Support Services
For nearly two decades Hart Gables have been providing support to hundreds of LGBTQ+ people. Through one-to-one support and group sessions the team aim to improve the emotional wellbeing of people accessing the service.
(All staff are DBS checked and hold mandatory safeguarding and child protection qualifications)
Support for Adults
One to one support and advocacy for adults
We can provide face to face appointments in one of our office locations, a community venue or via zoom.
To access this support you can contact us or refer yourself using the link below. A professional can also refer you with your permission.
She’s OUT & We are OUT
When: First Tuesday of each month, 6pm – 8pm
Where: Various local venues across Teesside and East Durham
Suitable for:
• Women and non-binary people comfortable in a women’s space (sessions alternate monthly)
• All LGBTQ+ community members
She’s OUT & We are OUT is a monthly group aimed at helping the LGBTQ+ community engage in physical activity across Teesside and East Durham. Sessions alternate each month to provide inclusive opportunities for all.
For session details and dates, contact: info@hartgables.org.uk
Wellbeing Wednesday Virtual Group
When: Every Wednesday, 6pm
Where: Zoom, contact us for the meeting link.
Suitable for: all LGBTQ+ people aged 18 and over.
Cloud 9 Middlesbrough Group
When: Every Wednesday, 1pm – 3pm
Where: North Ormesby Community Hub, 2 Derwent Street, Middlesbrough, TS3 6JB.
Suitable for: all LGBTQ+ people aged 18 and over.
True Colours East Durham Group
When: Every Friday, 1pm – 3pm
Where: Arts Cafe, East Durham Trust, Community House, Yoden Road, Peterlee, SR8 5DP
Suitable for: all LGBTQ+ people aged 18 and over.
Welcome Hope
When: Every other Friday, 1pm – 3pm
Where: Newtown Community Resource Centre
Suitable for: LGBTQ+ individuals seeking asylum (adult group)
Welcome Hope offers a safe space to share experiences and receive emotional support throughout your asylum journey.
For session details and dates, contact: andrew.towers@hartgables.org.uk
Support for Young people & Families
One to one support for young people and families
We can provide face to face appointments in one of our office locations, a community venue, schools, colleges or via zoom.
To access this support you can contact us or refer yourself and/or your child using the link below. A professional can also refer with permission.
Stockton Youth Group*:
When: Every Monday, 4pm – 6pm
Where: Innovation Hub, Newtown Community Resource Centre, Durham Road, Stockton on Tees, TS19 0DE
Suitable for: all LGBTQ+ youth between the ages of 11-16.
Hartlepool Youth Group*:
When: Every Friday, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Where: Rossmere Youth Centre, Rossmere Way, Hartlepool, TS25 5EB
Suitable for: all LGBTQ+ youth between the ages of 13-19, this group is run by Hart Gables & Hartlepool Borough Council.
*Please Note: these groups do not run on bank holidays.
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Make a referral for one to one support
We are a support service with limited opening hours, we are not an emergency service. If we are closed and you need urgent support, you can contact the following:
Samaritans – 116 123
Text SHOUT – 85258
999 – if you or others are in immediate danger
111 – for urgent healthcare needs
You can find more about what to do in a crisis on the MIND website.