Support for Parents and Carers
As a parent or carer for a young person, it’s important you look after your own mental health as much as theirs. Take a look at this page for sources of support around Wakefield and links to information available online.
Wakefield District Services
Wakefield has a wide range of services available to help with mental health and related issues (such as finances, addiction and housing). There are services available for men, women and children.
Wakefield Citizen’s Advice Bureau
Provides free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities on a wide range of issues including benefits, debt, employment, housing, relationships, immigration and much more.
Call: 0344 411 1444
Well Women Centre
Offers a variety of emotional and practical support for women only, around wellbeing, including group work, counselling and a variety of therapies, providing a safe place and to be part of a learning community.
Call: 01924 211 114
Turning Point
The service is designed to provide quick and easy access to a range of psychological therapies – so you can get the help you need, when you need it.
Call: 01924 234 860
Andy’s Man Club
A talking group which provides a place for men to come together in a safe environment to talk about issues/problems they may have faced or are currently facing.
Carers Wakefield and District
Support unpaid adult carers in Wakefield district who give their time and energy to look after a family member or friend who needs support due to an illness or disability.
Call: 01924 305 544
Wakefield District Domestic Abuse Service
A comprehensive local support service.
Call: 0800 915 1561
More Money in My Pocket
More Money in My Pocket is an online hub run by Wakefield Council to help Wakefield residents make the most of their money.
It includes links for emergency funding, advice about applying for funding due to lockdown restrictions and the impact of Covid, and more general advice on how to make your money go further.
Get Cash Wise
A dedicated financial support team based in Wakefield, Get Cash Wise can help you to manage your household budget, apply for benefits and access grants to help you in the home.
The team can help you to switch utility providers to save money on your energy bills as well as work out which payments to make first to help you save money and pay off your debts.
Access a full list of mental health support services and contact details here: Wakefield – Positive Mental Health Support Services.
Additional Information for Parents and Carers
Babies Cry, You Can Cope!
For additional help and support with infant crying, please access the following:
ICON leaflet for Parents and Carers
ICON leaflet for Parents and Carers of a Premature Baby
You can speak to your health visitor and/or GP if you are worried about your baby’s crying, or if you are struggling to cope.
The NSPCC has helpful advice for all parents and carers about caring for an infant – Baby Parenting.
Safer Sleep for Babies
The Lullaby Trust has put together a collection of helpful tips and advice regarding safer sleep for babies up to the age of 6 months.
National Services
These services are recommended by the NHS for those living anywhere in England; you can access help at the following by visiting their websites or using the phone number posted.
Samaritans
Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline)
Mind
Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm)
SANE
Emotional support, information and guidance for people affected by mental illness, their families and carers.
Textcare – comfort and care via text message, sent when the person needs it most.
Relate
The UK’s largest provider of relationship support.
Relate
Refuge
Advice on dealing with domestic violence.
Phone: 0808 2000 247 (24-hour helpline)