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…
Fife
Alzheimer Scotland
Aims: To be the national voice of people in Scotland with dementia and their carers To improve public policies for people with dementia and their carers To provide and secure the provision of high quality services, both for people with dementia and their carers. services provided: Campaign for the rights and concerns of people with…
Bowel Cancer UK
Aims: We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer by championing early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care. We’re here to stop people dying of bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate…
SEQUAL Trust
Aims: The Sequal Trust is a small national fundraising Charity, founded in 1968, which is committed to bridging the communication gap for disabled people of all ages throughout the UK. It is their aim to help each of their disabled members to reach their full potential through the provision of suitable communication equipment. To help people to see the person…
Working Families
Details for scottish office below Mission Our mission is to remove the barriers that people with caring responsibilities face in the workplace. We drive positive change by supporting and advocating for working parents and carers, collaborating with employers to build flexible and family-friendly cultures, and influencing government policy. Services provided: Freephone helpline Assist parents to…
Cruse Scotland
Aims: To offer support and counselling to people who have been bereaved. Services provided: National Helpline (0808 802 6161) One to one counselling Arrange talks on bereavement to all interested parties Information Packs opening hours: Monday to Friday 9am-8pm Saturday to Sunday 10a,-2pm