Student welfare for the chaplains includes helping students to settle down at University and to benefit personally and professionally from their time here. This will involve visiting them in their accommodation from time to time. In particular, the chaplains wish to be of assistance during crises or with any problems, e.g. alcohol and drug addiction, relationships, pregnancies, bereavements, study and exam pressures. In other words, the role of the chaplains is one of friendship, listening and support. Chaplains can be contacted day or night.
Students are welcome to drop into the chaplaincy for a chat and a cuppa, or for counselling.
Solicitors, the Citizens Advice Bureau and specialist advice agencies will all help where they can. There are many external support agencies listed on the useful contacts section. If you can't find a suitable number or aren't sure where to begin, contact the Students' Union Welfare Service for a referral or advice. Remember there are a great number of people available to help. You don't need to go it alone if things get tough use some of these resources to your advantage.