National charity for people in the UK with Polio and Post Polio Syndrome. Through our Central Office, we provide information, advice and other services. We have almost 50 Branches and Groups throughout the UK and also an Online Forum.
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- Benefits You get 50% off: Adult pay as you go bus and tram fares Adult 7 Day or monthly (up to six months) Bus & Tram Passes Can I get it? You must be: Living in a London borough Aged between 18 and 60 Getting no other…
- The Veolia Water Trust is a registered charity (number 1128398) which aims to help people take control of their finances by reducing the burden of their debts and helping them meet their future bills. The Trust operates through donations from Veolia Water Central, Veolia Water…
- The National Careline is a not for profit company offering information about care and support for older people, their carers and their families. The objective of the National Careline is to provide a portal that signposts users to various organisations including Government departments and support networks…
- The Royal Mail Articles for the Blind scheme is a free, first class or Airmail service for people sending items specifically designed for blind and visually impaired people. This enables them to send certain items within the UK and overseas free of charge. Available to…
- Access to Work can help you if your health or disability affects the way you do your job. It gives you and your employer advice and support with extra costs which may arise because of your needs.
- In the current economic climate, many people are finding it difficult to cope financially. You can find helpful advice on the pages.
- A borough wide service that operates from 5pm-9am Mon-Friday and 24 hrs on weekends and bank holidays, to respond to social care emergencies for Children, Adults or Mental Health services.
- Refuge is the national charity which provides a wide range of specialist domestic violence services to women and children experiencing domestic violence. On any given day our services support over 2,800 women and children.Refuge's national network of services includes safe emergency accommodation, advocacy, outreach, culturally…
- The London Area Refugee Unit aims to help refugees and asylum seekers in the London Area with practical advice and support. Volunteers, supported by members of staff, deliver the following services: office based casework, orientation and women in crisis projects, emergency provisions, support for destitute…
- Galop, is the leading LGBT anti-violence & abuse charity. We give advice and support to people who have experienced biphobia, homophobia, transphobia, sexual violence or domestic abuse. We also support lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer people who have had problems with the police or have…
- Tax credits are payments from the government. If you're responsible for at least one child or young person, you may qualify for Child Tax Credit. If you work, but are on a low income, you may qualify for Working Tax Credit. You can often get…
- Open meetings for Islington pensioners in the Islington Town Hall, Upper St, N1. Membership is free to anyone over 55 who lives or works in Islington. We are a membership organisation established in 1986 providing voice for the pensioners of Islington about the issues affecting them.…
- The Relatives & Residents Association is the national charity running a helpline for older people needing care and the relatives and friends who help them cope. Our helpline staff are here to empower callers with the information they need to resolve their issues. Our Helpline advisors…
- Empower Black, minority ethnic and refugee(BAMER) women, particularly South Asian, Turkish or Iranian women who are experiencing domestic Violence, sexual violence & harmful practices with culturally sensitive advice, support and safe housing-enabling them to make positive & appropriate choices for themselves. Provide counseling to women…
- If you are a victim of crime or are related to a victim and have received unwanted contact from a prisoner (by letter or telephone) or are worried about their release from prison, contact the National Offender Management Service Victim Helpine. Get free help and…
- The Helen Bamber Foundation (HBF) is a human rights charity based in London which was founded by Helen Bamber in 2005. Our specialist team of therapists, doctors and legal experts hold an international reputation for providing therapeutic care, medical consultation, legal protection and practical support…
- (formally Camden Cypriot Womens Organisation) The Kosmos Centre is committed to working with and assisting the following: BME women Families and dependents of BME women People of BME descent All others who wish to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of our communities, culture, heritage…
- The Forum brings together key organisations and agencies to work together to combat all forms of "honour" based violence and crimes in the UK, especially amongst refugee and BME communities. Membership open to all those concerned with the issues, to take part in activities and…
- Here at the East London Community Law Service we provide comprehensive advice and representation in the fields of Asylum and Immigration, Report it! Domestic Violence and Hate Crime. We are here to help all members of the community with legal advice and representation in these…
- This Islington Council Website link explains everything you need to know about your council tax.
- Working Families is the UK’s leading work-life balance organisation. We help children, working parents and carers and their employers find a better balance between responsibilities at home and work. Our free Legal Helpline gives parents and carers legal and in-work benefits advice, as well as helping them to negotiate…
- GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to do the same. GA members offer the hand of friendship to anyone who is looking…
- TaxAid is a charity that advises people on low income in crisis with their tax affairs or in dispute with HMRC. Tax advice is free, professional, independent and confidential.
- The Society provides support, care and advice to those in the community affected by Sickle Cell. You may find a number of the information / fact sheets below useful. There are also Sickle Cell Centres around the country who have support groups who can help…
- We're the Parkinson's support and research charity. For more than 40 years we've been working to find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson's. We provide information and support through: our UK-wide team of information and support workers our free confidential helpline…
- Get help by phone if you’re an asylum applicant or refugee and you need advice about the asylum process or adapting to life in the UK.