April 2020 - Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Thank you for contacting Platt Bridge Start Well Family Centre.

Our opening times are 8.30am – 4.30pm Mon to Fri.

We try to respond to all queries as soon as we can.

If you need to speak to someone at the centre please call 01942 487999

Coronavirus Support

If you need any support please contact 01942 489018 or click on https://www.wigan.gov.uk/Resident/Crime-Emergencies/Forms/Self-isolation-welfare-support.aspx

For all other information, including birth registrations, please visit www.wigan.gov.uk

 Thanks PBSWFC Team.

Stay Safe. Stay Home. Be Kind

To those of you who might be struggling, or supporting someone who is struggling, we just wanted to share some of the ways you can find support and information during this difficult time. 

Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service if:

• Platt Bridge Start Well Family Centre Tel: 01942 487764
• Elefriends is a really supportive online community where you can be yourself, share and be heard. There is someone on hand to speak to you every night till midnight.                                    
• Samaritans are available to talk 24/7 about whatever is on your mind.
• Mind Infoline has information on treatments and where to get help. It is open at different times for the holidays.
• Mind’s A-Z of mental health information covers over 100 topics, including coping tips for a range of diagnoses, and ways that family and friends can support.       

Support Services for Pupils and Families

Here’s a list of signposted providers that can offer counselling, coaching and other support that may help improve your overall wellbeing.