Chilton Hall Community Church is committed to helping and supporting our neighbours. We recognise that during the past year many have suffered in different ways due to COVID 19.
As Christians we believe that we have a loving Heavenly Father who knows our every thought and need. We want to bring His love and care into our community.
We understand the need for friends who can support and help in times of difficulty.
Please contact us if you need to talk, would like someone to pray with or for you or if you need help in some practical way.
We have put together a list of contacts that you may find helpful in your personal circumstances.
The Samaritans of Bury St Edmunds and West Suffolk:
If you need someone to talk to there are volunteers who offer confidential chat on the phone or e-mail.
Website: http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-bury-st-edmunds-and-west-suffolk
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Local telephone contact: 01284 750 000
National telephone contact: 116 123 (this number is free to call)
Citizen’s Advice Bureau (CAB)
The CAB can refer people to many different agencies to support various needs or concerns.
You can contact your local CAB .
5 Milton Rd S, Stowmarket IP14 1E
Mon–Thurs 9.30-15.30. Fri 9.30-12.30 Closed Sat and Sun
01449 676060 /01449 676280
You can visit without an appointment.
The CAB can also make referrals to:
Stowmarket Foodbank
The Forge Community Church furniture bank
The Salvation Army (helping the homeless; providing toys at Christmas)
Stowmarket Relief Trust – furniture, carpets, white goods
Needham Market & Barking Trust – (like Stowmarket Relief Trust)
Suffolk Baby Bank near Ipswich – As well as baby supplies, they can also help with toys, clothes, accessories, homeware, and furniture.
Homelessness and Housing Support
What to do if you are at risk of becoming homeless, you are already homeless or need emergency accommodation for tonight. www.midsuffolk.gov.uk/housing/homeless-advice
If you need help with housing support: www.suffolk.gov.uk/apply-for-housing-related-support
Customer First (Social Services)
If you have experiencing problems at home with social care, Customer First will be able to advise you on how to move forward.
They are there to help and support people in problem relationships, who may be suffering from abuse, emotional and physical.
Freephone: 0808 800 4005
Email: customer.first@suffolk.gov.uk
Monday to Thursday 8am to 5:20pm, Fridays 8am to 4:20pm excluding bank holidays.
Contact adult social care (Customer First) | Suffolk County Council