7th July - Family Assistance Centre

Who is the centre for?

The centre is for all those affected by the events of 7th July. In particular it is for relatives and friends of those who have died, or are still missing, and survivors, whether or not physically injured. It has been set up by those responding to the disaster, as a single point of information and assistance. The centre is secure and private.

It is where:

• Information about those who have died, are missing or were injured can be given and received by the authorities
• Updates on the investigation are made available
• Those who have been affected can get access to support services such as financial, legal, emotional

What else is available?

• The opportunity for a personal meeting with a police family liaison officer
• Regular updated information
• Help with accommodation and travel can be arranged
• Assistance in making contact with appropriate agencies and resolving problems
• Multi-faith and multi-cultural contact
• Emotional support
• Internet and telephone facilities
• Refreshments
• Medical care and mobility aids
• Crèche
• Financial help
• Legal advice
• Information leaflets about bereavement and further sources of support

If you are coming to the Family Centre from out of town please note that accommodation can be arranged or made available through Transport for London Incident Care Team, tel 0791 700 6865.

The Family Assistance Centre has now relocated to:

Lindley Hall (Royal Horticultural
Halls and Centre)
80 Vincent Square
SW1P 2PE

Call (24-hours): 0845 054 7444

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