Sidekick is a confidential helpline for Young Carers aged 13-18 in the UK. Message us about anything that’s bothering you.

What can you help me with?

Lots of things!

• Listen when things feel tough.
• Talk about your responsibilities at home and what could help.
• Help with making phone calls, filling out forms or speaking to professionals.
• Support you with relationship worries with friends or family.
• Look for extra support for you.

You can ask us anything you like – it will be confidential and there will never be any judgement from us.

Text: 07888 868 059

Email:  sidekick@actionforchildren.org.uk

Website for more information:  https://sidekick.actionforchildren.org.uk/?_ga=2.214991954.496035261.1690807490-334389331.1690537148

Our opening hours

• Monday – 12.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
• Tuesday – 9.30 am to 4.30 pm.
• Wednesday – 9.30 am to 4.30 pm.
• Thursday – 12.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
• Friday – 9.30 am to 4 pm.

We aim to reply within 24 hours during these hours. If we’re offline when you message, we’ll get back to you when we reopen.

Need urgent help? If you’re worried about your safety, call Childline on 0800 1111. If you need mental health support, text SHOUT on 85258. If you need urgent help from the police or a hospital, dial 999 from any phone.