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The Cry-Sis Helpline

Also known as: Cry-Sis, Cry-Sis Support Group, Serene (incorporating the Cry-Sis Helpline)

A national telephone helpline offering much needed support, advice and reassurance to parents and carers experiencing the stress, worry and exhaustion of coping with crying and sleepless baby.

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Activities & Mission

A national telephone helpline offering much needed support, advice and reassurance to parents and carers experiencing the stress, worry and exhaustion of coping with crying and sleepless baby.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£3,495
Latest Expenditure
£9,794

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 280.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 280.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2021.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2021
£12,671
£7,3980 / 16

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Cry-Sis Helpline

What does The Cry-Sis Helpline do?

A national telephone helpline offering much needed support, advice and reassurance to parents and carers experiencing the stress, worry and exhaustion of coping with crying and sleepless baby.

How much income did The Cry-Sis Helpline report in 2021?

The Cry-Sis Helpline reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2021, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Cry-Sis Helpline registered as a charity?

The Cry-Sis Helpline was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 1986 as charity number 295470. It has been registered for 40 years.

Who runs The Cry-Sis Helpline?

The Cry-Sis Helpline is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Cry-Sis Helpline operate?

The Cry-Sis Helpline operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Cry-Sis Helpline a registered charity?

Yes — The Cry-Sis Helpline is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 295470.

Details

Address
2 The Cleevelands Courtyard
Cleevelands Drive
CHELTENHAM
Gloucestershire
GL50 4QF
Registration Date
5 November 1986
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
295470
Charity Number
295470

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Trustees

Claire Cook
Daniel Brown
Deborah Allen
Emily Brown
Steven Davidson

Also Known As

  • Cry-Sis
  • Cry-Sis Support Group
  • Serene (incorporating the Cry-Sis Helpline)

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Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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