Help & Support Agencies
Understanding and being aware of support agencies that are available to address a wide range of problems is essential for individuals and communities. These agencies serve as invaluable resources, offering specialised expertise and assistance tailored to specific challenges. Whether facing health-related issues, legal concerns, social difficulties, or any other adversities, knowledge about relevant support organisations enables individuals to access the right help at the right time.
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Here's some important contact details:
Police
Non-emergency - Contact Number: 101 Emergency – Contact Number: 999
Anti-Terrorism – Contact Number: 0800 789 321 Crime Stoppers – Contact Number: 0800 555 111
Alcohol & Drugs
Talk to Frank - Contact Number: 0300 123 6600 or Text 82111
Aquarius Family Service – https://aquarius.org.uk/ Contact Number: 0300 790 0265
Turning Point – Contact Number: 02074817632 (out of hours 07786938601)
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Crisis Team
NHS 111 - www.nhs.uk Contact Number: 111 Open 24 hours a day Samaritans - https://www.samaritans.org/ Contact Number: 116 123 Mind - Contact Number: 0300 123 3393
Domestic Violence
Refuge (women & children) - 0808 2000 247
National Centre for Domestic Violence – 0800 970 2070 or Text: NCDV to 60777 Survivors UK (Male Rape & sexual abuse) – www.survivorsuk.org Text: 02033221860
Mental Health Support
Mind - www.mind.org.uk Contact Number: 0300 123 3393
Cancer Support – Macmillan – www.macmillan.org.uk Contact Number: 080 8808 0000
Cancer Counselling Trust – www.cctrust.org.uk Contact Number: 020 7704 1137
Homelessness
Framework – Contact Number: 0800 055 6184 Shelter – Contact Number: 0808 800 444
Financial/Legal Advice
Payplan – Contact Number: 0800 280 2816 Citizens Advice – Contact Number: 0344 4111 444
Money Advice Service – Contact Number: 0300 500 5000 ACAS - http://www.acas.org.uk Contact Number: 0845 7474747
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Sexual Health
Sexual Health Matters – Contact Number: 0800 328 3383
Email: Info@dbc-training.co.uk
Telephone: 01332 295588
