Family information directory

SECHC aims to give any person affected by cancer an opportunity to explore ways which may help them to cope with their situation. The centre aims to respect and support them in the choices they make and to provide individual and group support, complementary therapies,… Read more

The Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline is a national service for women experiencing domestic violence or their family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf. The Helpline can give support, help and information over the telephone, 24 hours a day. If you… Read more

Rights of Women is a charity for women which works in a number of ways to help women through the law. The charity provides various telephone helplines which offer legal advice as well as publications providing legal information. Read more

Step Change offer tailored advice and practical solutions to help individuals and families manage debt and make a fresh start. They also have an online benefits calculator, card repayment calculator and debt consolidation calculator. Read more

AT EASE is an unincorporated voluntary group offering free services to members of the Armed Forces, their families and friends. Read more

They provide resettlement services for those leaving the Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force and Royal Marines regardless of time served. They provide you with flexible support from two years before discharge, through to two years after. They'll give you all the tools you need to market… Read more

The Mayor of Guildford's Local Support Fund helps people facing financial problems. You can apply for a grant from the Mayor of Guildford's Local Support Fund if you live in the borough, and you have been referred to them. The largest grant that can be given… Read more

Bereavement Advice Centre is a free helpline and web-based information service. It gives practical information, advice and signposting on the many issues and procedures that individuals face after the death of someone close. Read more

Care for Guildford is a good neighbour scheme where volunteers help local people who cannot get out and about on their own. Services include: transport to GP surgeries, clinics, dentists and hospitals, they also do shopping on behalf of a client or doing small one… Read more

The Sick Children's Trust provide free ‘Home from Home’ accommodation, as well as emotional and practical support to families with sick children in hospital in the UK. Read more