Address:

PO Box 169
Edinburgh
EH3 6SG

Phone:

0131 556 8997

Fax:

0131 556 8997

Helpline:

0131 556 4049 (Nightly 7.30-10pm)

Email:

help.switchboard@btconnect. com

Website:

http://www.lgls.co.uk

What the group does:

Lothian Gay & Lesbian Switchboard provides emotional support, information and non-directive advice, in confidence and anonymity, for any gay man or woman experiencing issues because of their sexuality, or for anyone questioning their sexuality. The service also extends to their friends and family. Support is offered by telephone, email and through correspondence. Sexual health promotion, remote crime reporting and signposting to other agencies are also offered. They also run an Icebreakers group for people recently come out or new to the area.

Areas covered:

Scotland

Who the group mainly works with:

All LGBT people, their friends and families

Main activities:

Counselling
Information
Social and Cultural
Sexual Health                         Mental Health and Wellbeing
Support                                Volunteering                             Community Development

Resources:

Information
Training delivery
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