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Action for Prisoners' Families
A national organisation campaigning on behalf of children and families affected by imprisonment. It produces resources for families and coordinates the national Prisoners' Families Helpline.
Tel: 0808 808 2003
Website: www.prisonersfamilies.org.uk
Brook
Plain-talking advice on emergency contraception and sex infections. There are Brook centres around the UK giving advice to women (including under-16s).
Tel: 0800 018 5023
Website: www.brook.org.uk
Citizens Advice
Offers free advice on issues including pregnancy and employment. Find your nearest office listed on the website.
Website: www.citizensadvice.org.uk
Family Records Centre
Services for finding family information, from birth, marriage and death certificates to tracing your family tree.
Tel: 0870 243 7788
Website: www.familyrecords.gov.uk
fpa (formerly Family Planning Association)
Provides confidential advice on sexual health, contraception, emergency contraception and pregnancy options.
Tel: 0845 122 8690
Website: www.fpa.org.uk
Marie Stopes International
International reproductive healthcare provider for men and women. Offers abortion counselling, contraceptive information and cervical screening.
Tel: 0845 300 8090
Website: www.mariestopes.org.uk
RAC, car seat safety
Information on keeping your baby safe in a car seat.
Website: www.rac.co.uk/carcare
Relate
Confidential relationship counselling.
Tel: 0845 130 4016
Website: www.relate.org.uk
Samaritans
Provides 24-hour confidential emotional support for those experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Tel: 0845 790 9090 (UK); 1850 609090 (RoI)
Website: www.samaritans.org.uk
Women's Aid
Working to end violence against women and children.
Tel: 0808 200 0247
Website: www.womensaid.org.uk
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