Other support services
Age 50+ support
Benefits, heating and other advice as well as wider support for the over 50s.
01942 615880
Borrowing
If you do need to borrow money, Credit Unions are local not-for-profit firms which can provide low-cost loans subject to affordability.
Find your credit union
Domestic abuse
Wigan Borough Domestic Abuse Service
Charity providing counselling, advice and support for those affected by domestic violence and abuse.
01942 311365
Drug and alcohol
We are with you
Charity providing free, confidential support to people experiencing issues with drugs or alcohol.
01942 827979
Gambling
Beacon Counselling Trust
Local support for anyone affected by gambling, including those affected by someone else's gambling.
0151 226 0696
Homelessness
Wigan Housing Options
Help if you are homeless, or at risk of homelessness.
www.wigan.gov.uk/Homelessness
Mental health
Mental Health Crisis Line
For anyone worried about their mental health or feeling as if they need support or help.
0800 953 0285 (24 hr helpline)
Think Wellbeing
Free NHS therapy for adults aged 16 and over with common mental health problems.
01942 764449
Private rented sector
PSH Advice
Help for private housing tenant on: property standards, landlord harassment, illegal eviction plus general advice and support.
pshadvice@wigan.gov.uk
Tenants of social housing providers
Registered social landlords provide many of the advice services described throughout this tool. Tenants of these providers may want to check with their provider first, to find out what support they can offer.