Policies
Acorn have a number of Policies which you can download below.
It is also Acorn’s policy, in keeping with its values, to be inclusive of all. In this light, we serve every individual where we meet them on their discipleship journey. We are very aware of the levels of debate, anxiety and pain which accompany the current consideration of the issue of Human Sexuality, both inside and outside the church, and within society in general. As a Christian Foundation, with its roots and practice within the Anglican Church, Acorn serves, all in the name of Christ
Referral and Signposting
Helpful organisations for further support.
At Acorn, we may not be able to offer you the full support you need, and we recommend exploring suitable professional organisations who can help you.
Samaritans
24/7 support for anyone in distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide.
Phone: 116 123 (Free)
Website: www.samaritans.org
NHS 111 Mental Health Support
For urgent but non-life-threatening mental health concerns.
Phone: 111 (Free)
Website: www.nhs.uk/mental-health
Shout
24/7 confidential crisis text support.
Text: SHOUT to 85258
Website: www.giveusashout.org
Mind
Mental health information and support.
Infoline: 0300 123 3393
Website: www.mind.org.uk
Refuge
Support for women experiencing domestic violence.
Phone: 0808 2000 247 (Free, 24/7)
Website: www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
Support for men facing crisis or suicidal thoughts.
Phone: 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight)
Website: www.thecalmzone.net
Childline
Free support for children and young people under 19.
Phone: 0800 1111
Website: www.childline.org.uk
Shelter
Help for housing and homelessness issues.
Phone: 0808 800 4444
Website: www.shelter.org.uk
Papyrus HOPELINEUK
Support for young people (under 35) with thoughts of suicide.
Phone: 0800 068 4141
Text: 07860 039967
Website: www.papyrus-uk.org