There are times when we all need a little help and often the problem is knowing where to find it. In this section you will find organisations that may be able to help you.

(We hope to add more information to this section and details to items listed – blue heading link to web sites).

 

? ... grab the meic - free confidential advice for under 25's for more information visit www.meiccymru.org

Looking for information for young people? Have you visited the sprout?

We are not talking about the vegetable that every one loves to hate we are talking about a great information website that is aimed at giving young people in Cardiff the information that they need check it out at the sprout

 

Debt and Financial Advice

Cardiff Credit Union Tel: 029 2087 2373
At Cardiff Credit Union we specialise in small loans; from as little as £100 - and unsecured loans of up to £15,000 for regular savers.

Speakeasy Advice Centre Tel: 029 2045 3111
Speakeasy gives debt and benefit advice and arrange appointments at the Beacon Centre on Tuesdays via appointment. They are available at their main offices for appointments at other times.

Citizens Advice Bureau Tel: 029 2034 6490
1-7 Castle Street
Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF10 1BS
Advice on a whole range of issues from debt to health.

Job Centre Plus Tel: 0845 606 0234
Looking for a job? Job Centre Plus (Cardiff) will give you some idea of some of the jobs available in the Cardiff area.

HM Revenue & Customs 0845 300 3949

Life controlling problems

Many people struggle with life controlling problems and here are some agencies that may be able to help you.

Drinkline   0800 917 8282
Advice on sensible drinking and alcohol misuse
Open 24hrs for advice on drinking

Gamcare   0845 6000 133
For Gamblers and those affected by problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk

Release  0845 450 0215
Legal and drug advice for users, family and friends

Struggling with a relationship problems or abuse?

Many people need help in difficult relationship situations or situations of abuse. Below are some helpful numbers and contacts.

Elder Abuse Response  0800 8088 141

Relateline  0300 100 1234
Relationship counselling and support

Samaritans  0845 790 9090

Welsh Women's Aid  029 2039 0874

 

Child care and family issues

Are you looking for information, help or advice on childcare or children’s activities in Cardiff?

The Family Information Service (FIS) provides FREE advice and information on a range of childcare options and activities for children aged 0-20, their families or carers.

Website: www.childcareincardiff.info/fis

Telephone: 029 2035 1700

Home-Start  St Mellons

Check out their website

Home-Start is a family support charity offering regular support, friendship and practical help to families under stress in their own home, helping to prevent family crisis and breakdown.  We recruit and train volunteers, who are usually parents themselves, to visit families at home who have at least one child under the age of 5, to offer informal, friendly and confidential support.

If you would like some family support, or would like to find out more about becoming a home-visiting volunteer, please contact us:

Home-Start St Mellons
Rainbow House,
1 Newent Road
St Mellons
Cardiff CF3 0BL

Tel. 029 20360876/07956 618168

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homestartcardiffeast.org.uk

St Mellons Community Creche

The crèche is set up to provide good quality affordable childcare to enable parents to access local learning and training. The crèche is sessional and you will only be able to access the service if you’re signed up on a training course.

Gingerbread 
0800 018 5026
Advice for lone parents 029 20471900

If you have been affected by crime, Victim Support can help.

Victim Support is the independent national charity which helps South Wales residents cope with the effects of crime.

They have trained volunteers who can:

Talk to you in confidence
Provide information on police and court procedures, compensation, and insurance
Help you deal with other organizations
Provide other sources of help

If you need help and advice, we can put you in touch with Victim Support or you can contact them directly.

Wherever you are in South Wales, Victim Support have a single number you can call.

Simply dial 0845 612 1900 between 8am and 8pm to speak to a member of one of the victim care teams.

Other Useful Contacts

Age Concern and Help the Aged in Wales 029 2043 1555

Cardiff Council 029 2087 2000

Connect to Cardiff (English)  029 2087 2087 (Welsh)  029 2087 2088

Commission for Racial Equality 029 2038 8977

Cruse Bereavement Care 029 2022 6300

Mind info line 0845 766 0163

Dial UK 013 0231 0123
Disability information and advice line

NHS Direct Wales 0845 4647

National Missing Person Helpline 0500 700 700

Police 029 2022 2111

RSPCA 0300 1234 999

Consumer Credit Counselling Service 0800 138 1111

Sexual Health Direct 0845 122 8690

Shelter Cymru 029 2055 6120

Single Non Emergency Number 101

Traveline Cymru 0871 200 2233

Wales Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 8010 800

Problems with your Water or Gas?

Dwr Cymru Welsh Water
Problems with water supply   0800 052 0130

Pressure Problems/ Ongoing Incidents  0800 281 432

Leakage Problems  0800 085 3968

Sewage Line  0800 281 141

National Gas Emergency Service 0800 111 999

Western Power Distribution 0800 052 0400