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Loneliness and social isolation - useful resources

Parent and families support

Family Lives offers a confidential helpline service for families in England and Wales (previously known as Parentline) 0808 800 2222 for emotional support
Young Minds also offer a Parents Helpline: 0808 802 5544 (Monday to Friday 9.30am – 4pm, free for mobiles and landlines)
Gingerbread's (MIND) free services for single parents: Advice, Information, Support and Connect 0808 802 0925

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