Click on the link below to access advice or support within East Ayrshire
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Emergency Directory
Below are some agencies who may be able to offer support or guidance for you and your family during this time.
| East Ayrshire Women’s Aid
01563 536001 https://www.eastayrshirewomensaid.org.uk |
· Information, advice and support for women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse. |
| Barnardo’s Scotland
01563 534440 https://www.barnardos.org.uk/scotland |
· Practical and emotional support for children, young people and families including children and young people who have experienced abuse and trauma. |
| Children1st
0141 419 1156 https://www.children1st.org.uk |
· Practical advice and support in difficult times, including support for survivors of abuse, neglect, and other traumatic events in childhood. |
| Social Services (Cumnock)
01290 427720 social.work@east-ayrshire.gov.uk |
· Information on Child Protection issues or if you have concerns about a child and would like to know who to speak to. |
| Samaritans
116 123 (free from any phone) 08457 90 90 90 https://www.samaritans.org/branches/ayrshire |
· We offer a safe place for you to talk anytime you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. |
| Families Outside
0800 254 0088 https://www.familiesoutside.org.uk |
· Offering direct support for families affected by imprisonment. |
| Hillhouse
01563 523362 1. https://www.childrenscharityayrshire.co.uk |
· We supply good quality second hand children’s clothing, footwear and equipment. |
| Vibrant Communities
01563 576354 01563 578104 vibrantcommunities@east-ayrshire.gov.uk www.facebook.com/eavibrantcommunities
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· An innovative and often life-changing approach to service development and delivery, empowering members of our communities, young and old, to live happy, healthy, connected and fulfilling lives. |
| Citizens Advice Bureau
03454 04 05 06 www.citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland. New Cumnock Town Hall (Wednesdays only) |
· Provides expertise on things like management and fundraising, resources such as IT support, tools and training to support advice giving, and help with running campaigns. |
| Social Services (Cumnock)
01290 427720 social.work@east-ayrshire.gov.uk |
· Advice for you or someone you care for who may require assistance with mental health issues. |
| Breathing Space
NHS 24 0800 838587 info@breathingspacescotland.co.uk |
· Free, confidential, phone service for anyone in Scotland experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. |
| Parentline Scotland 0800 028 22 33https://www.children1st.org.uk/help-for-families/parentline-scotland |
· Free, confidential, parent support helpline for anyone caring for a child in Scotland. |
Support for the Elderly
The below link may be useful for families as it is a directory of help and support available in East Ayrshire for elderly or those self isolating.
