Aims: To improve the lives of people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.), while working towards a greater understanding of the illness and ultimately a cure. Action for M.E. is the only charity in the UK supporting people with M.E. of all ages, providing support and information. Action for M.E.’s 2022-2027 strategy, ‘Shaping our Future Together’, has…
Aberdeen
Audio Description Association (Scotland)
Aims: To promote the inclusion of blind and partially sighted people at theatre, cinema, sport and cultural events by offering a commentary, which is received through a headset, and which does not obtrude on dialogue. Services provided: Campaigns to raise the profile and standards of audio description nationwide Offers training for audio describers to a…
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
Marie Curie
Aims: Provide nursing care for people with all forms of Terminal Illness. Services provided: Offer a unique service, with over 5,000 Marie Curie Nurses across the U.K. giving practical nursing care at home to people with cancer, without charge Provides specialised medical nursing and day care in nine Marie Curie Hospices Provides education and training…
STAF – Scottish Throughcare and Aftercare Forum
Aims: To improve support for young people leaving care, by sharing good practice, creating networks and influencing local and national developments. Services provided: Staf is a membership organisation open to all those who have Corporate Parenting responsibilities or who work directly with care leavers. This includes local authorities, health boards, third and independent sector organisations,…
Worster-Drought Syndrome Support Group
Aims: To provide information and support for families and people with Worster-Drought Syndrome To raise awareness of Worster-Drought Syndrome with professional workers and other interested individuals. services provided: Offer support and advice via email Provide information Links families. membership: No membership fees, though voluntary contributions are welcomed.