COMMUNITY SERVICES

Outhouse has supported the queer community in Colchester for more than 40 years. They offer access to counselling services, training and run a Youth Project.

 You’ll find the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Colchester Hospital at the front of the Emergency Department (A&E)

Colchester UTC is open between 7am and midnight, seven days a week.

Whatever age, gender or sexuality, ESHS provide free, confidential and non-judgemental services for everyone in Essex.

Visit their website for more information on booking appointments, order self test kits, and find out more about services available. 

 Shout is the UK's first and only free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.

Text 'Shout' to 85258

Gendered Intelligence is a trans-led registered charity that exists to increase understandings of gender diversity and improve trans people's quality of life.

 THT are the UK's leading HIV and sexual health charity. They support people living with HIV and amplify their voices, and help the people using our services to achieve good sexual health.

 Rainbow Migration is an inclusive organisation and we welcome everyone who is claiming asylum based on sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or sex characteristics. All our services are free. As a service they prioritise women, trans, intersex and non-binary people who wish to access their services.

 Open Road is an established Drug and Alcohol Recovery support charity in Essex. Open Road provides services to support individuals on their journey to recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. As well as this Open Road offers helps to individuals in the Criminal Justice sector.

Samaritans is a unqiue charity dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and disconnection that can lead to suicide. 

Samaritans can be contacted 24/7 on 116 123

Counselling Directory is a listing website for those wishing to seek a counsellor or therapist as a way of finding support in difficult times. You're able to search for specific types of counsellors/therapists and find the right person for your needs.