Aims: To offer information and support to families with Huntington’s disease, their friends and professionals. Services provided: Emotional and practical support for people whose lives are affected by Huntington’s disease Someone to talk to confidentially Liaison with other professionals to help individuals obtain services to which they may be entitled e.g. Benefits Agency and Social…
Midlothian
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust
Aims: To provide support and information to families affected by retinoblastoma, at the point of diagnosis, during treatment and later in life as required To raise awareness of childhood eye cancer with health professionals and the public To promote and fund retinoblastoma related research. services provided: Provides support for anyone affected by retinoblastoma Runs events…
Ehlers-Danlos Support UK
Aims: To provide support, advice and information for people with EDS or HSD and their families and friends To heighten awareness among healthcare and other professionals concerning EDS and HSD. To support research to improve understanding of EDS and HSD and to improve healthcare for those affected services provided: Local, peer support provided by trained…
Urostomy Association
Aims: To provide information and support for people with a urinary diversion, their families and carers, both before and after surgery. Services provided: Regular magazine and other literature Open Facebook page and closed Group, to provide support Website Local meetings Trained volunteers available to provide peer support, both before and after surgery Opening hours: Monday…
Pet Fostering Service Scotland
Aims: To provide support to pet owners during crisis situations. Services provided: Provides short term care for the pets of people who are unable to care for them because of crisis situations and are unable to afford kennel fees Fosterers are recruited who can care for the pet in their own home. cost: The cost…