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- Are you struggling with debt or money worries?We know it isn’t always easy to know what to do, or where to go for help. But there are lots of organisations in Islington and nearby that can help you free of charge.As well as help dealing…
- If you want to visit, please call us on 020 7278 4224 to make an appointment. You will be offered an initial assessment/ advice session with one of our advice team and offered a confidential space to discuss your needs.Alone in London is a key service providing advice and support to 16 to 25 year olds who are at risk of homelessness. The service has been supporting young people since 1972 - and became part of Depaul UK in September 2016. Alone in London provides…
- The Alzheimer's Society is a registered charity providing services and support to individuals, families and carers effected by dementia and Alzheimers. It provides a range of services including: - Singing for the Brain Tuesdays 10.30 – 12.30 Hargrave Community Centre, Hargrave Road, London N19 5SP…
- The animal welfare service can give help or advice about the care of animals. The service also investigates complaints about stray dogs, dangerous dogs and animal cruelty.To report an animal that may have been abandoned in a property, or a suspected incident of animal cruelty,…
- Weekly drop-in for homeless people and those who are socially isolated or lonely, offering food (light snacks, tea, soup, sandwiches), a change of clothes and somewhere to spend time. Limited counselling, advice and information also available. Entrance costs 50 pence. Open Mondays 10am to 12pm.…
- 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…
- We provide free, prompt, independent advice on immigration, nationality and asylum, following this up through casework, support, appeals representation, and home visits. We provide information about resources through advice and training sessions, and leaflets and posters. We work with other statutory and voluntary agencies to…
- 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.
- ASAP’s aim is to reduce destitution experienced by asylum seekers by helping them to obtain housing and welfare support We provide free legal advice and representation to asylum seekers at the Asylum Support Tribunal, run an advice line for advice agencies, and engage in policy…
- Our weekend workshops run 10am - 6pm on Saturdays and 10am - 5pm on Sundays
- Food and social contact for people who are homeless and on the margins. Breakfast Tuesday and Thursday 10am-12 noon. Informal advice on finding emergency accommodation, signposting to other organisations and other issues around homelessness.
- Breathe Easy groups are run by members, with help and support from the British Lung Foundation when it’s needed The Breathe Easy support group network provides support and information for people living with a lung condition, and for those who look after them. Groups typically…
- Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Case workers are flexible to meet families outside of office hours once a case has been allocated to a worker.We support families with school-aged children up to 19 years old. We’re here for you, in your community when you need us. What we can help with We know that being a parent is not always easy and that all families need extra help at…
- 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.
- 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…
- 9:00am -5:00pmAdult Social Services provides integrated health and social services to Adults (18-65) with a physical disability, sensory disability and Older People (65+). There are two teams based at this office: South Social Care Rehab Team (SSCR): Multi-disciplinary team, including social workers, physiotherapists, a speech and language therapist…
- Coronavirus Update: Camden City Islington Westminster Bereavement Service provide bereavement and loss counselling delivered by counsellors and therapists. You can call them on 020 7284 0090 or self-refer via their website. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Usual Service: Camden, City, Islington & Westminster Bereavement Service (CCIWBS) is an independent…
- We are the independent regulator of all health and social care services in England. Our job is to make sure that care provided by hospitals, dentists, ambulances, care homes and services in people’s own homes and elsewhere meets national standards of quality and safety. For…
- A free service to help with privately funded care for older people. Loved ones are allocated an adviser to help find a care home or care at home. We also signpost to relevant agencies and charities for useful information such as form filling, financial help…
- An independent not for profit organisation which resolves people's legal problems quickly and inexpensively without the need tio go to court. Centre for Justice promotes justice through better, fairer and more accessible dispute resolution. Anyone affected by a legal claim or dispute, whether individual, business…
- The Chinese Information and Advice Centre (CIAC) provides free information, advice and support to disadvantaged Chinese people in our community living in the UK.This includes supporting women and children who are victims, or at risk of domestic violence, working with prisoners to help reduce re-offending,…
- open Monday to Friday 9 to 5
- Citizens Advice Islington is currently providing the following services: Telephone legal advice Monday – Friday 10am to 4pm Call Advice line on 0300 330 1197 Also providing the Employment Law Advice Service for employees/workers experience employment issues relating to Covid-19. Grants and benefits to help you pay your…
- Accommodation Based Service - Supported Housing : London City YMCA provides housing and support to seventy five young, single homeless residents aged between sixteen and twenty nine. All residents are allocated a support worker with whom they will devise and agree a support plan, meeting at…
- Monday to Friday 9am to 8pm; Saturday 9am to 12.30pmAre you at risk of losing your home as a result of debt? Can’t afford to pay for your own legal advice? You may qualify for legal advice from Civil Legal Advice (CLA). We will check if you qualify for legal aid, and if you…
- 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…
- To relieve the inhabitants of the London Borough of Hackney, Islington, Tower Hamlets, Newham, Barking and Dagenham, and the surrounding area who are in need because of age, a mental or physical disability or poverty in particular but not exclusively by the provision of advice,…
- Community Language Support Services (CLSS) is a registered charity set up to assist speakers of community languages, especially refugees from east Africa and other Arabic speakers to access mainstream services such as health, education, welfare, housing, legal services.We provide support to members of this community…
- Companies House incorporates and dissolves limited companies, registers the information companies are legally required to supply, and makes that information available to the public. There are more than 3 million limited companies registered in the UK, and 500,000 new companies are incorporated each year. Opening…
- Consonant offers immigration legal services and helps people acquire the skills and knowledge needed so they can build successful lives in the UK, like English and computer skills.They help people improve their job prospects, find work and get more involved in the communities and decisions…
- This Islington Council Website link explains everything you need to know about your council tax.
- The Credit Union is a not for profit savings and loans co-operative that encourages saving as a way of preventing debt. It also provides information and support to people who may struggle with debt.The low cost Saver Loans help reduce the cost of borrowing and…
- If you are homeless, have been homeless in the last two years, or are at risk of becoming homeless, we can help you. To us, homeless means sleeping on the streets or living in a hostel, shelter or refuge. It also means living in supported…
- Crossroads Women's Centre is a disability-accessible multi-racial community resource. Home to 16 groups who provide self-help advice and information about a range of issues including escaping sexual and racial violence, opposing discrimination of all kinds, accessing benefits, housing and legal advice, etc. Activities include research,…
- Debtors Anonymous (DA) is a twelve-step programme for anyone who wants to stop incurring unsecured debt. DA encourages careful record keeping and monitoring of finances – including purchases, income, and debt payments – so that you get a clearer picture of your spending habits. This information is used to develop healthier spending practices, supporting you in keeping…
- Monday-Friday 10am-3pmDisability Action in Islington (DAII) supports disabled people and parents/carers of disabled children living, working or studying in Islington. We provide a volunteer advice service across a range of social welfare issues including welfare benefits, housing and community care. We can apply for charitable funds where relevant…
- 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…
- Eaves is a London-based charity that provides high quality housing and support to vulnerable women. We also carry out research, advocacy and campaigning to prevent all forms of violence against women.
- Action on Elder Abuse operate the UK and Ireland's only national, freephone helpline for anyone concerned in any way about the abuse of older people. Although it cannot provide legal advice, it can provide information on the nature of elder abuse and indicate what action might…
- ELOP is a thriving lesbian and gay centre based in North East London. ELOP was established around 1995 as a grassroots developed and community-led organisation with the aim to promote the health, wellbeing, empowerment and equality of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGB&T) communities. Since…
- Enable Payroll is a national payroll and employment advisory support service. We provide a specialised service for users of direct payments or anyone who employs a personal assistant or care assistant to work for them in their home.
- Our Energy Doctor in the Community service visits schools, libraries, day care centres and other local groups. Energy Doctors give personalised advice on how to save money by saving energy and keep warm. Energy Doctors can also run curtain lining and draught proofing workshops and…
- Our Energy Doctors make free visits to eligible homes in Islington to help you with using your heating controls and understanding your fuel bills. They also make your home more energy efficient by fitting radiator panels, draught proofing and energy saving light bulbs. However, please…
- Monday to Friday 8am until 5:30pm
- Provides information and advice for members of the Eritrean community in the UK. Subjects covered include welfare benefits, housing, domestic violence, education, health, employment and immigration. Interpretation and translation services. Works with young people (5 to19 years), includes a homework support club, mother tongue classes,…