Endometriosis UK
Their support network offers those affected by endometriosis access to a helpline, support groups, an online community and a website chat service
Helplines and support services
We currently do not offer a helpline or access to support services. The page below contains links to support provided by other charities and organisations.
If you need medical advice, contact your GP.
Period support
Verity PCOS
Peer support is very important when dealing with PCOS. You can access support through Verity PCOS support network of Facebook groups
PCOS Relief
Provides support groups, resources, and information to women with PCOS
British Fibroid Trust
Provides fact sheets, jargon busters and resources available in different languages
The Endometriosis Foundation
From online communities to advice from getting the most from your clinician
Adenomyosis Support UK
A Facebook group that provides support to those suffering with adenomyosis
Mental health support
Samaritans
If your mental health is affected you can get support from Samaritans, who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
CALM
Provides support on the phone, however if you prefer not to speak on the phone, you can contact CALM on their website chat service.
Shout
If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text Shout for support. They offer a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help
Nightline
If you're a student, you can look on the website to see if your university or college offers a night-time listening service. Nightline phone operators are all students too
Switchboard
If you identity as LGBT+ you can contact switch for mental health support on the phone or by email. The phone operators all identify as LGBT+
The Mix
If you are under 25, you can contact The Mix on the phone or request mental health support by email
Young Minds
Offers practical tips and advice from young people for young people.
Mind
Making sure everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect. From crisis resources to helplines, Mind offers a variety of support
Gynaecological cancer support
Jo's Trust
If you, or a loved one has been affected by cervical cancer or cervical cell changes (abnormal cells), Jo's Trust offers both online and face-to-face support as well as opportunities to talk to and meet others in a similar situation
Eve Appeal
Their support network offers people the chance to talk to a trained gynae specialist nurse on the phone or by email
Target Ovarian Cancer
Support is offered the support events, local support groups, an online community, professional services and a helpline
Ovacome
You can get support from Ovacome through a variety of channels such as their email, or support line, online Ovarian cancer forum, online talks, and support groups. Ovacome, also provide support materials in different languages
Ovarian Cancer Action
Provides information and advice to help guide people from diagnosis, through to treatment and beyond
Go Girl
Helps to support women with gynaecological cancers, raise awareness of these diseases and campaign for earlier diagnostics and improved treatments
Cancer Research UK
From symptoms through to diagnosis and treatment. Support is offered through their nurse helpline, Cancer Chat forum and information pages
Macmillan
From an online community to Macmillan nurses; support is offered for the different stages of cancer
Infertility and miscarriage support
Complete Fertility Group
Their infertility Support Group brings together anyone currently experiencing infertility who would like to meet with others, to share information and experiences and for mutual support and understanding
Tommy's
Tommy’s Pregnancy Hub provides email support and access to resources; covering the different stages pregnancy, prep term support and baby loss. They also offer a support service for black and black mixed heritage women, which is staffed by midwives
Sands
Offering a safe space for grief and some where to find support. Some people may be happy to talk, others might take comfort from quietly reading about others experiences, while some may prefer to meet face to face and share their experience. Sands, also offers support for family members and different cultural communities.
Petals
Offering free of charge specialist counselling to anyone who has experienced pregnancy or baby loss.
Maternity Action
Discover more about your rights at work, through an email and helpline service
Miscarriage Association
Offers support and information through a helpline, live chat, online support and support groups to anyone affected by miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy or molar pregnancy
Fertility Network UK
They provide a number of fertility groups as well as a support line. Which is run by former fertility nurses
British Infertility Counselling Association
Provides a directory of accredited therapists with options including telephone and Skype counselling
Cruse Bereavement Care
Helping people understand their grief and cope with their loss. They have a helpline and a network of local branches where you can find support
Perimenopause or menopause support
Menopause Cafe
A charity that runs pop-up events, organised by volunteers in cafes and in workplaces, where people meet to talk about the menopause. Menopause Cafes are inclusive events, open to anyone interested in the menopause: all genders and all ages. The charity also hosts the world’s only Menopause Festival
Daisy Network
Information and support for women who go through premature menopause, before the age of 40
Latte Lounge
A online community for women aged over 40 to find resources on the menopause
Violence against women and girls
Women's Aid
Help for all aspects of domestic abuse such as women’s housing and safety planning. Women's Aid, also offer a live chat service, email support and a supportive community
Refuge
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse of any kind, Refuge is here to support. They offer refuges and support in the community. As well as culturally specific services
Solace Women's Aid
Offering free advice and support to women and children in London to build safe and strong lives
Rape Crisis
Provides lots of information and support that might help. You are not alone.
Victim Support
Dedicated to helping anyone affected by crime – not just victims and witnesses, but friends, family and anyone else caught up in the aftermath.