Help & Support Services
Al-Anon Family Groups UK & EireProvide support for anyone whose life is, or has been affected by someone else’s drinking. |
Alcoholics AnonymousSupport for people addicted to alcohol at all stages of recovery and abstinence. |
Alzheimer’s SocietyProvides support for carers and sufferers of all types of dementia. |
Association for Postnatal IllnessSupport for mothers suffering with postnatal illness/ depression. |
Asthma + Lung UKProvides support and advice on medicines, symptoms or travelling with Asthma or a lung condition. |
Beat Eating DisordersWe’re here for you if you or someone you love is suffering from an eating disorder or experiencing symptoms. |
Bereavement SupportSupport and local information after the death of someone close |
Breast Cancer CareInformation and support for people with breast cancer. |
British Pregnancy Advisory Service – BPASPregnancy options counselling, pre-treatment assessment for abortion, early medical abortion pill, contraception, Chlamydia screening and a 24 hour aftercare helpline. Additional services are provided at other nationwide centres. |
Carers in HertfordshireSupport and advice for carers (see separate Key Information tab). |
ChildLineHelp and advice about a wide range of issues. |
Citizens Advice BureauFree, independent and confidential advice to help people resolve legal, money and other problems. |
Cruse Bereavement CareSupport after the death of someone close. |
Diabetes UKSupport and advice for people living with diabetes and for their family and carers. |
Gamblers AnonymousHelp, support and friendship for people who are struggling with a gambling problem. The website offers information, online contact forms, details of local groups and meetings and also hosts a chat room. |
FrankFriendly, confidential drugs advice. |
Hertfordshire County CouncilInformation, support and guidance from your local council. |
Herts SunflowerProviding Help and Support to any adult over 16 experiencing Domestic Abuse. Herts Domestic Abuse Helpline: 08088 088 088 |
Let’s Talk MenopauseLet’s Talk Menopause to help raise awareness and to provide accurate information on the menopause. |
LGBT FoundationEstablished in 1975, LGBT Foundation exists to support the needs of the diverse range of people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans. Telephone: 0345 3 30 30 30 |
MindPromoting the preservation of good mental health, for all age groups. Services include anxiety or anger management, counselling and support for carers. |
Macmillan Cancer SupportPhysical, financial and emotional support to help you live life as fully as you can. |
Migrant HelpMigrant Help works to ensure that those who arrive in the UK receive the support and advice they need. Migrant Help services offer information and guidance to help them navigate through the asylum process. Telephone: 0808 8010 503 |
National Autistic SocietyFounded in 1962, they are the UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families. Their goal is to help transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. |
SamaritansIf there’s something troubling you, or if you are worried about someone else, then contact the Samaritans. |
SilverlineThe Silver Line Helpline is a free telephone service just for older people. We provide friendship and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Telephone: 0800 4 70 80 90 |
Sue Ryder Online CommunityTerminal illness and bereavement support forum support.sueryder.org/community |
RelateRelationship counselling services. Use the Relate website to find local services. |
Talking TherapiesSelf Referral for Talking Therapies |
Turn 2 usTurn2us is a national charity offering information and practical support to people facing financial insecurity. |
Wellbeing ServiceThe Wellbeing Service is an NHS service provided by Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust offering practical support and talking therapies for anyone experiencing depression or anxiety disorders, including phobias, panic or OCD. |
Women’s AidNational Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 |