Discover how the British Red Cross provides humanitarian aid, emergency support, and helps communities in need across the UK and beyond.

The British Red Cross has been helping millions of people in the UK and around the world get the support they need when crisis strikes.

Find out what help you can get from the British Red Cross by exploring the services we provide including practical, local and emotional support in the UK.

Learn how you can get involved with the Red Cross by donating, fundraising and volunteering. We can continue to run our services with your support.

Contact the British Red Cross if you have a question about our services, need support or have a complaint. You can contact us via email, telephone or by post.

Explore the history of the British Red Cross from its founding by Henry Dunant to today's global impact. Discover our archives, exhibitions, and key milestones.

Find out how British Red Cross health services can support, partner and collaborate with health and social care commissioners and referrers.

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The British Red Cross is the UK's largest independent provider of services and support for refugees and people seeking asylum. We help refugees from all backgrounds and religions. We will not report you to the authorities.

If you're coping with loneliness and social isolation, or just feeling lonely, the Red Cross can help you combat loneliness.