Sheffield Children and Adolescents Mental Health Service

SCFT/Rethink have published a freephone telephone number (0808 8010612). The helpline is running as a partnership between SCFT and Rethink Mental Illness. The mission of the Sheffield 24/7 under 18s helpline is to provide emotional support, advice and signposting for the children and young people of Sheffield. This service is run 365 days a year, including Christmas and bank holidays. This helpline is funded to support children and young people living in Sheffield, and/or registered with GPs in this area. It covers all ages up to 18. Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria Appropriate for support: Children and young people up to 18 Key issue is general emotional wellbeing Willingness to talk over the phone Keen to receive support and information on various services in the city that could support their needs The phoneline is NOT available for young people needing the following: To receive help in a crisis or emergency situation Medical advice on mental health support Medical prescriptions To speak with their designated worker at CAMHS To make a complaint about mental health services