Are you a Blue Coat parent or carer and also a key worker crucial to combating the COVID-19 pandemic, looking for information about childcare provision so that you can get to work? Please e-mail postbox@bluecoatfederation.co.uk with details. Emails are checked daily Monday to Friday.
We are aware there is a huge amount of information being discussed and recognise this may be overwhelming and sometimes conflicting, causing even more worry and stress.
Here are some reliable sources and contacts should you wish to discuss any concerns you may have;
Website
Organisation
Telephone Number
We are members of Advice UK, the UK’s largest support network for free, independent advice centres. Our experienced debt advisers are also members of the Institute of Money Advisors.
01922639700
FOOD BANK
We are a distribution centre for the Black County Food Bank, enabling us to offer support to local people who are experiencing temporary difficulties.
01922639700
Anxiety UK
0344 775774
Childline
0800 1111
Mind
The coronavirus pandemic is having a huge impact on our mental health. Help us be there for everyone who needs us at this crucial time.
0300 123 3393
Mind – Legal advice service
0300 466 6463
Re think mental illness
0300 500 0927
NSPCC
0808 800 5000
Samaritans
116 123
Shout crisis text line
If you are struggling to cope and need to talk, our trained Shout Volunteers are here for you, day or night.