National Useful Contacts

CareAware Information and Advice Service, for funding long term care ~ 0300 303 3858

National Debtline, free confidential/independent debt advice ~ 0808 808 4000

Re-engage, arranges Sunday afternoon tea for people who live alone, 75 years+ ~ 0800 716 543

Samaritans, call us free any time, from any phone ~ 116 123

Shelter, the housing and homelessness charity, national helpline ~ 0808 800 4444

Tax Help, qualified advice for people in later life on a low income ~ 01308 488066

Telephone Preference Service (TPS), end receiving unsolicited calls ~ 0345 070 0707

The Silver Line, free helpline for older people, information, friendship, advice ~ 0800 470 8090

Winter Fuel Payment Government Information Line ~ 0800 731 0160