[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/happymums.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/jose-larrazolo-S8bde3hkBR8-unsplash.jpg” background_enable_mask_style=”on” background_mask_style=”chevrons” background_mask_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_mask_aspect_ratio=”portrait” background_mask_blend_mode=”overlay” min_height=”501.7px” custom_margin=”||-3px|||” custom_padding=”||18px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”|auto|74px|auto||” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(247,247,126,0.68)” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Support: One Piece at a Time” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”108deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0) 3%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 63%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
We know how heavy it can feel when you\u2019re trying to hold everything together.
Motherhood. Mental health. Life.<\/p>\n
This page isn\u2019t about fixing it all in one go.
It\u2019s about finding what fits. One piece at a time.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll find a list of organisations we regularly share in our support groups \u2014 from local services to national helplines, for everything from crisis care to long-term support.<\/p>\n
No pressure. No perfect path. Just options \u2014 ready for when you are.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”||28px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Maternal Mental Health Support” _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ background_color=”#F4E11E” custom_padding=”20px|||20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#F41E45″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Perinatal Mental Health Team (Cumbria)<\/strong> <\/p>\n Maternal Mental Health Team (Cumbria)<\/strong> Together We – Carry Birth Trauma Association<\/strong> <\/p>\n SANDS (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Charity)<\/strong> <\/p>\n Silent Footprint (Cumbria)<\/strong> <\/p>\n The Motherhood Group<\/strong> <\/p>\n Maternity Voices Partnership (Cumbria)<\/strong> <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Men’s Mental Health ” _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ background_color=”#F4E11E” custom_padding=”20px|||20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#F41E45″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Andy\u2019s Man Club<\/strong> Mentalk Brampton<\/strong><\/p>\n Mentalk is a peer support group for men to discuss their mental health and issues that are bothering them. <\/b><\/span>The group runs alternative Tuesdays (2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month) from 7:00pm at Brampton Community Centre <\/p>\n Offload Cumbria\u00a0<\/strong><\/span> Closed down 2025<\/strong> CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)<\/strong> \n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Mental Health & Emotional Support” _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ background_color=”#F4E11E” custom_padding=”20px|||20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#F41E45″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Mind<\/strong> <\/p>\n NHS North Cumbria Talking Therapies<\/strong> <\/p>\n Together We<\/strong> <\/p>\n Growing Well<\/strong> <\/p>\n Mindline Cumbria<\/strong> <\/p>\n Shout<\/strong> Samaritans<\/strong> \n CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)<\/strong> Kooth (Young People) \/ Qwell (Adults)<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong>Every Life Matters (Cumbria)<\/strong> <\/p>\n Rethink Mental Illness<\/strong> SANE<\/strong> \n Mental Health Foundation<\/strong> \n Hub of Hope<\/strong> \n Time to Change<\/strong> \n Switchboard LGBTQ+<\/strong> \n Always Another Way<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(173,175,174,0.29)” custom_padding=”||28px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Family & Parenting Support” _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ background_color=”#F4E11E” custom_padding=”20px|||20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#F41E45″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Health Visitors (Cumbria)<\/strong> You can contact the Healthy Child Hub directly:<\/p>\n Cumberland:<\/strong> 0300 304 9029 (9am\u20135pm)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Westmorland and Furness:<\/strong> 0300 304 9039 (8:30am\u20135pm)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n More information<\/a><\/p>\n Midwives (Cumbria)<\/strong> Community midwives contact numbers:<\/strong> You can also connect with the Maternity Voices Partnership<\/a> if you’d like to share feedback on maternity care.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n Cumberland Family Hubs<\/strong><\/p>\n One-stop shops for all your family and well-being needs across Cumberland: Westmorland and Furness Family Hubs\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n One-stop shops for all your family and well-being needs across Westmorland and Furness<\/p>\n wandffamilyhelp.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Family Action \u2013 FamilyLine<\/strong> Call: 0808 802 6666<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Text: 07537 404 282<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Email: familyline@family-action.org.uk<\/a> <\/p>\n Cumbria Family Support<\/strong> <\/p>\n Barnardo\u2019s<\/strong> <\/p>\n Team Evie<\/strong> <\/p>\n Child Bereavement UK<\/strong> <\/p>\n Spiral (Cumbria)<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Abuse, Trauma & Crisis Support” _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ background_color=”#F4E11E” custom_padding=”20px|||20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#F41E45″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Safety Net (Cumbria)<\/strong> <\/p>\n The Bridgeway (Cumbria)<\/strong> <\/p>\n Freedom Project West Cumbria<\/strong> \n Victim Support (Cumbria)<\/strong> \n National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge)<\/strong> \n Women\u2019s Aid \u2013 Survivor\u2019s Handbook<\/strong> \n Respect \u2013 Men\u2019s Advice Line<\/strong> \n Galop<\/strong> \n Karma Nirvana<\/strong> \n The Survivors Trust<\/strong> Growing Well<\/strong> <\/p>\n Rape Crisis<\/strong> <\/p>\n Mindline Cumbria<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”||28px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Neurodiversity & Additional Needs” _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ background_color=”#F4E11E” custom_padding=”20px|||20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#F41E45″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Carlisle Mencap<\/span> Diff-Ability<\/strong> Bee Unique<\/strong> 4 Eden<\/strong> Team Autism<\/strong> People First<\/strong> Sendiass Cumbria<\/strong> Ican \/ WeCan (Carlisle)<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Practical Life Support” _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ background_color=”#F4E11E” custom_padding=”20px|||20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#F41E45″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Citizens Advice Cumbria<\/strong> Healthwatch Cumbria<\/strong> PALS (Patient Advice and Liaison Service)<\/strong> Cafcass<\/strong> Step Forward<\/strong> Joy App<\/strong>
Support during pregnancy and up to 12 months after birth. For moderate to severe mental health difficulties.
Accessed via referral from your GP, midwife, or health visitor.
Part of the NHS Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service.
More info on service<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for people experiencing trauma related to birth, pregnancy loss, or neonatal care.
Referral can be made by a healthcare professional.
01768 245954
mmhs@ncic.nhs.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/strong>Specific Maternal Mental Health Support from Together We, includes one-to-one link work, psycho-education groups and Sling support\u00a0
jo@togetherwe.uk<\/a>
www.togetherwecic.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for anyone who\u2019s had a difficult or traumatic birth experience.
0203 621 6338
www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Support after the death of a baby, before, during or shortly after birth.
0808 164 3332
www.sands.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Peer-led support around pregnancy loss and stillbirth. Home | Silent Footprints Cumbria<\/a>
silentfootprint2019@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n
Creating safe spaces and peer support for Black mothers.
info@motherhoodgroup.com<\/a>
www.themotherhoodgroup.com<\/a><\/p>\n
Championing better maternity care by listening to the voices of parents.
carlisleeden@matvoices.uk<\/span><\/span><\/a> or <\/a>westcumbria@matvoices.uk<\/a>
West North East Cumbria Maternity Voices Partnership<\/a>
<\/a><\/p>\n
Free peer support groups for men to come together, talk and be heard \u2014 no pressure, no judgement. Every Monday in a venue near you.
info@andysmanclub.co.uk<\/a>
www.andysmanclub.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/span>www.facebook.com\/people\/Mentalk-Brampton<\/a><\/p>\n
Men\u2019s mental health support groups in a relaxed, non-clinical environment. Come as you are.<\/span>
offloadcumbria@outlook.com<\/a><\/span>
www.facebook.com\/offloadcumbria<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n
A national service supporting men who are feeling low or suicidal. Offers webchat, resources and a helpline every day from 5pm\u2013midnight.
www.thecalmzone.net<\/a><\/p>\n
One of the UK\u2019s leading mental health charities. Offers trusted information, a peer community, and local support through its network of Local Minds.
www.mind.org.uk<\/a>
0300 123 3393 | info@mind.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
(formerly First Step)
Free, confidential NHS support for common mental health problems like anxiety, depression and trauma. Self-referral available \u2014 you don\u2019t need a GP to get started.
Part of Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust.
0300 123 9122
More info<\/a><\/p>\n
Cumbrian-based support for mental health and wellbeing through counselling, peer groups and community programmes.
www.togetherwe.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
A mental health charity that combines working farms with structured therapeutic support.
Based in Cumbria \u2014 real connection, real recovery.
07512 316568
www.growingwell.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
A safe, non-judgemental space to talk.
Open Mon\u2013Fri: 12pm\u201311pm | Sat\u2013Sun: 5pm\u201311pm
www.mindlinecumbria.org<\/a><\/p>\n
Text support from trained volunteers, 24\/7. Free, confidential and immediate.
Text SHOUT to 85258
www.giveusashout.org<\/a><\/p>\n
Available 24\/7 for anyone feeling overwhelmed, distressed or in crisis.
Call 116 123 (free from any phone)
www.samaritans.org<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for men struggling with mental health or suicidal thoughts.
Webchat and helpline open daily, 5pm\u2013midnight.
www.thecalmzone.net<\/a><\/p>\n
Free, anonymous mental health support online \u2014 with live chat, articles, forums, and counselling.
Young People: www.kooth.com<\/a>
Adults: www.qwell.io<\/a><\/p>\n
Suicide prevention charity offering training, resources, and local signposting.
info@every-life-matters.org.uk<\/a>
www.every-life-matters.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Peer support groups, housing services, crisis support and information for people living with severe mental illness.
www.rethink.org<\/a><\/p>\n
Out-of-hours support and an online community for people living with complex mental health issues.
www.sane.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Evidence-based guides, resources, and toolkits to support your mental wellbeing.
www.mentalhealth.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
A national mental health database that brings together support in your area \u2014 NHS, charities and community.
www.hubofhope.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Campaigning to end mental health stigma and discrimination.
www.time-to-change.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Confidential support for LGBTQ+ people by LGBTQ+ volunteers.
0300 330 0630 | 10am\u201310pm every day
www.switchboard.lgbt<\/a><\/p>\n
Mental health and wellbeing support across West Cumbria. Offers a wide range of services including counselling, peer support, and crisis help for children, young people and adults.
www.alwaysanotherway.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Health visitors are there to support you from late pregnancy right up until your child turns five. They can help with feeding, sleep, development checks and those \u201cIs this normal?\u201d questions we all have.<\/p>\n\n
Midwives offer care during pregnancy, birth and beyond. They’re often the first people to notice when something\u2019s not quite right \u2014 physically or emotionally.<\/p>\n
Appleby: 01768 353719
Brampton: 016977 41365
Carlisle: 01228 814872
Cockermouth: 01900 705760
Copeland: 01946 523229
Keswick and Penrith: 01768 245558
Maryport: 01900 705033
Wigton: 016973 66609
Workington: 01900 705033<\/p>\n
National support line for coping with crying babies
Cry-sis Helpline – 0800 448 0737 – Lines open 7 days a week 9am – 10pm<\/span>
www.cry-sis.org.uk<\/a><\/div>\n
cumberlandfamilyhubs.org.uk\u00a0<\/a>
Maryport \u2013 01900 706164
Whitehaven \u2013 01946 506378
Workington \u2013 01900 706140
Millom \u2013 01229 404045
Wigton \u2013 01228 226081
Morton, Carlisle \u2013 01228 223417
Longtown \u2013 01228 226697<\/p>\n
Family life isn\u2019t always easy. If you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed, isolated or stuck, FamilyLine offers free emotional support and guidance.<\/p>\n\n
www.family-action.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Helping families through difficult times \u2014 whether that\u2019s a rough patch in parenting, relationship struggles, or extra stress at home. Friendly, practical, non-judgemental.
01768 593102
www.cumbriafamilysupport.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Wide-ranging support for children and families across the UK \u2014 from safeguarding to emotional wellbeing.
www.barnardos.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for families of seriously ill children, offering practical resources and emotional support.
www.teamevie.org<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for children who are grieving \u2014 or for parents facing the unthinkable loss of a child.
0800 0288 840
www.childbereavementuk.org<\/a><\/p>\n
For children and young people experiencing bullying, low confidence or emotional distress.
01228 642640
maryann@spiralcumbria.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for people affected by rape, exploitation, sexual and domestic abuse \u2014 including children and young people.
01228 515859
www.safetynetuk.org<\/a><\/p>\n
24\/7 support for anyone who has experienced sexual assault. They offer medical care, emotional support, and guidance on reporting (if and when you’re ready).
0808 118 6432
www.thebridgeway.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Domestic abuse support for women, men, and children.
Mon\u2013Fri, office hours.
www.freedom-project-west-cumbria.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Practical and emotional support for anyone affected by crime \u2014 recent or historic.
Local line: 0300 303 0157
National (24\/7): 0808 1689 111
www.victimsupport.org.uk\/cumbria<\/a><\/p>\n
Free, confidential support available 24\/7 for women experiencing domestic abuse.
0808 2000 247
www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Online guide for women navigating domestic abuse. Covers housing, legal rights, tech safety and more.
www.womensaid.org.uk\/the-survivors-handbook<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for men experiencing domestic abuse.
0808 8010 327
www.mensadviceline.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
LGBTQ+ anti-violence charity. Offers specialist support for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse.
0800 999 5428
www.galop.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for victims of honour-based abuse and forced marriage.
0800 5999 247 (Mon\u2013Fri, 9am\u20135pm)
www.karmanirvana.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
National umbrella organisation offering resources, helpline support and a directory of specialist services for sexual violence survivors.
Helpline: 0808 801 0818
www.thesurvivorstrust.org<\/a><\/p>\n
A mental health charity that combines working farms with structured therapeutic support.
Based in Cumbria \u2014 real connection, real recovery.
07512 316568
www.growingwell.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
24\/7 national helpline and access to local centres for anyone affected by sexual violence.
0808 500 2222
www.rapecrisis.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
A safe, non-judgemental space to talk.
Open Mon\u2013Fri: 12pm\u201311pm | Sat\u2013Sun: 5pm\u201311pm
www.mindlinecumbria.org<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/strong>Family Autism Information, Advice and Guidance Service. For families of diagnosed children age 0-19. Covers: Carlisle & Eden, Allerdale & Copeland, South Lakes and Furness areas.\u00a0
<\/strong>01228 674393
enquiries@carlislemencap.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Advocacy and training around learning disabilities and inclusion.
info@diffability.co.uk<\/a>
www.diffability.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Raising autism awareness and supporting autistic children and their families.
beeuniquecharity@gmail.com<\/a>
www.beeuniquecharity.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Community-based support for people with learning disabilities and autism. Focused on independence, inclusion and meaningful activity.
www.4eden.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Support for autistic adults \u2014 including peer groups and mentoring.
07748 350587
susan@teamautism.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
A user-led charity supporting people with learning difficulties to have their voices heard.
0300 303 8037
www.peoplefirstcumbria.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service. Independent support for parents, carers and young people navigating education and EHCP processes.
07788 360336 or 07825 584865
www.cumbria.gov.uk\/childrensservices\/sendiass<\/a><\/p>\n
Support around confidence, wellbeing, communication and independence for people with additional needs.
01228 819101
www.cumbriapartnership.nhs.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Free advice on benefits, debt, housing, employment, and more.
0808 278 7844
www.citizensadvice.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Helping you navigate health and social care \u2014 and making sure your voice is heard.
0300 303 8567
www.healthwatchcumberland.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Support with NHS complaints, hospital issues and healthcare rights.
Available via your local hospital\u2019s PALS office.
More info<\/a><\/p>\n
Supports children and families through family court processes \u2014 including custody and contact arrangements.
0300 456 4000 or 0808 175 3333
www.cafcass.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Helping people experiencing mental health challenges return to work or training.
01768 800350
www.stepforwardcumbria.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Find local support services in just a few clicks \u2014 from mental health to finances to community groups.
www.thejoyapp.com<\/a><\/p>\n