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About this directory

Looking for help can be tiring, especially when you are already carrying a lot. This directory is designed to make the search simpler. It is not an endless list. We focus on recognised organisations and established services with clear support routes and appropriate safeguarding. Each organisation operates independently, so the most up-to-date information will always sit on their own website.

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This directory provides links to external organisations offering support across a range of health and life challenges. Each service operates independently. If you need immediate help, look for entries marked as 24/7 helplines.

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SARC – NHS Inform Scotland

Self-referral sexual assault services offering healthcare, evidence collection and emotional support.

Call:

0800 148 8888

SARC – NHS Wales

Specialist NHS centres providing care and forensic services following sexual assault or abuse.

Call:

N/A

SARC – The Rowan (Northern Ireland)

Free, confidential help for anyone affected by crime, including emotional and practical support.

Call:

0808 168 9111

SHOUT 85258

A free, confidential text messaging service available across the UK. Trained volunteers respond to your message and help steady the moment through conversation by text.

Call:

Text SHOUT to 85258

Samaritans

Crisis support and listening for people feeling distressed, overwhelmed, or unable to cope.

Call:

116 123

Scope

Provides advice and information to people with disabilities and their families, campaigning for equality and a fairer society.

Call:

0808 800 3333

Sense

Supports people with complex disabilities, including deaf-blindness, offering a range of services including residential care, day centres, and communication support.

Call:

Online information and advice

Smart Recovery UK

Smart Recovery aims to empower people with practical skills, tools and support so that they may manage their addictive behaviour and lead satisfying and meaningful lives.

Call:

N/A

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