Finding The Right Support and Keeping Safe
I received quite a few emails lately seeking support,or should I say safe connections. So I decided to take a look at what’s going on out there. There are endless agencies and individuals offering support. Anyone can set up a social media group or page and anyone can offer practically anything they wish to.
There are the well known agencies charities and organisations ,most offer an abundance of information and support, with a safe place to share. There are many,many others, started by well meaning individuals, who, may have experienced something in their life that they believe others may benefit by knowing.All of them have a place in the ether and we have a choice as to whether we visit or not.
Sometimes though, it’s as well to be mindful about where we go for support and who we contact, or choose to leave our personal stories with. I’m always concerned for the vulnerability ,particularly of the bereaved and how in seeking support on line they may fall prey to some less than desirable individuals and groups.
Please be careful out there, if you can’t find the support that you are looking for from a well known agency or charity and you decide to join an on line chat room or other group offering support please follow these simple guidelines.
1 Never give too much information i.e. your real name , contact details /address /mobile number.
2 Be cautious of any site that asks for personal details or requests money or bank details
3 Always consider how much you want to share / your privacy / identity
4 Don’t be afraid to report abuse on line
5 Never share your password or safe details
6 Be mindful of how much info you give to strangers about your whereabouts and activities
7 Meeting up . If you do decide to join a group or meet up face to face with new on line friends – Always let someone know details . where you are going / who with / etc etc
There are thousands of wonderful , helpful human beings on line, but it is important to be mindful and lets be careful out there !
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