During this cost-of-living crisis, it is important that the constituents of Glasgow Central are given as much support as possible. There are a number of services available in the Glasgow Central constituency to help during what will be a difficult time for many. These services can be found below:
Emergency Services
Emergency: 999
Non-emergency : 101
NHS 24: 111
Deaf, deafened, hard of hearing or speech impaired callers using a Textphone (minicom) should dial 18000 in an emergency.
General Advice
Citizens Advice Bureau – Bridgeton
35 Main Street
Glasgow
G40 1QB
Book an appointment: https://www.bridgetoncab.org.uk/get-advice
Send an email: https://www.bridgetoncab.org.uk/get-advice
Tel: 0141 554 0336
Citizens Advice Bureau – Glasgow Central
3rd Floor, The Mitchell Library
201 North Street
Glasgow
G3 7DN
Drop-ins available Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 4.30pm
Send an email: https://www.glasgowcentralcab.org.uk/get-advice
Tel: 0141 552 5556
Advice Direct Scotland
Scotland’s largest advice agency – provides advice on home heating, energy, money, etc.
Webstie: https://www.advicedirect.scot/contact/
Help with food and fuel
Foodbanks around the Glasgow Central constituency
Trussell Trust Foodbank Finder: https://www.trusselltrust.org/get-help/find-a-foodbank/
Glasgow Community Food Map will direct you to free food parcels and free meals in Glasgow: https://www.urbanroots.org.uk/freefood/
Govanhill People’s Pantry
The People’s Pantry is a membership-led shop that provides good quality food at a subsidised rate.
488 Cathcart Road
Glasgow
G42 7BX
Tel: 0141 433 2999
Email: info@govanhillbaths.com
Website: https://www.govanhillbaths.com/pantry/
Garnethill Pantry
CWIN has been running a food security programme since 2012. In February 2022 we transformed our former food bank into a community food hub, enabling our community members to access community food provision with more dignity and have choice over the food they take home.
Garnethill Multicultural Centre
21 Rose Street
Glasgow
G3 6RE
Tel: 0141 573 0978
Website: https://www.cwin.org.uk/services/garnethill-multicultural-food-hub/
Pollokshields Community Food Point
Pollokshields Community Food Point is located at 423 Shields Road in Pollokshields, Glasgow. We stock fruit and vegetables, milk and bread, tinned goods and other groceries, and basic household essentials for those living in the G41 area of Glasgow and struggling to afford their weekly shopping. When possible, we also offer hot meals cooked by members of Pollokshields Mutual Aid.
423 Shields Road
Pollokshields
Glasgow
G41 1NY
Open Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 3pm to 5pm.
Website: https://www.pollokshieldsmutualaid.org/communityfoodpoint
Fuel Banks in Glasgow
Fuel Banks are currently available in selected foodbanks and advice agencies across Great Britain and provide a top up voucher that provides approximately two weeks’ worth of fuel to clients who use a prepayment meter to heat their home and to cook with, and who have been deemed as in ‘crisis need’ by an independent referrer.
Available at:
Glasgow SE Foodbank
Distribution Centre
Glasgow Elim Church
42 Inglefield Street
Glasgow, G42 7AT
Glasgow NW Foodbank
36 Millbrix Avenue
Scotstoun
Glasgow
G14 0EP
Website: https://www.fuelbankfoundation.org/
Support for customers of energy companies
Many energy companies have advice and support pages for customers struggling to pay their bills.
Scottish Power: https://account.scottishpower.co.uk/affordability
Eon: https://www.eonenergy.com/more-for-your-home/energy-fund.html
SSE: https://sse.co.uk/help/bills-and-paying/trouble-paying-your-bills
Scottish Gas: https://www.scottishgas.co.uk/energy/help-if-youre-struggling-to-pay.html
EDF: https://www.edfenergy.com/for-home/help-support/energy-bill-debt-advice
Help with housing
Shelter Scotland
We strive every day to give people struggling with bad housing or homelessness the help they need, through our advice, support and legal services. Our advice helpline is the best way to contact us for any emergencies.
Tel: 0808 800 4444
Homelessness Services (Glasgow City Council)
We have a legal duty to help people who are homeless or are threatened with homelessness. During office hours, you should contact your nearest Community Homeless Service.
Find your Community Homeless Service: https://www.yoursupportglasgow.org/directory/providerlist/455
Out of hours tel: 0800 838 502
Simon Community Scotland
Every day we help make good things happen for people facing extremely difficult circumstances. We’re here to provide consistent, friendly and informed support so that people can explore options and take the next step towards a positive future.
Drop in address:
The Access Hub
389 Argyle Street
Glasgow
G2 8LR
Urgent help tel: 0800 027 7466
General enquiries email: contact form available on website (https://www.simonscotland.org/contact-us/)
Website: https://www.simonscotland.org/
Social Work (Glasgow City Council)
We provide a variety of services which aim to:
- Ensure the safety and protection of vulnerable adults, young people and children
- Support individuals and families to maintain independence and to exercise choice about the way they live their lives
Tel: 0141 287 0555 (office hours)
Out of hours tel: 0300 343 1505
Help with mental health
Breathing Space Scotland
Sometimes our thoughts and feelings can overwhelm us. It helps to get some Breathing Space. Pick up the phone – we’re here to listen.
Tel: 0800 83 85 87 (Mon-Thurs 1800-0200, weekends Fri 1800 – Mon 0600)
Website: https://breathingspace.scot/
Samaritans
Whatever you’re going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We’re here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Tel: 116 123
Legal and money advice services
Govanhill Law Centre
GhLC’s aim is still to “root out discrimination and exploitation” and improve the wellbeing of local people. We provide the full range of legal services.
Govanhill Law Centre
Samaritan House
79 Coplaw Street
Glasgow
G42 7JG
Tel: 0141 433 2665
Email: m@govanlc.com
Website: https://govanlawcentre.org/govanhill-law-centre/
Castlemilk Law and Money Advice Centre
Castlemilk Law & Money Advice Centre is a community controlled law centre providing legal advice and representation on social security, housing law, debt and employment law. We also provide advice on women’s rights and disability rights.
155 Castlemilk Drive
Glasgow
G45 9UG
Tel: 0141 634 0313
Email: mail@castlemilklawcentre.co.uk
Website: https://www.castlemilklawcentre.co.uk/
Money Matters Govan
Money Matters has adopted a holistic approach to dealing with advice issues. Our Welfare Rights service includes representation at Social Security and Disability appeal hearings. We are pro-active at providing in-work benefits advice such as Tax Credit, Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit.
For all enquiries about Money Matters’ services or to arrange an appointment for the Energy team, please contact us via telephone, fax or email.
Money Matters Money Advice Centre
Orkney Street Enterprise Centre,
Unit 1, 18-20 Orkney Street,
Glasgow
G51 2BX
Tel: 0141 445 5221
Email: advice@moneymattersweb.co.uk
Website: http://www.moneymattersweb.co.uk/
Money Advice Scotland
Money Advice Scotland is Scotland’s money charity. Our mission is to be the driving force towards financial wellbeing for the people of Scotland.
We offer anonymous, confidential, and non-judgemental ways to chat with someone. You can talk to a friendly adviser using our webchat service, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, or email. These services can all be accessed on the website.
Website: https://www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/help-for-people-with-money-worries
Law Society of Scotland
Tel: 0131 226 7411
Website: www.lawscot.org.uk
Employment rights advice
Acas Scotland
Website: www.acas.org.uk
Tel: 0300 123 1100
Help for refugees
Refugee Survival Trust
We provide refugees and people seeking asylum with practical support when it is most needed, build connections between people and use what we learn to campaign for change.
The best way to get in touch is to email info@rst.org.uk, but if you would prefer to communicate by telephone, leave a message providing your contact number and we will call you back as soon as possible.
Floor 3, Robertson House
152 Bath Street
Glasgow
G2 4TB
Tel: 0141 353 5602
Email: info@rst.org.uk
Refuweegee
Refuweegee is a community-led charity that gives people a way to welcome and embrace those newest to arrive. We strive to ensure that people who have been forced to flee their homes arrive in Scotland to a warm welcome and some of the things that will help them to feel more at home here.
249 W George Street
Glasgow
G2 4QE
Visiting by appointment only. To arrange an appointment, please contact enquiries@refuweegee.co.uk
Tel: 0141 401 0756
Email: enquiries@refuweegee.co.uk
Website: https://www.refuweegee.co.uk/
Scottish Refugee Council
We are an independent charity dedicated to supporting people in need of refugee protection. Through our direct services we provide practical support, advice and a listening ear to help people rebuild their lives in a sustainable and meaningful way. We work with communities and community groups. And we speak out against an unjust asylum system and campaign for policy changes that make a positive difference to people’s lives.
Scottish Refugee Council
6th Floor, Portland House
17 Renfield Street
Glasgow, G2 5AH
Tel: 0808 1967 274
Website: https://www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/
Help for the elderly and disabled people
Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living
Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living is run by disabled people for disabled people. We believe that barriers disable people, not impairments. Our support, payroll, training, housing, employment and consultancy services enable disabled people to assert more control over their lives as equal citizens.
117-127 Brook Street
Glasgow
G40 3AP
Tel: 0141 550 4455
Contact form: http://www.gcil.org.uk/contact-us.aspx
Website: http://www.gcil.org.uk/
Glasgow Disability Alliance
Run by and for disabled people, we have 5000+ members across Greater Glasgow — diverse disabled people, people with long term conditions, and member organisations led by disabled people; and a thriving network of associate members — people, partners and allies who support our aims.
Our programmes support disabled people and those with long term conditions across Glasgow – you do not need to be a member to take part.
Glasgow Disability Alliance
Suite 301, The White Studios, Templeton Business Centre
Templeton Court
Glasgow
G40 1DA
Tel: 0141 556 7103
Email: info@gdaonline.co.uk
Website: https://gda.scot/
Golden Generation
Glasgow’s Golden Generation offers a range of support to Glasgow’s older population.
You can phone our head office with any enquiries, and we will direct you to the best person to speak to.
Tel: 0141 221 9924
Email: mailbox@glasgow.gg.org.uk
Website: https://www.glasgowgg.org.uk/
Number One Befriending Agency
In order to tackle loneliness and isolation, The No.1 Befriending Agency runs a befriending service where trained volunteers visit isolated older people and spend some time with them to have a wee chatter, a cup of tea, and to hear their stories.
Drop us an email anytime or call us during our office hours, Monday – Friday 9 AM – 4 PM.
Tel: 0141 465 6998
Email: info@befriend.org.uk
Website: https://www.befriend.org.uk/
Note: Due to COVID-19, our office is currently closed. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Support for victims of domestic abuse
Glasgow Women’s Aid
We have a range of different services to support you with your own experience of domestic abuse. Our support is women cantered meaning that you are at the centre of the support and your thoughts and opinions are always taken into consideration.
4th Floor
30 Bell Street
Glasgow
G1 1LG
Tel: 0141 553 2022
Email: getsupport@glasgowwomensaid.org.uk
Website: https://glasgowwomensaid.org.uk/
Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid
Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid provides safe temporary refuge accommodation to women, children, and young people, and provide crisis support to people living in the community. They can meet you in a place of safety to talk.
Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid
Flat 0/1
24 Willowbank Street
Glasgow
G3 6LZ
Tel: 0141 353 0859
Email: womensaid@hematgryffe.org.uk
Website: https://www.hematgryffe.org.uk/
Scottish Women’s Aid
If you feel scared of or around your partner or if you are worried about someone you know, get in touch with Scotland’s 24 hour Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline, email, or visit the website.
Tel: 0800 027 1234
Email: helpline@sdafmh.org.uk
Website: http://sdafmh.org.uk
Daisy Project
The Daisy Project provides an integrated domestic abuse advocacy and support service. We offer one to one advocacy and advice in a safe and non-judgemental environment. Our Support Workers (IDAA’s) use a Risk Assessment tool to allow them to discuss your particular level of risk with you as well as highlighting any potential issues around your safety.
Castlemilk Community Centre
121 Castlemilk Drive
Glasgow
G45 9UG
Tel: 0141 634 4053
Email: office@thedaisyproject.org.uk
Website: https://thedaisyproject.org.uk/
Support for single parent families
One Parent Families Scotland
One Parent Families Scotland aims to enable single parent families to achieve their potential, to reach a decent standard of living and contribute to Scottish society.
Tel: 0808 801 0323
Email: info@opfs.org.uk
Website: https://opfs.org.uk/
School Uniforms
School Clothing Grants
Families on low incomes may be eligible to receive a School Clothing Grant award of £120 for a Primary aged child or £150 for a Secondary aged child. The award is given annually to assist with the cost of purchasing essential school clothing for families who are on a qualifying benefit.
More information and application form: https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=17885
Second-hand uniforms
Glasgow’s Pre-loved Uniforms provides school uniform to all families who need it, ensuring that children and young people can wear warm school uniform, shoes and jackets regardless of their family’s financial situation.
249 Govan Road
Glasgow
G51 1HJ
Tel: 07565 726446
Email: glasgowspreloveduniforms@outlook.com
Funds for people who are struggling
Scottish Welfare Fund
Glasgow City Council provides several grants as part of the Scottish Welfare Fund, including Crisis Grants and Community Care Grants.
For more information and to apply, check the Scottish Welfare Fund webpage: https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=17160
Discretionary Housing Fund
If you are receiving housing benefit or housing costs within universal credit but are still having difficulty meeting your rent payments, you may be able to get extra help from the Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) Fund.
For more information and to apply, check the Discretionary Housing Payment webpage: https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=17168
Glasgow Key Fund
The Glasgow Key Fund is a service provided by Ypeople with two separate strands of service provision: a rent deposit guarantee scheme and temporary accommodation sourced from the private rented sector.
Access to both strands of the service is managed by Homelessness Services Community Casework and Prison Casework teams.
Glasgow Key Fund
17 Dava Street
Glasgow
G51 2JA
Tel: 0141 565 1212
Email: glasgowkeyfund@ypeople.org.uk
Website: https://glasgow.gov.uk/article/19426/Glasgow-Key-Fund
Activities for younger people
The Children’s Holiday Food Programme
The Glasgow City Council Summer Children’s Holiday Food Programme Summer 2022 starts on Monday, 27 June 2022.
Find out what free activities are on offer for children and young people in your local community.
Website: https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/article/24610/The-Childrens-Holiday-Food-Programme
PEEK – Possibilities for Each and Every Kid
PEEK offers local children, young people and families three very distinct programmes through Play, Create & Thrive sessions and events
PEEK – Possibilities for Each and Every Kid
The Legacy Hub
301 Springfield Rd
Glasgow
G40 3LJ
Tel: 0141 554 3068
Email: info@peekproject.co.uk
Website: https://www.peekproject.org.uk/
Pyramid
The Pyramid is a community space in the heart of Anderston, Glasgow. We have spaces available to hire – and run a welcoming, inclusive programme of events and activities for all!
759 Argyle Street
Glasgow
G3 8DS
Tel: 0141 226 3277
Email: info@thepyramid.scot
Website: https://thepyramid.scot/contact/
Barn Youth Centre
The Barn is also a dedicated youth centre with a concern for the welfare and informal education of young people aged between 8 to 24 years old. It is a place where young people come along voluntarily and choose to be involved.
Barn Youth Centre
37 Abbotsford Place
Glasgow
G5 9QS
Tel: 0141 429 3254
Email: thebarn@cyca.org.uk
Website: http://www.cyca.org.uk/thebarn/index.html
Find upcoming events on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BarnYouthCentre
Community Centres
Central and West Integration Network
Central and West Integration Network is a Scottish Charity which works with individuals and groups to support asylum seekers and refugees, migrant workers and black and minority ethnic people, and works with all communities to promote integration, in the City Centre and West End of Glasgow, across the city of Glasgow and beyond.
Garnethill Multicultural Centre
21 Rose Street
Glasgow
G3 6RE
Tel: 0141 573 0978
Website: https://www.cwin.org.uk/
Nan McKay Memorial Hall
Run by volunteers for over 37 years, the Nan McKay Memorial Community Hall has a comprehensive programme that brings together resources to improve the quality of life for all residents of Pollokshields.
End of St John’s Road, Adjacent to 29 St Andrews Drive
Glasgow
G41 5SR
Tel: 0141 429 5370
Email: info@nanmckay.co.uk
Website: http://www.nanmckay.co.uk
Larkfield Community Centre
39 Inglefield Street
Glasgow
G42 7AY
Tel: 0141 424 1797
Email: larkfieldcentre@btconnect.com
Website: https://larkfieldcentre.weebly.com/
Toryglen Community Hall
Toryglen Community Hall is a cultural hub, enriching the lives of individuals and surrounding communities, thus helping to improve their quality of life and health and well-being. The hall is a social hub for a variety of activities, tackling social isolation and fostering community cohesion.
Toryglen Community Hall
199 Prospecthill Circus
Toryglen
G42 0LA
Tel: 0141 569 1031
Email: manager@toryglencommunityhall.org
Website: http://toryglencommunityhall.org/
Townhead Village Hall
Townhead Village Hall (TVH) Community Centre is designed to be friendly and flexible to offer services to and a base of operation for various community groups and a host space for other activities within Townhead and surrounding area.
Townhead Village Hall
60 St Mungo Avenue
Glasgow
G4 0PL
Tel: 0141 212 0046
Email: contact form available on website (http://www.townheadvillagehall.org.uk/contact-us)
Website: http://www.townheadvillagehall.org.uk/
Bridging the Gap
Bridging the Gap is recognised across Scotland for its innovative, exciting and challenging work in schools transition, tackling sectarianism and building community.
Bridging the Gap
Greyfriars Centre
270 Ballater Street
Glasgow
G5 0YT
Tel: 0141 418 0241
Email: secretary@bridging-the-gap.org
Website: http://bridging-the-gap.org/
Calton Heritage and Learning Centre
The Calton Heritage & Learning Centre (CHLC) is a community hub that aims to promote and celebrate the area’s heritage as well as providing a hub for the people of the area to access services, particularly learning opportunities.
Calton Heritage and Learning Centre
423 London Road
Glasgow
G40 1AG
Tel: 0141 550 9573
Email: bookings@thenuecommunities.co.uk
Website: https://www.thenuecommunities.co.uk/