Founded in 1890, the British Deaf Association (BDA) is the UK’s only official national representative organisation of British Sign Language (BSL) and Irish Sign Language (ISL) also used in Northern Ireland. We hold international status as an Ordinary Member of the World Federation of the Deaf (a United Nations consultative organisation) since 1957 and a…
Argyll and Bute
The Disaway Trust
Aims: To provide group holidays for people with physical disabilities between the age of 16 – 80 years, in the UK and abroad. Services provided: Holiday arrangements for people with physical disabilities Helpers / carers can be provided if the holidaymaker is unable to provide their own. cost: Client pays for the holiday and this…
Art in Healthcare
Aims: Art in Healthcare is a charity working across Scotland to improve health and wellbeing for individuals and communities by providing opportunities to experience and engage with high quality visual art, artists and creativity – particularly within community, health and social care settings. Services provided: We provide curated exhibitions in hospitals, hospices, residential care homes…
Bute Advice Centre
Aims: To provide a free and confidential information and advice service. Services provided: Provide information and advice on a wide range of subjects Welfare rights and appeals service Money advice service to help with debts and income maximisation Premises are wholly accessible but home visits can also be arranged Information Point for Energy Advice and…
RADAR Key Company
Description of service: The RADAR Key Company is a commercial organisation for the supply of the genuine National Key Scheme (RADAR) keys, mechanical and electronic locks and toilet guide apps. Order any quantity online at http://www.radarkey.org Free toilet finding guides at http://www.loo.org
Meningitis Now
Aims: To ensure that every community is aware of the signs and symptoms of meningitis and that anyone affected has access to support following their experience. Services provided Helpline available Monday- Thursday 9-5p.m and Friday 9-1pm. 0808 801 0388 or email the helpline on helpline@meningitisnow.org Individual support from a local Community Support officer- through home…