Scottish Borders

Action for M.E.

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…

Scottish Drugs Forum

Aims: To co-ordinate the work of drugs services and identify gaps in provision. Services provided: Collects and disseminates drugs information Arranges conferences and working groups Offers training and consultancy services.  

Challenger Children’s Fund

Aims: To give financial help to physically disabled children under the age of eighteen who reside in Scotland Summary: Funding is provided to meet a specific need not covered by statutory sources, e.g. clothing, apparatus, equipment, household appliances, furniture, adaptations to home or garden. Grants may be made for holidays. Grants cannot be made retrospectively. Applications:…

Patients Association

Aims: To ensure that everybody can access and benefit from the health and care they need to live well, by ensuring that services are designed and delivered through equal partnership with patients. Services provided: Runs a helpline providing information, support and signposting Free membership for patients Represents the interests of patients to the government, the…

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…

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