Classic Soaps
If you've been affected by issues raised in the Classic Soaps, these organisations can offer advice and support:
Diabetes UK
Diabetes UK is the UK’s leading diabetes charity, committed to creating a world where diabetes can do no harm. Diabetes is the most devastating and fastest growing health crisis of our time, and Diabetes UK is dedicated to supporting everyone affected by diabetes, preventing type 2 diabetes, and funding research that will one day lead to a cure.
Helpline: The Diabetes UK Helpline is a dedicated diabetes helpline for all people with diabetes, their family or friends, and people who are worried they might be at risk. If you have questions about diabetes, or just want to talk, get in touch with Diabetes UK’s Helpline on 0345123 2399 or email helpline@diabetes.org.uk.
If you're in Scotland, call 0141 212 8710 or email helpline.scotland@diabetes.org.uk.
Diabetes UK Support Forum: Diabetes UK’s Support Forum is an online community where you can exchange knowledge and experiences with other people with diabetes, family and carers.
For more information about diabetes and Diabetes UK’s work, visit: diabetes.org.uk/corrie
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. If you need help with a drinking problem either phone the national help line FREE on 0800 9177 650 or contact them by email: help@alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
Victim Support
Victim Support provides practical and emotional support to victims of all crimes. Anyone seeking help can contact us on our free 24/7 Supportline number on 0808 16 89 111 or via our website www.victimsupport.org.uk.
Rape Crisis
Rape Crisis centres offer a range of specialist, confidential and independent support,counselling and advocacy services to women and girls who have experienced child sexual abuse, rape or sexual violence of any kind at any time in their lives.
Call the national Rape Crisis helpline Freephone 0808 802 9999 any day of the year, or for more information and details of local specialist services (for survivors of all ages and genders), visit:Rape Crisis England & Wales rapecrisis.org.ukRape Crisis Scotland: rapecrisisscotland.org.ukRape Crisis Network Ireland: rapecrisishelp.ie
Women's Aid
Women's Aid (run in partnership with Refuge) is the national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children. The federation of over 220 organisations provide more than 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across the country. Call the 24-Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline on 0808 2000 247.
Or, access support and information from their website, and find your local domestic abuse service through their Domestic Abuse Directory.For Scotland, contact Scottish Women’s Aid http://www.scottishwomensaid.org.uk/
The Male Survivors Partnership
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.You can also go to the National Male Survivor Website at malesurvivor.co.uk to find help and support in your local area.
Macmillan Cancer Support
When you have cancer, you don’t just worry about what will happen to your body, you worry about what will happen to your life. Whether it’s concerns about who you can talk to, planning for the extra costs, or what to do about work, Macmillan understand how a cancer diagnosis can take over everything
If you’d like support, information or just to chat, call Macmillan free on 0808 808 00 00
(Lines are open Monday-Friday, 9am-8pm)
Visit Macmillan’s Online Community.
For more information, click here.
Sands
Sands support anyone who has been affected by the death of a baby, whether your baby died recently or long ago.
The Sands helpline hours are:
Monday – Friday 9.30am – 5.30pm, plus Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 7pm – 10pm
Calls to Sands’ Helpline on 0808 164 3332 are completely free.
Or email helpline@uk-sands.org
Visit the website: uk-sands.org
Cruse
Grief is a natural process, but it can be devastating. For those who need help, Cruse offers free confidential support for adults and children, and this can be by telephone, email or face-to-face.Cruse Bereavement Care is there to support you after the death of someone close. If someone you know has died and you need to talk, call freephone on 0808 808 1677. The helpline is open Monday-Friday 9.30-5pm (excluding bank holidays), with extended hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, when they're open until 8pm.National Email support. They also offer information, publications, and support for children.
The Miscarriage Association
The Miscarriage Association offers support and information to anyone affected by miscarriage, ectopic or molar pregnancy.
There is information about late miscarriage here
Helpline: 01924 200799 Staffed Monday – Friday 9am - 4pm
Answerphone and alternative numbers out of hours. Normal geographic call costs.
Email: info@miscarriageassociation.org.uk
Website: miscarriageassociation.org.uk
Compassion In Dying
Compassion in Dying can help you prepare for the end of life. How to talk about it, plan for it, and record your wishes.We can support you to plan for your treatment and care, in case a time comes when you can’t make decisions. This helps you get the support that’s right for you, when you need it. When what matters most to you is known and recorded, it makes it easier for your family, friends and healthcare professionals to follow your wishes, giving everyone peace of mind. We help people through our free information line, publications and resources, and through our work with diverse communities. We specialise in supporting people to make Advance Decisions (‘Living Wills’) and to talk about their goals and priorities when living with a life-changing illness. Our free MyDecisions website helps people to record their wishes for care in a legally binding way. Find out more here.
Calm
The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is a charity dedicated to preventing male suicide, the single biggest killer of men under 45 in the UK.CALM’s free, anonymous and confidential helpline and webchat are open every single day between 5pm-midnight.
Samaritans
The Samaritans is a registered charity that can provide support for anyone in distress. You don't have to be suicidal to call Samaritans.Call any time from any phone on 116 123 (this number is FREE to call and will not appear on your phone bill), or email jo@samaritans.org, or visit www.samaritans.org to find details of your nearest branch.Samaritans, The Upper Mill, Kingston Road, Ewell, Surrey, KT17 2AF
Website at: samaritans.org
Facebook: facebook.com/samaritanscharity
Twitter: twitter.com/samaritans
MIND
We are Mind. Every year, one in four of us will experience a mental health problem. But hundreds of thousands of people are still struggling.
We believe no-one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We’ll listen, give you support and advice, and fight your corner.
Our team provides information on a range of topics including self harming, types of mental health problem where to get help medication and alternative treatments advocacy. We will look for details of help and support in your own area.
Contact us:
Our lines are open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays).
0300 123 3393 info@mind.org.uk TEXT: 86463
Phone calls from UK landlines are charged at local rates. Charges from mobile telephones vary considerably. The charge for your call will depend on your mobile phone provider and the contract that you have with them. Mind does not get any money from telephone calls.
Scotland: https://www.samh.org.uk/
N Ireland: If you are in distress or despair or know someone who is call Lifeline 0808 808 8000 – Northern Ireland only 24/7 crisis helpline helpline – free from all landlines and mobiles. https://www.lifelinehelpline.info
Alzhemier's Society
We are Alzheimer’s Society. We're a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.
NSPCC
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
ADHD - The Brain Charity
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a lifelong condition. You might start to experience symptoms in childhood and find that they continue into your teenage years and as an adult. Contact The Brain Charity ON 0151 298 2999. Our friendly Information & Advice Officers are here to help. We endeavour to respond to all enquiries within 10 working days. Or visit our website www.thebraincharity.org.uk