Time Out Art Group The Art Group will be starting November 5th at the Orangebox and will be every Monday 3.30-5pm. This group is referral only so you may refer somebody or you can refer yourself. The sessions will include: cartoons, sketchbook making, glasswork, paper crafts, textiles, printing, drawing. No need to have any artistic skill or experience, just come along to relax and enjoy yourself. Email timeout@healthymindscalderdale.co.uk for a referral form. Identity LGBTQ Youth Group Identity offer 1:1 confidential support and advice to young people regarding sexuality and gender identity and a safe space for young people to be themselves and make new friends. We offer a range of activities, chosen by the young people, from discussion groups and film nights to cooking and pool. Identity is a weekly LGBTQ youth group in Halifax for young people aged 12-18 and is part of the Barnardo's Positive Identities Project in Calderdale. You can self-refer or have a professional or family contact the service either by phone, text or email. Contact: positive.identities@barnardos.org.uk Kate: 07867 644696 Robin: 07922 574185 Callum: 07584385539 Which Way Up 12 week emotional wellbeing course for young people starting in Calderdale. Contact Melanie Juma on 01422 883880- 07854041583 Kooth.com A provider of online mental health services for children, young people and adults. Kooth, from XenZone, is an online counselling and emotional well-being platform for children and young people, accessible through mobile, tablet and desktop and free at the point of use. YPAS YPAS is a free confidential service to help young people aged 16-21 find and maintain accommodation. Also offers advice on claiming benefits, accessing training and employment, advice around childcare etc. Text SUPPPORT to 07823 349980 The service is open every Monday to Friday, 2pm – 4pm. Clients are given advice and support on housing, substance misuse, mental health, budgeting and training and employment. Our office has computers for clients to build their CVs, look for work and bid on properties. A meeting room and two interview rooms are also available. Clients are supported to access grants in addition to training and education. We have access to some accommodation and a bond scheme to support clients in. www.hortonhousing.co.uk/tag/calderdale/ Youth Works Youth Works is located in the Orange Box, Halifax in Halifax town centre. It is a safe space for young people aged 13-25 to come along, 'chill out', listen to music, access the internet or have a brew. The drop-in is always staffed by youth workers who can offer advice, information, support or guidance on the whole range of issues that affect young people. The drop in is open weekdays from 3.30 pm to 5.45 pm.
