Useful links
Action for Children
Action for Children is a national charity which helps children who are at risk or in care, vulnerable young people and families under pressure. Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Call 01923 361 500 or visit Action for Children website.
Barnardos
Barnardo’s works directly with over 100,000 children, young people and their families every year. They run 415 vital projects across the UK, including counselling for children who have been abused, fostering and adoption services, vocational training and disability inclusion groups. Call 0121 550 5271 then press 6 for West Midlands or visit Barnardos' website
The Prince’s Trust
Youth charity that helps change young lives. They give practical and financial support, developing key workplace skills such as confidence and motivation. They work with 14 to 30-year-olds who have struggled at school, have been in care, are long-term unemployed or have been in trouble with the law. Call 0800 842842 or visit the Prince’s Trust website.