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Winter and the festive season can be a time of joy, but for many, it can also bring challenges.
Whether you’re feeling lonely, struggling to make ends meet, or simply need a listening ear, support is available.
This guide brings together local services ready to help you through the colder months – because no one should face winter alone.
General Cost of Living advice: armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/costofliving/
| Community Advice ABC
Our Community Advice Offices based in Armagh, Banbridge, Lurgan and Portadown offer borough residents free, independent, confidential, and impartial advice, advocacy, and information. Tel: 0330 135 9733 |
Salvation Army
Provides help and support to those in need, offering emergency support, foodbank assistance and more. 76-82 Union Street, |
| The Society of St Vincent de Paul Offers direct, personal assistance that is non-judgmental and based on the need of the individual or family.Tel: 028 9035 1561 Web: www.svp.ie/requesthelp 07561011117
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Armagh Food Bank Provides support to families following a referral from GP / Social Worker etc.Mobile: 077 5268 0805 Email: info@armagh.foodbank.org.uk Normal opening times 10.30am-12.30pm Tuesdays and Saturdays. Banbridge Food Bank Craigavon Food Bank Tel: 0333 050 7702 Dromore Food Bank M: 079 4678 3279 |
| SOCIAL SUPERMARKET PROVIDERS
Stepping Stones Pantry – Armagh The Bridge Pantry – Banbridge Freedom Foods Pantry – Lurgan Freedom Foods Pantry – Portadown Via Wings Larder – Dromore |
Mental Health Support
Lifeline – 24/7 helpline 0808 808 8000 Samaritans – Call 116 123 Minding Your Head – www.mindingyourhead.info Youth Wellness Web – https://cypsp.hscni.net/youth-wellness-web/
IMPORTANT NUMBERS FOR YOUR SAFETY PSNI – 999 Emergency / 101 Non-Emergency Domestic Violence 24/7 helpline – 0808 802 1414
If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out. A simple call or message can make a big difference. Together, we hope everyone can feel supported this winter.
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