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Supports Available to Families<\/h1>\n<\/header>\n
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Please feel free to contact us about any problem you may be facing as a parent or a family. We are always here to help and never to judge.\u00a0 The following lists some organisations that may help you.<\/h6>\n

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In an emergency call 999.<\/p>\n

In an urgent situation, including an urgent mental health situation, call 111 and choose option 2.<\/p>\n

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Andy\u2019s Mans Club
\nANDYSMANCLUB \u2013 It\u2019s Okay To Talk<\/a> .<\/p>\n

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)
\nProvides a helpline, online and WhatsApp chat, as well as information and support, for anyone affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts.
\n0800 58 58 58 \u2013 open over the Christmas period
\nthecalmzone.net<\/a><\/p>\n

Combat Stress
\nTreatment and support for armed forces veterans who have mental health problems.
\n0800 1381 619
\n07537 173 683\u00a0(text)
\nhelpline@combatstress.org.uk<\/a>
\ncombatstress.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

Cruse Bereavement Support
\n0808 808 1677
\nThe Cruse helpline is open Monday to Friday, from 9:30am. The closing time varies per day, from 5pm to 8pm. You can check\u00a0Helpline \u2013 Cruse Bereavement Support<\/a>\u00a0for more information about their opening hours.<\/p>\n

Drinkline Scotland
\nA free, confidential helpline for anyone who is concerned about their drinking, or someone else\u2019s.
\nYou can phone 0800 7314 314:
\nMonday \u2013 Friday 9am \u2013 8pm
\nSaturday \u2013 Sunday 11am \u2013 4pm
\nHours may differ over the holiday period.<\/p>\n

Families Outside
\nSupports for families affected by arrest, trial and imprisonment.
\nFree Scottish helpline\u00a00800\u00a0254\u00a00088<\/a>
\nMonday to Friday, 9am \u2013 5pm
\nemail:\u00a0support@familiesoutside.org.uk<\/a>
\nor text\u00a0FAMOUT\u00a0to\u00a060777
\nThe helpline is closed on 25th<\/sup>\/26th<\/sup>\u00a0December and 1st<\/sup>\/2nd<\/sup>\u00a0January but emails sent on these days will be picked up the next working day.<\/p>\n

LGBT Foundation
\n0345 3 30 30 30
\nLGBT Foundation \u2013 A national charity with LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.<\/a>
\nAdvice, support and information for people identifying as LGBTQ+.
\nThe LGBT Foundation helpline is open on weekdays 9am to 9pm and weekends 10am to 5:30pm.<\/p>\n

Men\u2019s Advice Line
\n0808 801 0327
\nDomestic Abuse Helpline for Men | Men\u2019s Advice Line UK<\/a>
\nConfidential advice and support for men who\u2019ve experienced domestic violence and abuse by a current or ex-partner, or family member.
\nThe Men\u2019s Advice Line is open Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm.<\/p>\n

Next Chapter Scotland
\nNon-Judgemental Support for people with a criminal record or being investigated for a crime and their families
\nsupport@nextchapterscotland.org.uk<\/a>
\n03303557145<\/strong><\/h6>\n

National Domestic Abuse Helpline
\n0808 2000 247
\nHomepage \u2013 National Domestic Abuse Helpline<\/a>
\nFree 24-hour helpline for women who have experienced domestic abuse and violence, with all female advisors. Also offers a live chat and can help to find refuge accommodation.<\/p>\n

Samaritans
\nIf you need someone to talk to, we listen. We won\u2019t judge or tell you what to do.
\nContact Us | Samaritans<\/a>
\n116 123\u00a0(freephone) \u2013 open over the Christmas period<\/p>\n

Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs
\nSupporting anyone\u00a0affected by someone else\u2019s alcohol\/drug use in Scotland.
\nContact our Helpline on 08080 10 10 11,
\nhelpline@sfad.org.uk<\/a>\u00a0or using the chat on our site.
\nOur Helpline will continue to support you throughout the holiday period. We\u2019ll be offering a mix of live support and our callback service.\u00a0Full information here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Shout
\nConfidential 24\/7 text service offering support if you\u2019re in crisis and need immediate help.
\n85258<\/a>\u00a0(text SHOUT)
\ngiveusashout.org<\/a><\/p>\n

The Trussell Trust
\nEmergency food and support for people in need. Includes a searchable list of local foodbanks.
\nEnding hunger together | Trussell<\/a>
\n0808 208 2138\u00a0(Help through Hardship helpline)
\nThe Help through Hardship line is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. The helpline is closed on public holidays.<\/p>\n

Winston\u2019s WishHelpline | Bereavement Support Helpline | Winston’s Wish<\/a><\/p>\n

is a national charity that is here for children and young people (aged 25 or under) across the UK who are bereaved, or are facing the death of someone important. Call\u00a0 Freephone Helpline on 08088 020 021 for expert advice, information and bereavement support for grieving children, young people and adults supporting them.<\/p>\n

With You
\nWith You\u2019s online chat service<\/a>\u00a0has trained recovery workers who can discuss alcohol, drugs and mental health.
\nThe service is open:<\/p>\n

Monday \u2013 Friday: 9am \u2013 9pm<\/h6>\n
Saturday \u2013 Sunday: 10am \u2013 4pm<\/h6>\n
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