Search for a sexual health-related support group and organisation

SALT (Sexual Abuse Listening Therapy) South West

SALT South West we supports adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and offers a small number of sessions to 'significant others' (partners, close friends, and supporters).

Address:142 Union Street
PL1 3HL
Contact number:01752 600599

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Salvation Army - Devonport House

The Salvation Army offers a safe, supportive environment for individuals, helping them make positive choices about their current circumstances.

Address:Devonport House
24 Park Avenue
Devonport
PL1 4BA
Contact number:01752 562170

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Salvation Army - Zion House

The Salvation Army offers a safe, supportive environment for individuals, helping them make positive choices about their current circumstances.

Address:Devonport House
24 Park Avenue
Devonport
PL1 4BA
Contact number:01752 562170

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Samaritans of Plymouth, East Cornwall and South West Devon

We offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way - about whatever's getting to you. You don't have to be suicidal.

Address:20 Oxford Place
PL1 5AJ
Contact number:01752 221 666 or 116 123

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Sanctuary Housing

Sanctuary Housing operates three social or sheltered housing locations in Plymouth.

Address:21 Elliott Road
PL4 9NJ
Contact number:0800 131 3348

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Scams

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/consumerandlegaladvice/scams

Scams can be difficult to recognise, but there are things you can look out for. Reporting a scam helps track down and stop scammers. This prevents other people from being scammed. You should protect yourself from further risks, gather all the details of the scam, and report the scam to Citizens Advice.

Schizophrenia

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/healthandwellbeing/nhs/caresupport/schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a severe long-term mental health condition. It causes a range of different psychological symptoms.

School and childcare service articles

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/article/685/School-and-childcare-service-articles

School attendance and absence

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/schoolattendance

By law, parents must register children of compulsory school age in full-time education, either at a school or via other suitable arrangements that provide an appropriate education.

School SEN information reports

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/seninformationreports

All schools must publish a SEN Information Report on their website. The report should be easy to find, put together in a way that families can understand, and reviewed with families each year.

School transport for children with special needs or a medical condition

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/travellingtoschool/specialneeds

If you're a student, 16 or over, with special or medical needs and can't use public transport, we may be able to provide assistance with transport.

Schools in Plymouth

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/schools

Includes Nursery, Infant, Junior, Primary, Secondary, Key Stage 4, or Special Schools in Plymouth, plus Specialist Support Centres, ACE, colleges, and training providers.

Scope Helpline

Scope's helpline provides free, independent and impartial advice and support on issues that matter to disabled people and their families.

Contact number:0808 800 3333

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Scott Medical and Health College

Scott Medical and Healthcare College is a small college for young people aged 14 to 19 in Plymouth.

Address:Somerset Place
PL3 4BZ
Contact number:01752 987010

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ScrumKids Plymouth

ScrumKids Rugby is the home of rugby for children aged between two and eight years old.

Address:Lipson Community College
Bernice Terrace
PL4 7PG
Contact number:07772274217

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Sea Sanctuary

Sea Sanctuary is a unique mental health charity and one of the world's leading exponents of blue health, the concept that 'blue spaces', such as the sea, are beneficial for people's mental and emotional wellbeing.

Address:Waterside House
TR10 8BE
Contact number:01326 378919

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Seafarer's Link

Seafarers' Link is a project run by Community Network, a registered charity that provides telephone friendship groups to reduce loneliness and social isolation.

Contact number:0207 923 5253

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Seasonal affective disorder

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/healthandwellbeing/nhs/caresupport/seasonalaffectivedisorder

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that comes and goes in a seasonal pattern.

Seat hoists, lifts and transfer aids

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/helpinyourhome/independentliving/seathoistsliftsandtransferaids

Maintaining independence in your home often hinges on your ability to move safely and efficiently around your living space. However, age-related changes in mobility, strength, and balance can make transferring from a seated position, between locations, or in and out of the bath or shower a daunting task.

Seating

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/helpinyourhome/independentliving/seating

Within this section, you'll find information on a variety of seating solutions, equipment, and aids, all aimed at helping you sit down, get up, and helping you live life to the fullest.

Secondary (11 to 18 years old)

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/secondary

Support for children and young people in Plymouth who are in secondary school and are aged between 11 and 18 years old. Includes support for families, education, health and wellbeing, benefits, and SEND Team contact details.

Secondary Network Meeting Videos - SENCO Guide

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/sencoguide/secondarynetworkvideos

Secondary network meeting recording videos.

Secondary Schools in Plymouth

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/plymouthschools/secondary

Secondary schools provide education for children aged 11-16 years old, following on from primary school.

Seedlings Pre-School

Seedlings Pre-School is a bright and welcoming early years setting for children to grow and learn, from birth until school age.

Address:40 Hooe Road
Plymouth
PL9 9RG
Contact number:01752 491547

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Selborne Care

Selborne Care provides care and support for people with a learning disability who may have associated mental health needs and may exhibit degrees of challenging behaviour.

Address:Hillcairnie House
5 St Andrews Road
Droitwich Spa
WR9 8DJ
Contact number:01905 798247

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SEMH organisations links and resources - Graduated approach to Inclusion - SENCO Guide

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/sencoguide/graduatedapproach/semh

This section provides links to websites, documents, reports or books that provide user reviews, research, or DfE advice on identifying children and young people with mental health difficulties and planning appropriate provision.

SEND @ Poole Farm

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/communityyouthteam/sendpoolefarm

Taking place at Poole Farm, these sessions are for young people with special educational needs or disabilities.

SEND Children's Occupational Therapy Service

The Council's SEND Children's Occupational Therapy Service provides support and services to children and young people (up to age 18) and their families, with permanent, substantial and/or complex physical disabilities.

Address:Ballard House
26 West Hoe Road
PL1 3BJ
Contact number:01752 668000

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SEND complaints and mediation

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/about/complaintsmediation

It's important to understand your rights to mediation services and appeals. This guide outlines the dispute resolution process in Plymouth.

SEND consultations

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/about/senddecisionmaking/consultations

View our current consultation documents and have your say about how the Local Offer is delivered in Plymouth.

SEND decision making in Plymouth

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/about/senddecisionmaking

In Plymouth, we have a SEND Strategic Board who meet six times a year to oversee the progress of the improvement work in the City regarding children and young people with SEND.

SEND Local Offer

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer

The Local Offer explains the support and services that are available for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 0 to 25 years.

SEND Local Offer Homepage

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocalofferhome

The Local Offer explains the support and services that are available for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 0 to 25 years.

SEND organisations, links and resources - Graduated approach to Inclusion - SENCO Guide

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/sencoguide/graduatedapproach/send

This section provides links to websites, documents, reports or books that provide user reviews, research, or guidance on the efficacy of commercial programmes and resourcing.

SEND Strategic Advice and Support (SEND SAS)

The Council's SEND Strategic Advice and Support (SEND SAS) offers high quality support and advice to early years settings, schools and 14-25 providers in order to develop their practice and provision for pupils with SEND.

Address:Ballard House
26 West Hoe Road
PL1 3BJ
Contact number:01752 260256

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SEND Strategic Board

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/about/sendstrategysteeringgroup

In Plymouth, we have a SEND Strategic Board who meet six times a year to oversee the progress of the improvement work in the City regarding children and young people with SEND.

SEND Strategic Board Terms of Reference, Membership and Roles

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/about/sendstrategysteeringgrouptor

The purpose of this group is to work collaboratively across agencies, including family voice, to oversee the provision for Plymouth children with SEND, and to develop and implement the agreed SEND Strategy.

SEND Teams

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/primary/sendteams

SEND Teams that help support Plymouth's Local Offer for young people between 5 and 11 years old.

SEND Teams

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/earlyyears/sendteams

SEND Teams that help support Plymouth's Local Offer for young people between 0 and 5 years old.

SEND Teams

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/adulthood/sendteams

SEND Teams that help support Plymouth's Local Offer for young people as they prepare for adulthood.

SEND Teams

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/secondary/sendteams

SEND Teams that help support Plymouth's Local Offer for young people between 11 and 18 years old.

SEND Teams - SENCO Guide

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/sencoguide/teams

Within the Local offer, you will also find information for a number of SEND teams with the Council.

SEND Teams in Plymouth

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/about/councilcontacts

SEND Teams that help support Plymouth's Local Offer for children and young people between 0 and 25 years old.

SEND Youth Group @ City College

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/communityyouthteam/sendcitycollege

Taking place at the City College, these sessions offer people with SEND a safe, welcoming environment in which they can engage with youth workers and like-minded young people.

Senior Railcard

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/adultsocialcare/travelandtransport/seniorrailcard

With a Senior Railcard you can get 1/3 off rail fares to travel across Britain.

Sense

Supporting people who are deafblind, have sensory impairments or complex needs, to enjoy more independent lives.

Address:101 Pentonville Road
N1 9LG
Contact number:0300 330 9250

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Sensory Solutions - Improving Lives Plymouth

Sensory Solutions provides information, advice, and equipment for people of all ages with concerns about sight or hearing.

Address:156 Mannamead Road
PL3 5QL
Contact number:01752 201899

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Sensory, physical and medical needs organisations, links and resources - Graduated approach to Inclusion - SENCO Guide

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/sencoguide/graduatedapproach/sensoryphysicalmedical

This section provides links to websites, documents, reports or books that provide user reviews, research, or guidance on the efficacy of commercial programmes and resourcing.

Sentinel Healthcare Southwest

Sentinel is an NHS funded organization covering Plymouth, South East Cornwall, South Hams and West Devon. We offer assessment and treatment services for patients, plus training and development for health professionals.

Address:5 Research Way
Plymouth Science Park
Derriford
PL6 8BT
Contact number:01752 434102

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September 2021 Newsletter - Young Carers

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/plymouthyoungcarers/newsletter010921

Read the September 2021 edition of the Plymouth Young Carers newsletter.

September 2022 Newsletter - Young Carers

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/plymouthyoungcarers/newsletter010922

Read the September 2022 edition of the Plymouth Young Carers newsletter.

September 2023 Newsletter - Young Carers

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/plymouthyoungcarers/newsletter010923

Read the September 2023 edition of the Plymouth Young Carers newsletter.

Sexual health

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/healthandwellbeing/sexualhealth

Sexual health information including emergency contraception, STIs, free condoms and clinics.

Sexual Health and Relationship Drop-In Sessions

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/communityyouthteam/sexualhealthdropinsession

Taking place at various locations throughout the city, these drop-in sessions support young people with any sexual health or relationship questions or issues they might have.

Sexual Health in Plymouth (SHiP)

Sexual Health in Plymouth is a partnership between University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, Plymouth City Council, The Zone and the Eddystone Trust.

Address:Level 5
University Hospitals Plymouth Nhs Trust
Derriford Hospital
PL6 8DH
Contact number:01752 431124

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Sexual Health in Plymouth (SHiP) - The Zone Plymouth

The Zone is a specialist young person hub on Union Street in Plymouth city centre, which offers a wide range of information, advice, counselling and support services to young people.

Address:14-16 Union Street
Derrys Cross
PL1 2SR
Contact number:01752 206626

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Sexual Health in Plymouth (SHiP) at Derriford Hospital

SHiP Derriford Hospital is our main hub for STI, HIV, contraception and abortion services.

Address:Department Of Genito-Urinary Medicine
Derriford Hospital
PL6 8DH
Contact number:01752 431124

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Sexual Health in Plymouth (SHiP) at the Cumberland Centre

SHiP services at the Cumberland Centre provide contraception and testing and treatment of some STIs.

Address:Cumberland Centre
Damerel Close
Plymouth
PL1 4JZ
Contact number:01752 431124

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Sexual violence

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/stayingsafe/sexualviolence

If you're the victim of rape or sexual assault, the police and other organisations are there to help.

Sexuality and relationships

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/relationships

Friendships and relationships are an important part of everyone's life. People with a learning disability have the same rights as anyone else to express their sexuality and have personal and sexual relationships if they want to.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/healthandwellbeing/sexualhealth/sti

If you're worried you have got an STI, go for a check-up at a sexual health clinic as soon as you can.

Seymour House Youth Service - Hamoaze House

Seymour House provide support for young people across the city who are excluded from school or who are at risk of exclusion.

Address:Hamoaze House
Mount Wise Garrison
Cumberland Road
PL1 4JQ
Contact number:01752 566100

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Shakespeare Primary School

Shakespeare Primary School is for young people from reception to year 6 within Honicknowle, Plymouth. We also have a nursery unit for three- to four-year-olds.

Address:Shakespeare Primary School
400 Honicknowle Lane
PL5 3JU
Contact number:01752 312048

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Shared Lives

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/housingandcarehomes/sharedlives

Shared Lives is a care and support service for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health issues, and dementia. It is an alternative to supported living or residential care. Share your home, share your life.

Shared Lives South West

Shared Lives is all about one household sharing their lives, families, home, interests, experience and skills with other people who need some help and support.

Address:Suite 3
Zealley House
Greenhill Way
TQ12 3SB
Contact number:01626 360170

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Shekinah Mission

The Shekinah Mission's drop-in centre provides a range of services for homeless, addicted, socially excluded, and vulnerable adults.

Address:Stonehouse Community Centre
Kings Road
Devonport
PL1 3SF
Contact number:01752 203480

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Shelter (Plymouth and Devon)

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support, and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help.

Address:Ernest English House
Buckwell Street
PL1 2DA
Contact number:0344 515 1880

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Shopping support using assistive aids and technology

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/housingandcarehomes/helpinyourhome/assistivetechnology/shopping

Feeling comfortable and confident enough to be able to do your own shopping is important to many people. However, the experience of shopping in a large supermarket can be daunting and can cause anxiety. One way to combat this is to use a shopping app to shop online so that you may still choose what products you are purchasing.

Short breaks for your disabled child

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/shortbreaks

A Short Break can range from two hours, a day activity, overnight, or longer depending on the circumstances and needs of the child or young person and their family. It can be time spent away from the home, in the community, or in the home with or without the main carer.

Short breaks statement

https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/shortbreaksstatement

This Short Breaks Statement will provide parents and carers of children and young people with disabilities, aged 0-18 living in the city, information about short breaks and how to access them.

Shout for support in a crisis

Shout is the UK's first free 24/7 text service for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It's a place to go if you're struggling to cope and you need immediate help.

Contact number:Text Shout to 85258

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Shuropody Plymouth

At Shuropody, we're invested in your comfort. That's why we sell and produce a wide selection of intelligent and innovative footwear and foot care solutions that will help enhance your health and wellbeing - leaving you feeling fabulous from your feet and beyond!

Address:74 Cornwall Street
City Centre
PL1 1LR
Contact number:01752 664433

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Sibs

Sibs provides support for brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults from 7 years old through to adult siblings, parents or carers, and professionals.

Address:26 Mallard View
BD22 9JZ
Contact number:01535 645453

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