Family Support
The following organisations can provide support, advice and legal help.
NSPCC | Concerns around safeguarding of children, abuse, online safety | 0808 800 5000 (24 hrs) |
National Domestic Abuse Helpline | Anyone experiencing Domestic Abuse |
0808 2000 247 (24 hrs free) |
Mind | Mental Health Support |
0300 123 3393 (Mon – Fri 9am – 6pm) |
Victim Support | Support after a crime | 0808 168 9111 (24 hrs) |
Cruse Bereavement | Grief and Bereavement Support |
0800 808 1677 (Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm) |
Childline | Advice and support for under 18's |
0800 1111 (24 hrs) or online chat |
Hourglass |
Support for any older person who is at risk of, experiencing or recovering from any form of abuse or neglect. |
0808 808 8141 (Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm) |
Respect | Men’s Advice Line |
0808 801 0327 (Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm) |
Samaritans | Someone to talk to | 116 123 (24 hrs free) |
National Centre for Domestic Violence |
Domestic Abuse and Violence Emergency Legal Protection |
0207 186 8270 |
Gingerbread | Support for Single Parents | www.gingerbread.org.uk |
Watford Women's Centre | Local advice, Counselling, information |
01923 816 229 (Mon - Fri 9:30-4:30) |
Home Start | Support from other parent volunteers | www.home-startherts.org.uk |