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Below are some useful sites for finding different types of support. If you find a service that can help you, please get in touch with them directly.

Local service directories

Local council directory
Use this page to find your local council website. There you'll find lots of sources of support, including housing, social care and health and wellbeing. Type in your postcode to find your local council.
NHS
The NHS website will show you all the different kinds of health and wellbeing services in your area, including drugs, alcohol and mental health. Type in your postcode and the type of service you are after.
Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice is a charity that will give you confidential advice on a range of topics, including housing, money and health. Advice line: 03444 111 444 available 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday (except bank holidays).
Action for People
Action for People is a charity that has a useful directory of services.
Scotland's Service Directory
Find the details for health and wellbeing services in Scotland.

Adfam
Adfam provides support for family and friends of people with an addiction.
DrugFAM
DrugFAM is for the friends and family of people with a drug addiction. Helpline: 0300 888 3853.
Talk to Frank
Frank provides honest information about drugs. Helpline: 0300 123 6600 available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Text: 82111.
Scottish Drug Services Directory
Search from over 200 services in Scotland that can help with drug treatment and care.

Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a peer support group that helps people get sober and stay sober. All you need to join is to be committed to stopping drinking. Helpline: 0800 9177 650.
Al-Anon
Al-Anon Family Groups provide support to anyone whose life is (or has been) affected by someone else’s drinking. Helpline: 0800 0086 811 available everyday between 10am and 10pm.
Drinkaware
Drinkaware is a charity that helps people make better choices about drinking. Helpline: 0300 123 1110.

Childline
Childline is a free helpline for anyone under 19 to talk about anything that's bothering them. Helpline: 0800 1111 at any time. You do not need credit on your mobile phone to call Childline.
Young Minds
Young Minds is a charity that helps young people with their mental health. Text young minds for free in a crisis on 85258. Parents helpline: 0808 802 5544 available Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 4pm.
Unlock
Unlock is a charity that supports people with convictions who are facing stigma and obstacles because of their criminal record. Helpline: 01634 247350 available Monday to Friday, 10am - 4pm.

Forward Trust
Forward is a charity that runs drug and alcohol services and employment services, both in prisons and for people who've been released from prison.
Nacro
Nacro is a charity that works with young people and adults both in prisons and in the community.
Unlock
Unlock is a charity that supports people with convictions who are facing stigma and obstacles because of their criminal record. Helpline: 01634 247350 available Monday to Friday, 10am - 4pm.

Safeline
Safeline is a charity that supports people affected by sexual abuse. Male helpline: 0808 800 5005; Female helpline: 0808 802 9999; Young person (under 18) helpline: 0808 800 5007.
Rape Crisis
Rape Crisis runs services for women and girls who've experienced rape or sexual abuse. Helpline: 0808 802 9999 available 12:00pm - 2:30pm and 7:00pm - 9:30pm every day
Refuge
Refuge supports people experiencing domestic abuse and violence. Helpline: 0808 2000 247 available 24/7.
Women's Aid
Women's Aid supports women and children experiencing domestic abuse and violence. Helpline: 0808 2000 247 available 24/7.

Samaritans
Whatever you're going through, you can call Samaritans for emotional support. Helpline: 116 123 available 24/7.
Mind
Mind is a charity that supports people struggling with their mental health. Helpline: 0300 123 3393 available Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm (except bank holidays).
Relate
Relate provides support and counselling to help you improve your relationships.
Stonewall
Stonewall campaigns for the equality of lesbian, gay, bi and trans people across Britain. It has a directory of services for LGBT people on its site. Helpline: 0800 0502020 available Monday to Friday, 9:30am – 4:30pm.

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