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EVERY SITUATION IS UNIQUE

There are times in life were we go through situations and circumstances, that can stretch you emotionally, physically and mentally. whether your suffering from addiction, domestic violence or depression. We at life essence UK understand this and how hard it can be to reach out and get the support you you need. we have put a list of organisations that can provide PRACTICAL advice and support for what ever situation you find your self in. If you need need prayer or support in accessing services please get in touch us, either via phone or email and one of the team will contact you within 24 hrs. if you need immediate help for an emergency please call emergency services 999 info@lifeessenceuk.org 07564 117 849

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Advice

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GeneralAlcohol ConcernThe national organisation campaigning for effective alcohol policy and improved services for people whose lives are affected by alcohol-related problems. DrinklineAdvice to those worried about their own, or a loved one’s, alcohol use. Contact their free helpline on 0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am – 8pm, weekends 11am – 4pm). Drugsand.meDrugsand.me is a social enterprise providing accessible and comprehensive drug education interventions to reduce drug-related harm. Parents’ page has a range of advice for parents and carers on how to tackle conversations with kids about drugs, useful links and a downloadable version of their toolkit. DrugScienceDrugScience is an independent, science-led drugs charity, bringing together leading drugs experts from a wide range of specialisms to carry out ground-breaking original research into drug harms and effects. DrugWiseFormerly DrugScope, DrugWise provides access to evidence-based drug, alcohol and tobacco information and resources, including an international knowledge hub. FRANKNational drug information service with factfiles and FAQs.NHS Choices Alcohol SupportIncludes information on alcoholism, binge drinking and caring for someone with an alcohol problem. ReleaseOrganisation providing free legal advice on drug issues, and a helpline – 0845 4500 215.Stars National InitiativeSupport and guidance on parental drug and alcohol misuse.

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General

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Parents and familiesAl-AnonAl-Anon family groups provide support to anyone who is, or has been, affected by someone else’s drinking. Co-Dependants AnonymousA set of informal self-help groups made up of people with a common interest in working through the problems that co-dependency has caused in their lives. Community for RecoveryProviding online support and counselling for anyone whose life is affected by volatile substance abuse (‘solvent abuse’), including family members and friends.Are you affected by someone else’s drug or alcohol addiction? Are you bereaved through drug or alcohol use? Contact their free helpline from 9am-9pm, 7 days a week on 0300 888 3853. Family LivesProvides help and support for anyone caring for a child. Families AnonymousSupport for families and friends concerned about drug abuse or related behavioural problems. The Icarus TrustProvide a ‘Family & Friends’ service. A trained volunteer will provide information and support via email and signpost you to local services. RelateOffer advice and relationship counselling for couples, and also provides advice for parents and other family members to help families deal with difficult times. Scottish Families Affected by DrugsWork to improve support for families affected by substance use throughout Scotland.

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Parents and Families

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Grandparents and kinship carers Grandparents PlusThe national charity which champions the vital role of grandparents, especially when they take on the caring role in difficult family circumstances. Family Rights GroupAdvice for parents and other family members whose children are involved with, or require, social services. The National Care-lineA voluntary organisation providing information about care and support for older people, their carers and families.Children and Young People AlateenRun mutual support groups for teenage relatives and friends of alcoholics. Alateen is part of Al-Anon. NACOA (National Association for the Children of Alcoholics)Works to address the needs of children growing up in families where one or both parents suffer from alcoholism. Nip in the BudProvides films and practical approaches to help parents, teachers, social care staff and others with early recognition of potential mental health conditions in children.

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Grandparents and Kinship Carers

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Criminal JusticeAction for Prisoner’s FamiliesPromotes the just treatment of prisoners’ families by the prison system and society across the UK. Offenders’ Families HelplineThe free and confidential national helpline for families of offenders, providing information and advice on all aspects of the criminal justice system. Domestic ViolenceNational Centre for Domestic Violence (NCDV)Provides a free, fast emergency injunction service to survivors of domestic violence regardless of their financial circumstances, race, gender or sexual orientation. RefugeProvide domestic violence advice and helpline for women and children.RespectThe national organisation for professionals working with people to end their abusive behaviour. Women’s AidWomen’s Aid is the national charity working to end domestic violence against women and children and supports a network of over 500 services across the UK.

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Criminal justice

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Barking and Dagenham 020 8215 3000 Barnet Out of hours 0208 359 2000 Bexley Out of hours 020 8303 7171 Brent Out of hours 020 8937 1234 Bromley Out of hours 0208 464 4848 Camden Out of hours 020 7974 4444 City of London 020 8552 9587 Croydon Out of hours 020 8726 6000 ext. 2 Ealing Out of hours 0208 825 5000/0845 121 2208

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OUTSIDE OFFICE HOURS, USE THESE EMERGENCY NUMBERS

FOR LONDON BOROUGHS

Enfield Out of hours

020 8379 1000

Greenwich Out of hours

020 8854 8888

Hackney Out of hours

0208 356 2300

Hammersmith & Fulham Out of hours

020 8748 8588

Haringey Out of hours

020 8348 3148

Harrow Out of hours

0870 126 4460

Havering Out of hours

01708 433 999

Hillingdon Out of hours

01895 250 111

Hounslow Out of hours

020 8583 2222

Islington Out of hours

020 7527 2000

Kensington & Chelsea Out of hours

020 7361 3000

Kingston Upon Thames Out of hours

020 8547 5800

Lambeth Out of hours

020 7926 1000

Lewisham Out of hours

020 8778 0877

Merton Out of Hours

020 8770 5000

Newham Out of hours

0208 552 9587

Redbridge Out of hours

0208 708 5600

Richmond Upon Thames Out of hours

08456 122 660

Homeless support

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OUTSIDE OFFICE HOURS, USE THESE EMERGENCY NUMBERS

FOR LONDON BOROUGHS

Homeless support

Southwark Out of hours 020 7525 5000

Sutton Out of hours

020 8770 6080

Tower Hamlets Out of hours 020 7364 7070

Waltham Forest Out of hours

020 8496 3000

Wandsworth Out of hours 020 8871 6000

Westminster Out of hours 020

7641 6000

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