Womens aid supports abused women and children http://www.womensaid.org.uk/index.htm
Victim Support Offers information and support to victims of crime, whether or not they have reported the crime to the police. Helpline: 0845 3030900 http://www.victimsupport.org
Samaritans 24-hour confidential emotional support for anyone in a crisis. Helpline: 08457 909090 http:// www.samaritans.org.uk
Gingerbread Support organisation for lone parent families in England and Wales. Contact other lone parents via their online discussion groups. 16-17 Clerkenwell Close, London, EC1R OAN Freephone: 0800 0184318 http://www.gingerbread.org.uk
Shelter A national organisation which works at local level to improve the lives of homeless and badly housed people. 80 Old Street, London EC1V 9HU Shelterline: 0808 80044 44 (8am - Midnight) http://www.shelter.org.uk
Southall Black Sisters Advice, emotional support and help for black and Asian women. 52 Norwood Road, Southall, Middlesex UB2 4DW Tel: 020 8571 9595
ChildLine Free, 24-hour helpline for children and young people who need to talk about any problem they may have. Helpline: 0800 1111 http://www.childline.org.uk
