Although the Festive Period is a joyous time for many, there are some people who find it a really difficult time of year. So please look out for each other over the festive period.

Here are some useful numbers for anyone who may need a bit of support:

Samaritans 116123
Breathing Space – 0800 83 85 87
NHS 24 – 111
Emergency numbers:
North Lanarkshire:
Housing repairs and emergencies: 0800 678 1166 (24-7)
Gas/solid fuel heating repairs: 0845 606 1555 (24-7)
Homelessness: 0800 953 2424 (24-7)
Social Work Emergency Service: 0800 121 4114 (24-7)
Anti-social behaviour: 0300 123 1382 (24-7)
South Lanarkshire Social Work: 0303 123 1008

Mind 0300 123 3393
Anxiety UK 03444 775774
Sane 0300 304 7000
Calm for Men 0800 585858
Scottish Women’s Aid – 0800 027 1234
Abused Men in Scotland Helpline – 0808 800 0024
Childline 0800 1111
Victim Support 0808 1689111
Rape Crisis 0808 802 9999
Rape Crisis Scotland – 08088 01 03 02
Lanarkshire Rape Crisis – 01698 527003
Shakti Women’s Aid – 0131 475 2399
Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline – 0300 330 0630
Chris’s House – 01236 766755
The CALMzone – 0800 58 58 58
The Silver Line – 0800 4 70 80 90