Pieces of My Life AUDIENCE RESOURCES

Pieces of My Life contains themes of grief and death, racism against black people, racist abuse and mental health challenges.

For support with any of the issues raised in this show, please find resources below in written English and BSL, with options for text and phone contact.

Mental Health

Shout - the UK's 24/7 free, confidential Crisis Text Service for anyone who is struggling to cope

Samaritans - the UK’s 24/7 free, confidential Crisis Talk Service for anyone who is struggling to cope

SignHealth - information about their Psychological Therapy Service

Mind - the UK’s mental health charity

Talk Club - a UK men’s mental health charity. Free peer-to-peer talking events in person (UK-wide) as well as online sessions and low-cost group therapies.

SignHealth - resources in BSL about post-traumatic stress disorder

Grief & Bereavement

Young Minds - Grief and Loss - a guide for young people

SignHealth - resources in BSL for people experiencing grief and bereavement

This Mortal Life - A North Somerset charity that aims to cultivate spaces that invite exploration of what it means to live, grieve, belong and care for one another, whilst challenging the systems that disconnect us.

Racism

Stop Hate UK - A UK charity supporting the reporting of hate crimes and supporting access to emotional support and advocacy services. To use their BSL interpreter service, click here

Black Minds Matter (Resources) - information about finding a therapist, talking about mental health at home, where to turn for immediate support, as well as think pieces on their blog page ‘ Black Thoughts Matter’.

SARI (Stand Against Racism and Inequality) - A Bristol-based charity supporting those who have experienced a hate crime to access support and services for their well-being