As well as Hourglass, there are a number of other useful organisations that can provide advice, assistance, and information for those seeking help for a variety of different situations.
Bath Mencap Society
Disability Support Organisations
Independent self-funded charity working with disabled people, with a range of services and activities for disabled people, and their parents and carers.
N/A
England
Batheaston Leisure Association
Friendship and Social Interaction Organisations
Provides sport and receational facilities for children also for young and elderly people.
N/A
England
Batley And District Mencap
Disability Support Organisations
Independent self-funded charity working with disabled people, with a range of services and activities for disabled people, and their parents and carers.
N/A
England
BAVA
Female Victim Organisations
For victims of domestic abuse, forced marriage, trafficking, rape. Information & advice, support
N/A
England
BAWSO
Domestic Abuse Prevention Organisations
Established in 1995, Bawso is an all Wales Organisation providing generic and specialist services including Training, the provision of temporary accommodation for those affected or are at risk of Domestic abuse and all forms of violence such as Female Genital Mutilation, Forced Marriage, Honour Based Violence, Human trafficking and modern slavery.
Wales
BAWSO
Domestic Abuse Prevention Organisations
Established in 1995, Bawso is an all Wales Organisation providing generic and specialist services including Training, the provision of temporary accommodation for those affected or are at risk of Domestic abuse and all forms of violence such as Female Genital Mutilation, Forced Marriage, Honour Based Violence, Human trafficking and modern slavery.
Wales
BAWSO
Domestic Abuse Prevention Organisations
Established in 1995, Bawso is an all Wales Organisation providing generic and specialist services including Training, the provision of temporary accommodation for those affected or are at risk of Domestic abuse and all forms of violence such as Female Genital Mutilation, Forced Marriage, Honour Based Violence, Human trafficking and modern slavery.
Wales
BAWSO
Domestic Abuse Prevention Organisations
Established in 1995, Bawso is an all Wales Organisation providing generic and specialist services including Training, the provision of temporary accommodation for those affected or are at risk of Domestic abuse and all forms of violence such as Female Genital Mutilation, Forced Marriage, Honour Based Violence, Human trafficking and modern slavery.
Wales
BAWSO
Domestic Abuse Prevention Organisations
Established in 1995, Bawso is an all Wales Organisation providing generic and specialist services including Training, the provision of temporary accommodation for those affected or are at risk of Domestic abuse and all forms of violence such as Female Genital Mutilation, Forced Marriage, Honour Based Violence, Human trafficking and modern slavery.
Wales
BAWSO
Domestic Abuse Prevention Organisations
Established in 1995, Bawso is an all Wales Organisation providing generic and specialist services including Training, the provision of temporary accommodation for those affected or are at risk of Domestic abuse and all forms of violence such as Female Genital Mutilation, Forced Marriage, Honour Based Violence, Human trafficking and modern slavery.
Wales
BCHA
Housing Advice Organisations
Housing association for supported living. Different locations for older alcoholics, ladies refuge, mental health issues, trafficking victims, homeless, recovery. Also teaches life skills
N/A
England
Be Clear on Cancer
NHS or Health Organisations
Early diagnosis & awareness charity. Arranges screenings, 1 -1 support, information & advice
N/A
England
Be Free Young Carers Ltd
Other (Please clarify type)
Be Free Young Carers supports young carers aged 8 to 24 by providing 1 to 1 emotional support, arranging trips and activities, and offering training in practical skills, all of which helps reduce the anxiety and stress so many young carers experience and increases their self confidence and self worth.
N/A
England
Be Kind Sheffield
Other (Please clarify type)
The prevention or relief of poverty.
N/A
England
Be There 4 U Advice Line And Bureau
Friendship and Social Interaction Organisations
To help alleviate the suffering and distress of people with disabilities, their families and carers by the provision of advice through a combined telephone, email, Home Visiting and web-based service.
N/A
England
Beach Wheelchairs
Disability Support Organisations
Free use of special wheelchairs designed to go on sand and waterproof
also available at some other local beaches if requested
Scotland
Beacon Centre For The Blind
Age Related Organisations
Domiciliary care is provided for up to 71 elderly blind and partially sighted persons. Up to 400 blind and partially sighted persons attend our Day Centre each week to participate in stimulating and therapeutic activities. We provide Community Services to blind and partially sighted persons residing in the Midlands area. Facilitates employment opportunities for visually impaired people.
N/A
England
Beacon Counselling Trust
Counselling or Therapy Organisations
Provision of counselling and support to relieve mental, emotional and physical problems encountered by people living in today's society.
N/A
England
Beanfield Community Association
Other (Please clarify type)
Runs a community centre for the benefit of local residents to get information and advice.
N/A
England
Beatson Cancer Wellbeing Centre
NHS or Health Organisations
Therapies, wigs, support services
Mon - Fri 9-9
Scotland
Beaumond House Community Hospice
Care and Nursing Homes (see CQC website)
Promoting the welfare of people with a life limiting or terminal illness and to provide respite for their carers.
N/A
England
Bebington Hard of Hearing Club
Friendship and Social Interaction Organisations
Brings together hearing impaired people for social activities (cards, bingo, outings) and companionship. This enables them to enjoy a better quality of life.
N/A
England
Beccles Centre For Disabled People
Disability Support Organisations
The charity runs a day centre for disabled people open two days each week throughout the year. Various activities are organised, including a programme of outings during the summer months. The charity owns a mini-bus and provides transport for members.
N/A
England
Bedale Community Minibus
Disability Support Organisations
To provide affordable transport to those with disabilities, the elderly, local community groups and those in danger of becoming socially isolated.
N/A
England
Bede House Association
Other Advice and Support Organisations
Offers support to people with learning disabilities, works to end domestic abuse and also offers accommodation to those in need in the local Southwark area.
N/A
England
Bedford District Cerebral Palsy Society
NHS or Health Organisations
Therapies, respite, social
N/A
England
Bedford Women's Centre
Domestic Abuse Prevention Organisations
Support, workshops, social, training courses
N/A
England
Bedfordshire Domestic Abuse
Domestic Abuse Prevention Organisations
Provides advice and support for those who are victim survivors of domestic abuse
N/A
England
Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity
Local Authority/ Local Government/ Social Service Organisations
Community transport, social, good neighbour scheme
N/A
England
Bedworth, Rugby And Nuneaton Citizens Advice Bureau
Other Advice and Support Organisations
The bureau operates in Nuneaton, Bedworth and Rugby and the surrounding areas of Warwickshire to provide free, confidential, impartial and independent generalist advice on most subjects. The bureau also undertakes social policy campaign work and financial capability training for community groups and individuals.
N/A
England
Bee Heard
Mental Health Organisation
Bee Heard is an independent mental health charity organisation that is made up of people who have or have had experience of mental health issues and related problems. Volunteer led group that provides one to one peer advocacy for people suffering from a range of mental health problems.
Northern Ireland
Beehive
Age Related Organisations
Activities, social, meals. Also has an Almshouse. Apply via website
N/A
England
Beeline Community Car Service
Disability Support Organisations
Beeline Community Transport, which was set up in 1983, is based at The Partnership Centre, Atherstone and covers the whole of North Warwickshire. It has a team of volunteer drivers who use their own cars to provide a door-to-door transport service mainly to hospitals, clinics and other essential health services such as doctors' surgeries, chiropodists, dentists and opticians.
N/A
England
Befrienders Highland
Friendship and Social Interaction Organisations
Spread throughout the region,. Can be 1 -1 , or virtual outreach meetings
N/A
Scotland
Befriending Lewis
Friendship and Social Interaction Organisations
Social and support
N/A
Scotland
Belchamp Otten Almshouses Charity
Housing Advice Organisations
Poverty relief locally.
N/A
England
Belfast East Seniors Forum
Age Related Organisations
Belfast East Seniors Forum is a group of older men and women from all walks of life, representing over 130 older people's groups in the local area committed to combatting isolation. Dedicated to improving both mental and physical health through a range of activities to all individuals, irrespective of their abilities, allowing the older generation to live life to the full with dignity and respect. Makes sure the voice of this generation is heard by the country's decision makers by having members present at relevant meetings.
Northern Ireland
Belfast Samaritans
Suicide Prevention Organisations
Support for anyone, of any age, facing any kind of issue. You do not have to be suicidal to call.
Northern Ireland
Belfast Street Pastors
Other (Please clarify type)
Belfast Street Pastors started 4 years ago and has grown from around 10 initial volunteers to around 100, making Belfast Street Pastors one of the largest schemes in the UK. Patrol the centre of the city centre area as well as the Odyssey Arena, Cathedral Quarter, Dublin Road, Shaftsbury Square, Botanic & University Road areas, focusing on pubs and clubs. particularly when people are leaving and arguably when at their most vulnerable.
Northern Ireland
Belle Isle Senior Action - Bisa
Age Related Organisations
The charity works in the Belle Isle area of Leeds and supports older people to remain living at home. Offers activities in the following areas of need: Social Contact; Health Promotion; Safety & Security; Winter Warmth and help around the House and Home.
N/A
England
Bellinge Community House
Other (Please clarify type)
To provide facilities of a staffed resource centre. To provide an awareness of health, education and social involvement. To provide information and support to the community of Bellinge.
N/A
England
Belper Community Cottage
Local Authority/ Local Government/ Social Service Organisations
Local centre that holds various groups including Cruse Bereavement, Lunch Club, Mencap, Alzheimer's, LGBT, skills and activities.
See website for times of various groups.
England
Benjamin Bolton
Financial Services
Providing grants for the benefit of residents in the community of Armitage with Handsacre.
N/A
England
Bentham and District Dementia Friendly Community
Age Related Organisations
To raise awareness of dementia within the population, organisations and businesses in Bentham and its surrounding area. To improve the quality of life of people living with dementia and their carers by creating events and opportunities. Raises money to fund these objectives.
N/A
England
Bentham Health Centre Extra Care Fund
Other Advice and Support Organisations
Provides medical equipment, books and information leaflets for patients in the practice and in the community.
N/A
England
Bentham Nursing Association Benevolent Fund
Financial Services
Payment of hospital transport and nursing assistance for those in need.
N/A
England
Berinsfield Voluntary Day Centre
Age Related Organisations
Providing a day centre for elderly people to meet, feel safe & socialize, in a warm & friendly environment, especially those who live alone or are in remote locations. Hot dinners, morning coffee & afternoon tea are provided at each meeting, with handicrafts, games & entertainment.
N/A
England
Berkshire West Your Way
Mental Health Organisation
Counselling, 1 - 1, social, support
Mon - Fri, 9 - 3
England
Beside Mental Health Community Project Limited
Mental Health Organisation
Befriending and practical activities for people of Tower Hamlets affected by mental health issues.
N/A
England
Bethany Christian Trust
Homelessness Organisation
Provides support services and accommodation for those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Also provides advice and support on a number of subjects
N/A
Scotland