The doctors and staff at Coleford Medical Practice wish to ensure we can help any patients who find themselves being abused or threatened, particularly if they are vulnerable, whether adults or children.
For more information, please read our patient leaflet.
Useful websites and telephone numbers
National Domestic Violence
Helpline
08082 000 247
Website
www.ncdv.org.uk
NSPCC
Helpline
0808 800 5000
If you’re worried about a child, even if you are unsure, contact NSPCC professional counsellors for help, advice and support.
Childline
Helpline
08000 1111
Offers free, confidential advice and support for any child 18 years or under, whatever the worry.
MIND
Mental Health Support with specific advice on ‘Coronavirus and your wellbeing’
Website
www.mind.org.uk
YoungMinds
Supporting children and young people and their parents/carers with their mental health and wellbeing. Specific advice on managing self-isolation and anxiety about Coronavirus.
Website
www.youngminds.org.uk
ICON
Babies cry: You can cope
Website
www.iconcope.org
SafeLives
Specific resources for domestic abuse and COVID
Website
www.safelives.org.uk
IRISi Interventions
Website
www.irisi.org
