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A directory of trusted helplines, charities, and support groups — covering mental health, domestic violence, financial help, and isolation. All free, all confidential.

Mental Health Support

Samaritans

National

Free, confidential support for anyone struggling to cope. Available 24/7, 365 days a year.

Mind

National

Mental health charity offering information, support, and local services across England and Wales.

0300 123 3393

🕐 Mon–Fri 9am–6pm

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PANDAS Foundation

National

Support for parents experiencing perinatal mental illness — pre and postnatal depression, anxiety, and psychosis.

0808 1961 776

🕐 Mon–Sun 11am–10pm

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance

National

Connecting mums to specialist perinatal mental health services and peer support.

Shout Crisis Text Line

National

Free, confidential crisis support via text message. Text SHOUT to 85258.

Mums in Need

Online

Peer support network for mums experiencing mental health challenges, run by mums who understand.

NHS Mental Health Services

Local

Find your local NHS mental health trust for community support, talking therapies, and crisis care.

Anxiety UK

National

Specialist support for those living with anxiety disorders, including therapy and peer support.

03444 775 774

🕐 Mon–Fri 9:30am–5:30pm

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Domestic Violence & Abuse

National Domestic Abuse Helpline

National

Free, confidential helpline for women experiencing domestic abuse. Safe browsing available on their website.

Refuge

National

The UK's largest domestic abuse charity. Emergency safe houses, legal advice, and long-term support.

Women's Aid

National

National charity working to end domestic abuse. Find local services, online chat, and the Survivor's Handbook.

🕐 Online chat available

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SafeLives

National

Dedicated to ending domestic abuse. Find local MARAC and IDVA services near you.

Galop (LGBTQ+ Abuse)

National

National helpline for LGBTQ+ people experiencing domestic abuse.

0800 999 5428

🕐 Mon–Fri 10am–8pm, Sat 10am–5pm

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Karma Nirvana

National

Support for victims of honour-based abuse and forced marriage.

0800 5999 247

🕐 Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

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Local IDVA Services

Local

Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVAs) provide specialist support in your local area. Search via SafeLives.

Financial Help & Debt Support

StepChange Debt Charity

National

Free, expert debt advice and debt management plans. The UK's leading debt charity.

0800 138 1111

🕐 Mon–Fri 8am–8pm, Sat 8am–4pm

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Citizens Advice

National

Free, confidential advice on benefits, debt, housing, employment, and more. Local offices nationwide.

0800 144 8848

🕐 Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

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National Debtline

National

Free, confidential debt advice by phone and online for people in England, Wales, and Scotland.

0808 808 4000

🕐 Mon–Fri 9am–8pm, Sat 9:30am–1pm

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Turn2Us

National

Helps people access welfare benefits, charitable grants, and support services.

Gingerbread (Single Parents)

National

Specialist support for single parents on benefits, employment, and finances.

0808 802 0925

🕐 Mon–Fri 10am–6pm, Wed 10am–8pm

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Universal Credit Help

National

Government support for those on low income. Apply online or call the helpline.

0800 328 5644

🕐 Mon–Fri 8am–6pm

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Local Food Banks

Local

The Trussell Trust network of food banks across the UK. Find your nearest one.

Isolation & Community Connection

NCT (National Childbirth Trust)

Local

Local parent groups, antenatal classes, and postnatal support. Find your local NCT branch.

Home-Start

Local

Volunteer-led support for families with young children. Home visits, group support, and befriending.

Mums in Mind

Online

Online community and peer support for mums experiencing loneliness and isolation.

Netmums Local

Local

Find local mum groups, toddler groups, and activities in your area.

Mumsnet

Online

The UK's largest online community for parents. Forums, local groups, and peer support.

MUSH App

Online

App connecting local mums for friendship, playdates, and community.

Family Lives

National

Support for families facing challenges. Helpline, online chat, and local services.

0808 800 2222

🕐 Mon–Fri 9am–9pm, Sat–Sun 10am–3pm

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Age UK (for older mums/grandparents)

National

Support for older people experiencing loneliness and isolation.

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