Help and Support
01823 345610 : Somerset Age UK
Independent local charity working in the community across Somerset to help those in later life, their families and carers. Free and confidential information and advice on a wide variety of topics such as social care, benefits, isolation, etc. In ordinary times they offer a wide range of activities and services, including Ageing Well exercise sessions, Toenail Cutting and Befriending. Currently they are offering many different aspects of coronavirus support.
E: infoandadvice@ageuksomerset.org.uk and more info is HERE
Village Agent : 07572 024492
Village Agents are trusted, well trained and knowledgeable individuals who are employed by the Community Council for Somerset (CCS). Village Agents help you to find what you need in your local community, things that can help you remain independent and connected to others. Village Agents work with people of all ages dealing with a wide variety of issues. A considerable number of their clients are older people and involve social care issues. Helping older people to solve these matters can help them to remain living independently for longer. The agent for Chiselborough is: Wendy Rudd E: wendy@somersetrcc.org.uk M: 07572 024492
0333 257 9422 : Victim Support
Support for anyone affected by crime, not only those who experience it directly, but also their friends, family and any other people involved.
0808 808 1677 : Cruse Bereavement Care
Trained bereavement volunteers offer support to adults and children. Local services provide free and confidential phone and face to face support to bereaved people. Find out more HERE
0808 808 8141 : Hourglass
Helpline 9am to 5pm every Monday to Friday, offering support for older people who have experienced, or are at risk of, any kind of harm, abuse or exploitation. Also support for anyone concerned about an older person, e.g family, friends, neighbours, carers or health professionals. E: helpline@wearehourglass.org
01935 477399 : South Somerset Community Transport
A demand responsive service which meets the needs of individuals who wish to go shopping or attend medical appointments by using accessible vehicles and volunteer car drivers. E : info@communitytransport.org.uk
0300 123 2224 : Help for Carers
If you care for someone who has a disability, mental health problem or is an older person, the Help for Carers in Crisis service can help you at short notice. It is a free service to help a carer in a one-off emergency situation. It can be provided for sessions of up to four or eight hours and can usually start within one hour of the request being made. You don't need an assessment. For more info, CLICK HERE
0800 3168600 : Caring Emergencies
Support from Somerset Carers for caring emergencies - during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm)
0808 2000 247 : National Domestic Violence Help Line
A 24-hour helpline run by Women’s Aid and Refuge. It is a national service for women experiencing domestic violence, and their family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf, or for advice themselves.
0800 69 49 999 : Somerset Integrated Domestic Abuse Service (SIDAS)
A free phone helpline for anyone affected by domestic abuse.
01823 334244 : Mankind Initiative
A confidential helpline is available for all men across the UK suffering from domestic violence or domestic abuse by their current or former wife or partner (including same-sex partner).
0800 999 5428 : National LGBT Domestic Abuse Help Line
Emotional and practical support for LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse
0800 138 8292 : Pension Wise
If you’re over 50 you can call to book a phone or face-to-face appointment with a pension guidance specialist.
Other Help & Support Resources
Care and Support at Home
Somerset Community Connect supplies advice and support about care, support, and managing at home for those who need help, HERE
Help with Loneliness in Somerset
See advice and help HERE
Avoiding Scams
Consumers’ group Which? has produced a guide to help people spot whether something is a scam - see HERE
General local help & advice
Somerset Community Connect provides many aspects of helpful information and support for those looking for help. Take a look at their website which explains the options clearly, HERE
