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.
Hearing Loss Cornwall
Provides information, advice, and communication support for those with hearing loss.
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01872 225868
High Ground
Helps military personnel transition to employment in the rural sector.
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07951 495 272
Hugs Foundation
A rehabilitation centre for horses that also offers counselling and therapy.
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Kernow Positive Support
Supporting people affected and living with HIV.
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01872 258453
Kidscape
Provides skills and resources to keep children safe from harm.
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LGBT Help Line
Helpline and advocacy service for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.
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0800 6123010
Leatside Surgery (Combined from Manor and Clinton Road Surgeries)
(Combined from Manor and Clinton Road Surgeries) Agar Road, Pool, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 3NQ
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01209 313313 / Alternative Bypass Number: 07500 480623
MATCH (Mothers Apart from Their Children)
Support and advice for mothers estranged from their children.
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0808 800 2222
Macmillan Cancer Relief
Practical, medical, and financial support for people affected by cancer.
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0808 808 00 00
Hearing Voices Network
Support for people who hear voices or have unusual perceptions.
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01208 815676
IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocates)
Supports high-risk victims with safety planning and through the court process.
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0300 7774777
Jeremiah's Journey
Support and information for children and families after a death.
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01752 424348
Kernow Young Carers
Offering support, activities, and guidance for young carers.
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01872 321486
Lanner Moor Surgery
Lanner Hill, Lanner, Redruth, TR16 6HN
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01209 218882
Lone Twin Network
A voluntary support group for lone twins (over the age of 18) who have experienced loss at birth, childhood, or adulthood.
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ME Association
Information, support, and advice for people affected by ME/CFS/PVFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome).
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0844 5765326
Male DV Advice Line
Male Domestic Violence Advice Line.
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0808 801 0327