Support for Traumatic Experiences: Following the recent synagogue event
We are saddened by the antisemitic terror attack in Crumpsall at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation during Yom Kippur last week. Our thoughts and care are with all individuals affected, their families and the Jewish community. We recognise that all directly impacted and the wider Jewish community need our solidarity and will be feeling scared, angry and unsure right now.
This attack is made even more difficult within the wider national and international context, which can increase fear and uncertainty across many communities. So we want to take a moment to reaffirm that 42nd Street and The Horsfall will remain a space that welcomes all young people who need our support from diverse backgrounds, identities, and faiths. We recognise that your mental health and personal difficulties can be made worse by the health, social, cultural and economic inequalities and inequities that you might experience, and it is more important than ever that you feel they can access services where you feel listened to, valued, included, safe and unique.
We are in touch with community organisations and networks across GM as part of a coordinated response and will continue to be vigilant and monitor any emerging impacts on mental health and young people to ensure we can provide the support and responses that will most benefit them.
If you are impacted by recent events or are supporting someone who is, we have put together various resources, services and helplines below:
Need Help Now:
- If you are concerned you may harm yourself, you can contact the emergency services (999) or the NHS on 111 or get yourself to your nearest A&E department.
- The Samaritans provide confidential 24 hours telephone support on 116 123 for a range of difficulties. More information is at www.samaritans.org
- Childline: Under 18’s can call 0800 1111 or chat online 24 hours a day. www.childline.org.uk
- The Hopeline is open 24 hours for any young people experiencing suicidal thoughts on 0800 068 4141 and you can visit them at papyrus-uk.org
- Shout operate a 24/7 crisis support service, just text SHOUT to 85258, free on most UK Networks. www.giveusashout.org
- Mind: Call their Infoline on 0300 123 3393 or text 86463 to ask about support groups and services near you.
- Jami UK provides support for young people and adults from the Jewish Community: https://jamiuk.org/get-support/
Reach out for longer term support at 42nd Street:
Resources:
Young People
- 42nd Street | What is trauma |
- Young Minds: Trauma and PTSD
- Grounding Techniques
- Support for young people and students after a significant event
- GM Integrated Partnership: Trauma resources
Adults
- Mind goes into much more detail about trauma, its effects, tips on supporting yourself and advice for family and friends.
- GM Integrated Partnership: Trauma resources
Adults, youth workers and health professionals supporting young people:
- Ensuring a Culturally Sensitive Response: Key information on Jewish Culture and Holy Days
- Discussing Hate Crimes with Young People
- Talking to Children about Terror attacks
- Support For Youth Workers
- Supporting a young person after the recent synagogue terror attack
- Supporting young people over 18 following a significant incident
- GM Integrated Partnership: Trauma resources
