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University can be an incredibly challenging period of time, whatever your prior experiences may be. It is normal to experience poor mental health at some point during your student journey and Beds SU encourages you to reach out for support as soon as possible.  Below are details of some trusted support services both within and beyond the University. If you still have questions or would like to discuss mental health support further, or if one of these worked well for you and you'd like to pass this on to others in a similar position, please contact help@bedssu.co.uk. IN AN EMERGENCY: if you/someone else is at risk of immediate harm, call 999 University Services  Counselling - read more about their work here Counselling@beds.ac.uk  Mental Health Team - read more about their work here mentalhealth@beds.ac.uk  National Services (available 24 hours a day) National Health Service (NHS) - call 111 If you are concerned about your own or someone else'...

What is a Food Bank? Food banks are community organisations that can help if you can’t afford the food you need. You’ll usually need to get a referral to a food bank before you can use it. This includes all food banks run by the Trussell Trust. You can get a referral for yourself and any family members you live with - including your partner. You might be able to use some food banks without a referral - for example, if it’s run by a church. Contact your local food bank to see if you need a referral.  Luton Food Bank  Anyone who finds that they're unable to cope with food costs can access Luton Foodbanks.  You will need a voucher to claim food parcels.  An advisor will refer you if you qualify for a voucher. Contact by emailing advisors@lutonfoodbank.org.uk or calling 01582 725838 (Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4pm)  Advisors can assess your situation and arrange food parcels where appropriate. Advisors can also signpost you to other organisations for advice on debt, housing, ...

What is a Food Bank? Food banks are community organisations that can help if you can’t afford the food you need. You’ll usually need to get a referral to a food bank before you can use it. This includes all food banks run by the Trussell Trust. You can get a referral for yourself and any family members you live with - including your partner. You might be able to use some food banks without a referral - for example, if it’s run by a church. Contact your local food bank to see if you need a referral.   Bedford Food Banks Bedford Food Bank Bedford Homeless Partnership  Please Note:  Every effort has been made to ensure that the above information is up to date and active at the time of promotion.   To manage your expectations we would strongly urge you to make contact with these organisations before you visit to avoid any potential disappointment.

What is a Food Bank? Food banks are community organisations that can help if you can’t afford the food you need. You’ll usually need to get a referral to a food bank before you can use it. This includes all food banks run by the Trussell Trust.   You can get a referral for yourself and any family members you live with - including your partner. You might be able to use some food banks without a referral - for example, if it’s run by a church. Contact your local food bank to see if you need a referral. Please Note:  Every effort has been made to ensure that the above information is up to date and active at the time of promotion.   To manage your expectations we would strongly urge you to make contact with these organisations before you visit to avoid any potential disappointment. Find a Food Bank near you.....   Food Cycle  Trussell Trust    

Contacts within the University: Accommodation CLV (24 hour reception) 07808770659 Homes for Students 01423 855960 Chaplaincy treehouse@beds.ac.uk Student Support Support for when you return after Christmas https://www.beds.ac.uk/student-support/   Emergency out of hours- mental health and wellbeing Crisis cafés- if you live outside of the areas listed below, Google “Crisis Café in (name of town/city)” for your nearest café. Crisis Café Luton The café provides support and a safe place for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis The café is at Mind BLMK, 46-56 Dumfries Street, Luton, LU1 5BP and is open from 5-11pm every day of the week, 365 days of the year. This is a walk in service.  crisiscafe@mind-blmk.org.uk 01525 722 225 Crisis Café Bedford The café provides support and a safe place for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis The café is at Florence Ball House on Bedford Health Village, Kimbolton Road and is open from 5-11p...