Whether you are exploring your identity, seeking resources, or looking to connect with others, you are not alone. We are here to offer a helping hand, a friendly ear, and a community where you are celebrated for exactly who you are.
How the GP surgery will support you:
- We provide a safe and open environment to ensure patients feel comfortable discussing their health needs openly
- We can support your physical and mental health needs directly or refer you onto appropriate services
Useful Resources
| Switchboard – Support line for LGBTQ+ community – Phone operators all identify as LGBTQ+ | Call: 0300 330 0630 (10am–10pm every day) Email: chris@switchboard.lgbt Or use their webchat service: https://switchboard.lgbt/ |
| National Helpline for LGBTQ+ – Helpline for anyone who has experienced anti-LGBTQ+ violence, abuse or harassment | Call: 0800 999 5428 (10am – 8:30pm, Monday to Thursday, 10am – 4:30pm Friday) Email: help@galop.org.uk Or use online chat (9:15 – 4:30, Monday – Thursday): https://www.galop.org.uk/ |
| The Lowdown Northampton – Local support service for 8 – 25 year olds, youth group, counselling and crisis line | Call: 01604 622223 Email: info@thelowdownnorthampton.co.uk Website: https://thelowdown.info/ |
| Youth Works Northampton – Support groups (Ages 17-25 in Kettering, ages 14-18 in Corby) | Website: https://www.youthworksnorthamptonshire.org.uk/ |
| Barnardo’s Positive Identities – Support for LGBTQ+ children, young people and their families | Website: https://positiveidentities.org.uk/ |
| Q Space – Community group in Daventry promoting LGBTQ+ equality and diversity | Call: 07504 508325 Email: qspacenorthampton@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QSpaceNorthants/ |
| Q Film/Q Story – Group meet-ups for LGBTQ+ film enthusiasts in Northampton | Website: https://qstorynorthampton.wordpress.com/ |