Below is a list of services available in West Cheshire that you can access if you need help.
Can provide temporary accommodation, advice and practical help. For people experiencing domestic abuse.
Website: www.cheshirewithoutabuse.org.uk
24 hour helpline: 01270 250390
Offers support for young carers who care for a loved one they live with. Group activity sessions monthly, as well as daytrips and breaks.
Website: https://www.cheshireyoungcarers.org/
Telephone: 0151 356 3176
Advice, information, counselling and support group services for those experiencing problems with alcohol.
Telephone: 01244 347087
Self help group for those suffering with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). The aim of thegroup is not to tell people what treatments to try, rather to share our collective experience. Open to anybody with an interest in the subject.
Telephone: 01244 370988
Email: joan@chestermesh.org.uk
Free independent counselling, and a telephone support line for individuals aged 18+. Support is also offered to those who may not have directly been abused, but who witnessed the abuse (partner/sibling) or been affected by a disclosure (nurse/social worker etc.).
Website: http://csass.org.uk
Support line: Freephone 0808 284 0448
Appointment line: 01244 307 499
Provides informative services for parents, carers and professionals about autism and the types of services available within the local area.
Telephone: 01606 783295
A youth group for young people aged 13-19 years (25 years if person has Special Educational needs and/or Disability), who identify as LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans plus other identities) or anyone who is questioning their sexuality or gender identity.
Telephone: 07900 680725
A free support service for children and young people. The service offers counselling and support bothpre- and post- bereavement to children and their families, regardless of the nature, place or time of death.
Telephone: 01244 851104
Provides advice and support to young people aged 11-19 who either live or attend school or college in the Cheshire West and Chester area.
Website: http://www.startingwell.org.uk
Free, impartial advice around debt, money management and housing benefits.
Telephone: 0151 356 8200
A youth charity that supports over 5,000 young people between the ages of 8 and 25. They offer a range of different services that fall into 3 categories; support for young people; support for youth groups; and engaging young people in social action.
Website: www.
Within the West Cheshire area the council operates and updates a ‘one stop shop’ for all services and provisions in the area, this includes details of children’s centres, charities that offer support as well as adult support. To access this portal go to: http://www.westcheshirelocaloffer.co.uk.