Coram Family Lives
If you are a parent or carer, you can call for emotional support, information and advice on any aspect of parenting and family life. They listen and let you take the conversation where you want it to go.
Good to know
The helpline is free. The lines get busy, so try again if you do not get an answer first time. You can also use online chat or WhatsApp on weekdays, or email. In Scotland, their page points to Children First.
Before you call
They can
- listen and talk through your situation and your options: a free parenting helpline for families in England and Wales, on 0808 800 2222
- give emotional support, information, advice and guidance on any aspect of parenting and family life: Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm, weekends 10am to 3pm
- talk with you by online chat or WhatsApp (07441 444125) on Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm, or reply to an email to askus@coramfamilylives.org.uk within 24 hours on Monday to Friday
They cannot
- give legal or medical advice
- take calls as a Scotland service: for callers from Scotland, the page points to the Children First Supportline on 08000 28 22 33
If you do not get an answer first time, try again: the page says so.
In the emergency guides: My child is being bullied at school → · My child has been suspended or excluded from school → · My child isn't getting the help they need at school →
- Phone
- 0808 800 2222
- Website
- https://www.coramfamilylives.org.uk
- Hours
- Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm. Weekends 10am to 3pm.
- Coverage
- England and Wales
- Languages
- English
- Best for
- Parents
- Last checked
- October 3, 2026
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