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End of Life Info
Free information and advice for later life
As we get older, many of us find ourselves in need of information and advice relevant to the later stages in our lives. End of Life Info offers free information and advice for groups and individuals on End of life care, Legal issues and Funeral planning.
Epilepsy Action
Improving the lives of everyone affected by epilepsy
Epilepsy Action is the UK's leading epilepsy organisation and exists to improve the lives of everyone affected by the condition. We are a member lead association providing information, advice and support services as well as campaigning to improve epilepsy healthcare and services.
Families Need Fathers
The UK's leading Shared Parenting charity
FNF is a charity chiefly concerned with the problems of maintaining a child's relationship with both parents during and after family breakdown. We offer information, advice and support services to help parents to achieve a positive outcome for their children.
Family Action
Supporting families since 1869
Family Action is a leading provider of services to disadvantaged and socially isolated families. We tackle some of the most complex and difficult issues facing families today including domestic abuse, mental health problems, learning disabilities and severe financial hardship.
Family Information Service
Your Family Friendly Guide
The service has information on how to find: - childcare, including nannies; - education; - family support services; - financial support for families; - activities to do with your child; - working in childcare; - health information; - school holiday activities.
Family Law Advice Line
Rights of Women - helping women through the law
For free, confidential legal advice for women on issues including: - domestic violence and abuse - divorce and civil partnership dissolution - relationship breakdown - parental responsibility, child contact and residence - lesbian parenting & civil partnership
Free2B Alliance
Support for LGBT young people and parents
Free2B supports LGBT young people and parents across London, providing advice & guidance through our friendly & supportive group meetings. We also deliver awareness training to organisations, challenging homophobia, biphobia & transphobia to facilitate the development of inclusive environments.
FST - Learn 2 Live
personal & social development for young people
The Learn2Live Programme is a personal and social development project for young people excluded from mainstream education. Over 2 half day workshops our staff take a therapeutic approach to building good relationships with the young people, making us more able to support them further.
Galop
LGBT anti-violence & abuse charity
Galop is London’s LGBT anti-violence and abuse charity. If you’ve experienced hate crime, sexual violence or domestic abuse, we’re here for you. We also support lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer people who have had problems with the police or have questions about the criminal justice system.
Galop
the LGBT+ anti violence charity
If you’ve experienced hate crime, sexual violence or domestic abuse, we’re here for you. We also support lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer people who have had problems with the police or have questions about the criminal justice system. We are a completely independent community-led group.
Generate
Opportunities for people with learning disabilities
Generate is a charity that aims to create better days and better lives for people with a learning disability by working together with them and the people who know them well. We aim to help provide purpose, develop independence and encourage connections through people, places and activities.
Get it! by Metro
FREE Condoms and sexual advice for young people
Get it! is a new condom scheme for young people who live, study, work or socialise in the borough of Wandsworth and are between 13 -24 years old. We offer free and confidential access to condoms to make it as simple as possible for you to stay safe.
Gingerbread
Single parents, equal families
We provide advice and practical support for single parents. Expert advisers answer our helpline, our website is packed full of useful information and we offer training too.We also campaign to improve the lives of all single parent families. And because we're a national charity, it's all free!
Glory of God Ministries
Christian ministry - Refugee Centre - Community Outreach
As a Church of Christ Jesus, we believe in helping the needy, as written in the Bible. So we take this as our daily duty wherever we are. A broad range of support is provided by the Church. We offer both spiritual aid and physical aid.
Grandparents Plus
We champion the wider family who care for children
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 and when they have lost contact with children.
Hampton & Hampton Hill Voluntary Care
We aim in providing help and support to those in need.
Hampton & Hampton Hill Voluntary Care was inaugurated by local people in 1974 to be a good neighbour to residents of the area suffering social isolation through infirmity, mobility problems or any other reason.
Healthwatch Richmond
Your local watchdog for NHS and social care services
Healthwatch Richmond is the independent watchdog for NHS and social care services in the Richmond borough. We seek the views and experiences of local people to help make these services better. Contact us and tell us what you think about the NHS and social care: your views are important!
Healthwatch Wandsworth
For better health and social care
Healthwatch is the new independent consumer champion created to gather and represent the views of the public. We will play a role at both national and local level and will make sure that the views of the public and service users are taken into account in the delivery and design of local services
Hepatitis C Trust
The national UK charity for Hepatitis C
The Trust runs a range of services that provide support, information and representation for people with hepatitis C. We are also committed to raising public awareness of the facts and ending discrimination against people living with hepititis C.
Homeless Health Link Service
SPEAR
SPEAR are proud to announce our new Homeless Health Link Service. This new service will serve single adult rough sleepers and single adult former rough sleepers across the London boroughs of Richmond-upon-Thames, Kingston-upon-Thames, Merton, Sutton and Wandsworth.
Hypnotherapy Directory
Connecting individuals with professional support
We offer information about what hypnotherapy is, how it can help, upcoming events, articles written by professionals and the latest hypnotherapy news. To ensure the professionalism of our members, we require proof of their qualifications and insurance cover, or proof of professional body membership.
IKWRO
Iranian and Kurdish Women' Rights Organisation
IKWRO supports Middle Eastern and Afghan women and girls in the UK who are at risk of 'honour' based violence, forced marriage, child marriage, female genital mutilation and domestic violence. We provide direct services for women and girls, including advocacy, training and counselling.
Immigration & Asylum law Advice Line
Rights of Women - helping women through the law
For advice on issues including: - claiming asylum - the rights of Europeans and their families in the UK - trafficking - immigration law, including in relation to domestic violence, long residence and family life - financial support options, including for women with no recourse to public funds
Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA)
VoiceAbility Wandsworth
VoiceAbility supports people who face disadvantage or discrimination to have a voice that counts. Through our IMCA service we work with people who have been assessed as lacking capacity, offering independent support in relation to important decisions about their care.
Integrated Neurological Services- INS
We provide long-term support to people with a neurological condition and their family and carers.
Our team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists and social workers provides therapy, information and support to help you manage your neurological condition.
Islamic Resource Centre
We offer free services to the community in a number of languages.
The Islamic Resource Centre is a charitable organisation offering free services to the community in a number of languages including; English, Urdu, Punjabi, Arabic and Persian. IRC is an equal opportunity project aimed at meeting the needs of the community.
JAGS Foundation
Keeping hope alive in young people
JAGS Foundation was set up as a tribute to James Andre Godfrey Smartt-Ford who was tragically murdered inside Streatham Ice Rink in February 2007. The foundation carries out various projects and activiteis, 'keeping hope alive in young people'.
Jewish Womens Aid
Supporting Jewish Women affected by Domestic Violence
Jewish Women's Aid is the only specialist organisation in the UK supporting Jewish women affected by domestic violence. We provide confidential, accessible, empowering and culturally sensitive advocacy and support for Jewish women and children affected by domestic violence.
Kidney Cancer UK
The UK's Leading specialist Kidney Cancer charity
Kidney Cancer UK is the UK's leading specialist kidney cancer charity. It seeks to reduce the harm caused by kidney cancer by increasing knowledge and awareness, providing patient information and by supporting research into the causes, prevention and treatment of the disease.
Kingston Centre for Independent Living
Ensuring that all disabled people across Kingston live as independently as they choose.
Our mission is to provide information, advice and support to all disabled people living in the Royal Borough of Kingston and the surrounding areas and to empower them to have a voice, take control of their lives, and be treated equally.
Kingston Somali Community Association
Supporting the minority ethnic communities in the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames.
We wish to promote general charitable purposes for the benefit of the communities of Kingston Upon Thames and the surrounding area, and to provide relief from financial hardship and social and/or economic disadvantage and to advance the education of its residents of all ages;
Latin American Women’s Rights Service- LAWRS
We provide practical and emotional support to Latin American women migrants in the UK.
We are a user-led, feminist and human rights organisation focused on addressing the practical and strategic needs of Latin American migrant women displaced by poverty and violence.
Life After Stroke Service
Support for stroke survivors and their families
Our coordinator can visit you at home or in hospital and talk to you and your family, helping you cope with the physical and emotional effects of stroke. He/she can give you practical advice and emotional support (face to face and over the phone), and help you get support from other services.
LINKING BRIDGES
Women's Community Group
Linking Bridges is an organisation for women. Our aim is to facilitate links between women, and create spaces for women to empower themselves and others. We provide support, and encourage sharing and learning amongst women. We host a variety of different events across London, with varied themes and focus areas
Little Hearts Matter
Half a heart...not half a life
Little Hearts Matter offers support and information, and raises awareness of those affected when a child has only half a heart, due to conditions such as Complex Pulmonary Atresia, Tricuspid Atresia, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) or Double Inlet or Outlet Ventricle (Univentricular Heart).
London Youth Gateway
A collaborative approach to prevent youth homelessness
London Youth Gateway is a youth homelessness partnership, combining a day centre, specialist advice services, emergency accommodation and an LGBT service provider. Services include accommodation advice, homelessness prevention, education, training and employment, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Lymphoma Association
Supporting people affected by lymphatic cancer.
We are the UK's only charity focused exclusively on providing specialist information and support to help lymphoma patients, their relatives, friends and carers. We help people feel less vulnerable, more confident and more in control, which helps them cope and deal with their treatment.
Macmillan Cancer Support
We're here to help
At Macmillan, we understand how vital it is to have someone by your side when you're affected by cancer. A team who can provide personal support and expert information. We provide practical, medical and financial support and push for better cancer care. We are Macmillan Cancer Support.
Marie Curie
Care and support through terminal illness
If you or someone you're close to has a terminal illness, we're here to support you. There are a range of ways we can help you, from clear, useful information about living with a terminal illness to expert nursing care in your home. Our telephone support line is available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Mental Health Advocacy Service
Free, independent and confidential mental health advocacy
Are you having difficulty getting your voice heard? Advocates can support you to speak up, help you find out information so you can make your own decisions, help you explore and understand your rights and support you through important meetings with your mental health team.
Merton and Wandsworth Asylum Welcome
We aim to relieve poverty and distress by supporting refugees, asylum seekers and newly arrived migrants in South London. We provide weekly drop-in centres, advocacy and youth support services. We also work with local and strategic partners to represnt the needs of refugees and asylum seekers.
Metro Centre
Sexual Health & Wellbeing for the Whole Person
The Metro Centre provides services to all people experiencing issues related to sexuality, identity, gender and diversity. We offer a range of Sexual Health, Mental Health & Wellbeing and Youth Services with a particular focus on supporting the LGBT community.
Middlesex Association for the Blind
Support for people with a visual impairment to help them to lead full, active and independent life.
We offer a range of services to help blind, partially sighted or deaf-blind people. These include our Rapid Response Service, Home Visiting Service,our Employment Service, Braille and I.T. Training, Resource Centres and information help desks in local hospital eye clinics.
MindworksUK
Counselling Mental health and well-being support groups
A counselling, psychotherapy service & support groups within South West London for women. Clients from BAME communities and all other nationalities & culture regardless of faith welcome in a confidential & safe space which allows you to self heal to enable empowerment and assist in decision making.
MOSAC
supporting parents and carers of sexually abused children
Mosac is a voluntary organisation supporting all non-abusing parents and carers whose children have been sexually abused. We provide various forms of support services and information for parents, carers and professionals dealing with child sexual abuse.
Moving On at Pecan
Mentoring for women aged 18-25 leaving custody
'Moving On' is a mentoring programme that supports women in London aged 18-25 leaving custody. - We value the skills and experience of each individual. - We will use a range of methods to understand and record their story and set goals that build upon their experiences.
Multiple Sclerosis Society - Wandsworth Branch
The Wandsworth Branch is here to help you
The MS Society is the UK's leading Multiple Sclerosis charity. The Wandsworth Branch was founded in 1964 and aims to provide a local contact to all people with MS and their families, offering a wide range of help based on individual needs.
Mushkil Aasaan
Help for Asian families in crisis or need
Mushkil Aasaan is a group based in Merton and Wandsworth and offers a range of services for Asian families in crisis or need of help. Services range from domiciliary care, bilingual welfare rights advice, translation and interpreting, bereavement support and respite for carers and much more.
NAPAC
National Association for People Abused in Childhood
NAPAC provides the only national freephone support line for adults who have suffered any type of abuse in childhood - physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect. We run a support line, support groups and training for professionals who work with adult survivors.
NASS
National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society
NASS is the only registered charity dedicated to the needs of people affected by ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in the UK. We provide accurate and up to date information.This allows people with AS to understanding their condition and make more informed choices in the management of their symptoms.
National Careers Service
Helping you take the next step.
The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance across England to help you make decisions on learning, training and work opportunities. The service offers confidential and impartial advice. This is supported by qualified careers advisers.
National Federation of the Blind
for blind and partially sighted people
The National Federation of the Blind of the United Kingdom (NFBUK) is an independent, non-political, self help campaigning pressure group and registered charity. It was founded in 1947 by blind and partially sighted people and today it is still run by us.
National Stalking Helpline
Practical advice for victims of stalking
We offer practical advice to victims of stalking and harassment to increase their safety and allow them to make informed choices. Our Helpline is open every weekday from 09:30-16:00 (except Wednesday from 13:00-16:00). We also respond to enquiries on our website - http://bit.do/shelpline
New Horizon Youth Centre
A day centre working with vulnerable young people
New Horizon aims to enable young people to gain skills and knowledge to improve their life chances and to help them move from adolescence into adulthood. Practical services such as food, laundry, showers and second-hand clothes store are provided, as well as advice, support, training and education.
One in Four
For people who have experienced sexual abuse or violence.
One in Four offers a voice to and support for males and females who have experienced sexual abuse & sexual violence. Directly, through individual therapy and helpline support. Indirectly through campaigning, policy making, research, training, & consultancy with statutory and non statutory agencies.
One Space
One Space for Single Parents
One Space is the parenting site for Single Parents and their children. We offer help and support from other single parents as well as advice and guidance from professional experts, as well as online learning and deliver online the Freedom Programme to help survivors of domestic violence
Oratto Probate Solicitors
Free Probate Information and Fixed-Fee Probate Quotes
Oratto is a comprehensive free-to-use online resource about probate and estate administration for those going through the process whether on their own, or if they intend to use a probate solicitor. We can also save you money on probate costs with our probate quote calculator.
PAC-UK
The Agency for Adoption & Permanency Support
PAC-UK are the largest independent adoption support agency in the country. Our purpose is to provide anyone who has been affected by adoption or other forms of permanent care, as well as the professionals who support them, with expert, independent advice and counselling.
Parkinson's UK Wandsworth Branch
Change attitudes. Find a cure. Join Us
We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We also organise regular events and social activities. Join us - and meet other people affected by Parkinson's in your area
Patient Advice and Liaison Service at St George's Hospital
PALS offer you on-the-spot advice and information when you have queries or difficulties regarding our services or the care you have received. We will listen to your concerns and help you find ways of resolving them. Feedback from you will also help be used to improve services for patients.
Paul's Cancer Support Centre
Cancer support services
Paul's Cancer Support Centre provides a range of services for people affected by cancer, their family and friends. Our services can be used at any stage - from diagnosis, through treatment and afterwards. We offer support, information and complementary therapies (massage, reflexology, counselling, hypnotherapy, etc)to our clients. If you want to access our services, call the Centre on 020 7924 3924 to arrange an initial appointment. We are only 10 minutes walk from Clapham Junction station.
Paul's Cancer Support Centre Monthly Social
A free monthly social for those affected by Cancer
Each month we organise a coffee morning at the Centre for our clients on the first Tuesday of the month from 11am. It's a very relaxed occasion and a chance to meet up with other people. Everyone is welcome - and particularly new people. There's no need to book so people can just turn up!
Penderels Trust
Support with Direct Payments and Personal Budgets
Penderels Trust offers advice, guidance and practical solutions to enable people with disabilities and older people to live independently in their own homes, to achieve their goals in life and to help them play an active part in their community.
Phoenix Access for all Disabilities
A web based information advice service (Signposting) for all disabilities.
A web based information advice service that provides information about buildings that provide disabled facilities as well as Education, Advice, Transport, Other disability related issues and Mental Health.
POhWER
Information, Advocacy and Advice Services
Has something gone wrong? Did you not get the treatment and care you expected? You weren’t listened to by NHS staff? We are a charity that provides information, advocacy and advice services across England, offering direct and local support via Professionals and Volunteers.
Polycystic Kidney Disease Charity- PKD
The PKD Charity was established by patients, professionals and members of families affected by PKD.
We wish to promote health and to relieve those persons suffering from or affected by Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) with a view to improving their conditions of life.
Positive Parenting and Children (PPC)
Positive Parenting and Children is the UK's longest-running charity supporting children and families living with HIV and AIDS. Since 1987 we have worked with hundreds of families, providing practical support to parents and children in their own homes and in their local communities.
Proud Parents
Free2B Alliance support group for parents of LGBTQ children
A monthly group offering information, advice and support to parents of children who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or children who are going through a process of questioning their sexuality & / or gender. We meet the first Monday of every month in the Clapham Junction 6-8pm
Putney wellbeing friends
Befriending/signposting for common mental health problems
Support from a team of local volunteers trained in Mental Health First Aid for those with common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression seeking self-help therapies. Information on self-referral courses, books on prescription and immediate online help via www.wandsworthccg.nhs.uk/hub