Festive Holiday

The PCF team are all parent carers too, so we will be taking a break over the festive period to navigate the season with our own families. The office and support line will close on Friday 19th December and re-open on Monday 5th January.

We have compiled a list below of some National Organisations that may be able to provide help and support while we are away.

n.b The list isn’t exhaustive and the PCF cannot accept any liability for information or advice received, these are all sources of help that we or other members, have found useful in the past.

Take care of yourselves and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year!

For all urgent, life-threatening concerns call 999 immediately

Samaritans

If you need somebody to talk to or a listening ear, Samaritans is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 116 123 or you can email 

https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan

NSPCC

The NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) is a UK charity dedicated to protecting children from abuse and neglect. The NSPCC also runs Childline, a free, confidential helpline for children and young people who need advice or support.

Help for adults concerned about a child – call 0808 800 5000

Help for children and young people – call 0800 1111

www.nspcc.org.uk

Barnardos

Barnardo’s is a UK children’s charity that supports vulnerable children and young people, particularly those facing poverty, abuse, disability, mental health challenges, or family difficulties.

https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-parents-and-carers

Contact

A national charity that supports the families of children with additional needs and provide an advice helpline for parents and carers

Call 0808 808 3555 or email 

Open Monday to Friday, 9.30am-5pm (Tuesdays 10.15am to 5pm)

Not open on public holidays.

www.contact.co.uk

Family Action

First line support for every family and any family issue

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, worried or upset about any aspect of your family life, whether here in the present or something from your past, FamilyLine offers emotional support, information and guidance on family relationships.

Call 0808 802 6666 (Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm) (closed Bank Holidays)

Outside these hours, text FAMILYACTION to 85258, to access free 24/7 crisis support service delivered in partnership with Shout. This is also available on weekends and bank holidays.

www.family-action.org.uk/get-support/familyline/

Mind

Call Mind’s support line on 0300 102 1234.

This is a safe space for you to talk about your mental health. The advisors are trained to listen to you and help you find specialist support if you need it.

Open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).

Further information online:

www.mind.org.uk/need-urgent-help/using-this-tool

www.mind.org.uk/information-support/helping-someone-else/carers-friends-family-coping-support/support-for-you

www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/seeking-help-for-a-mental-health-problem/mental-health-helplines

Youngminds

If you’re worried about your child or young person’s mental health or wellbeing, you can telephone or chat online. The Helpline advisers can provide information, advice and support to help you take the next step.

You can call the Parents Helpline for free on 0808 802 5544. Open 9.30am – 4pm on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, and 9.30am – 6pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

/www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/parents-helpline

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