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Community & General Support

Building a strong community connection is vital for well-being. This page provides access to resources that offer community-based support and general advice, helping individuals connect with their local area, navigate public services, or find support in a range of different areas. Whether it’s looking for advice, spiritual support, or simply a place to get involved, these contacts are here to help foster positive community engagement.

If You, a Patient, or a Family Member Needs Help:
Here are some resources to support individuals in building strong community ties and receiving general advice:



Community Support: Services that help individuals connect with local support networks and community groups. These may include neighbourhood support groups, community centres, and programs promoting local volunteerism and engagement.


Advice Centre: General advice services that provide guidance on a wide range of issues that don’t fall into specific categories. These could be general helplines offering advice on legal matters, housing, welfare, or navigating public services.


Public Services Information: Information and advice about public services, such as government schemes, benefits, health services, or local authority programs. This section provides essential resources for accessing vital public support.


Miscellaneous Support: Services that don't fit into the specific categories above but may still be valuable. These could include emergency services, crisis intervention, or unique local programs designed to support individuals in specific circumstances.


Sports Information: Resources and advice related to sports, physical activity, and recreational opportunities. These services promote physical health and well-being through engagement in active pursuits, including sports clubs, fitness classes, and outdoor activities.


Pastoral & Spiritual Support: Religious or spiritual guidance and support for individuals seeking faith-based counselling or comfort. This includes local places of worship, spiritual care teams, and faith-based charities offering pastoral care in times of need.

Christians Against Poverty

Working to help release people from debt, poverty, and their causes.

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Citizens Advice - Consumer Help

Advice for consumers from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

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03 454 04 05 06

Combat Stress

Leading UK charity for veterans's mental health

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Community Mental Health Team

For information on which team covers your area

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01208 251300

Cornwall Bereavement Network

Makes support easily accessible to those experiencing bereavement

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Cornwall Council - Leisure Centres

Information for council-run leisure centres for swimming, exercise, and sports.

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0300 1234 100

Cornwall Eating Disorder Service

Offers community-based treatment for people with a clinical diagnosis of an eating disorder.

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0845 207 7711 (Option 1 East, Option 2 Mid, Option 3 West)

Cornwall Health for Homeless

Provides healthcare for single homeless people who may otherwise not prioritize their health or register with a GP.

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01872 242294

Cornwall One Parent Support

Committed to improving the life of one-parent families by relieving isolation and increasing leisure activities.

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01726 65417 / 07887 656335

Cornwall Refuge Trust

Refuge accommodation and support services for women and children.

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01872 225629

Citizens Advice

Free, confidential, and impartial advice on most issues.

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03 444 111 444

Coastline Care

Service for homeless and vulnerably housed adults.

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01209 200086

Combat Stress

Supports veterans with mental health problems.

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0800 138 1619

Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)

Services for adults aged 18-75 with severe and enduring mental illness.

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0845 207 7711 (Options 1, 2, or 3)

Cornwall Community Foundation

Awards small grants to small organisations

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01566 779333

Cornwall Eating Disorder Service

Treatment for people with a clinical diagnosis of an eating disorder

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01872 221434

Cornwall Health for Homeless

Clinics across Cornwall, drop-in, no appointment needed

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01872 273617

Cornwall Mind

Wellbeing services for mental ill health

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Cornwall Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre (CRASAC)

Support, advice, and counselling for victims of rape and abuse.

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01872 262100

Cornwall Survivors Group

Support group for adult males who have been victims of rape.

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07800 940558

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