Online Directory
We know how hard it can be to find the support you need sometimes, so we have put together a directory of organisations in UK that might be able to support you. Happy searching...
Action for People has put together this directory for individuals and families to use to help signpost you to information you may need or may be looking for, we know how hard it is to find support sometimes so we have put key organisations and topics you might be looking for support on in one place. This directory is for public use and is updated monthly. All information, advice and resources that are published here are in no way affiliated with Action for People please read our DIRECTORY DISCLAIMER
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Every person is unique and dementia affects people differently - no two people will have symptoms that develop in exactly the same way. An individual's personality, general health and social situation are all important factors in determining the impact of dementia on him or her.
Symptoms vary between Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, but there are broad similarities between them all. The most common signs are memory loss and the loss of practical abilities, which can lead to withdrawal from work or social activities. If you think that these problems are affecting your daily life, or the life of someone you know, you should talk to your doctor, or encourage them to talk to theirs.
They provide support and information on the care of women with a diagnosis, or possible diagnosis, of ectopic pregnancy.
Enables young people to make informed choices about pregnancy
This is the largest member-led epilepsy organisation in Britain, acting as the voice for the UK's estimated 456,000 people with epilepsy, as well as their friends, families, carers, health professionals and the many other people on whose lives the condition has an impact.
Aims to help men change their violent or abusive behaviour.
Does your child have a disability or special need? Would you like to talk to another parent who understands what you are going through and can offer emotional and practical support?Face 2 Face is Scopes one-to-one befriending service for parents of disabled children.
Information and support on shared parenting following separation or divorce.
Tackling difficult issues facing families including domestic abuse, mental health problems, learning disabilities and severe financial hardship.
A national childcare charity working to promote high quality affordable childcare for all.
Since April 2013 Family Lives has been running a Parent Partnership Service to Croydon residents providing independent information, advice and guidance for parents/carers of children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Providing advice and services to families whose children are involved with social services
Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays UK is a national and voluntary organisation and registered charity which offers support to local parent groups and contacts in their efforts to help parents and families understand and accept and support their lesbian, gay and bisexual members.
The official independent expert in settling
complaints between consumers and business providing financial services.
Contact the Forced Marriage Unit (FMU) if you are trying to stop a forced marriage or you need help leaving a marriage you have been forced into.
Offering help and advice about female genital mutilation.
this site provides a Special Needs Schools guide to help you find a suitable special school for your child.
Get Connected is the UK's free, confidential helpline for young people under 25 who need help and don't know where to turn. Our service is available 365 days a year and young people can contact us by phone, webchat, email, text message or use our online directory, WebHelp 24/7.
A support organisation for lone parent families.
A way to donate to charity through your payroll.
This link provides help if you have a disabled child.
Here you can do a a postcode search so you can find a nursery place near you.
This site provides a guide on choosing schools including admissions criteria, how to apply and appeals.
Provides details of the benefits you could get following bereavement, how much you could get and how to claim.
Here they have information on assessments, statements and types of support available during your childs school years.
Here they have a guide on finding a higher education course and how to apply for a place.
Grandparents Plus is the national charity which champions the vital role of grandparents and the wider family in children's lives - especially when they take on the caring role in difficult family circumstances.
The UK's only research based stepfamily resource centre. Designed to gather together a whole range of services to help families and individuals strengthen their stepfamilies and to provide training and tools for organisations who regularly deal with them.
Information for those who self harm and their family and friends
This is a US based non-profit health resource with a useful guide on age related memory loss.
Helpguide is a non profit resource providing expert help to resolve health challenges.