Useful links

Victim Support

Confidential help for victims of crime, witnesses and their family and friends.
0300 303 1971

IDAS

Comprehensive support services to those experiencing or affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
24hr national helpline. 0808 2000 247.
E-mail: info@idas.org.uk

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

North and West Yorkshire support groups for experience with alcohol abuse.
01132 454 567

York Mind

Advocacy, counselling, support groups and help for individuals, carers and family experiencing mental health issues.
01904 643 364

Royal British Legion

Practical help with most problems for serving and ex-service people, close relatives or dependents.
National 0808 802 80804

Gamcare

Emotional and practical support for gamblers and partners or family.
National 0808 802 1221

Terence Higgins Trust

Practical advice independent of the NHS about all aspects of HIV-AIDS, including testing.
National 0808 802 1221

Macmillan Cancer Support

Advice and information on cancer related problems, including money worries and anxieties at work.
National 0808 808 0000

Salvation Army

Practical help and advice for adult homeless, and referral to other organisations as required.
01904 545 096

Family Lives

Help and support in all aspects of family life, e.g. bullying, toddler tantrums, teenage discipline etc.
National 0808 800 2222

Older Citizens Advocacy York

For people 50+ where representation help is needed, drafting letters or attending hearings.
01904 676 200

York Mental Health Directory

An online directory of independent mental health services in York.