Switchboard (Brighton and Hove)
Description of service
Telephone helpline operating from 5pm each evening offering information and support to lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered people and to anyone affected by gender and sexuality identity issues. Callback service out of hours. Also offers an LGBT hate crime reporting service in association with Sussex Police and referral to the face-to-face counselling service. The helpline is delivered by volunteers. Developing the service to include webchat and other forms of contact.
Key Focus
Helpline and services for the LGBT community
Age Range
All ages
Opening Times
Monday to Friday, 5pm-9pm
Saturday and Sunday 5pm-7pm
Area Of Operation
Brighton, Hove, East Sussex, West Sussex
Charges
Cost of telephone call
Referral Method
Self referral
Registered Charity Number
1088133
Registered Company Number
3920445