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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.

Man Down Cornwall

A friendly, informal and confidential meet-up for men to talk or just listen. Free refreshments and support.

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Mankind Initiative

For men suffering from domestic violence or abuse.

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Phone:

website:

01823 334244

Memory Matters South West CIC

Provides therapy, support, and education for those living with dementia.

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Phone:

website:

01752 875924

Mindfulness Cornwall

Practices to help people live more meaningful, balanced, and peaceful lives.

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Phone:

website:

07582 892434

N.E.S.T. (Nightlink Emotional Support)

Similar emotional support to Nightlink, but by text.

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Text: 07717 989021

NSPCC

Help, advice, and support for stopping cruelty to children.

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website:

0808 800 5000

National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC)

Provides support for adults who were abused as children.

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Phone:

website:

0808 801 0331

National Domestic Violence Helpline

A 24-hour helpline for women experiencing domestic abuse.

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website:

0808 2000 247

Nightlink

Telephone service providing support for those experiencing emotional distress.

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Phone:

website:

0808 800 0306

Norda House Project

Refuge and Outreach support for male victims of domestic abuse and their children in Cornwall.

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website:

01872 321546 / 321575, 24hr helpline: 01872 225629

Mankind Initiative

Support for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence.

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Phone:

website:

01823 334244

Marie Curie Cancer Care

Nursing support for cancer patients.

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Phone:

website:

0800 090 2309

Mermaids

A support group for gender-variant children and teenagers, and their families.

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Phone:

website:

0844 334 0550

Miscarriage Association

Support and information on pregnancy loss.

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Phone:

website:

01924 200799

NACOA - National Association for Children of Alcoholics

Providing information, advice, and support for those affected by their parents' drinking.

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Phone:

website:

0800 358 3456

Narcotics Anonymous

Helpline and access to support groups for those with drug addictions.

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Phone:

website:

0300 999 1212

National Debtline

Telephone helpline for people with debt problems.

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Phone:

website:

0808 808 4000

Newquay Community Orchard

Environmental education, horticultural therapy, and apprenticeship opportunities

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Phone:

website:

01637 877 182

Norda House Project

Refuge and outreach support for male victims of domestic abuse and their children in Cornwall.

Email:

Phone:

website:

01872 321546 / 321575

Oasis House (NCC Turnaround Project)

Provides support for vulnerable men aged 16-25 from disadvantaged backgrounds, including homeless or care leavers.

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Phone:

website:

01637 875114

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