Support Services

helplines

If you’re worried about your child’s welfare or concerned about the effect their online activity is having on your family, it’s important to reach out.

There are several places you and your child can turn to in times of turmoil and it’s vital that your child is aware that they’re not alone.

Even if they don’t feel like they can talk to you or someone else in their close circle, Childline is always there to listen without judgement and offer support.

 

Childline and ISPCC

 

Your child can get in touch by calling 1800 66 66 66 or by going to childline.ie and availing of the live messaging service.

ISPCC also has a Parenting Support Line that you can contact between 9am-1pm Monday-Friday by calling 01 522 4300 or emailing [email protected].

This is a confidential listening service, offering information, advice and emotional support to members of the public who contact us on any issue in relation to child protection and welfare.

The service is primarily aimed at individuals who have family relationship or parenting needs, as well as those who may have concerns in relation to children.

It enables the individual caller to talk over their needs with a professional ISPCC staff member who offers non-judgemental support, information and guidance.

 

Other Irish Support Services

An Garda Síochána

An Garda Síochána is the national police service of Ireland. For general enquiries, call 1800 666 111. In an emergency, call 999/112

hotline

Hotline.ie

Hotline.ie exists to combat the distribution and proliferation of illegal content, eg. child sexual abuse content. Call 1890 610 710 or email [email protected]

Webwise

Webwise offers advice, information and free education resources for parents, carers and teachers. Visit webwise.ie for more details

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