All groups appreciate being sent a 9x5 sae. Most groups have regular newsletters, some have meetings/contact lists/help for parents or partners/regional contacts/practical information. Most groups will have information/resource lists of meetings/professionals/medical information etc.
For children and teenagers who have gender identity problems, their families, friends, carers, professionals etc. We now have our own website, http://www.mermaids.freeuk.com
and the Mermaids email address is: mermaids@freeuk.com
Help line number 07020 935066 3pm - 7pm. Mon - Sat
For all transsexuals. Helpline 07000 790347 (before 10pm please). Good website covering all aspects: http://www.gendertrust.com may be able to put people in touch with partners etc.
For female to male transsexuals. Helpline 0161 432 1915 Weds. 8-10.30. Also very good for legal info. May be able to put people in touch with families, partners etc.
Political pressure group dedicated to achieving full civil equality for transsexuals. Comprehensive website: http://pfc.org.uk Information packs available. Very good for legal info. regarding transgender issues (e.g. employment rights etc.)
For parents, partners, families of TVs and TSs. Helpline Society 01223 441246
A network linking friends, partners and families of transsexual people in the UK. Temporary contact details: info@depend.org.uk
Family Support for people with Transsexual issues in Norway