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Winter Support information
During this time of year, mental health can be extremely affected. The winter months and Christmas can be very difficult for many people. Here is a list of support contacts and links that offer advice and care. If you need help, please talk to someone and find the solution that is best for you and can make a difference.
Women's aid - Domestic abuse support
https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/
Refuge - Support for women and children affected by domestic abuse
National domestic abuse hotline: 0808 2000 247
https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/
The Trussel Trust - Food banks in the UK
0808 2082138
https://www.trusselltrust.org/
Age UK - Support for the eldery who need comfort and care
Macmillan - Emotional, physical and financial support for those with cancer and their loved ones
0808 808 00 00
Working families - For those who need advice about child care
0300 012 0312
https://workingfamilies.org.uk/articles/coronavirus/
Crisis- Homlessness in the UK
0300 636 1967
Shelter - Homelessness and housing in England and Scotland
The Silver Line - Friendship and information for older people
0800 4 70 80 90
https://www.thesilverline.org.uk/
WAY Widowed & Young - Bereavment support for those who have lost their partners
https://www.widowedandyoung.org.uk/
Stripey Stork - Providing toys and essential items for babies and Care for their families
https://stripeystork.org.uk/what-we-do/
The Toy Project - Recycling toys for children who need them
0207 503 9590
The Salvation Army - Offering food, shelter and assistance for those who are experiencing hardships such as poverty and homelessness
https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/christmas-present-appeal
Education Support - Providing mental health support to those working in education during the pandemic
https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/coronavirus-support
NHS Charities Together - They're currently supporting NHS workers, volunteers and patients during the coronavirus pandemic
https://www.nhscharitiestogether.co.uk/
The British Red Cross - Offering support to those struggling with their mental and physical health, as well as financial. They also offer help for carers
0344 871 11 11
0808 196 3651 - Help during the coronavirus
https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-help/get-support-at-home
Further helplines can be found here: SUPPORT