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We’re still growing in Barking and Dagenham, Greater London. Here are nearby, county-wide and national services that may still help while local listings continue to grow.
236 services found
NHS Healthy Start
Help to buy healthy food and milk for pregnant women and families with young children.
Independent Age Support
Support for older people to live with independence and dignity.
Age UK
A free national advice line and local services supporting older people with money, care, and loneliness.
Gingerbread
Specialist advice and community support for single parent families.
NHS 111 Online
Get urgent medical help or advice online for non-life-threatening conditions.
Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline
A 24-hour freephone helpline for women and children experiencing domestic abuse.
Action for Children Parent Talk
Free and confidential live chat and advice for parents and carers of children.
Feeding Britain: Affordable Food Clubs
A national network of community food clubs offering low-cost groceries and support.
Shaw Trust: Employment Support
Specialist support to help people with disabilities or health conditions find and keep work.
Gingerbread Single Parent Helpline
Expert advice and practical support for single parent families.
FareShare Food Support
Connecting surplus food to community groups and charities to tackle hunger.
Samaritans Listening Service
24/7 confidential support for anyone experiencing distress or needing to talk.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
A 24-hour freephone helpline for women experiencing domestic abuse.
Help through Hardship Helpline
A free, confidential helpline providing support for those struggling to afford essentials.
Family Action - FamilyLine
Free emotional support and practical guidance for adults on any aspect of family life.
StepChange Debt Advice
Free expert debt advice and tailored debt solutions available across the UK.
Rethink Mental Illness Advice Service
Expert advice and information for people severely affected by mental illness and their carers.
Parent Talk by Action for Children
Free, confidential advice for parents and carers from trained family support workers.
Independent Food Aid Network (IFAN)
A network helping people find local independent food banks and support across the UK.
Shout Crisis Text Line
A 24/7 free, confidential text-based support service for anyone in mental health crisis.
SHINE (Seasonal Health Intervention Network)
Energy advice and support to tackle fuel poverty and utility debt.
Crisis Skylight Support
Practical support and training to help people leave homelessness behind for good.
Sycamore Trust Autism Support
Support for individuals and families affected by Autism and learning disabilities.
Home-Start Family Support
Local volunteers supporting families with young children through difficult times.
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