| Alcohol / Drugs |
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Alcohol Concern |
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http://www.alcoholconcern.org.uk Alcohol Concern is the national agency on alcohol misuse. We work to reduce the incidence and costs of alcohol-related harm and to increase the range and quality of services available to people with alcohol-related problems. We provide factsheets, a directory of services and an extensive library database for journal articles, books, research papers, booklets and leaflets. |
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FRANK |
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http://www.talktofrank.com Free confidential drugs information and advice 24 hours a day for teenagers. Provides a search facility to find contact details of organisations offering practical help and support locally. |
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HAPAS |
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http://www.hapas.org HAPAS is an independent agency promoting the prevention of alcohol misuse and concerned with helping those harmed directly or indirectly by alcohol throughout Hertfordshire. |
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Release |
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http://www.release.org.uk Provide a range of advice and information services in response to people requiring assistance with matters to do with drugs and the law. |
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Alcoholics Anonymous |
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http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk Alcoholics 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 recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. |
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Al-Anon Family Groups UK |
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http://www.al-anonuk.org.uk Support for families and friends of alcoholics. |
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Families Anonymous |
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http://www.famanon.org.uk For relatives and friends concerned about the use of drugs or related behavioural problems. |
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| Bereavement |
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Child Death Helpline |
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http://www.childdeathhelpline.org.uk A listening service that offers emotional support to all those affected by the death of a child of any age, from pre-birth to adult. |
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The Compassionate Friends |
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http://www.tcf.org.uk The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is an organisation of bereaved parents and their families offering understanding, support and encouragement to others after the death of a child or children. We also offer support, advice and information to other relatives, friends and professionals who are helping the family. |
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Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths |
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http://www.sids.org.uk/fsid/ The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths (FSID) is one of the UK's leading baby charities working to prevent sudden infant deaths and promote baby health. FSID carries out its aims by funding research, supporting families and promoting lifesaving baby safety advice. |
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Cruse Bereavement Care |
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http://www.crusebereavementcare.org.uk Cruse Bereavement Care exists to promote the well-being of bereaved people and to enable anyone bereaved by death to cope with their loss. The organisation provides counselling and support. It offers information, advice, education and training services. |
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Jewish Bereavement Counselling Service |
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http://www.jvisit.org.uk The Jewish Bereavement Counselling Service consists of a team of volunteer counsellors who are professionally supervised and trained to work with people of all ages. |
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National Association of Widows |
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http://www.nawidows.org.uk A self-help organisation, run by widows, for widows, that offers comfort, friendship and a listening ear to widows and unmarried women who have lost a partner through bereavement. |
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South West Herts Bereavement Network |
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http://www.peacehospice.co.uk The Peace Hospice bereavement service and The South West Herts Bereavement Network (SWHBN) merged to create a new combined bereavement service. Providing care not only to relatives, friends and carers of patients who we have looked after, but also to anyone who has been bereaved within the South West Hertfordshire area. |
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RoadPeace |
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http://www.roadpeace.org RoadPeace, the UK's national charity dedicated to supporting bereaved and injured road crash victims, was set up in February 1992 to meet the overwhelming need for a national organisation to represent and support this huge group of victims and draw attention to their almost non-existent rights. |
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| BME projects |
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African Caribbean Project |
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http://www.watfordafricarib.org.uk WACA aims to meet the educational, social and cultural needs of the African and Caribbean community of Watford and surrounding areas through a number of projects have been embarked on, covering the areas of education, health and social welfare. |
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| Carers |
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Crossroads - Caring for Carers |
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http://www.crossroads.org.uk Crossroads-Caring for Carers, is the leading provider of practical support for Carers in England & Wales. The objectives of Crossroads are to give Carers time to be themselves, by enabling them to take a much needed short break from their caring responsibilities. |
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Turning Point |
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http://www.turning-point.co.uk Turning Point is the UK's leading social care organisation. We provide services for people with complex needs, including those affected by drug and alcohol misuse, mental health problems and those with a learning disability. Offers supported housing, drug and alcohol services, outreach services for those with mental health problems, and support for carers. |
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Carers in Herts |
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http://www.carersinherts.org.uk Carers in Hertfordshire is a voluntary organisation for carers across the county. We aim to ensure all carers have access to information, advice and support; are involved in the planning of and consultation on services; be a platform for the voice of carers about issues which affect their lives. |
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Carers UK |
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http://www.carersuk.org Carers UK changes carers' lives by campaigning for a better deal for carers. We are a membership organisation of carers providing them with a voice to win the recognition and support that carers deserve. Through campaigning; providing information; training and advising professionals who work with carers. |
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| Children |
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RD4U |
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http://www.rd4u.org.uk RD4U is a website developed by Cruse Bereavement Care's Youth Involvement Project which aims to support young people, after the death of someone close to them. We believe that the best way of doing this is to involve young people in planning, developing and delivering services. |
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STARS at the Peace Hospice |
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http://www.peacehospice.co.uk STARS is a specially designed grief support programme for children aged 5-12 years and their carer. This six week programme provides grieving children and their parent/carer the opportunity to meet others with similar experiences. |
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Bullying Online |
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http://www.bullying.co.uk A range of advice and support for children and parents, with online support available. |
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ChildLine |
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http://www.childline.org.uk Free helpline for children and young people, provides a confidential telephone counselling service for any child with any problem, 24 hours a day, every day. Where a child is in danger, ChildLine works with other helping agencies to ensure child's protection. |
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Hertfordshire County Council |
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http://www.hertsdirect.org Use the links on this page for more information and guidance about Child Protection, including the work of the Hertfordshire Area Child Protection Committee (ACPC). |
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NSPCC |
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http://www.nspcc.org.uk The UK's leading charity specialising in child protection and the prevention of cruelty to children. |
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National Children's Bureau |
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http://www.ncb.org.uk NCB promotes the voices, interests and well-being of all children and young people across every aspect of their lives. As an umbrella body for the children's sector in England and Northern Ireland, we provide essential information on policy, research and best practice for our members and other partners. |
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The Children's Rights Alliance for England (CRAE) |
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http://www.crae.org.uk The Children's Rights Alliance for England (CRAE) is a coalition of voluntary and statutory organisations committed to the fullest implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. We lobby for laws and policies to be fully compliant with children's human rights, we monitor Government action on implementing the Convention on the Rights of the Child and other human rights instruments, and we disseminate children's rights information to the public. |
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Contact a Family |
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http://www.cafamily.org.uk Contact a Family is the only UK-wide charity providing advice, information and support to the parents of all disabled children - no matter what their health condition. We also enable parents to get in contact with other families, both on a local and national basis. |
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CSIE (Centre for Studies on Inclusive Education) |
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http://inclusion.uwe.ac.uk Advice and information on mainstream education for all children and young people with disabilities / learning difficulties. |
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HARC (Hertfordshire Autistic Resource Centre) |
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http://www.harc-online.org.uk Supporting families and individuals affected by autistic spectrum disorders in Hertfordshire. Runs a telephone helpline, parent support meetings and a variety of activities for children on the spectrum. |
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Hertfordshire County Council |
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http://www.hertsdirect.org Here you'll find a whole range of information on your child's welfare and taking care of children. This is the first place to look to find out who you can speak to for more help and what support we can provide. |
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Advisory Centre for Education |
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http://www.ace-ed.org.uk The Advisory Centre for Education (ACE) is an independent registered charity, which offers information about state school education in England and Wales for parents of school age children. We offer free telephone advice on many subjects like exclusion from school, bullying, special educational needs and school admission appeals. |
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Hertfordshire County Council |
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http://www.hertsdirect.org A range of information, advice and support |
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ChildLine |
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http://www.childline.org.uk Free helpline for children and young people. Provides a confidential telephone counselling service for any child with any problem, 24 hours a day, every day. It comforts, advises and protects. Where a child is in danger, ChildLine works with other helping agencies to ensure child's protection. |
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Get Connected |
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http://www.getconnected.org.uk Get Connected aims to help every young person in the UK to find the help they need to support their emotional and physical well being. This is currently achieved by the provision of a unique telephone and email helpline for under 25 year olds. The helpline finds young people the best help, whatever the problem. Get Connected uses databases of thousands of organisations, ensuring users have access to the best possible help. These agencies vary from national helplines to local drop in centres. |
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Girlabout |
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http://www.girlabout.co.uk Welcome to GirlAbout, the UK's newest and freshest site for girls and young women. Written by girls for girls, we're here to provide a safe place for you to put your feet up, have a laugh, make new friends, ask tough questions and find out the facts. Local group in Watford. |
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There4me |
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http://www.there4me.com There4me.com is for all 12-16 year-olds living in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands. |
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Hertfordshire Children's & Young People's Palliative Care Service |
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http://www.nhsinherts.nhs.uk Provides a service for children and young people with life-limiting conditions, and their families, across Hertfordshire. |
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Think U Know |
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http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk Contains loads of information on internet safety and safe surfing for young people. |
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Children's Legal Centre |
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http://www.childrenslegalcentre.com The Children's Legal Centre is a unique, independent national charity concerned with law and policy affecting children and young people. The Children's Legal Centre provides legal advice and representation to children, their carers and professionals throughout the UK. |
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National Youth Advocacy Service |
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http://www.nyas.net Provides children's rights and socio-legal services. Offer information, advice, advocacy and legal representation to children and young people up to the age of 25, through a network of advocates throughout England and Wales |
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Kidscape |
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http://www.kidscape.org.uk Kidscape is the first charity in the UK established specifically to prevent bullying and child sexual abuse. Kidscape works UK-wide to provide individuals and organisations with practical skills and resources necessary to keep children safe from harm. The Kidscape staff equips vulnerable children with practical non-threatening knowledge and skills in how to keep themselves safe and reduce the likelihood of future harm. Kidscape works with children and young people under the age of 16, their parents/carers, and those who work with them. |
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Understanding Childhood |
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http://www.understandingchildhood.net Understanding Childhood provides free downloadable information leaflets for families and childcare professionals to help raise emotionally secure children. |
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YoungMinds |
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http://www.youngminds.org.uk YoungMinds is the national charity committed to improving the mental health of all children and young people. YoungMinds produce leaflets and booklets to help young people, parents and professionals to understand when a young person feels troubled and where to find help. |
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Cellmark |
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http://www.cellmark.co.uk Confidential, conclusive & court approved DNA paternity testing. Two decades of reliable service from our UK laboratories. Results in 3-5 working days. |
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Princes trust |
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http://www.princes-trust.org.uk UK charity that helps young people overcome barriers through practical support including training, mentoring and financial assistance. Help 14-30 year olds realise their potential and transform their lives and focus our efforts on those who've struggled at school, been in care, been in trouble with the law, or are long-term unemployed. |
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UK Youth |
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http://www.ukyouth.org The leading national youth work charity supporting over 750,000 young people, helping them to raise their aspirations, realise their potential and have their achievements recognised via non-formal, accredited education programmes and activities. |
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Willow foundation |
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http://www.willowfoundation.org.uk Special days aim to provide young adults living with life-threatening conditions a chance to escape the pressures of their daily routine and share quality time with family and/or friends. |
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| Counselling |
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BACP |
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http://www.bacp.co.uk British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy promotes and provides education and training for counsellors and psychotherapists and to advance the education of the public in the part that counselling and/or psychotherapy can play. Locate a counsellor or therapist. |
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Relate |
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http://www.relate.org.uk Relate offers advice, relationship counselling, sex therapy, workshops, mediation, consultations and support face-to-face, by phone and through this website |
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Watford Christian Counselling Service |
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http://www.wccs.org.uk A confidential counselling service in the centre of Watford, available to all, irrespective of religious background or commitment. |
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| Disability |
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DisabledGo |
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http://www.DisabledGo.info DisabledGo provides free detailed access information for disabled people across the UK. Our detailed access information will empower you to judge for yourself which hotels, cinemas, restaurants, solicitors' offices, pubs, train stations - all kinds of shops and services - are accessible to your particular needs. |
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DIAL UK (Disability Information and Advice Line) |
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http://www.dialuk.org.uk Gives free, independent advice on all aspects of disability over telephone and in drop-in centres; many can arrange to visit less mobile clients in their own homes. |
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RNIB |
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http://www.rnib.org.uk Leading charity offering practical support and information to anyone with a sight problem. |
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SCOPE |
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http://www.scope.org.uk Scope's services focus on four main areas where disabled people face the greatest inequality: early years, education, daily living and work. We also provide local support services which respond to the needs identified by disabled people in their areas. |
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Hertfordshire Hearing Advisory Service |
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http://www.hhas.org.uk The service gives free help and advice to people with or associated with hearing loss; runs a free county wide Mobile Service to improve access; has a Demonstration Room for hands on equipment evaluation; runs drop in Resource Centres where help is available. |
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RNID |
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http://www.rnid.org.uk Provides a range of services for deaf and hard of hearing people and associated professionals, including communication support, training, information, specialist phone services, helpline. |
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IPSEA |
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http://www.ipsea.org.uk IPSEA aims to help ensure that children with special educational needs receive the special educational provision to which they are legally entitled. IPSEA can provide free independent advice; free advice on appealing to the Special Educational Needs Tribunal, including representation when needed; free second professional opinions. |
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Network 81 |
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http://www.network81.org Network 81 is a national network of parents working towards properly resourced inclusive education for children with special needs. Offers a national helpline and trained befriending service, a range of publications and conferences. |
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SKILL (National Bureau for Students with Disabilities) |
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http://www.skill.org.uk Skill is a national charity promoting opportunities for young people and adults with any kind of disability in post-16 education, training and employment across the UK. |
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Jobcentre Plus |
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http://www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk General information and New Deal for Disabled People. |
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Disability Rights Commission |
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http://www.drc.org.uk The Disability Rights Commission (DRC) is an independent body established in April 2000 by Act of Parliament to stop discrimination and promote equality of opportunity for disabled people. |
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Disabled Living Foundation |
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http://www.dlf.org.uk Disabled Living Foundation (DLF) has helped older and disabled people find equipment solutions that enable them to lead independent lives. We aim to help people achieve greater mobility and independence and to confront barriers excluding them from living a full and productive life at home, at work and in their leisure time. |
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Hertfordshire Action on Disability |
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http://www.hadnet.com HAD provides services that help Hertfordshire's disabled people maintain their independence and keep on the move. |
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Mencap |
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http://www.mencap.org.uk Support group and provider of services for learning disabled children, adults and their families. Advice, information, holidays, housing/independent living. |
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Watford Mencap |
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http://www.watfordmencap.org.uk Offer a range of services to make your life easier and more pleasant. We can give you advice and support with problems you are experiencing, or offer practical help with caring and respite. Some of our schemes provide opportunities for leisure activities and play. We have a number of residential homes, and occasionally there are vacancies for adult residents. We also have charity shops in Bushey and Watford. |
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DPRC |
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http://www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk The Disabled Person's Railcard allows you to buy discounted rail tickets. If another adult is travelling with you, they can also travel at the same discounted fare. |
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| Divorce & Separation |
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National Association of Child Contact Centres |
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http://www.naccc.org.uk The National Association of Child Contact Centres (NACCC) promotes safe child contact within a national framework of Child Contact Centres. |
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Cornelius Parker Mediation |
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http://www.cpmediation.co.uk A specialist company offering nationwide mediation services. The Family Division provides all issues mediation services to divorcing and separating couples both privately and in conjunction with the Legal Services Commission. |
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Hertfordshire Family Mediation |
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http://www.hertsfms.org Mediation is for any couple, whether married or not, who have decided to separate or are already separated, but disagree about the arrangements for their children, their home or their money. Older children can be involved in the mediation process if both parents agree. We also offer mediation to grandparents over issues of contact with their grandchildren. |
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Hertfordshire Mediation |
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http://www.hertsmediation.com The team consists of experienced lawyers and other professionals with business and therapeutic backgrounds, so we are as at home with matrimonial matters as we are with industrial relations and contracts. |
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National Family Mediation |
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http://www.nfm.u-net.com NATIONAL FAMILY MEDIATION (NFM) is a network of over 60 local not-for-profit Family Mediation Services in England and Wales offering help to couples, married or unmarried who are in the process of separation and divorce. We are committed to providing mediation to everyone who needs it in all communities. |
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| Domestic Violence |
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Elder Abuse Response |
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http://www.elderabuse.org.uk Action on Elder Abuse is a national organisation that was established by a group of practitioners concerned about the lack of information and assistance for those who were abused or were at risk of abusing. The charity runs a helpline providing information, advice and support. |
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Refuge |
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http://www.refuge.org.uk Refuge's network of safe houses provides emergency accommodation for women and children when they are most in need. |
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Foreign & Commonwealth Office |
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http://www.fco.gov.uk The Forced Marriage Unit is a single point of confidential advice and assistance for those at risk of being forced into marriage overseas. We are determined to take all appropriate measures to prevent British nationals undergoing this serious human rights abuse. If you fear you may be forced into marriage overseas, or know someone else who may be, we can help. The sooner we know about the case, the more we can do to help. Our number is: 020 7008 0151 |
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Justice for Women |
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http://www.jfw.org.uk Justice For Women campaigns for changes in the law, monitors the response of the criminal justice system to male violence and challenges the system's failure to deal effectively and adequately with violent and abusive men. |
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Dept for Constitutional Affairs |
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http://www.dca.gov.uk/family/dvguide04.pdf A guide to civil remedies and criminal sanctions. |
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Broken Rainbow |
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http://www.broken-rainbow.org.uk Support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people experiencing domestic violence. This website was created for the victims and survivors of LGBT domestic abuse. |
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Dacorum Women's Aid |
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http://www.dacorumwomen.org.uk Dacorum Women's Aid provides a safe haven for women and their children whilst they consider their options and restore a sense of their empowerment. |
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Jewish Women's Aid |
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http://www.jwa.org.uk Jewish Women's Aid (JWA) is a registered national charity run by Jewish women for Jewish women and their children who have experienced or are experiencing domestic abuse. |
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Police |
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http://www.herts.police.uk The constabulary has specially-trained domestic violence officers who can assist you with legal matters, offer practical help and give advice on what to do in an emergency. |
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Victim Support |
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http://www.victimsupport.org.uk Victim Support is the independent charity which helps people cope with the effects of crime. We provide free and confidential support and information to help you deal with your experience. |
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Women's Aid |
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http://www.womensaid.org.uk Women's Aid is the national domestic violence charity that co-ordinates and supports an England-wide network of over 500 local services, who work to end violence against women and children and support over 200,000 women and children each year. |
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Free from fear |
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http://www.freefromfear.org.uk General information and support with online facilities for children. |
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Bursting the Bubble |
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http://www.burstingthebubble.com Support for young people facing domestic violence in the home. |
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The Hideout |
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http://www.thehideout.org.uk Interactive site for children and young people facing domestic violence in the home. Supported by Women's Aid. |
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Everyman |
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http://www.everymanproject.co.uk EVERYMAN PROJECT is a voluntary, charitable organisation based in London which offers a range of support services for men who want to stop behaving violently or abusively and for the people affected by their violence or abuse. |
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RESPECT |
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http://www.respect.uk.net RESPECT is a UK-wide membership organisation for practitioners and organisations working with perpetrators of domestic violence and associated work with women partners and ex-partners. |
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The Mankind Initiative |
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http://www.mankind.org.uk For male victims of domestic abuse, offering a National Helpline, Refuge Referral - offering refuge referral facilities for single men and men with children who are suffering from domestic abuse and leaflets. |
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Paws for Kids |
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http://www.pawsforkids.org.uk A unique and specialised support service to women, children and their pets who suffer domestic violence; helping all involved, physically and emotionally, both in the short and long term |
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| Education |
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Bullying Online |
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http://www.bullying.co.uk Bullying Online website where pupils, parents, teachers and youth organisations will find quality advice and updated content on school bullying issues. |
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National Extension College |
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http://www.nec.ac.uk The National Extension College (NEC) was set up over 40 years ago as a charity to help people of all ages fit learning into their lives. We believe there should be more than one way to get a good education. |
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Open University UK |
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http://www.open.ac.uk The Open University (OU) is the United Kingdom's only university dedicated to distance learning. For most courses there are no previous qualifications required to study, you have to be aged 18 when your course starts but there is no upper age limit. |
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Learn direct |
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http://www.learndirect.co.uk Learn provides post-16 learning which for those with few or no skills and qualifications and equips people with the skills they need for employability. |
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Continyou |
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http://www.continyou.org.uk ContinYou works with a range of professional people, organisations and agencies to enhance what they do to change lives through learning. We work to offer opportunities to people who have gained the least from formal education and training. |
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Schools Directory |
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http://www.schools.co.uk/ The Schools Directory is a listing of all the main schools in the UK with links to their websites, wherever we have been able to find this information. |
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| Education &Training |
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ASCEND |
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http://www.ascend.org.uk ASCEND's services aim to counteract the problems of unemployment, social deprivation and learning disabilities. Services are available to anyone living in the South Oxhey and Three Rivers District, but also people from the surrounding areas of Watford, Borehamwood and St Albans. We aim to provide education and training opportunities; develop IT skills; improve confidence, self-esteem and increase employability. |
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The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education |
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http://www.niace.org.uk NIACE (The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education - England and Wales) supports an increase in the total numbers of adults engaged in formal and informal learning in England and Wales; improves opportunities and widens access to learning. |
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Workers Educational Association |
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http://www.wea.org.uk WEA is a democratic, voluntary adult education movement, committed to widening participation and to enabling people to realise their full potential through learning. |
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Learn direct |
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http://www.learndirect-advice.co.uk Learn direct has been developed by Ufi (University for industry) with a remit from government to provide high quality post-16 learning for those with few or no skills and qualifications. |
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JHP Training Group |
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http://www.jhp-group.com One of the largest and most successful vocational training and recruitment organisations in the UK, offering a wide range of work-based and job-seeker training for adults and young people alike. |
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Learning and Skills Council |
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http://www.lsc.gov.uk The LSC exists to make England better skilled and more competitive. We are responsible for planning and funding high-quality vocational education and |
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| Elderly |
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Grandparents Association |
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http://www.grandparents-association.org.uk A range of information and support, including a helpline and local groups. |
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Age Concern Hertfordshire |
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http://www.acherts.org.uk Age Concern Hertfordshire offers a wide range of services which provide information, advice, practical support and social inclusion to older people and their carers throughout the county. |
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| Employment |
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Guardian newspaper |
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http://www.jobs.guardian.co.uk/ The Guardian offers job hunters more job advertisements and careers advice than any other UK national newspaper |
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Jobcentre Plus |
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http://www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk Jobcentre Plus is a government agency supporting people of working age from welfare into work, and helping employers to fill their vacancies. |
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Monster |
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http://www.monster.co.uk/ Monster is the leading global online careers and recruitment resource. A division of Monster Worldwide, Monster works for everyone by connecting quality job seekers at all levels with leading employers across all industries. |
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Work train |
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http://www.worktrain.gov.uk The jobs and skills search is a service provided by Jobcentre Plus, available through the Directgov website.The jobs and skills search provides searches for jobs, training courses, career information, voluntary work and childcare providers. |
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ACAS |
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http://www.acas.org.uk Acas (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service) aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations, provides information, independent advice, high quality training, works with employers and employees to solve problems & improve performance. |
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TIGER - Dept of Trade & Industry |
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http://www.tiger.gov.uk Tailored Interactive Guidance on employment rights, TIGER is designed to provide a user-friendly guide through different aspects of UK employment law. |
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TUC |
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http://www.tuc.org.uk Campaigns for a fair deal at work and for social justice; offer information on a large range of employment issues. |
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Apex Trust |
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http://www.apextrust.com Seeks to help people with criminal records to obtain appropriate jobs or self-employment by providing them with the skills they need in the labour market and by working with employers to break down the barriers to their employment. |
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Prince's Trust |
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http://www.princes-trust.org.uk UK charity that helps young people overcome barriers through practical support including training, mentoring and financial assistance. Help 14-30 year olds realise their potential and transform their lives and focus our efforts on those who've struggled at school, been in care, been in trouble with the law, or are long-term unemployed. |
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| Health |
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The Patients Association |
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http://www.patients-association.com The Patients Association is a charitable organisation providing patients with an opportunity to raise concerns and share experiences of healthcare. Through our Helpline, correspondence and research we learn from patients the issues that are of concern and work towards improving the healthcare we all receive. |
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CancerBACKUP |
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http://www.cancerbacup.org.uk Cancerbackup is Europe's leading cancer information charity, with over 4,500 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for cancer patients, their families and carers. |
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Lynda Jackson Macmillan Centre |
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http://www.ljmc.org The Lynda Jackson Macmillan Centre is based at the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre in Northwood. It provides support and information for people affected by cancer. |
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Macmillan cancer relief |
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http://www.macmillan.org.uk Macmillan Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer, providing practical, medical, emotional and financial support and push for better cancer care. |
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Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Trust |
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http://www.hpt.nhs.uk The Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Trust (HPT) provides the following services, mostly across the whole of Hertfordshire: Children's Services (some West Herts only), Mental Health Services, Specialist Learning Disability Services. |
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| Housing |
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SSAFA - Stepping Stones Homes |
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http://www.ssafa.org.uk SSAFA stands for Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association. We are the national charity helping serving and ex-Service men, women and their families, including widows and widowers in need. |
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Three Rivers Council |
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http://www.threerivers.gov.uk Details about how the Council Housing Service operates, including the allocation process, tenancies, mutual exchange and the Right to Buy schemes. |
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Watford Council |
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http://www.watford.gov.uk Details about how the Council Housing Service operates, including the allocation process, tenancies, mutual exchange and the Right to Buy schemes. |
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HYHG - room4ubond |
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http://www.room4ubond.org.uk For many, low paid or unemployed people who are homeless or about to become homeless, and who do not qualify for council housing, the only option is private rented accommodation. If you are accepted for the room4uBond scheme, we will give the landlord a certificate, which guarantees the amount of the deposit; up to a maximum value equivalent to one month's rent. |
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Open Door St Albans |
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http://www.opendoorstalbans-district.org Emergency Night shelter Accommodation is open 365 days a year, the opening hours are currently 6pm to 8.15am. There is overnight accommodation for single homeless people in small dormitories. A cooked meal and hot drinks are provided in a welcoming atmosphere. |
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The Sanctuary |
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http://www.watfordnewhope.org.uk The Sanctuary aims to provide stability and support within a safe environment for all its residents and at the same time the necessary encouragement to help homeless people begin to rebuild their lives again. |
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Housing Mobility and Exchange Services |
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http://www.availablehomes.org.uk Register with HOMESWAP to find a mutual exchange with about 50,000 people looking for swaps. |
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ASCEND |
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http://www.ascend.org.uk Services are available to anyone living in the South Oxhey and Three Rivers District, but also people from the surrounding areas of Watford, Borehamwood and St Albans. Provide a confidential housing and on-going support service to young people who find themselves homeless or threatened with homelessness. Provide emergency help to young homeless people in crisis. |
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Herts Young Homeless Group |
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http://www.hyhg.org An independent charity enabling young people to secure and maintain appropriate accommodation through prevention, crisis intervention and resettlement. |
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Shelter |
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http://www.shelter.org.uk Information and support. |
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Life Housing |
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http://www.lifehousing.co.uk Supported accommodation for homeless pregnant women and mothers of small children, who are in need of support to help them move onto independent lining. Also support services for teenage parents living in the community. |
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Circle Anglia |
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http://www.circleanglia.org Circle Anglia provides general needs, sheltered and supported housing, together with a range of responsive care, support and maintenance services. |
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SPH Housing |
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http://www.sph.org.uk Housing association (with supported living for vulnerable groups). |
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Stonham Housing |
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http://www.stonham.org.uk As one of the largest providers of housing, care and support services in England, Stonham is strongly committed to helping people with specific needs, to live independently. |
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Care and Repair England |
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http://www.careandrepair-england.org.uk Care & Repair England's mission is to innovate, develop, promote and support housing policies and initiatives which enable older and disabled people to live independently in their own homes for as long as they wish. By working directly with people who are affected by poor or inadequate housing conditions to develop solutions to their housing problems; enabling people to live independent lives in their own homes for as long as they wish; addressing housing issues in ways that improve people's whole quality of life by also raising health and social care issues. |
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POhWER |
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http://www.pohwer.net POhWER services are free and confidential. Generic one to one advocacy, Non-Instructed Advocacy and the Empowerment services are available throughout Herts. |
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| Legal Advice |
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Crown Prosecution Service |
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http://www.cps.gov.uk Information for victims and witnesses. |
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| Legal advice |
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Advice Now |
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http://www.advicenow.org.uk Advicenow is an independent, not-for-profit website providing accurate, up-to-date information on rights and legal issues. |
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CLSP |
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http://www.clsdirect.org.uk Community Legal Service Direct (CLS Direct) provides lega lhelp factsheets, a search for a high-quality local legal adviser or solicitor,a search for legal information from a selection of the best advice websites in the UK, find out if you qualify for legal aid . |
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Rights of Women |
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http://www.rightsofwomen.org.uk Rights of Women is a women's voluntary organisation offering free confidential legal advice to women. We offer specialist advice in family law, divorce and relationship breakdown, children and contact issues, domestic violence, sexual violence, discrimination and lesbian parenting. |
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| Mental Health |
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Guideposts Trust |
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http://www.guidepoststrust.org.uk An activity centre with an extensive programme of social, recreational and educational activities. We also offer emotional support and long term care to individuals who feel isolated and alone. Outreach groups for people with mental health problems who do not live within reach of our centre. A Befriending Scheme that pairs trained volunteers with individuals to provide friendship and support. A work training project that provides employment and vocational skills. Support to families and carers of someone with a mental health problem. |
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Institute of Family Therapy |
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http://www.instituteoffamilytherapy.org.uk The largest family therapy organisation in the UK, offers: Clinical Services for families and couples facing a wide range of relationship difficulties; A Family Mediation Service for couples who are separating or divorcing; A Centre for Child Studies; A Centre for Cross-Cultural Studies; Consultation to professionals in relation to clinical practice and training. |
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Mental Health Foundation |
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http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk We exist to help people survive, recover from and prevent mental health problems. Within one organisation, we bring together teams that: undertake research; develop services; design training; influence policy; raise public awareness. We provide high quality information, publications, training materials and online services for statutory, voluntary and community organisations, and for the general public. |
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Mind |
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http://www.mind.org.uk Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. We work to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress by: advancing the views, needs and ambitions of people with mental health problems; challenging discrimination and promoting inclusion; influencing policy through campaigning and education; inspiring the development of quality services which reflect expressed need and diversity; achieving equal rights through campaigning and education. |
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National Self Harm Network |
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http://www.nshn.co.uk Aim to support and empower people who self-harm by providing information and support. |
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Saneline |
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http://www.sane.org.uk SANE has three objectives: to raise awareness and respect for people with mental illness and their families, improve education and training, and secure better services; to undertake research into the causes of serious mental illness through The Prince of Wales International Centre for SANE Research; and to provide information and emotional support to those experiencing mental health problems, their families and carers through SANELINE. |
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Turning Point Support Link |
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http://www.turning-point.co.uk We provide intensive community support to people living in West Hertfordshire who are experiencing mental health difficulties and have a history of associated offending behaviour and/or difficulties around their drug or alcohol use. |
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selfharmUK |
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http://www.selfharmUK.org.uk Up to date information for young people, families and professionals. |
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| Money Advice |
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Citizens Advice Bureaux |
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http://www.adviceguide.org.uk The online CAB service that provides independent advice on your rights -practical, reliable, up-to-date information on a wide range of topics, including benefits including your local CAB information in English, Welsh, Bengali, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu. |
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Department for Work & Pensions |
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http://www.dwp.gov.uk Up to date information. |
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The Pension Service |
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http://www.thepensionservice.gov.uk/retired Up to date information. |
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FSA (Financial Services Healthcheck) |
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http://www.moneylaidbare.info Useful tools and resources from the Financial Services Authority, the UK financial watchdog. |
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Child Benefit Office |
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http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/childbenefit Information, forms and an online claim facility. |
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CSA |
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http://www.csa.gov.uk Information and application form. |
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Association of British Credit Unions Ltd |
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http://www.abcul.org The information and news site about credit unions in England, Scotland and Wales. |
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Citizens Advice Bureaux |
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http://www.adviceguide.org.uk The online CAB service that provides independent advice on your rights -practical, reliable, up-to-date information on a wide range of topics, including benefits, housing, employment and debt, consumer and legal issues; details of reliable sources of advice if you need more help. Including local CAB information in English, Welsh, Bengali, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu and Chinese useful factsheets to print off. |
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Community Money Advice |
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http://www.communitymoneyadvice.com To meet the need for free quality debt advice, encourages churches to consider providing budgeting and debt advice to their local community as well as supporting and resourcing churches already involved. |
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Anglian Water Trust Fund |
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http://www.awtf.org.uk The Anglian Water Trust Fund exists for the relief of those persons who are in condition of need, poverty, hardship or distress and aims to make a significant and sustainable improvement to the quality of life throughout the Anglian Water region. |
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Watford Vineyard |
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http://www.watfordvineyard.co.uk Local church offering assistance where possible. |
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Citizens Advice Bureaux |
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http://www.adviceguide.org.uk The online CAB service that provides independent advice on your rights -practical, reliable, up-to-date information on a wide range of topics, including tax. |
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| Out and about |
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National express |
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http://www.nationalexpress.com National Express is the largest scheduled coach service provider in Europe. |
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Street map |
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http://www.streetmap.co.uk/ The Street Map site is compiled and made available by BTex Limited. |
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National rail |
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http://www.nationrail.co.uk National Rail provides up-to-the-minute advice on journey planning and train service updates. National Rail Enquiries are the official information service for National Rail. |
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| Parenting |
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Adoption UK |
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http://www.adoptionuk.com Adoption UK was established in 1971 and is the only national self-help group run by and for adoptive parents and foster carers, offering support before, during and after adoption. It provides independent support, information and advice on good practice to all concerned with adoption. |
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ACAS |
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http://www.acas.org.uk Acas (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service) aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. Provides up-to-date information, independent advice, training and works with employers & employees to solve problems and improve performance. |
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Equal Opportunities Commission |
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http://www.workingfamilies.org.uk Working Families is the UK's leading work-life balance organisation. We help and give a voice to working parents and carers, whilst also helping employers create workplaces which encourage work-life balance for everyone. Armed by all we hear from our supporters, our Helpline callers and our award winners, as well as our cutting edge research, we make the case to government and employers for social policy and workplace change that will benefit families, employers and communities. |
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National Childminding Association |
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http://www.ncma.org.uk The National Childminding Association (NCMA) is the only national charity and membership organisation that speaks on behalf of registered childminders in England and Wales. Promotes quality registered childminding so that children, families and communities can benefit from the best in childcare and education. |
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Childcare Link |
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http://www.childcarelink.gov.uk/index.asp The Childcare Link service comprises the Childcare Link web site, a national information line and details of local Children's Information Services (CIS). The CISs provide face-to-face or phone advice on all aspects of childcare. |
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Sure start |
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http://www.surestart.gov.uk Sure Start aims to achieve better outcomes for children, parents and communities by: increasing the availability of childcare for all children; improving health and emotional development for young children; supporting parents. |
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Disabled Parents Network |
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http://www.disabledparentsnetwork.org.uk Disabled Parents Network (DPN) is a national organisation of and for disabled people who are parents or who hope to become parents, and their families, friends and supporters. |
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Cry-Sis |
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http://www.cry-sis.org.uk Cry-sis offers support for families with excessively crying, sleepless and demanding babies. |
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Netmums |
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http://www.netmums.com Netmums is a local network for mums by mums with a wealth of information and advice on being a mum or dad with young children in your home town. |
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Parentline Plus |
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http://www.parentlineplus.org.uk Parentline Plus is a national charity that works for, and with, parents for those times when family life can be challenging and difficult. Parentline Plus works to offer help and support through an innovative range of free, flexible, responsive services. |
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Parents Together |
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http://www.nfpi.org The National Family and Parenting Institute (NFPI) is an independent charity working to support parents in bringing up their children, to promote the wellbeing of families and to make society more family friendly. |
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The National Family & Parenting Institute |
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http://www.nfpi.org. The National Family and Parenting Institute (NFPI) is an independent charity working to support parents in bringing up their children, to promote the wellbeing of families and to make society more family friendly. |
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Child Support Agency |
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http://www.csa.gov.uk The Child Support Agency is part of the Department for Work and Pensions. We are responsible for running the child support system. Our business is to assess, collect and pay child support maintenance, ensuring that parents who live apart meet their financial responsibilities to their children. |
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Gingerbread |
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http://www.gingerbread.org.uk Gingerbread is the leading support organisation for lone parents and their children throughout England and Wales. Advice and an expert and confidential free phone service dealing with a varied range of queries. Support for lone parent families through over 200 local self-help groups. |
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One Parent Families |
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http://www.oneparentfamilies.org.uk One Parent Families believes we can build a fairer society for all families, in which lone parents and their children are not disadvantaged and do not suffer from poverty, isolation, or social exclusion. We provide a platform for lone parents, to enable them to have a voice. We offer information and advice lone parents can trust, through the telephone, our publications, through our website and special events. |
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SPAN UK |
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http://www.spanuk.org.uk SPAN is a broad umbrella organisation representing the diversity of one parent families. Our membership includes small single parent self-help groups, individual single parents, large and small organisations who support the needs of one parent families, especially those experiencing disadvantage. |
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Parentline Plus |
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http://www.parentlineplus.org.uk Parentline Plus is a national charity, focused on families, merging Parentline, Parent Network and The National Stepfamily Association. They offer help and information for parents and families via a range of services, including a free twenty four hour helpline, workshops, courses, information leaflets, an e-mail helpline and a website. |
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Hertfordshire County Council |
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http://www.hertsdirect.org Information on Family Centres, Outreach Services and Specialist Intervention for Specific Needs. |
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Home Start |
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http://www.home-start.org.uk Home-Start is the UK's leading family support charity. Through a network of more than 12,000 trained parent volunteers we support thousands of parents who are struggling to cope. |
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Family Welfare Association |
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http://www.fwa.org.uk FWA provides support to some of the poorest families in the country, providing grants as well as social work support to people of all ages, working with them to help them solve their own problems. |
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Family Rights Group |
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http://www.frg.org.uk We provide advice and support for families whose children are involved with social services and we develop and promote services that help secure the best possible |
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Against Rape |
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http://www.womenagainstrape.net Information on struggles against rape, domestic violence, racist sexual assault, and seeking asylum after rape. Campaign for justice, protection and compensation, so that every woman has the power to refuse. |
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Herts Area Rape Crisis |
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http://www.rapecrisisinherts.org.uk Staffed by female counsellors, service is free and is open to women aged 16+ who are survivors of rape, sexual abuse or sexual assault at any time in their lives. |
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Respond |
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http://www.respond.org.uk Respond provides a range of services to both victims and perpetrators of sexual abuse who have learning disabilities and those who have been affected by other trauma. Our services extend to support and training for families, carers and professionals. |
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| Refugees |
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Red Cross |
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http://www.redcross.org.uk We provide assistance to vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers in the UK, and enable victims of conflict and disaster to get in touch with their families. |
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NASS |
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http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/applying/asylumsupport The National Asylum Support Service (NASS) provides support, accommodation and financial help for asylum seeks whilst their claim is being considered by the Immigration & Nationality Directorate (IND). |
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Refugee Action |
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http://www.refugee-action.org.uk Refugee Action is an independent national charity that works with refugees to build new lives in the UK. With experience in reception, resettlement, development and integration, we provide advice and support to asylum seekers and refugees in 10 regions across England. |
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Refugee women's Association |
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http://www.refugeewomen.org Providing advice and guidance on education, training, employment, health and social care. |
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The Refugee Council |
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http://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk The Refugee Council is the largest organisation in the UK working with asylum seekers and refugees. |
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Asylum Aid |
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http://www.asylumaid.org.uk We are an independent, national charity assisting refugees in the UK. We help the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people seeking asylum in the UK by giving them free legal advice and representing them in their asylum application. |
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BPAS |
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http://www.bpas.org bpas is the leading provider of abortion services in the UK, with a national network of consultation centres and clinics. We also provide emergency contraception and services for those who want to be sterilised. |
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Brook |
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http://www.brook.org.uk Brook Advisory Centres provides free and confidential sexual health advice and services specifically for young people under 25 by specially trained doctors, nurses, counsellors, and outreach and information workers. |
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Girl About |
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http://www.girlabout.co.uk Information on sex and relationships. Pregnancy Crisis centre. |
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NCT |
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http://www.nct.org.uk A network of branches providing and supporting local services, training and evidence-based information for parents, counselling and telephone support through a Breastfeeding Line, Enquiry Line, Pregnancy & Birth Line. |
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Positively women |
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http://www.positivelywomen.org.uk Positively Women provides support for women living with HIV. |
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The Terence Higgins Trust |
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http://www.tht.org.uk THT has services for those affected by HIV, throughout England and Wales. |
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| Voluntary Service |
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Watford CVS |
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http://www.watfordcvs.org.uk Gives information to the public about voluntary organisations in Watford and provides advice on all aspects of running a voluntary organisation. |
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| Women |
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The Women's Resource Centre |
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http://www.wrc.org.uk The Women's Resource Centre is a charity which supports women's organisations to be more effective and sustainable. We provide training, information, resources and one-to-one support on a range of organisational development issues. We also lobby decision makers on behalf of the women's not-for-profit sector for improved representation and funding. |
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Watford Women's Centre |
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http://www.watfordwomenscentre.org.uk Information, support and training to enable women to make informed choices and have some control over their lives. We offer crisis support, advice sessions including family law, counselling, personal development courses and workshops, IT courses, job club, some leisure activities. All activities are supported by a free of charge crèche. |
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