Support for Parents and Carers
Life as a parent or carer can be challenging at times. Remember, you’re not alone—there’s support available for you and your child.
Explore these services and resources to find the help that suits your needs.
Mental Wellbeing
Samaritans
Whatever you're child is going through, day or night, Samaritans are there to listen and support.
Hopeline
If you're child is struggling with thoughts of suicide, Hopeline247 is there to help, offering free and confidential support.
Shout
Is you're child feeling overwhelmed? Encourage them to text SHOUT to 85258 anytime for free, confidential mental health support.
Sane
If you're child is facing mental health challenges, SANE offers emotional support and guidance to help.
Mind
Mind provides advice and support to help your child take care of your mental health and find the right help when they need it. It also has lot's of information and guidance on how to help other who struggle with their mental health.
Drug and Alcohol Support
Change Grow Live
Supporting young people with challenges like drugs, alcohol, and mental health, so they can live your best life.
Community Groups
STEP
Providing a safe and supportive environment for children and young people aged between 7 and 18.
WAY
Supporting children and young people in Swindon through different projects that are shaped by them.
