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The Spark听is committed to ensuring that all Scottish residents have access to relationship support, through their free Relationship Helpline on 0808 802 2088 or via webchat at www.thespark.org.uk. They also offer Relationship Counselling for individuals, couples and families, available face to face, by telephone and online. There is a charge for these services; to find out more visit听听or via their appointments team on 0845 271 2711.

Relationships Scotland听offers relationship counselling, family mediation, child contact centres plus a variety of other family support services. Some services charge a minimal fee or ask for a donation and you can find out more by phone on 0845 119 2020, or visit听

Cruse Bereavement Care听is there to support you after the death of someone close. If someone you know has died and you need to talk, you can call their helpline or get in touch by email. Support is offered throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland including face to face, telephone, email and group support, as well as information, publications and bereavement support for children. Support in Scotland is offered through Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland: 0845 600 2227

Email: helpline@cruse.org.uk

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Bereavement Advice Centre听is a free helpline and web-based information service which supports and advises people on what they need to do after a death. They welcome calls from bereaved people and the professionals and volunteers who support them and aims to give straightforward, useful information, advice and signposting when you need it.

Helpline: 0800 634 9494 or 01789 265077 (9am to 5pm Monday to Friday)

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Samaritans听is available for anyone struggling to cope round the clock, every single day of the year. They provide a safe place to talk where calls are completely confidential. Get in touch by phone or email or find the details for the local branch online

Phone: 08457 90 90 90

Email: jo@samaritans.org

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Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation听exists to give help and hope to people affected by lung cancer. Their work includes lung cancer support groups across the UK, patient relief grants and telephone and online support via their helpline and website, as well as funding vital research to aid the early detection of lung cancer.

Helpline: 0333 323 7200

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Cancer Support Scotland听provides emotional and practical support on a one-to-one basis and through community-based groups to anyone affected by cancer, including family, friends and carers. This includes offering a range of free complementary and counselling therapies.

Phone: 0800 652 4531

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Macmillan Cancer Support听wants to make sure no one faces cancer alone. The charity provides medical, practical, emotional and financial support to cancer patients, their carers friends and family. You can get information from its website, emotional support through its telephone helpline and online community or benefits advice and one-off grants to help with the costs of cancer.

Helpline: 0808 808 0000

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Age UK听is a charity dedicated to improving later life for all. They provide free information, advice and support on the issues that matter to older people.

Age Scotland Helpline: 0845 125 9732

Alternatively visit their website where they can also put you in touch with your local Age UK.