Ability Net
A national charity helping disabled people use computers and the internet by adapting and adjusting their technology.
Health and Adult Social Care
A national charity helping disabled people use computers and the internet by adapting and adjusting their technology.
A national organisation that offers a range of services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing and provides information and support on all aspects of deafness, hearing loss and tinnitus.
A national group that provides support to anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone elseÂ's drinking, regardless of whether that person is still drinking or not. They do not offer advice or counselling, but members give each other understanding, strength and hope.
A national charity for teenage relatives and friends of alcoholics. Alateen is part of Al-Anon. Alateen meetings are attended by 12-17 year olds. Meeting to share their experiences of having, or having had, a problem drinker in their lives . They help and support each other.
A small national charity that is committed to reducing harm from alcohol-related problems. They help people understand the dangers of drinking too much and to fight for varied and effective treatment services for the people who need it.
A national organisation of people who support each other to stop drinking by sharing their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
A local organisation that offers online alcohol therapy and counselling.
The council's telecare alarm service offers a range of services and equipment that supports you at home and when you're out and about by providing emergency assistance when you need it. They can provide you with an alarm that lets you call for help quickly and easily if you fall, feel unwell or need any other urgent assistance.
If you have a disability or illness and you're having difficulties carrying out activities of daily living, the council may be able to help with equipment or adaptations to your home. You will need an assessment to see if you are eligible for services.
Information about getting a range of assistive technology devises installed in your home. These can increase independence and safety for you or the person you care for.
A local detox support project providing safe accommodation and a programme of support for men and women undergoing a medically supervised eight to 12 week drug detox programme to achieve abstinence.
(The service does not provide an alcohol detox).
A local project aiming to support clients to achieve healthy independent living free from alcohol and drugs. The service provides safe housing and a rehabilitation programme to enable residents to sustain abstinence and rebuild their lives following addiction.