Helplines

Find a range of services that are on hand to provide you with support and guidance.

For medical emergencies call 999. For medical assistance call NHS 111. For immediate danger Police 999.

 

National Helplines

Childline - If you're a child and need help 0800 1111
NSPCC - If you are worried about a child 0808 800 5000
Action for Children - Advice for parents Parent Talk Online Chat
Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133
Samaritans Talking Service 116 123
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) for men 0800 585858
The Mix (for ages 11 to 25) 0808 808 4994 text THEMIX on 85258
National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247
Shelter - for urgent housing advise 0800 800 4444

Local Helplines

For children at risk of harm - Safeguarding Hub 0333 240 1727
For Mental Health Crisis - (South Cumbria) 0800 953 0110
For Mental Health Crisis - (North & West Cumbria) 0800 652 286
For Early Help Cumberland 0300 303 3896
E-School Nurse 01228 603973
CADAS Addiction Services 08002 54565

Families Information Service 03457 125 737