For Dads Sake

A space for Dads
to just be Dads

About FDS

Connect

Meet other local Dads who get what you’re going through

Stay Connected

Talk

Real conversations without pressure or judgement

A dad walking hand in hand with his toddler
“The guys I met through For Dad's Sake aren't just people I swap parenting war stories with - they're now some of my closest mates. They were right there in that group, clueless and brilliant in equal measure.”

Ash, For Dads Sake Member

For Dads Sake roundel
“This group has been a vital outlet for both me and my partner. I’ve found true friends here and a space where I can actually open up.”

Tim, For Dads Sake Member

Support

We are not trained mental health experts, but we can signpost you to those who are.

FDS is not an emergency service. If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call 111 or text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258.

Frome Birth Talk

07399 356863

Finding the arrival of a little one harder than you expected, or grieving a loss? Frome Birth Talk offers free counselling and drop-in groups for pregnant people, new parents and those who have experienced baby loss, right here in Frome.

Visit Frome Birth Talk

Mind

0300 123 3393

For advice on anything affecting your mental health - anxiety, low mood, money worries, work stress - Mind can help you make sense of what you’re going through and point you to the right support. Closer to home, Mind in Somerset runs support groups, courses and a 24/7 Mindline across the county - we’ve fundraised for them and they help people right here.

Visit Mind Visit Mind in Somerset

CALM

0800 58 58 58

Hitting crisis point, or worried about someone who is? CALM, the Campaign Against Living Miserably, runs a free, confidential and anonymous helpline and webchat, open 5pm to midnight every day.

Visit CALM

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FDS Classic T-Shirt

FDS Classic T-Shirt

Comfortable cotton tee with FDS logo

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