Supportline 179 is the national helpline, which offers support, information about local social welfare services and other agencies, and a referral service to callers who require assistance. It is also a national service for people who are in times of difficulty or crisis. The primary mission of the Supportline 179 service is to provide immediate and unbiased help to those seeking information, support, and/or require a referral to social service agencies.
The Supportline 179 is available on a 24/7 basis and all calls are free both from landlines and also from mobile phones. Supportline 179 receives calls on situations of child abuse, domestic violence, drug/alcohol/gambling problems, and homelessness, amongst others. Moreover, all the calls received on the EU Emotional Support Helpline 116 123 and EU Child Helpline 116 111, are dealt with by the Supportline 179 team.
Contact details - svetlana.camilleri@gov.mt - 23885110
