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Beat provides helplines, online support and a network of UK-wide self-help groups to help adults and young people in the UK beat their eating disorders

Beechcroft House shares a site with West Berkshire Community Hospital and is home to the Older Adults Mental Health service, Memory Clinic and Home Treatment team.  This Department is managed by Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Mental health assessments and ongoing care is provided if you…

The Chapel Row Community Service Group is a group of volunteers set up to help the elderly, the lonely and those in need, by such means as: Transport for those unable to use public transport to and from the dentist, chiropodist and optician, etc; hospital…

A dedicated team of befriender/support volunteers will provide practical and emotional support to those aged over 25 who feel isolated and are or have been affected by cancer. For the most part this involves lending a listening ear.  Allowing people with cancer the chance to talk openly…

Age UK Berkshire provide a free befriending service in Reading, Bracknell and West Berkshire.  The team of dedicated and caring volunteers are not currently visiting clients in their own homes, but if you need this or similar support in one of these areas, Age UK Berkshire may know of…

Sometimes the security of knowing somebody is there to call upon, should you need them, is enough - volunteers visit or call as often as you request.

Many people find themselves alone for one reason or another, or are isolated, perhaps due to illness or disability.  They just don’t get out as often as they would like or see as many people as before. A volunteer with matching interests and personality will be…

Grants available to people in financial hardship who need essential equipment, such as a wheelchair, or help to get over a short term hurdle, such as an illness. Support & Advice:  Friendly and non-judgemental support and advice on a wide variety of issues given to anyone who…

For anyone in Berkshire, who has been bereaved by suicide - historic or recent. Specialist support and practical help will be tailored to your needs.  

Berkshire Grandparents Support Group is a safe supportive space for grandparents and close family members who have little or no contact with their grandchildren due to difficult family situations. We aim to support you and help you find practical ways to deal with the impact…

Join this group on the second Monday of each month.

Some of the services provided in the Berkshire area: Short-term loans of medical equipment to people in need, including wheelchairs in a range of types and sizes for anyone over the age of 5 years old.  Mobility aids Newbury Tel 0300 456 1914, Reading 0118…

There is no distinction between ex-service and civilian members and anyone over the age of 18 is more than welcome. If you support the ideals of the RBL and would like to visit us or join the Branch, you will always be most welcome.  …

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Get to grips with your finances so you can budget, save and prevent debt. The CAP Money Course is a free course that will teach you budgeting skills and a simple, cash-based system that works. Whether you feel pretty organised or whether it's like a…

Advice and information on: care and support to older people, their families and carers paying for care home fees and choosing a care home top-up fees and if they should be paid benefits and entitlements coping with worsening health and getting help with things you…

Fallen on bad times and need a helping hand back into civilian life.  Care after Combat's mission is to support veterans with alcohol and substance misuse problems and the reduction in numbers of re-offending veterans in the criminal justice system. The Phoenix mentor team will support veterans…

Many carers say that they remain hidden and that professionals and services across the community don’t understand caring.  Carers place high value on professionals being aware about caring and being able to identify them early. ‘Carer Aware’ is a new quick e-learning course from Carers…

Are you, or is someone you know, providing much-needed unpaid care for a loved one? The Carers Hub can offer: Care at home (Berkshire)Individualised and flexible care at home, tailored to your specific needs. Whether help is needed for a few hours, overnight, or throughout…

Groups for carers of people with any disability or illness. Come along and meet other carers for support and coffee. Contact Steve at the Carers Hub or Tony for further information.