Here is a glossary of key contacts to support you when you need it. This directory also has a great list of contacts for a range of subjects: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/csmh/assets/csmh-mhpss-refugee-migrant-directory-v2-june22.pdf
Libraries have more than just books to borrow, they have free computer access, language classes, employment advice and more - www.gov.uk/local-library-services
Volunteering can help you gain and skills and confidence while you’re waiting for a decision.
There are restrictions on paid work while having an active asylum claim, information is here: righttoremain.org.uk/applying-for-permission-to-work-asylum
If you receive a positive decision and want to find work you can get support here: www.gov.uk/ contact-jobcentre-plus
Getting legal advice can be helpful throughout your asylum claim, it may take time but you can find out how here: I need immigration advice - Liberty libertyhumanrights.org.uk
Whether you are claiming asylum on the grounds of your sexuality or gender identity, or other reasons, you can access support as a LGBTQ+ asylum seeker here: Contact us - Micro Rainbow: www.microrainbow.org/contact-us/
Having lived through difficult times it can be tempting to use drugs or alcohol to feel better. If you are concerned about your relationship between drugs and alcohol you can get advice here: Alcohol and drug advice and info from Change Grow Live: https://www.changegrowlive.org/ advice-info/alcohol-drugs
Smoking can damage our physical health in the long term, get help to quit here:
If you have any concerns about the safety of yourself or others to report please contact your hotel receptionist, or migrant help via the portal or phoneline ellis.custhelp.com or call 0808 8010 503. You can also talk to outreach workers and caseworkers.