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Support for you
We can’t cover every aspect of support available in this handbook, but here are some pointers. Our staff have details of lots of support agencies, so if you don’t know where to turn, get in touch, and we will try to point you in the right direction.
Wellbeing Support:
Breathing Space - is a free, confidential phone and webchat service for anyone in Scotland over the
age of 16 experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. Helpline number: 0800 83 85 87 www.breathingspace.scot
Opening hours:
Weekdays: Monday-Thursday 6pm to 2am. Weekend: Friday 6pm-Monday 6am
Drug & Alcohol:
Change Grow Live (NHS Service)
They are here to help individuals and families who are struggling with drug or alcohol-related issues. They can support anyone experiencing difficulties with drugs and alcohol, and our service is free and confidential. There are local hubs in Falkirk/Alloa/Stirling – details on their website.
Phone 0808 196 2188 www.changegrowlive.org/recovery-service-forth-valley
Domestic Abuse:
Refuge UK
National helpline for women and children affected by abuse. Good resources on the site. Phone 0808 2000 247. There is also a British Sign Language Facility www.refuge.org.uk
Abused Men in Scotland (AIMS)
National helpline is open on weekdays from 9am to 4pm.
Phone: 03300 949 395. Calls are welcome from friends and family, too. Calls are free from UK landlines, UK mobiles and BT payphones. This number will not appear on phone bills.
www.abusedmeninscotland.org
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