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Living with Hidden Disabilities can make daily life more demanding for many people, but it can be difficult for others to recognise, acknowledge or understand the challenges faced. The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard allows everyone with Hidden Disabilities to choose to be subtly visible when they…

Practical hands on support as well as expert advice to those suffering with varying levels of Hoarding Disorder, ranging from the chronically disorganised to an extreme hoarder. Individuals and their families are supported throughout the process which helps them to reconnect with each other as…

What is the Herbert Protocol? It consists of a form that contains vital information about a person with Dementia that can be passed to the police and Search and Rescue if that person is reported missing. A recent photograph of the person should also be…

Big meetings are held for adults with learning disabilities, carers, parents, adult social care, service providers and community support groups. LDPBs: Bring people together to talk about important issues for people with learning disabilities, and their family, friends and carers Make sure people who provide…

FOLLOWING GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES REGARDING THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK, LOOSE ENDS HAS CEASED REGULAR SESSIONS FOR THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE. IN THEIR PLACE, FOR AS LONG AS WE'RE ABLE, WE ARE OFFERING A REDUCED 'TAKEAWAY' SERVICE DURING OUR NORMAL SESSION TIMES When normal service resumes: Loose Ends is a drop-centre…

The MEAM Approach West Berkshire is a multi-agency partnership approach to working with people with multiple complex needs and complicating factors around homelessness including substance misuse, contact with the criminal justice system and mental health needs. The approach works by creating a partnership of systems…

Domestic violence affects men too - Talk it over! The Men's Advice Line is a confidential helpline for male victims of domestic violence and abuse offering emotional support, practical advice and information on a wide range of services. Calls welcomed from all men - in heterosexual…

The helpline is for men in the UK who are down or have hit a wall for any reason, who need to talk or find information and support. Open 5pm–midnight, 365 days a year. For more info about the helpline service and call costs visit…

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is the term used to describe procedures that involve the removal of part or all of the external female genitalia. These procedures are also referred to as 'cutting', 'female circumcision' and 'initiation'. FGM is a harmful "cultural" practice, but it is…

01344 786543       FAX 01344 786535 Email:  edt@bracknell-forest.gov.uk Use a different number for people experiencing mental distress Help and support for people with mental health problems.  Tel 0300 365 0300

Trust House Reading provides free and confidential specialist sexual violence support services to men, women and children living in Berkshire.  This support is available to survivors of historical or recent experiences of rape and sexual abuse and supporters of survivors including friends or family. Support services…

REFUGE - THAMES VALLEY INDEPENDENT SEXUAL VIOLENCE ADVISORY SERVICE supports anyone living in the Thames Valley area who has experienced, or is at risk of experiencing, domestic abuse, sexual assault or rape. The service is open to everyone over the age of 16, regardless of…

Reading Refugee Support Group’s vision is for an inclusive society where refugees and asylum-seekers of diverse cultural backgrounds are treated with respect; where their essential needs are met; where they can find access to their legal rights and where they are enabled to play a…

The Solace Centre is a Sexual Assault Referral Centre, a free service which provides local communities with a safe, discreet and caring environment to support all victims of rape and sexual assault.  It is a 24/7 service that is accessible to any person of any…

If your life is in imminent danger, please call 999. Help with urgent issues such as: Suicidal thoughts Abuse or assault Self-harm Bullying Relationship issues

An excellent easy read guide for people with learning disabilities produced by the Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities. If someone online is making inappropriate suggestions to you or makes you feel uncomfortable, or you are unsure whether to share certain personal information, you can…

Are you worried about your own or someone else's alcohol and/or drug use?  Swanswell can offer free, confidential help if you live in West Berkshire. The Swanswell telephone support service is ideal for anyone who wants to cut down their drinking.

National charity giving free and confidential help to victims of crime, witnesses, their family, friends and anyone else affected across England and Wales. The Charity is not a government agency or part of the police and you don't have to report a crime to the police…

Racing Welfare offers support to people employed or formerly employed in the British Thoroughbred Horseracing and Breeding industry, including their dependants.  If you need help/support with any of the following call the Racing Welfare helpline: Welfare Accidents & Injuries Benefits Money Advice Illness and Disability…