We’ve collated some links to other organisations that can provide support in many different ways. Although we make every effort to ensure these links are accurate, up to date and relevant, we cannot take responsibility for pages maintained by external providers. If you need help looking for the right health and social care services we recommend contacting your local NHS healthcare team.
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Enables a 999 mobile caller who is unable to speak, to press 55 when prompted to inform police they are in a genuine emergency:
– Dial 999 – Listen to the Operator’s questions – Respond by coughing or tapping the handset – When prompted press 55 – The call will be transferred to the police (calls from mobiles can usually have their locations traced)
In the Northumbria area, domestic abuse victims will be able to use the code word “ANI” (Assistance Needed Immediately) in Boots pharmacies to let staff know that they require an emergency police response or help contacting a specialist support service/helpline. Participating pharmacies will display posters in their window and around the shop to let customers know that they can approach their staff to seek help.