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Family & Parental Support Resources

Families face numerous challenges, from parenting struggles to managing relationship dynamics and stress. This page connects you to services that offer support, guidance, and counselling for families in need, helping them navigate difficulties and build stronger, healthier relationships.

If You, a Patient, or a Family Member Needs Help:
The following services offer essential support for families and parents:


Family Support: General services that provide assistance for families experiencing difficulties, helping them manage stress, conflict, and navigate complex family issues.


Parental Support: Advice and resources specifically for parents, covering topics like parenting techniques, child development, managing family stress, and creating positive family environments.

Cornwall Veterans Service

Mental health support for ex-service personnel

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01579 373737

Cosgarne Hall Supported Accommodation

Supported accommodation in St Austell Area, assisting with social and emotional difficulties.

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01726 61979

Counsellors Together (St Austell)

Cost effective counselling service

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Crossline - Plymouth

24hr listening line and counselling by appointment.

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01752 666777 / 01752 664243

DISC (Newquay)

Provides food, clothing, advice, and support to marginalised and excluded people.

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Direct Gov

Public service advice page, including benefits information.

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Disability Cornwall

Provides services to empower and assist disabled people in Cornwall.

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01736 759500

Dreadnought

Provides support to children and young people aged 8 to 19 who have been victims of domestic violence.

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01209218764

Drinkaware

Helpline for those concerned about their own or others' drinking.

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0300 123 1110

Early Intervention in Psychosis Team

Provides support for those aged 14-35 experiencing a first episode of psychosis.

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

Cornwall Works

Helps people start work, stay in work, and progress in work.

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Counselling for Social Change

Low cost counselling �9 - �20 per session

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01736 364722

Crossline - Plymouth

A registered charity offering a high-quality counselling service covering a wide range of issues.

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01752 666777 (24hr)

Cry-Sis

Offers support for families with excessively crying, sleepless, and demanding babies.

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0845 122 8669

DIVA

Serves women in West Cornwall and Isles of Scilly experiencing domestic violence.

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Helpline: 01736 759687, Office: 01736 759684

Directory of local support services

Care and Support in Cornwall

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Dor Kemmym (Cornwall Faith Forum)

Promotes understanding and dialogue between faith communities, supports strategic working.

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Dreadnought / Aspires

Support for young people with autism, offering play, family support, work-related issues, and confidence building.

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01209 218764

Early Help Hub

A single point of contact for Early Help services for children in Cornwall.

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01872 322277

Early Intervention in Psychosis Team

Working with those experiencing their first episode of psychosis (ages 14 to 35)

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website:

01208 834276 (East), 01209 318330 (West)

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