WELFARE AT ROBINSON
The Welfare team is here to support you as much or as little as you need. The team is split into several dedicated roles (Welfare, Women's, Men's, LGBT+, BME, Mental Health and Disabled Students, and Overseas Students) and hopefully you'll feel comfortable approaching someone on the team if you need help.
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Cambridge can be an overwhelming place, so a large part of the RCSA welfare teams role is running regular welfare events all year round. These events (think cakes, dogs and everything else wholesome) allow you just to take a minute out of your day and pause. Your welfare should always be your priority, and we're here to help with that. As a team, we will also be holding discussions and events with a more educational or political basis, with the aim of us all learning from each other to reach a better understanding of how best to support one another.
THE WELFARE OFFICER
I’m Amelie Bromnick (she/her) and the welfare officer at Robinson College. I lead the college welfare team and act as communication between students and the college on welfare concerns. I run weekly drop-in sessions and am always available if people need to get in touch to chat about any of their concerns. As well as running welfare-based events in college I also keep the welfare cupboard stocked with emergency sexual health supplies.
KEY CONTACTS
THE RCSA WELFARE TEAM
We are always here to help and we keep everything you say confidential. The RCSA works with CUSU to ensure that all of our welfare team can offer impartial advice and signpost students to the best sources of help. We all have designated drop-in sessions every week where you can come and see us, and you can always message us.
YOUR TUTOR
Your tutor is there to support you. If you have any concerns, especially in exam season, your tutor is there to help you. If for any reason you do not get on well with your assigned tutor or would feel more comfortable discussing things with someone else, it is perfectly fine for you to change tutor. E-mail David Woodman or myself to help you do this.
THE COLLEGE NURSE
Our college nurse, Kim, is always a good first port of call whenever you're concerned about your mental or physical health. You can book an appointment with her via the link below. You can also email Kim to discuss your needs (kf340@robinson.cam.ac.uk) ob.rushcliff.com
THE CHAPLAIN
Simon Perry is often a popular source of support who will happily chat to you regarding any problems or issues you might be experiencing. You do not have to be of a Christian faith or any faith to contact him for help; he is another source for general pastoral support. chaplain@robinson.cam.ac.uk
THE PORTERS
The Porters are always looking out for students, many of them have been here for extended periods of time seeing many students come and go. If you feel panicked or worried about something or are unsure of what to do the porters are always there 24/7 and will never turn you away if looking for help. You can call the Porters office on 01223 339100.
YOUR GP
If you want a second opinion or wish to talk with a professional for guidance you can always book an appointment with your GP. If you've registered with the Newnham Walk surgery this can be done online. www.newnhamwalksurgery.nhs.uk
COLLEGE-BASED COUNSELLOR
Whatever your difficulty, out college counsellor, Jacqui, is here to listen and help you explore your concerns in a safe and confidential setting. Please book an appointment using the link below. Full Term, Thursdays, 9-5pm
www.counselling.cam.ac.uk
USEFUL RESOURCES
STUDENT ADVICE SERVICE
The student advice service offers free, confidential, and impartial support to all Cambridge University students . You can go to them with any issues that you have - whether personal or academic.
01223 746999
www.studentadvice.cam.ac.uk
advice@studentadvice.cam.ac.uk
17 Mill Lane, Cambridge
STUDENT MINDS' SUPPORT GUIDE
Student Minds is a charity with the aim of supporting student Mental Health and normalising discussion on the topic. This is an amazing website for finding the right support in Cambridge.
www.findsupportcam.com
NIGHTLINE
Nightline is an independent listening, support and information service run for and by students. It aims to provide every student with the opportunity to talk to someone in confidence.
01865 270270
linkline.org.uk
BREAKING THE SILENCE
This is the University's campaign against sexual abuse, harassment and misconduct. This website has all the information, including the Sexual Harassment form and an anonymous form. Both myself and the Women's officer have training to help if this affects you.
www.breakingthesilence.cam.ac.uk
UNIVERSITY COUNSELLING SERVICE
Staffed by a team of trained and accredited counsellors and therapists the UCS offers free advice and counselling to students and staff of the university. The UCS offers one on one sessions as well as group classes.
01223 332865
www.counselling.cam.ac.uk
2-3 Bene't Place, Cambridge