National Helplines
National Helplines
Parentline
Confidential Helpline for Parents
Offering parents support, information and guidance on all aspects of being a parent and parenting issues.
Tel: 01 873 3500
Monday to Thursday: 10am–9pm
Friday: 10am–7pm
ISPCC
Child Protection and Welfare Support Line
Offers a listening service, with information, advice and emotional support to members of the public for issues related to child protection and welfare.
Tel: 01 522 4300
Monday to Friday: 9am–1pm
AskOneFamily
For Parents Parenting Alone
For people parenting alone, sharing parenting, and for those separating.
Tel: 0818 662 212 or 01 622 9212
Monday to Friday: 10am–3pm
National Parents Council
Confidential Helpline for Parents
For queries on any aspect of your child's early years, primary, or post-primary education.
Tel: 01 887 4477
Monday to Friday: 10am–4pm
Barnardos
Parental Advocacy & Information Service
Help and Support for parents to actively participate in child protection and legal processes.
Tel: 1 800 333 355
Monday to Friday: 10am–1pm
Clarecare
Parent Support Line
Offering a listening ear, parenting tips and guidance, and signposting to other relevant services.
Tel: 065 689 4200
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10am–1pm