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To support children and families, you can provide information about:

  • local services providing advice or activities e.g. Sure Start services, parenting courses, toddler groups and youth groups
  • sources of help in times of crisis e.g. NSPCC Child Protection Helpline, NSPCC Kids Zone website, Childline, Samaritans, local support groups for children or parents.

See also Finding your local contacts

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