Community Outreach

Click on the link below to access advice or support within East Ayrshire

Protecting-People-in-East-Ayrshire

 

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

www.twitter.com/VibrantEAC

 

·         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 33
https://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.

Support for the elderly