Programme Related Support Organisations
In this section you can find support for:
- Programme Specific Support
- Organisations who have featured in or worked on programmes
Alternatively for a list of all support topics please visit our main menu
PROGRAMME SPECIFIC SUPPORT
(by transmission date newest to oldest)
Hollyoaks - chest binding storyline
Support for anyone affected by this storyline can be found on the Sexuality and Gender page, specifically through Mermaids, Gendered Intelligence and LGBT Foundation.
Big Mood
Below is support information for Big Mood, with further information available for Self-Harm, all aspects of Mental Health concerns, Hardship and money concerns, Fertility Concerns and Family Choices including pregnancy options, with all other support found via the Main Support Menu.
Samaritans
If you’re feeling emotionally distressed and need someone to talk to, you can phone at any time of day or night.
Helpline: 116 123 (lines open 24 hours, free and does not appear on telephone billing)
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Bipolar UK
Bipolar UK offer a range of services for anyone affected by bipolar and associated illnesses.
Email: info@bipolaruk.org.uk
Mind - Depression and Self-Harm
Mind provide an information service for all aspects of mental health, which includes depression and self-harm. Local branches of MIND can be found online or by calling the helpline.
Helpline: 0300 123 3393 (lines open Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm)
Email: info@mind.org.uk
A Paedophile In My Family: Surviving Dad
Below is support information for A Paedophile in my Family: Surviving Dad.
Further support for the families of survivors and information for anyone wishing to prevent harmful sexual behaviour can be found by on the Child Abuse Page
National Association for People Abused in Childhood - NAPAC
Providing confidential help and support with recovery, no matter when the abuse took place.
Helpline: 0808 801 0331 (lines open Monday - Thursday 10am - 9pm, Friday 10am - 6pm)
Email: support@napac.org.uk
NSPCC
NSPCC provide confidential advice to anyone worried about the safety or welfare of a child. Services are available in several languages, as well as for deaf and hard of hearing people.
Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm)
Email: help@nspcc.org.uk
Samaritans
If you’re feeling emotionally distressed and need someone to talk to, you can phone at any time of day or night.
Helpline: 116 123 (lines open 24 hours, free and does not appear on telephone billing)
Email: jo@samaritans.org
First transmission 31 May 2023
In the Footsteps of Killers
Below is support information for In The Footsteps Of Killers
Support information for Child Abuse, Drugs Bereavement and Victims of Crime can be found via the Main Support Menu.
Missing People
Missing people provide support and advice to missing people, as well as concerned families and friends.
Helpline: 116 000 (lines open every day 9am – 11pm)
Text: 116 000
Email: 116000@missingpeople.org.uk
If you would like to offer new information on the following cases please use the contact details provided:
Vishal Mehrotra - https://www.sussex.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/ or call 101 quoting Operation Moor.
Deborah Wood - call 101 and contact the West Yorkshire Police Cold Case Team.
Tina Bell - call 101 and contact the Cleveland Police Cold Cast Team.
For any other information regarding crimes not listed please contact
CrimeStoppers
Anyone who would like to report a crime but are uncomfortable going directly to the police can call CrimeStoppers. Crimes can be reported in confidence and anonymously; calls are not traced.
Helpline: 0800 555 111 (lines open 24 hours)
First transmission 12 January 2023
Undercover Sexual Harassment - The Truth : Statistics and Sources
1 in 4 women* (24%) surveyed have been followed on a night out
1 in 10 women* surveyed have had their drink spiked on a night out
All UK females who consent to the survey (1069)
** All UK females who consent to the survey and consent to answer personal experience with sexual assault (1017)
Editor's note:
All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2076 adults, of which 1,118 women consented to taking the survey. Fieldwork was undertaken between 18th - 20th November 2022. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all UK adults (aged 18+).
71% of women in the UK surveyed have experienced some form of sexual harassment in a public space
(UN Women UK/YouGov, March 2021)
First transmission 12 December 2022
Super Surgeons: A Chance At Life
Below is support information for Super Surgeons: A Chance at Life:
Macmillan Cancer Support
If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, Macmillan offer support. This includes help paying bills, information about different cancer types and treatment.
Additional information about secondary cancer
Helpline: 0808 808 0000 (lines open every day 8am - 8pm)
Further support advice for Cancer, Bereavement and End of Life Care can be found via the Main Support Menu.
First transmission 18 July 2022
Davina McCall: Sex, Mind And The Menopause
Below is a collection of organisations offering support information for Davina McCall: Sex, Mind & The Menopause.
Samaritans
If you’re feeling emotionally distressed and need someone to talk to, you can phone at any time of day or night.
Helpline: 116 123 (lines open 24 hours, free and does not appear on telephone billing)
Email: jo@samaritans.org
The Menopause Charity
Information and advice on the menopause.
Balance Menopause
Inclusive support for the menopause, accessible to all women, and trans and non-binary people.
Women’s Health Concern
The patient section of the British Menopause Society providing advice, information and reassurance.
Menopause - NHS
Information on the symptoms and possible treatments.
Trekstock
Supporting young adults with cancer
First transmission 2nd May 2022
Leaving Neverland: Michael Jackson and Me
Support for Suicidal Feelings, Depression, Child Abuse, Mental Health and Alcohol can be found via the Main Support Menu
First TX: March 2019
Organisations who have featured in or worked on programmes
APDO UK
The website of The Association of Professional Declutterers and Organisers (UK) contains a searchable list of members working across the UK.
Autistica
Working in partnership with other organisations Autistica is a charity that funds and campaigns for research into autism.
Dementia Care Matters
Dementia Care Matters provide consultancy, learning development, training resources and practice based research.
Dope Black Dads
Dope Black Dads is a digital safe space for fathers who wish to discuss their experiences of being black, a parent and masculinity in the modern world.
Emergency Helicopter Medics -
Air Ambulances UK, Great North Air Ambulance, The Air Ambulance Service, East Anglian Air Ambulance, Thames Valley Air Ambulance , Essex and Herts Air Ambulance
Film and TV Charity
Supporting anyone who works in film, TV or cinema.
Helpline: 0800 054 00 00
Merseyside Society for Deaf People (MSDP)
Advancing equality for people with hearing loss across Merseyside. Providing specialist services in a range of communication methods for people who are D/Deaf, Deaf-blind or hard of hearing.
Naz and Matt Foundation – London
Working to support LGBTQI individuals, their friends and families when religion based homophobia is affecting their lives.
Own Merit
Helping those leaving the prison system.
RSPCA
The UK's largest animal welfare charity, aiming to rescue and care for all animals.
Safecall is a whistleblowing service provider, helping organisations establish a safe and confidential reporting system.
Telephone: 0800 915 1571
SARSAS
Support for anyone over 13 who may be affected by rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse.
Helpline: 0808 801 0456 (check website for opening hours)
Email: support@sarsas.org.uk
South Essex Wildlife Hospital
Providing veterinary care and rehabilitation for wildlife.