Advice
If you or someone you know has been affected by issues covered in our programmes please see the relevant programme page below for information, advice and support.
If you or someone you know has been affected by issues covered in our programmes please see the relevant programme page below for information, advice and support.
Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to women, their families and friends affected by cervical cancer and cervical abnormalities.
Visit: jostrust.org.uk
Tel: 0808 802 8000
Mummy’s Star is the only charity in the UK and Ireland dedicated to supporting women and their families affected by cancer during pregnancy or within 12 months after giving birth.
Visit: mummysstar.org
If you have any questions about cancer you can call Cancer Research UK’s Nurses on Freephone 0808 800 4040. Lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.
Cancer Research UK also have an online forum CancerChat.org.uk where people affected by cancer can get support from others.
For easy to understand information about all types of cancer please go to the About Cancer section of our website. www.cancerresearchuk.org
The British Skin Foundation is a UK charity that raises money for research into all types of skin conditions.
Visit: britishskinfoundation.org.uk
The Male Survivors Partnership, founded by Survivors Manchester, Safeline and Mankind, is a consortium of organisations across the UK that support boys and men affected by sexual violence.
Call: 0808 800 5005
The National Male Survivor Helpline is there for any male survivor or their friend / family that wants information, advice or emotional support such as:
- Talking to a trained professional who has extensive experience of supporting male survivors
- Getting help with managing mental health issues
- Advice on how to manage feelings and thoughts
- Advice on reporting to the police
- Finding face to face help in your local area
The helpline 0808 800 5005 is open:
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 10am to 4pm
Tuesday/Thursday: 8am to 8pm
Saturday: 10am to 12 noon
You can also go to the National Male Survivor Website at malesurvivor.co.uk to find help and support in your local area.
The NSPCC is a leading children’s charity fighting to end child abuse in the UK and Channel Islands. Adults can contact the free 24/7 helpline for advice and support or to share concerns about a child.
Contact the free helpline by calling: 0808 800 5000
By texting: 88858
By emailing: help@nspcc.org.uk
Or visiting: www.nspcc.org.uk/child-sexual-exploitation
CHILDLINE
The NSPCC-run Childline service provides a safe, confidential place for children with no one else to turn to, whatever their worry, whenever they need help.
Children can contact Childline 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on: 0800 1111
Or by visiting www.childline.org.uk
Marie Curie is the leading charity in the UK for terminal illness. They're here to help with practical information and emotional support.
Marie Curie support services are open 8am-6pm Monday to Friday and 11am-5pm on Saturday.
Call free on: 0800 090 2309
Or speak to via online chat at: mariecurie.org.uk/help/support