Alternative support whilst waiting for adult social care services

Support for Carers, including those as young as five 

Caring can be rewarding but can also be stressful. Carers often feel alone and neglect their own health or wellbeing. Find support for: 

• Young carers 

• Young Adult Carers 16-25   

• Information about a wide range of Carer support 

• Signposts for Carers has information about carer support: 

• • Email them   

• • Call them on 01803 666620 

Additional support available 

Mental Health Support 

• Shout - 24/7 text service Text SHOUT to 85258 
• Calm - Helpline for men 5pm to midnight, 365 days a year 0800 585858
• First Response Service (FRS) – call 111
• Samaritans 24/7 helpline 116 123
• Papyrus Under 35's Helpline 0800 068 4141 

Other help available 

Torbay community helpline - 01803 446022 

Paignton community hub  –  07562 780102 

Torbay and Devon Safeguarding Adults Partnership 

Devon Advocacy 

Healthwatch Torbay - share feedback about your care experience  

Email Adult Social Care - about non urgent matters   

We work closely with the Torbay Communities Team. They provide a wide range of support, information, and advice by connecting you with local resources. They can help with:  

• budgeting 

• benefits 

• debt management 

• housing advice 

• domestic abuse support 

• befriending services 

They also offer guidance through community builders. They will help connect people with local groups and activities.