decide what to do next. Dorset contact Kai, 07950 911452 email KaiMcConkey@recovery4all |
|
Note - Weymouth Gay Group (WGG) are very please to say that Kai sometimes pops along to our WGG Pub meet ups (Swan Thursdays) and if you feel comfortable, he is happy to talk over any issues you or a loved one are having with gambling.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Relate www.relate.org.uk
National helpline 0300 100 1234 / Dorchester center 01302 680900
They help lots of lesbian, gay, bi and trans couples and individuals to build stronger relationships. They can help with any issue, from the big problems that might threaten your relationship and have a big effect on you and your family to smaller issues that just make things a little less than perfect. Even if things are going brilliantly for you, they can help you keep it that way. Get a relationship check up! Local center in Dorchester. www.relatedorset.org.uk 01305 680900
***********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
National helpline 0300 100 1234 / Dorchester center 01302 680900
They help lots of lesbian, gay, bi and trans couples and individuals to build stronger relationships. They can help with any issue, from the big problems that might threaten your relationship and have a big effect on you and your family to smaller issues that just make things a little less than perfect. Even if things are going brilliantly for you, they can help you keep it that way. Get a relationship check up! Local center in Dorchester. www.relatedorset.org.uk 01305 680900
***********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
The Shores http://www.the-shores.org.uk/ 0800 970 9954
The Shores is the dedicated Sexual Assault Referral Centre for Dorset, providing services to men, women and children who have been raped or sexually assaulted.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
The Shores is the dedicated Sexual Assault Referral Centre for Dorset, providing services to men, women and children who have been raped or sexually assaulted.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Autism Wessex https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance Tel 01202 483360 (Mon - Fri 9.00 -17.00)
Suite 4, Stowey House, Bridport Rd, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3SB
Founded in 1968 by parents of children with autism, Autism Wessex is the regional charity providing high quality specialist services for people affected by autism and associated difficulties across the counties of Dorset, Somerset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. Our services are available to anyone who needs it - people with autism and associated difficulties, families and professionals. Anyone affected by autism can rely on us for support.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Suite 4, Stowey House, Bridport Rd, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3SB
Founded in 1968 by parents of children with autism, Autism Wessex is the regional charity providing high quality specialist services for people affected by autism and associated difficulties across the counties of Dorset, Somerset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. Our services are available to anyone who needs it - people with autism and associated difficulties, families and professionals. Anyone affected by autism can rely on us for support.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Neurodiversity & LGBT+ New Dorset NHS website (Posted on WGG News page 23/03/2024)
Dorset NHS have recently (March 2024) produced a new website supporting neurodivergent people.
Called NHS Dorset Neurodiversity Hub.
So what is neurodiversity? Someone who is neurodivergent behaves, thinks and learns differently to those who are neurotypical. Neurodivergent people may have one of the following neurodevelopmental conditions: Autism. ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). A “neurodivergent” person refers to a person on the autism spectrum or, more generally, to someone whose brain processes information in a way that is not typical of most individuals.
Dorset NHS have recently (March 2024) produced a new website supporting neurodivergent people.
Called NHS Dorset Neurodiversity Hub.
So what is neurodiversity? Someone who is neurodivergent behaves, thinks and learns differently to those who are neurotypical. Neurodivergent people may have one of the following neurodevelopmental conditions: Autism. ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). A “neurodivergent” person refers to a person on the autism spectrum or, more generally, to someone whose brain processes information in a way that is not typical of most individuals.
We were very pleased to see a LGBT+ page! They say:-
"Research indicates that neurodivergent people are more likely to identify as LGBTQ+ than their neurotypical peers. A recent paper by the University of Cambridge found that autistic people are eight times more likely to identify as LGBTQ+ and The Brain Charity reports that in the wider neurodivergent community, significantly more people are likely to identify as LGBTQ+."
"Research indicates that neurodivergent people are more likely to identify as LGBTQ+ than their neurotypical peers. A recent paper by the University of Cambridge found that autistic people are eight times more likely to identify as LGBTQ+ and The Brain Charity reports that in the wider neurodivergent community, significantly more people are likely to identify as LGBTQ+."
Kit who is autistic and identifies as panromantic and demisexual, explains: “It’s important that we bring attention and care to people who are neurodivergent so they understand that they deserve to be loved, regardless of their traits and characteristics.”
Dating culture can be hard to navigate for neurodivergent people, with social rules and constructs that make them cautious. The website has a great video explaining more:- Ambitious About Autism video: Finding safe spaces for autistic LGBTQ+ people. You can see the video and the NHS Dorset Neurodiversity Hub website here - https://nhsdorset.nhs.uk/neurodiversity/living/lgbtq/
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Dating culture can be hard to navigate for neurodivergent people, with social rules and constructs that make them cautious. The website has a great video explaining more:- Ambitious About Autism video: Finding safe spaces for autistic LGBTQ+ people. You can see the video and the NHS Dorset Neurodiversity Hub website here - https://nhsdorset.nhs.uk/neurodiversity/living/lgbtq/
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Cruse Bereavement care www.cruse.org.uk National 0844 477 9400 Dorset 01305 260216
Cruse Bereavement Care is here to support you after the death of someone close. If someone you know has died and you need to talk call us on 0844 477 9400 or send email. Face-to face and group support is delivered by trained bereavement support volunteers across the UK. We also offer information and publications
***********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Cruse Bereavement Care is here to support you after the death of someone close. If someone you know has died and you need to talk call us on 0844 477 9400 or send email. Face-to face and group support is delivered by trained bereavement support volunteers across the UK. We also offer information and publications
***********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
The Geranium Trust https://www.geraniumtrust.org/ email [email protected] reg Charity 1176738
They run LGBT+ social support & friendship groups & support for those feeling alone and isolated. On their website - https://www.geraniumtrust.org/ they say: - "Every month we organise a full three course Sunday roast dinner for Gay & Bi guys, with tea and cake later in the afternoon. We do ask for a small donation to cover the cost of the food." Contact them for more info. email : [email protected]
They also have a monthly drop in coffee morning for the wider LGBT+ community.
Based near Yeovil, (Stoford North Dorset) The Geranium Trust was founded to offer friendship and support to anyone regardless of age, sexuality, race, colour or creed who is suffering from loneliness and isolation. They also offer support to the family, friends and carers of those suffering from chronic or mental illness, or bereavement, and to all less fortunate and disadvantaged members of society.
Paul (and friends) from The Geranium Trust visit our Weymouth Gay Group pub meet ups when they can, and it is always nice to welcome such a supportive bunch of guys.
New! Dec 2023 - Paul from The Geranium Trust said .....
"We also work alongside LGBT+ groups such as Weymouth Gay Group and Gay West, offering friendship and support by organising regular monthly roast dinners and 'Drop In' coffee mornings for those who are feeling isolated.
There is also our New Geranium Trust LGBT+ Friendship Line for older and housebound members of the community who may find it difficult to come to the dinner, or the coffee mornings and are feeling lonely & isolated we can arange for you to have a regular weekly phone call from someone who is also LGBT+. If you, or somebody that you know, would benefit from this service. Please email - [email protected] "
Links
Website https://www.geraniumtrust.org/
This website page will interest LGBT+ people - www.geraniumtrust.org/you-are-not-alone
email [email protected]
seperate service for members of the LGBT+ community. email: [email protected]
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
They run LGBT+ social support & friendship groups & support for those feeling alone and isolated. On their website - https://www.geraniumtrust.org/ they say: - "Every month we organise a full three course Sunday roast dinner for Gay & Bi guys, with tea and cake later in the afternoon. We do ask for a small donation to cover the cost of the food." Contact them for more info. email : [email protected]
They also have a monthly drop in coffee morning for the wider LGBT+ community.
Based near Yeovil, (Stoford North Dorset) The Geranium Trust was founded to offer friendship and support to anyone regardless of age, sexuality, race, colour or creed who is suffering from loneliness and isolation. They also offer support to the family, friends and carers of those suffering from chronic or mental illness, or bereavement, and to all less fortunate and disadvantaged members of society.
Paul (and friends) from The Geranium Trust visit our Weymouth Gay Group pub meet ups when they can, and it is always nice to welcome such a supportive bunch of guys.
New! Dec 2023 - Paul from The Geranium Trust said .....
"We also work alongside LGBT+ groups such as Weymouth Gay Group and Gay West, offering friendship and support by organising regular monthly roast dinners and 'Drop In' coffee mornings for those who are feeling isolated.
There is also our New Geranium Trust LGBT+ Friendship Line for older and housebound members of the community who may find it difficult to come to the dinner, or the coffee mornings and are feeling lonely & isolated we can arange for you to have a regular weekly phone call from someone who is also LGBT+. If you, or somebody that you know, would benefit from this service. Please email - [email protected] "
Links
Website https://www.geraniumtrust.org/
This website page will interest LGBT+ people - www.geraniumtrust.org/you-are-not-alone
email [email protected]
seperate service for members of the LGBT+ community. email: [email protected]
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Community Alcohol and Drug Advisory Service (CADAS)
Based at Weymouth Community Hospital 3 Melcombe Ave, Weymouth DT4 7TB 01305 779706
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Based at Weymouth Community Hospital 3 Melcombe Ave, Weymouth DT4 7TB 01305 779706
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
We Are With You (added here 15/07/2023)
website https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ email [email protected] Tel 01202 558855
Get free, confidential support with alcohol, drugs or mental health from one of our local services or online
website https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ email [email protected] Tel 01202 558855
Get free, confidential support with alcohol, drugs or mental health from one of our local services or online
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
New - Man Prostate Cancer Support Group Contact info:- website https://new-manprostatecancersupport.co.uk/ email [email protected]
Come along and meet other men that have had Prostate Cancer in South & West Dorset. We provide group support, fellowship, and information for men their families and friends. (details/contacts updated 26/04/2024)
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Come along and meet other men that have had Prostate Cancer in South & West Dorset. We provide group support, fellowship, and information for men their families and friends. (details/contacts updated 26/04/2024)
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Gay Farmer Helpline Helpline 07837 931 894 www.gayfarmer.co.uk
Increased stigma about identifying as LGBT+ in the farming community is a known issue, that can lead to people not coming out for many years and impacting their lives. Talk to someone in confidence and get support early.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Increased stigma about identifying as LGBT+ in the farming community is a known issue, that can lead to people not coming out for many years and impacting their lives. Talk to someone in confidence and get support early.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
MindLine Trans + (updated 12/04/2022) Website :- https://mindlinetrans.org.uk/
Helpline 0300 330 5468 8pm to midnight Monday and Friday.
"Exciting news! As of Wednesday 1st September 2021, MindLine Trans+ will be opening on Wednesday evenings 8pm – midnight as well as the usual Monday and Friday night!"
MindLine Trans+ is a confidential emotional and mental health national support helpline for people who identify as trans, non-binary or gender fluid.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Helpline 0300 330 5468 8pm to midnight Monday and Friday.
"Exciting news! As of Wednesday 1st September 2021, MindLine Trans+ will be opening on Wednesday evenings 8pm – midnight as well as the usual Monday and Friday night!"
MindLine Trans+ is a confidential emotional and mental health national support helpline for people who identify as trans, non-binary or gender fluid.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Trans Pride SW
Promoting & celebrating diversity of Transgender, Non-Binary, Intersex & Gender Variant individuals by encouraging awareness, openness & interaction.
They have many events in the Bristol area. Their website gives lots of info about past and present events. See http://tpsw.co.uk/ On Twitter you can find them here - @TransPrideSW
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Promoting & celebrating diversity of Transgender, Non-Binary, Intersex & Gender Variant individuals by encouraging awareness, openness & interaction.
They have many events in the Bristol area. Their website gives lots of info about past and present events. See http://tpsw.co.uk/ On Twitter you can find them here - @TransPrideSW
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Domestic Abuse
Did you know - Domestic Abuse is very high in the LGBT community? In Dorset you might like to check out -
Local support and help is available - Contact DAIT 07826 077525 or in Weymouth & Dorchester 07747 705916
This might also be helpful - https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/your-community/community-safety/domestic-abuse/awareness-courses-for-survivors-of-domestic-abuse/the-freedom-programme.aspx
Nationally see - Galop (scroll down)
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Did you know - Domestic Abuse is very high in the LGBT community? In Dorset you might like to check out -
Local support and help is available - Contact DAIT 07826 077525 or in Weymouth & Dorchester 07747 705916
This might also be helpful - https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/your-community/community-safety/domestic-abuse/awareness-courses-for-survivors-of-domestic-abuse/the-freedom-programme.aspx
Nationally see - Galop (scroll down)
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
National LGBT+ organisations (just a few of many)
Stonewall http://www.stonewall.org.uk/
Stonewall campaigns for the equality of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people across Britain.
LGBT Consortium http://www.lgbtconsortium.org.uk/
"We are a national membership organisation focusing on the development and support of LGBT groups, projects and organisations; so they can deliver direct services and campaign for individual rights."
They also have a website section - with over 40 pages ! - of LGBT groups and organisations from around the UK. Well worth checking out see - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/
Switchboard LGBT+ https://switchboard.lgbt/ Advice and understanding. 0800 0119 100 (new FREE phone number 03/03/2023) Open 10:00-22:00 every day
Mermaids (Transgender Young People) https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/helpline-support-services/ helpline is available on 0808 801 0400 Monday – Friday; 9am – 9pm
Galop http://www.galop.org.uk/ National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Trans Domestic Abuse Helpline
Phone: 0300 999 5428 or 0800 999 5428 Email: [email protected]
Domestic abuse can be psychological, financial, sexual, physical and/or emotional. Need support? We’re here to help.
Welcome to Galop, the leading LGBT anti-violence & abuse charity. We give advice and support to people who have experienced biphobia, homophobia, transphobia, sexual violence or domestic abuse. We also support lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer people who have had problems with the police or have questions about the criminal justice system. We are a completely independent community-led group. Anything you tell us is confidential, and you can contact us anonymously if you choose.
Domestic Abuse
In Dorset you might like to check out -
Local support and help is available - Contact DAIT 07826 077525 or in Weymouth & Dorchester 07747 705916
This might also be helpful - https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/your-community/community-safety/domestic-abuse/awareness-courses-for-survivors-of-domestic-abuse/the-freedom-programme.aspx
Stonewall http://www.stonewall.org.uk/
Stonewall campaigns for the equality of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people across Britain.
LGBT Consortium http://www.lgbtconsortium.org.uk/
"We are a national membership organisation focusing on the development and support of LGBT groups, projects and organisations; so they can deliver direct services and campaign for individual rights."
They also have a website section - with over 40 pages ! - of LGBT groups and organisations from around the UK. Well worth checking out see - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/
Switchboard LGBT+ https://switchboard.lgbt/ Advice and understanding. 0800 0119 100 (new FREE phone number 03/03/2023) Open 10:00-22:00 every day
Mermaids (Transgender Young People) https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/helpline-support-services/ helpline is available on 0808 801 0400 Monday – Friday; 9am – 9pm
Galop http://www.galop.org.uk/ National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Trans Domestic Abuse Helpline
Phone: 0300 999 5428 or 0800 999 5428 Email: [email protected]
Domestic abuse can be psychological, financial, sexual, physical and/or emotional. Need support? We’re here to help.
Welcome to Galop, the leading LGBT anti-violence & abuse charity. We give advice and support to people who have experienced biphobia, homophobia, transphobia, sexual violence or domestic abuse. We also support lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer people who have had problems with the police or have questions about the criminal justice system. We are a completely independent community-led group. Anything you tell us is confidential, and you can contact us anonymously if you choose.
Domestic Abuse
In Dorset you might like to check out -
Local support and help is available - Contact DAIT 07826 077525 or in Weymouth & Dorchester 07747 705916
This might also be helpful - https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/your-community/community-safety/domestic-abuse/awareness-courses-for-survivors-of-domestic-abuse/the-freedom-programme.aspx
Deaf LGBTIQA+ deaflgbtiqa.org.uk/
If you’re thinking, ‘Why is this website necessary/important/relevant?’, then here’s your answer. For years the LGBTIQA+ community have endured oppression and harassment, and there has been a lot of changes over the last few years (such as same sex marriage being legalised in various countries). However, there is a minority within that minority, which is the deaf LGBTIQA+ people – there is not a lot of information being provided for the Deaf LGBTIQA+ community, mainly due to accessibility issues. We, within the Facebook group, decided the time was ripe for a change, and this website came to fruition – we wanted to be able to educate the Deaf community and also provide guidance for those who may be struggling with their identity (sexual, gender and Deaf) in an effective way on an accessible platform.
If you’re thinking, ‘Why is this website necessary/important/relevant?’, then here’s your answer. For years the LGBTIQA+ community have endured oppression and harassment, and there has been a lot of changes over the last few years (such as same sex marriage being legalised in various countries). However, there is a minority within that minority, which is the deaf LGBTIQA+ people – there is not a lot of information being provided for the Deaf LGBTIQA+ community, mainly due to accessibility issues. We, within the Facebook group, decided the time was ripe for a change, and this website came to fruition – we wanted to be able to educate the Deaf community and also provide guidance for those who may be struggling with their identity (sexual, gender and Deaf) in an effective way on an accessible platform.
Traveller Pride - confidential Phoneline https://www.lgbttravellerpride.com/helpline
Our Phoneline is available and taking calls on Mondays (excluding bank holidays) from 5:00pm-8:00pm.
If we are busy we will endeavour to get back to you once the call we are on is over. This is a confidential service where LGBT+ Travellers can get in touch with a trained member of the Traveller Pride team who is also a mental health professional.
Your call can be to get specific advice or information or you can use the space simply to share with an LGBT+ Traveller about how you are right now.
We can offer a listening ear and can also help out with some practical elements. You can call:
- To share your story
- To get recommendations on services near you
- To get help with education issues (applications, appeals etc.)
- To report a hate crime
- To get advice
There isn’t a “right way” to use the helpline, this is a space for you. You can ask for advice on coming out or on hormones, or talk to us about a funny story that you want to tell, or get recommendations for a fried breakfast in London.
The service is for individuals aged 16 and up living in the UK. More info see - https://www.lgbttravellerpride.com/helpline
Online service to tackle suicide in the LGBTQ+ community. https://www.lgbthero.org.uk/
LGBT HERO has launched a new online service aimed at reducing the high numbers of LGBTQ+ people affected by mental health issues and dying by suicide. The new service provides a platform where LGBTQ+ people can seek information and support while coming together to create personal and social change. OutLife also provides a service for LGBTQ+ people to talk, share and support one another in a trusted, non-judgemental environment.
Ian Howley, Chief Executive of LGBT HERO, explains why the service is so needed: “I know what the challenges are as an LGBTQ+ person. I went through my own battles with my sexuality and identity and nearly lost my life three times. It wasn’t until I hit my mid 20s that I realised this is common for lots of LGBTQ+ people."
More see - https://www.lgbthero.org.uk/ and https://www.lgbthero.org.uk/Pages/Category/suicide
"Rainbow call companions" run by Re-engage https://www.reengage.org.uk/
Re-engage provides vital, life-enhancing social connections for older people at a time in their lives when their social circles are diminishing. They provide a great phone contact service for older LGBT people called "Rainbow call companions".
On their website they say:- " As you get older it’s not unusual to spend more time on your own, particularly if you’ve lost loved ones or your health isn’t what it used to be. Following the success of our call companions service, we launched rainbow call companions: a free telephone befriending service for LGBT+ people who are lonely, isolated or in need of companionship and feel they would benefit from a friendly phone call every week or two. This is a service specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender plus (LGBT+) people aged 75+ who would like to speak to someone who’s also LGBT+. Calls last for half an hour or so and you can chat about anything that interests you. What's great is that the same volunteer phones you every time, so you can get to know each other and share stories and laughter – for as long as you both want."
You can read a case study here:- https://www.reengage.org.uk/latest-news/derek-a-case-study/
Rainbow call companions has been awarded the NHS National Advisor for LGBT Health award (2022), which recognises outstanding work by individuals and groups across the NHS and VCSE sector to improve the experience of LGBT+ patients and the LGBT+ workforce and shine a light on examples of best practice.
“This work takes courage and persistence and I am really grateful for your efforts which, I have no doubt, will have benefited LGBT individuals greatly.” Dr Michael Brady FRCP (he/him), National Advisor for LGBT Health, NHS England
More info & website :- https://www.reengage.org.uk/
LGBT HERO has launched a new online service aimed at reducing the high numbers of LGBTQ+ people affected by mental health issues and dying by suicide. The new service provides a platform where LGBTQ+ people can seek information and support while coming together to create personal and social change. OutLife also provides a service for LGBTQ+ people to talk, share and support one another in a trusted, non-judgemental environment.
Ian Howley, Chief Executive of LGBT HERO, explains why the service is so needed: “I know what the challenges are as an LGBTQ+ person. I went through my own battles with my sexuality and identity and nearly lost my life three times. It wasn’t until I hit my mid 20s that I realised this is common for lots of LGBTQ+ people."
More see - https://www.lgbthero.org.uk/ and https://www.lgbthero.org.uk/Pages/Category/suicide
"Rainbow call companions" run by Re-engage https://www.reengage.org.uk/
Re-engage provides vital, life-enhancing social connections for older people at a time in their lives when their social circles are diminishing. They provide a great phone contact service for older LGBT people called "Rainbow call companions".
On their website they say:- " As you get older it’s not unusual to spend more time on your own, particularly if you’ve lost loved ones or your health isn’t what it used to be. Following the success of our call companions service, we launched rainbow call companions: a free telephone befriending service for LGBT+ people who are lonely, isolated or in need of companionship and feel they would benefit from a friendly phone call every week or two. This is a service specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender plus (LGBT+) people aged 75+ who would like to speak to someone who’s also LGBT+. Calls last for half an hour or so and you can chat about anything that interests you. What's great is that the same volunteer phones you every time, so you can get to know each other and share stories and laughter – for as long as you both want."
You can read a case study here:- https://www.reengage.org.uk/latest-news/derek-a-case-study/
Rainbow call companions has been awarded the NHS National Advisor for LGBT Health award (2022), which recognises outstanding work by individuals and groups across the NHS and VCSE sector to improve the experience of LGBT+ patients and the LGBT+ workforce and shine a light on examples of best practice.
“This work takes courage and persistence and I am really grateful for your efforts which, I have no doubt, will have benefited LGBT individuals greatly.” Dr Michael Brady FRCP (he/him), National Advisor for LGBT Health, NHS England
More info & website :- https://www.reengage.org.uk/
Navigating later life - An Age UK LGBT+ Booklet (posted here 26/01/2023)
|
Here is a really good booklet aimed at older LGBT+ people. Published by Age UK and packed full of info and advice covering almost everything that older people need help and assistance with, from an LGBT+ perspective.
If you are an older LGBT+ person, or work with, or have contact with older LGBT+ people, then please check this out! We got our copy from the excellent Weymouth Information Shop. (The Weymouth Information Shop is at 98 St Mary St, Weymouth DT4 8NY) It is also available online to download from Age UK website. https://www.ageuk.org.uk/globalassets/age-uk/documents/information-guides/ageukig02_lesbian_gay_bisexual_transgender_inf.pdf The booklet says:- "This information guide has been produced withthe help of older people, carers and expert peer reviewers. This guide has kindly been peer reviewed by Opening Doors and the LGBT Foundation. Published: May 2022" |
LGBT Asylum and Immigration (added here 05/07/2023)
With the UK Government's decision to base an Immigration barge in Portland Port, Dorset, (Summer 2023) we felt it would be useful to sign post relevant support.
The LGBT Consortium directory is a very good place to start with 32 LGBT organisations listed.
See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/?_sft_keyareaofwork=immigration
We list two of many LGBT Migration organisations below -
With the UK Government's decision to base an Immigration barge in Portland Port, Dorset, (Summer 2023) we felt it would be useful to sign post relevant support.
The LGBT Consortium directory is a very good place to start with 32 LGBT organisations listed.
See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/?_sft_keyareaofwork=immigration
We list two of many LGBT Migration organisations below -
Rainbow Migration supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) people through the asylum and immigration system. Our vision is a world where there is equality, dignity, respect and safety for all people in the expression of their sexual or gender identity.
We have three goals:
More see - https://www.rainbowmigration.org.uk/
email [email protected]
Phone 020 7922 7812
Twitter: @rainbowmigrants twitter.com/rainbowmigrants
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RainbowMigration
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainbowmigration
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/rainbow-migration
We have three goals:
- An asylum and immigration system that treats LGBTQI+ people fairly and with dignity.
- LGBTQI+ people who need protection are granted leave to remain.
- Optimum wellbeing and no isolation among LGBTQI+ people who are seeking asylum or have refugee status.
More see - https://www.rainbowmigration.org.uk/
email [email protected]
Phone 020 7922 7812
Twitter: @rainbowmigrants twitter.com/rainbowmigrants
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RainbowMigration
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainbowmigration
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/rainbow-migration
We would also recommend the work of Micro Rainbow
Micro Rainbow’s vision is to create a world where lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) people are free from discrimination, persecution and have equal opportunities in life, including in accessing employment, training, education, financial services, healthcare, housing, places of faith, and public services.
We do this by:
More see - https://microrainbow.org/
email [email protected]
Phone 0800 358 5851
Twitter https://twitter.com/MicroRainbow
Micro Rainbow’s vision is to create a world where lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) people are free from discrimination, persecution and have equal opportunities in life, including in accessing employment, training, education, financial services, healthcare, housing, places of faith, and public services.
We do this by:
- Providing safe housing to LGBTQI asylum seekers and refugees
- Facilitating access to employment, volunteering, training and education for LGBTQI refugees through our moving on programme
- Providing social inclusion activities to reduce the extreme isolation faced by LGBTQI people
More see - https://microrainbow.org/
email [email protected]
Phone 0800 358 5851
Twitter https://twitter.com/MicroRainbow
Asylum and Immigration - Dorset based (lgbt friendly, but not all specifically lgbt)
The LGBT Network for Change (Formerly known as LGB&T Dorset Equality Network)
- has done some national campaigning see - https://lgbtnetwork4change.com/news/
ICN - International Care Network (Bournemouth).
Helping to rebuild the lives of asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants
Website https://www.icn.org.uk/
Dorset Race Equality Council
We inform and educate regarding race/ethnic relations to:
email: [email protected]
Phone 01202 392954
The LGBT Network for Change (Formerly known as LGB&T Dorset Equality Network)
- has done some national campaigning see - https://lgbtnetwork4change.com/news/
ICN - International Care Network (Bournemouth).
Helping to rebuild the lives of asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants
Website https://www.icn.org.uk/
Dorset Race Equality Council
We inform and educate regarding race/ethnic relations to:
- Eliminate and counter misunderstanding and negative political propaganda.
- Raise awareness of race/ethnic equality issues with both public sector organisations and private businesses.
- Challenge prejudice and disadvantage and promote the importance of a diverse society.
- Inform minority ethnic individuals of their rights.
- Strengthen community relations in Dorset.
- Work with partner organisations to influence policy and combat racial discrimination and racial violence.
- Uphold both the letter and the spirit of UK and EU law.
email: [email protected]
Phone 01202 392954
**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Do you use Grindr or other dating apps?
Following the tragic murder of young gay guys in 2016, it is well worth checking out the advice on how to be safe online with dating apps.
Thieves use Grindr dating app to target and rob men (posted here 26/02/2023)
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-64771157
Eric Michels murder: Serial killer Stephen Port's drug dealer convicted (15/07/2019)
A serial thief who targeted victims through gay dating apps (Grindr) has been found guilty of murdering a businessman with a GHB drug overdose. BBC - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-48991023#
From Pink News 19th Sept 2017. Texas man admits using Grindr to 'lure' victims for violent homophobic attacks
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2017/09/19/texas-man-admits-using-grindr-to-lure-victims-for-violent-homophobic-attacks/
From Pink News 11th Dec 2019 Teenagers sentenced to 15 years after luring men from Grindr to rob and urinate on them in "humiliating" homophobic attack. https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2019/12/11/grindr-teenage-boys-sentenced-birmingham-robbed-urinated/
You can see advice from Dorset Police here :-
http://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/15056599.Dorset_Police_issue_advice_over_use_of_dating_apps/ (posted 30/1/17)
It is of course far better to meet guys at a social group like ours in a safe and supportive environment. Swan pub every Thursday!
*********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
Following the tragic murder of young gay guys in 2016, it is well worth checking out the advice on how to be safe online with dating apps.
Thieves use Grindr dating app to target and rob men (posted here 26/02/2023)
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-64771157
Eric Michels murder: Serial killer Stephen Port's drug dealer convicted (15/07/2019)
A serial thief who targeted victims through gay dating apps (Grindr) has been found guilty of murdering a businessman with a GHB drug overdose. BBC - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-48991023#
From Pink News 19th Sept 2017. Texas man admits using Grindr to 'lure' victims for violent homophobic attacks
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2017/09/19/texas-man-admits-using-grindr-to-lure-victims-for-violent-homophobic-attacks/
From Pink News 11th Dec 2019 Teenagers sentenced to 15 years after luring men from Grindr to rob and urinate on them in "humiliating" homophobic attack. https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2019/12/11/grindr-teenage-boys-sentenced-birmingham-robbed-urinated/
You can see advice from Dorset Police here :-
http://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/15056599.Dorset_Police_issue_advice_over_use_of_dating_apps/ (posted 30/1/17)
It is of course far better to meet guys at a social group like ours in a safe and supportive environment. Swan pub every Thursday!
*********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
|
Have you found this page helpful?
We would love to know if the above has helped you. Feedback helps us to continue what we are doing - our out reach to our community. In May 2022 we produced posters & flyers to help promote this Helplines page. (On right). We will be using these at our summer events. If you know a suitable place to display our poster, feel free to copy and print the poster or use the download facility below. Or contact us by email [email protected] 
|
| ||
Some info about this page .....
Update - LGBT+ asylum and immigration. With the UK Government's decision to base an Immigration barge in Portland Port, Dorset, (Summer 2023) we felt it would be useful to sign post relevant support. You can see links to LGBT organisations that can help with asylum and immigration system above.
This page is always being updated. (Last updated 26/04/2024) So if you have info that should be added ... or removed... or updated, please let us know. (email [email protected]) This is an important service that we offer, and we are very keen to keep it relevant, local & updated. We know it is a much needed resorce for our local LGBT+ community. (We checked that all the links work on 1st May 2022).
In May 2022 we produced posters & flyers to help promote our Helplines Page here, and sent them out to many Dorset NHS and other contacts. Following that it has been great to see our posters in Doctors surgeries and local libraries.
Please remember, it is OK to seek help & support what ever you are going though. Reaching out is OK too ... and we hope the contacts above will help you. Need company / friendship? You are welcomed to join us at our weekly Weymouth Gay Group (WGG) pub meet ups. We are a not a "support group", but can help sign post you to support that may help you or a friend.
Update - LGBT+ asylum and immigration. With the UK Government's decision to base an Immigration barge in Portland Port, Dorset, (Summer 2023) we felt it would be useful to sign post relevant support. You can see links to LGBT organisations that can help with asylum and immigration system above.
This page is always being updated. (Last updated 26/04/2024) So if you have info that should be added ... or removed... or updated, please let us know. (email [email protected]) This is an important service that we offer, and we are very keen to keep it relevant, local & updated. We know it is a much needed resorce for our local LGBT+ community. (We checked that all the links work on 1st May 2022).
In May 2022 we produced posters & flyers to help promote our Helplines Page here, and sent them out to many Dorset NHS and other contacts. Following that it has been great to see our posters in Doctors surgeries and local libraries.
Please remember, it is OK to seek help & support what ever you are going though. Reaching out is OK too ... and we hope the contacts above will help you. Need company / friendship? You are welcomed to join us at our weekly Weymouth Gay Group (WGG) pub meet ups. We are a not a "support group", but can help sign post you to support that may help you or a friend.
We are always updating this page.... so if you find any of the above out of date then please let us know. Also, if you know any support groups, esp local (Dorset) ones, that we have not listed....... then please tell us! Thanks
Please make sure you check out all our other pages, lots of local lgbt events, local lgbt news, helplines and Prides in Dorset info!
This page was last updated 11/07/2024 Weymouth Gay Group 2024
email :- [email protected] X (akaTwitter) https://twitter.com/WeymouthGayGrp and some where on facebook too!
LGBT helpline 0800 612 3010 *Confidential non-judgemental support* Run by The Intercom Trust (free from UK mobiles & landlines)
