NHS Direct
Offers advice on illness, medical issues and local health services.
Helpline: 0845 46 47
Website: www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
Children First
Offers free genral health information for young people and families, as well as advice from child health experts on a range of topics.
Website: www.childrenfirst.nhs.uk
Contact a Family
UK-wide charity offing advice, information and support for parents of all disabled children. They also help families get in touch with other families.
Phone: 0808 808 3555
Website: www.cafamily.org.uk
Drink Aware
Offers tips for how parents can broach the issue of alcohol with young people. Details about legislation and government advice can also be found on the site as well as a directory of other useful services.
Website: www.drinkaware.co.uk/parents
YoungMinds
YoungMinds is a national charity committed to improving the mental health of all children and young people under 25. It provides advice, publications and other resources for young people, parents and professionals and is home of the Parents Information Service - a helpline for parents and adults concerned about the mental health and emotional well-being of children in their care.
Website:
www.youngminds.org.ukMental Health Foundation
The Mental Health Foundation is an organisation working with people of all ages to help them survive, prevent and recover from mental health issues.
Website: www.mentalhealth.org.uk
Samaritans
Provides confidential advice and support for anyone in emotional distress.
Helpline: 08457 909 090
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Website: www.samaritans.org