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Common Topics [HIDDEN]

  1. All
  2. Abdominal Pain
  3. Asthma
  4. Babies
  5. Child safety
  6. Complex Needs
  7. Constipation
  8. Cough/cold
  9. COVID-19
  10. Dental/Oral Health
  11. Development skills
  12. Diarrhoea and vomiting
  13. Diet
  14. Difficulty breathing
  15. Earache
  16. Eyes
  17. Head injury
  18. Fever/High Temperature
  19. Immunisations/vaccinations
  20. Jaundice (yellow baby)
  21. Mental Health (Parents/Carers)
  22. Mental Health (Young People)
  23. Milk Allergy
  24. Rashes
  25. School/nursery
  26. Seizure
  27. Skin Conditions
  28. Sore throat
  29. Measles

Food allergies

Normally food allergy symptoms appear within a few minutes of eating the offending food, although they may be delayed by up to a couple of hours. The symptoms are usually those of ‘classic’ allergy, some of which are listed below:

Gut reactions: Abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea

Skin reactions: Itching and swelling (rash or nettle rash)

Respiratory reactions: Runny nose, sneezing, wheeze, cough

Barnsley

Local links for Barnsley residents on Housing Safety

Pests

Pest infestations can be a common problem in homes, causing health risks and property damage. It's important to know how to identify an infestation, take appropriate action, and understand the responsibilities of different types of tenants. This webpage provides helpful information on recognizing infestations, steps to address them, responsibilities for private and council tenants, and what to do if you own your home.

Food Banks

If you need a little extra help with groceries, food banks are here for you. Each council area has its own way of doing things, but no matter where you are, you'll need to get a referral from local agencies like schools, doctors, or social services. To find out the specific steps for your area, just click on the link that matches where you live. Remember, lots of families are feeling the squeeze from the cost of living these days, so reaching out for a bit of help is nothing to feel uneasy about—it's a smart step for taking care of yourself and your loved ones. Let's get you the support you need.

Barnsley

In order to provide the most appropriate help for the circumstances of your situation, we work with local agencies. If they feel you are struggling to put food on the table, they will issue you with a foodbank voucher number. We provide emergency food parcels to individuals in financial crisis, including families and over 65’s. The local agency can also provide long term support if needed. Agencies we work with include: Citizens Advice, Housing Welfare Team, Barnsley Family Services, Barnsley Social Services, local schools, Mental Health Teams, Humankind, Romero Communities, Housing Associations, housing support officers, BSARCS, health visitors, GP surgeries and local charities.