The impact of the developing situation around Coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting all our day to day lives.
While we all adapt to this new normal, we recognise that this can affect individuals and families in different ways. Please do not forget that a range of support is always available to you, regardless of your situation.
Useful contacts:
Childline
“Online, on the phone, anytime”
Childline is a free, private and confidential service for anyone aged 19 and under in the UK to discuss any issue they are going through.
0800 1111
Samaritans
“Whatever you are going through, a Samaritan will face it with you”
Samaritans is a free service for anyone who’s struggling to cope, offering listening and support to people and communities in time of need.
0300 094 5717
www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan
Domestic Abuse Helpline
“You are not alone”
National Domestic Abuse Helpline is a free helpline supporting women fleeing domestic abuse and other forms of gender-based violence.
0808 2000 247
www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/How-can-we-support-you
Mind
“For better mental health”
Mind is a confidential service providing advice and support for anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
0300 304 7000
Age UK
“Love later life”
Age UK is a charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. Their advice line is a free and confidential service providing advice to older people, their families, carers and professionals.
0800 678 1602
www.ageuk.org.uk/services/age-uk-advice-line
La Leche League GB
“Friendly breastfeeding support from pregnancy onwards”
La Leche League GB provides breastfeeding support and advice to mothers, parents and families. Extra advice is also provided around feeding your baby during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, such as mothers struggling to find formula milk in their usual stores.
0345 120 2918
www.laleche.org.uk/milk-for-your-baby-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic