Clare Adamson MSP Motherwell and Wishaw
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Helpful Links
If you contact my office, we will do our best to help. We are a small team and we receive hundreds of enquiries.
The following links to organisations may be able to offer support.
Social Security
Citizens' Advice Scotland
Citizens’ Advice Scotland provides free, confidential, and impartial advice on a range of issues that affect people. You can find out more online at cas.org.uk or by phoning their helpline free on 0800 028 1456.
Advice Direct Scotland
The Scottish Government funds Advice Direct Scotland which offers expert guidance and support on a wide range of essential services. You can find out more at advicedirect.scot or call free on 0808 800 9060.
Social Security Scotland
Putting dignity, fairness and respect at the heart of everything , at Social Security Scotland everyone is welcomed and treated equally.
Call Social Security Scotland free on 0800 182 2222 to find out about if you are eligible for additional support.
Motherwell CAS
The Motherwell and Wishaw Citizens Advice Bureau can assist residents with advice by phoning 0808 196 9180, emailing Bureau@MotherwellCAB.casonline.org.uk, or by visiting the office at 90 Brandon Parade East, Motherwell ML1 1LY.
Turn2Us
Turn2us helps people in financial hardship to gain access to social security benefits, charitable, grants and support services – alongside a free benefits calculator.  You can call them on 0808 802 2000, 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday. All calls are free from a UK landline and from most mobiles.
Pension Credit
For people affected by the UK Government decision to end universal provision for Winter Fuel Payment, you can find out about eligibility and apply for Pension Credit online at gov.uk/pension-credit/how-to-claim or by phoning the Pension Credit claim line on 0800 99 1234.  A friend or family member can call for you. 
Health and Wellbeing
SAMH
Scottish Action for Mental Health (SAMH) – Scotland’s national mental health charity - provides mental health social care support, addictions and employment services, among others. For more: samh.org.uk
NHS Inform
NHS Inform is Scotland's national health information service helping the people in Scotland to make informed decisions about their own health and the health of the people they care for. Visit nhsinform.scot
In an emergency, dial 999.
CALM
CALM is here for everyone who’s struggling and to provide life-saving support for anyone affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts. Call the CALM helpline on 0800 58 58 58
Samaritans
If you are going through a tough time, you can call Samaritans free, any time day or night on 116 123. Contact a Samaritan​​
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NHS Lanarkshire
NHS Lanarkshire is the third largest health board in Scotland. We serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in Lanarkshire. Visit NHS Lanarkshire
Shout
Shout is the UK's first and only 24/7 text service for anyone in crisis. Get free, confidential mental health support anytime, anywhere. Text 'Shout' to 85258.
Carers and Community
Carers Trust
Carers Trust is a major charity for, with and about carers. We work to improve support, services and recognition for anyone living with the challenges of caring, unpaid, for a family member or friend who is ill, frail, disabled or has mental health or addiction problems. Call 01698 428090
Lanarkshire Carers
Lanarkshire Carers is a resource for carers across Lanarkshire to access information, advice and a range of direct support services to support them in their caring roles. More at lanarkshirecarers.org.uk or by phoning 01698 428090
Newmains Lunch Club
The Newmains Lunch Club is held every Tuesday and Thursday in Coltness Memorial Church between 12.00-13.30. It is open to anyone over the age of 50 and provides a meal, good company and outings throughout the year.
North Lanarkshire Carers Together
As a Carer, you may need support to help you in your caring role. You can register as a carer with North Lanarkshire Carers Together. More at carerstogether.org or by phoning 01698 404055
Motherwell FC
Motherwell Football Club Community Trust runs a number of programmes, including ‘The Changing Room’ which is encouraging young men 18 and over, to come together over the course of 12 weeks, build social connections, and have fun. Please email community@motherwellfc.co.uk for more information.
Wellbeing Café
The Food for Thought Café and Wellbeing Centre is open Monday-Saturday from 10-5pm. Run by Lanarkshire Association for Mental Health (LAMH), who have been supporting and guiding people through their mental health journey since 1983. Find our more online at lamh.org.uk or by calling 01698 476726.