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| 182 Old Kent Rd Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 182-184 Old Kent Road London SE1 5TY | Phone: 0207 252 6272 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: SELDOC 0845 602 4464 Fax: 0207 252 6474 Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male and 1 female doctors plus staff nurses who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Psychology sessions by appointment, Benefits Advice sessions on Friday mornings fortnightly | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys, St Thomas's and Kings | |
| Opening Hours: Office open Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Surgery times: 9am-12noon and 4pm-6pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then short bus ride / Buses: 21, 42, 53, 63, 453 | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live in neighbouring parts of SE1, SE15, SE16, SE17, some parts of SE5 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 197 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| 19 Plus Life Skills | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: c/o Cambridge House 131 Camberwell Road London SE5 0HF | Phone: 0207 703 5025 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Life skills for young adults aged 19-25 with a learning disability. Individually tailored educational and life skills programmes. Phone for details. | |
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| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
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| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Aged 19-25 with a learning disability | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 417 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| 249 Old Kent Rd Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 249 Old Kent Road London SE1 5LU | Phone: 0207 237 2492 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 1 doctor plus staff nurse at this local practice. All the usual health services, phone for an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various specialist sessions, phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys, Kings and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Phone between 9:30am-12:30pm and 4-6pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: Any bus to Old Kent Road by Albany Rd | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live locally, mainly for people from SE1 and SE15 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 198 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| 306 Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 306 Lordship Lane East Dulwich London SE22 8YL | Phone: 0208 693 4704 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male doctors plus Practice Nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions via referrals system, Child Health Clinic, Ante-Natal and Post-Natal clinics, Osteopath by arrangement with nurse or doctor | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, closed Thursday afternoons | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich / Buses: 40, 176, 185 stop at door | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live locally | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 198 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| AAINA Womens Group | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: Thomas Calton Centre Alpha Street London SE15 4NX | Phone: 0207 358 0697 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: Website: |
| Description: Information, advice and support for South Asian and Muslim women, including asylum seekers and refugees. Multi-Cultural, Multi-Faith and Multi-Racial group that aims to improve the quality of life/health for women and children. Parenting, childcare etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: Sewing/knitting and soft furnishing classes, keep fit and health awareness sessions etc. Playscheme for children living in Peckham | |
| Additional Info: Translation and interpreting services by arrangement. Phone for further details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Wed, Thur 10am-2pm, Fri 10am-1pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 37, 63, 78, 312, 343, P12 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: South Asian, Muslim and refugee women | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 139 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| AAWAZ - Southwark Asian Womens Association | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: Southwark Asian Centre Peckham Rye London SE15 4NU | Phone: 0207 252 9290 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 358 9908 Email: Website: |
| Description: Drop-in centre for Asian women living in Southwark. Various activities, social and cultural events, support groups etc. All ages welcome. Phone for further details. | |
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| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 37, 63, 78, 176, 312, 435, P3, P12 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Asian women living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 140 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Acorn Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 136 Meeting House Lane London SE15 2UA | Phone: 0207 639 5055 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0207 639 5055 Fax: 0207 732 4225 Email: Website: |
| Description: 4 male and 2 female doctors, plus 2 practice nurses who can see patients for some reasons if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions available most days by arrangement, Benefits Advice sessions fortnightly, Osteopath every Monday by appointment. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings, Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-12noon and 1:30pm-6pm, Thurs 9am-12noon only | |
| Travel: BR: Queens Road / Buses: 136, 171, 177, 436, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H patients to St Giles Locality and the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE15 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 199 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Action Against Medical Accidents | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: 44 High Street Croydon CR0 1YB | Phone: 0845 1232352 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 667 9065 Email: admin@avma.org.uk Website: http://www.avma.org.uk |
| Description: This charity provides free independent advice and support for patients injured during the course of medical treatment and has set up a support network for victims. They also campaign for a fairer system in the way medical accidents are dealt with. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Complaints should be made within six months of treatment or within six months of discovering the problem, provided that is within one year of the original treatment. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-12noon and 2-4pm. Telephone advice only, no appointments | |
| Travel: BR: East Croydon or West Croydon then walk/bus | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 479 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Action for Advocacy | |
| Category: Advocacy | |
| Address: PO Box 31856 Lorrimore Square London SE17 3XR | Phone: 0207 820 7868 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 820 9947 Email: info@actionforadvocacy.org.uk Website: http://www.actionforadvocacy.org.uk |
| Description: Umbrella organisation offering advice and support to existing advocacy services and help developing new projects. Promotes independent advocacy schemes, access to database of advocacy projects, quarterly newsletter, organises Londonwide advocacy forum etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Phone to have your advocacy project added to their database and website | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Kennington / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 171, 176 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 67 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Action for Blind People | |
| Category: Disabilities | |
| Address: 14-16 Verney Road London SE16 3DZ | Phone: 0207 732 8771 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 639 0948 Email: Website: |
| Description: Provide information and advice to the blind community. Can give advice on what home improvements and equipment is available to blind people etc. Phone for further details. | |
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| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Buses: Old Kent Road by junction St James's Road | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 410 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Adfam | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: Waterbridge House 32/36 Loman St London SE1 0EH | Phone: 0207 928 8898 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 928 8923 Email: admin@adfam.org.uk Website: http://www.adfam.org.uk |
| Description: Adfam is a national charity working with families affected by drugs and alcohol and undertakes substance related family work. Range of publications for families about substance misuse and the criminal justice system. Online message board and database of local support groups that helps families contact and talk to people who understand their situation. Phone or see their website for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Direct support services at London prisons for families of prisoners with drug problems. Some language services available by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: Office hours | |
| Travel: Tube: Southwark / Buses: Any bus to Blackfriars Road | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: National organisation for families and friends of drug users | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 243 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Adult Dyslexia Organisation | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: Ground floor, Secker House Minet Road, Loughborough Estate London SW9 7TP | Phone: Helpline: 0207 924 9559 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 737 7646 Email: dyslexia.hq@dial.pipex.com Website: http://www.adult-dyslexia.org |
| Description: Provide information and advice to adults with dyslexia. Helpline, information on support groups and counselling services, research library, access to assessment and specialist tuition services etc. Also organise awareness training and various conferences and seminars for users and professionals. Phone for further details. | |
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| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: General office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Helpline: Tues, Wed, Thurs 10:30am-4:30pm 0207 924 9559 | |
| Travel: BR: Loughborough Junction / Tube: Brixton / Buses: 3, 59, 109, 133, 159 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: To have some reading and/or writing difficulties | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 480 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Advocacy Partners in Croydon | |
| Category: Advocacy | |
| Address: McMillan House 54 Cheam Common Road Worcester Park KT4 8RH | Phone: 0208 330 6644 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 330 6622 Email: info@advocacypartners.org Website: |
| Description: Provides volunteer advocates for people with a learning disability. Advocates are partnered with a client to represent their needs and rights and to help the client speak up for themselves. Direct support from a team of professional advocates is provided during times of crisis. These services can be negotiated by health and social care agencies from other boroughs. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: May be able to refer enquiries from other areas | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Worcester Park | |
| Referral: Usually via professional agencies | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 68 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| African Family Support Services | |
| Category: Language and Refugee Services | |
| Address: 145A London Road Kingston KT2 6NH | Phone: 0208 974 9993 Other Numbers: Admin: 0208 547 0993 Fax: 0208 547 3139 Email: Website: |
| Description: Services for people from the African community who are migrants, refugees or asylum seekers. Help filling in forms, language services by arrangement, services for people with HIV including 1 to 1 and group support, Youth services including restorative justice programme, and respite breaks for carers. Open access project, can see people from out of their area. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Computer training, Job Club, day trips, outings and events etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm | |
| Travel: BR: Kingston | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: African migrants, refugees and asylum seekers | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 127 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| African Womens Support Group | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: 61A Rowland Hill House Blackfriars Rd London SE1 0LT | Phone: 0207 928 7563 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: info@awsg.fsnet.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Open access drop-in providing information and advice on housing and benefits issues, family planning and teenage pregnancy. Can refer to other organisations. Also organise various training courses/seminars etc. Phone for appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access, phone for details | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo or Blackfriars / Tube: Southwark / Buses: 45, 63, 100 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Women from African/Afro-Caribbean backgrounds | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 141 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Afro-Asian Advisory Service | |
| Category: Language and Refugee Services | |
| Address: 53 Addington Square Camberwell London SE5 7LB | Phone: 0207 701 0141 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 1950 Email: Website: |
| Description: Free advice on all aspects of immigration and nationality law. Can help prepare paperwork for appeals and tribunals etc and can arrange representation on your behalf. Advice by phone or in person by appointment only. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Disabled access on ground floor level | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-1pm Appointments Only then 2-5pm Telephone Advice Line | |
| Travel: BR or Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source. Phone for appointment. | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 128 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Age Concern - Black Elders Mental Health Project | |
| Category: Black Projects | |
| Address: 4 D'Eynsford Rd London SE5 7EB | Phone: 0207 701 9812 Other Numbers: Head Office: 0207 701 9700 Email: Website: |
| Description: This project provides practical support for mainly elderly people from black and ethnic communities, though younger members also welcome. Benefits advice, advocacy, subsidised meals, keep fit, arts and crafts, visiting optician, day trips and outings, various other services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Tues Keep Fit, Wednesday computer classes, knitting classes, Thurs Arts and Crafts | |
| Additional Info: Transport available for disabled members | |
| Opening Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs 10am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill then walk / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Mainly for older black service users living in Southwark, younger users also welcome | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 102 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Age Concern - Croydon | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: 158-162 London Road Croydon CR0 2TD | Phone: 0208 680 5450 Other Numbers: Fax@ 0208 288 9229 Email: acc@ageconcerncroydon.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Local office of national elderly organisation providing information and advice, Advocacy services, benefits advice, minor repairs service, transport to health clinics, home and travel insurance, and home energy advice etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: West Croydon | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 354 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Age Concern Southwark - Bermondsey | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: Yalding Centre 95 Southwark Park Rd London SE16 3TY | Phone: 0207 237 0860 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 231 2298 Email: Website: |
| Description: Open access drop-in offering help with forms, daily meals, quiet room, computer room with Internet access, snooker room, TV room, hairdressing, bingo, arts and crafts etc. Also some community support and home help services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Line dancing, tea dances, bowling, video club, day trips, holidays/outings etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Mon & Thurs till 7pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Bermondsey, Elephant & Castle / Bus: 1 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 354 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Age Concern Southwark - Borough | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: Stones End Day Centre 11 Scovell Rd London SE1 1QQ | Phone: 0207 403 5336 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: This centre provides day care services offering refreshments and lunch, quiet room for reading, snooker table etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Bingo, hairdressing, arts and crafts, cooking, Singalong club, day trips, holidays and outing etc. | |
| Additional Info: Transport available | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Elephant & Castle / Tube: Borough / Buses: 35, 40, 333, 343 | |
| Referral: Referrals via Social Worker only | |
| Criteria: Residents of North and some parts of South Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 355 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Age Concern Southwark - Head Office | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: 224/236 Walworth Road London SE17 1JE | Phone: 0207 701 9700 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 7477 Email: acs@ageconcernsouthwark.org.uk Website: http://www.ageconcernsouthwark.org.uk |
| Description: Head office of local network. Contact this office for details of local services including day centres, early intervention services, information and advice, home care and community care support services etc. This office has limited disabled access, phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various head office functions including the Home Care co-ordinator, Finance department, Personnel and their volunteer co-ordinator are all based here. | |
| Additional Info: Also see Age Concern projects in Bermondsey, Borough, Peckham and Croydon | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant & Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Southwark residents | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 353 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Age Concern Southwark - Peckham | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: 33 Peckham Rd London SE5 8UH | Phone: 0207 703 6105 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 708 1700 Email: Website: |
| Description: Open access elderly advice centre offering telephone advice and drop-in service in the mornings, personal appointments and home visiting service in the afternoons. Help with benefit claims etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Telephone advice and drop-in service Mon-Fri 9:30am-2pm | |
| Additional Info: This office can arrange household, motor and travel insurance and funeral plans. Disabled toilet in the Town Hall which is next door. | |
| Opening Hours: Telephone advice and drop-in service: Mon-Fri 9am-2pm. Appointments at all other times. | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 171, 345, 436 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Southwark residents aged 55 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 356 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Al-Anon Family Groups | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 61 Great Dover Street London SE1 4YF | Phone: Helpline: 0207 403 0888 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 378 9910 Email: alanonuk@aol.com Website: http://www.alanonuk.org.uk |
| Description: Worldwide network offering understanding and support to families and friends of problem drinkers, whether the drinker is still drinking or not. For details of local meetings throughout the UK and Ireland phone the main Helpline number which is a confidential service. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Ring the Helpline to check how easily meeting venues allow disabled access | |
| Additional Info: Also see Alateen in Youth Services section | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline daily 10am-10pm 0207 403 0888 | |
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| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Families and friends of problem drinkers | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 244 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Alateen | |
| Category: Youth Services | |
| Address: 61 Great Dover Street London SE1 4YF | Phone: Helpline: 0207 403 0888 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 378 9910 Email: alanonuk@aol.com Website: http://www.alanonuk.org.uk |
| Description: Alateen is part of Al-Anon and is for young people aged 12-20 who have been affected by someone else's drinking, usually a parent. For details of meetings and support groups throughout the UK and Ireland please call the Helpline which is a confidential service. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see Al-Anon in Drug and Alcohol section | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline daily 10am-10pm 0207 403 0888 | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For young people aged 12-20 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 348 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Albion Street Group Practice | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 87 Albion Street Rotherhithe London SE16 7JX | Phone: 0207 237 2092 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Fax: 0207 231 1435 Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male and 4 female doctors plus staff nurses at this very busy local practice. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling and Dietician by arrangement, Benefits Advice sessions fortnightly | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-1pm and 2pm-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Canada Water / Tube: Rotherhithe / Buses: 47, 188, 381 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Chaucer Community Centre | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE16 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 200 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Alcohol Recovery Project - Camberwell | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 8 Camberwell Green London SE5 7AF | Phone: 0207 708 2865 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 252 5357 Email: Website: |
| Description: Open access centre for people presenting with alcohol and drug misuse problems and other related issues. Initial assessment to build care plan for individual client needs. Counselling, day programme, individual keyworking and drop-in facilities are available as a part of a planned support package. Onward referral to detox, ARP Housing and specialist services within the partnership organisation are made according to individual need, including women's and family services. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Ear Acupuncture, Indian Head Massage, Shiatsu, Evening Group, Womens Group, evening counselling sessions, Walkabout group in Summer. Therapy group via assessment by counselling team. Client Involvement worker, Substance Misuse worker. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access to some services, but drop-in OK. Loop system in assessment room, drop-in and group room and for counselling sessions. Access to volunteering and work schemes when appropriate. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm Drop-in times: Mon, Tues, Thurs 10am-12:45pm and 1:45pm-3:30pm Wed & Fri 10am-12:30pm and Friday afternoons appointments only. | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Tube: Oval or Elephant & Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 40, 42, 45, 68, 171, 176, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Self via drop-in or through agencies | |
| Criteria: Must be resident of Southwark, Lambeth or Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 246 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Alcohol Recovery Project - Choices | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 140 Stockwell Rd London SW9 9TQ | Phone: 0207 737 3363 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 737 5755 Email: Website: http://www.arp-uk.org |
| Description: Alcohol counselling, housing outreach, tenancy support service, Complementary Therapies, various group work etc. Specialist service for black and ethnic minority groups. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Peer support group Wednesday mornings, Art group, Building Self-Esteem, Equality and Diversity etc. | |
| Additional Info: Full disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm, Wednesdays till 8pm | |
| Travel: BR: Brixton / Tube: Stockwell / Buses 2, 345, 355 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Must have substance or alcohol misuse problem and be living in Lambeth, Southwark or Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 247 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Alcohol Recovery Project - Head Office | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 68 Newington Causeway Elephant and Castle London SE1 6DF | Phone: 0207 403 3369 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 357 6712 Email: info@arp-uk.org Website: http://www.arp-uk.org |
| Description: Head office of organisation running a range of services for people with alcohol related problems including direct access centres, counselling, group programmes, supported housing, tenancy support and a therapeutic community day programme. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Specialist services for Black and Asian people and ethnic minorities | |
| Additional Info: See entries for various ARP projects in Drug and Alcohol section | |
| Opening Hours: Head Office: 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Elephant and Castle | |
| Referral: Self via drop-in or through agencies | |
| Criteria: Over 18 with alcohol related problems | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 245 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Alcohol Recovery Project - Kennington | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 174 Kennington Park Road London SE11 4BT | Phone: 0207 735 6217 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 793 7357 Email: Website: |
| Description: Open access drop-in for people with alcohol and alcohol-related problems, offering assessment, counselling, individual and group therapy programmes etc. Open access drop-in service from 9:30am till 1pm then appointments only. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various special interest groups throughout the week including Alcohol and Anxiety, Alcohol and Anger etc. Also Meditation and Shiatsu sessions by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Drop-in sessions every morning from 9:30am-1pm then appointments only. General office hours 9:30am-1pm and 2-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Elephant and Castle / Tube: Kennington / Buses: 133, 155 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For people with alcohol or alcohol-related problems | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 248 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Alcohol Recovery Project - New Cross | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 318 New Cross Road London SE14 6AF | Phone: 0208 691 2886 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 694 2081 Email: ajawara@arp-uk.org Website: http://www.arp-uk.org |
| Description: Open access drop-in for people with alcohol related problems. Support for all issues concerning alcohol misuse. Information, advice, care planning, social skills, various groups etc. Can refer to other services such as detox, rehab, counselling etc as required. | |
| Special Interest Activities: 8 week day programme, Complementary Therapies including Shiatsu and reflexology, Meditation and Yoga classes, Film Club etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-12:30pm open access and 2-5pm appointments only, Tuesdays till 12:30pm only | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: New Cross or New Cross Gate / Buses: 36, 53, 136, 171, 172 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Must be over 18 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 248 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Alcohol Recovery Project - Womens Alcohol Centre | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 66A Drayton Park London N5 1ND | Phone: 0207 226 4581 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 354 8134 Email: Website: http://www.arp-uk.org |
| Description: Women only alcohol service offering group support, one to one keyworking, morning drop-in, complementary therapies, referral to detox and residential services etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: Daily drop-in for women only Tues-Thurs 9:30am-12:30pm, access to complementary therapies etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Tues-Thurs 9:30am-4:45pm. Leave message at other times. | |
| Travel: BR: Drayton Park / Tube: Arsenal, Highbury and Islington or Holloway | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Londonwide project for women who want to change their patterns of alcohol use | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 249 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Alcoholics Anonymous - Head Office | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: PO Box 1, Stonebow House Stonebow York YO1 7NJ | Phone: National helpline: 0845 769 7555 Other Numbers: Admin: 01904 644026 Email: Website: http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk |
| Description: Head office of national network of self-help groups offering group meetings and peer support to help members give up drinking. For London enquiries see entry for Southern Service Office, or phone Head Office for details of services outside London. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Have 3,500 local groups in UK, of which over 600 are in the Greater London area. For London Helpline see entry for Southern Service Office. | |
| Additional Info: Foreign languages available by arrangement. Phone the Helpline for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access, free of charge | |
| Criteria: For anybody who wants to stop drinking | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 250 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Alcoholics Anonymous - Southern Service Office | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 2nd floor, Jacob House 3/5 Cynthia Street London N1 9JE | Phone: London helpline: 0207 833 0022 National helpline: 0845 769 7555 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 837 0540 Email: Website: http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk |
| Description: Free confidential helpline running 365 days a year, can provide help to people over 16 who want to stop drinking. Can give details of local groups in your area, can also arrange for you to be accompanied to your first meeting. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Have 3,500 local groups in UK, of which over 600 are in the Greater London area. | |
| Additional Info: Foreign languages available by arrangement. Phone the Helpline for details. | |
| Opening Hours: London Helpline: 10am-10pm every day including weekends, National Helpline 24 hours | |
| Travel: Depends on location of your local group | |
| Referral: Open access, free of charge | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 250 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Alfred Salter Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 6-8 Drummond Road London SE16 4BU | Phone: 0207 237 1857 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male and 2 female doctors plus staff nurse at this busy surgery. Phone to make an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys and St Thomas's. Part of Group Practice also see Parkers Row Family Practice. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-1pm and 3-6pm | |
| Travel: Tube and Bus: Bermondsey | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Chaucer Community Centre | |
| Criteria: Must live within 2 miles of surgery | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 200 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Alzheimers Society | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: 46 Half Moon Lane London SE24 9HU | Phone: 0207 738 6333 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 274 6658 Email: Website: |
| Description: Support service for carers of people with dementia | |
| Special Interest Activities: Support group first Wednesday of every month 2pm-4pm | |
| Additional Info: Phone for appointment to be seen outside of normal office hours | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Herne Hill / Buses: 37 | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 393 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Ania due Klitte | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: Mobile: 07930 588527 Other Numbers: Email: aniadue@yahoo.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Shiatsu is a form of therapeutic bodywork that is relaxing, restorative and beneficial to health. It is practiced on a futon with the client wearing light, loose clothing. The governing principle is to harmonize yin and yang and to restore natural balance in all aspects of the body-mind. Treatments include palming along meridians or energy pathways, thumb pressure on acupressure points and gentle stretching and mobilisation of joints. Shiatsu works well alongside conventional medicine. Professional qualifications/associations: Studied Oriental medicine in Denmark and in London at the European Shiatsu School. Currently engaged in postgraduate study exploring Shiatsu’s roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as taking a specialist course in Shiatsu for pregnancy and childbirth. Qi Gong practitioner. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Shiatsu can be effective in treating a wide range of conditions including: Asthma, Allergies, Anxiety, Depression, Back pain, Circulatory problems, Digestive complaints, Headache and Migraine, Sleep disorders, Menstrual and Gynaecological problems etc | |
| Additional Info: Costs: £40-£50 (1hr - 1:30hr), concessions available by arrangement | |
| Opening Hours: Daytime and evenings | |
| Travel: Area Served: South-East London | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 273 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Aromatherapy Consortium | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: PO Box 6522 Desborough Kettering NN14 2YX | Phone: 0870 7743477 Other Numbers: Email: info@aromatherapy-regulation.org.uk Website: http://www.aromatherapy-regulation.org.uk |
| Description: For anyone looking for a qualified aromatherapist in the UK. Publishes a National Register of Aromatherapists and can provide a list of qualified practitioners in your area which is also available on their website. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 291 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Arthritis Care | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: 18 Stephenson Way London NW1 2HD | Phone: Admin: 0207 380 6500 Other Numbers: Helpline: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm 0207 380 6555 or 12-4pm Freephone 0800 800 4050 Email: Website: http://www.arthritiscare.org.uk |
| Description: Nationwide voluntary organisation working with and for all people with arthritis. Aim is to empower people to take control of their arthritis, their lives and user organisations. National network of local groups, telephone helpline, young person's project, home visiting service, various self-management courses, info booklets, reading list, contact list, newsletter etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Contact Southeast England office on 01763 244243 for details of your local group | |
| Additional Info: Arthritis Care is a membership organisation: fees start at £10 per year. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Helpline: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm 0207 380 6555 or 12-4pm Freephone 0800 800 4050 | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Euston | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 394 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Asian Health Agency | |
| Category: Asian Projects | |
| Address: Unit B, Fairfield Works Fairfield Road Hounslow TW3 1UZ | Phone: 0208 577 9747 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 563 2023 Email: taha001@aol.com Website: http://www.taha.org.uk |
| Description: We have included this project, even though they are out of the Southwark area, as they run a popular Asian only day centre themselves and can also refer you on to a wide range of other Asian services. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Access to a wide range of services including Asian Women's Counselling service and Parvaaz for young Asian people with disabilities. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Good access point for a range of Asian projects. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-2pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Hammersmith | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Will accept enquiries from outside their usual catchment area of Hammersmith and Fulham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 110 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Asian Resource Centre, Croydon | |
| Category: Asian Projects | |
| Address: Room 15, Day Lewis House 324-340 Bensham Lane Thornton Heath CR7 7EQ | Phone: 0208 684 3784 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 683 7029 Email: arcc@ukgateway.net Website: http://www.arccuk.org |
| Description: Local organisation providing information and advice to the Asian community. Welfare and benefits advice, health education workshops, access to recreational facilities and elderly services etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: ARCC is a partner in the North West Croydon Regeneration programme supported by the London Development Agency (LDA). | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Thornton Heath | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 111 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Association for Post-Natal Illness | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: 145 Dawes Rd Fulham London SW6 7EB | Phone: 0207 386 0868 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 386 8885 Email: info@apni.org Website: http://www.apni.org |
| Description: Provide information and advice, network of local contacts, telephone support, also post and email correspondence. Information service for partners and families as well as sufferers. Send SAE for info pack or phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Telephone service: Mon, Wed, Fri 10am-2pm: Tues, Thurs 10am-5pm. Answerphone at other times | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 395 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Association of Child Psychotherapists | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 120 West Heath Rd London NW3 7TU | Phone: 0208 458 1609 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 458 1482 Email: acp@dial.pipex.com Website: http://www.acp.uk.net |
| Description: Professional organisation monitoring training standards of child psychotherapists. Can provide details of qualified child psychotherapists in your area, also details of workshops and seminars for relevant professionals. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-3pm | |
| Travel: Sessions held at various locations | |
| Referral: Phone for details | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 261 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Association of Pastoral Care in Mental Health | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: Cornerstone House 14 Willis Road Croydon CR0 2XX | Phone: 0208 665 6718 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 665 1972 Email: apcmh@cornerstonehouse.org.uk Website: |
| Description: This organisations runs three informal drop-ins for mental health users and a rehabilitation centre in the Croydon area. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: All the drop-ins this organisation runs provide daily activities, Arts and Crafts and Creative workshops etc. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: East or West Croydon | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Mainly for mental health users from the Croydon area | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 37 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Association of Reflexologists | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: 27 Old Gloucester Street London WC1N 3XX | Phone: 0870 567 3320 Other Numbers: Fax: 01823 336646 Email: info@aor.org.uk Website: http://www.aor.org.uk |
| Description: Provides up to date information on reflexology. Send a SAE for a list of qualified practitioners in the UK, or phone or look on their website for practitioners in your area. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 291 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Association of Therapeutic Communities | |
| Category: Professional Orgs | |
| Address: Barnes Centre Church Lane Toddington GL54 5DQ | Phone: 01242 620077 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: post@therapeuticcommunities.org Website: http://www.therapeuticcommunities.org |
| Description: Forum for exchange of information between people working in, or interested in, therapeutic communities. Directory of members available on website. No personal callers, phone or write for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 473 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| ATD 4th World | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 48 Addington Square London SE5 7LB | Phone: 0207 703 3231 Other Numbers: Email: atd@atd-uk.org Website: http://www.atd-uk.org |
| Description: Voluntary organisation who act as a link between families experiencing poverty and relevant professionals. Mainly for families who are excluded and isolated from mainstream services. Help getting health and care services, access to advocacy services etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: Limited disabled access - meeting rooms on ground floor | |
| Additional Info: Aim is to help families to stay together. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 335 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Aubrey Lewis 2 Ward | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2721 / 2761 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 919 2113 Email: Website: |
| Description: Medium stay ward. Multi-disciplinary assessment of elderly people in order to determine their care needs and agree a management plan. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Visiting times: Mon-Fri 2pm-8pm, weekends and bank holidays 10am-8pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 40, 42, 68, 176, 185, 468, 484, P15 | |
| Referral: via GP or Emergency Clinic | |
| Criteria: Older adults, mainly over 65 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 356 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Avicenna Health Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 2 Verney Way London SE16 3HA | Phone: 0207 237 1685 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 1 female doctors plus Practice Nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling service, Midwife, Baby Clinic, Dietician etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: South Bermondsey / Buses: Old Kent Road | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H patients to the Chaucer Centre and the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Must live locally | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 201 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Ayanna Serwa | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: Mobile: 07832 105301 Other Numbers: Email: ayannaaromas@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: Offers Aromatherapy, Neck & Shoulder Massage and Full Body Massage. Can help provide relief from muscular tension, sciatica, PMS, nervous tension, depression, and digestive complaints. Also available for workshops and training sessions. Professional qualifications/associations: ITEC qualifications in Massage and Aromatherapy, ITHMA qualification in Aromatherapy, Graduate with BSc. (Hons) in Herbal Medicine. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Costs: Individual sessions on a sliding scale depending on income, rates for organisations are negotiable depending on the task. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone any day 10am-5pm to make appointment. | |
| Travel: Area Served: UK & International. | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 274 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Aylesbury Centre for Therapy | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 1 Amelia Street Walworth London SE17 3PY | Phone: 0207 703 8804 Other Numbers: Email: act@lorrimore.org.uk Website: http://www.lorrimore.org.uk |
| Description: Talking Therapies and Complementary Therapies for residents of the Aylesbury Estate in Walworth. This is a new service run by the Lorrimore Group for people who live or work on the estate. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: This project is run by the Lorrimore Group. See other Lorrimore entries | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Kennington, Elephant and Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Must live or work on the Aylesbury Estate | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 262 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Aylesbury Day Centre | |
| Category: Disabilities | |
| Address: 2 Bradenham Close Albany Road London SE17 2QB | Phone: 0207 525 5219 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Popular local day centre for physically disabled people aged under 65. Various activities and workshops including Keep Fit, Arts and Crafts, Cookery, Woodworking, Computers, Pottery etc. Daily meals, social networking, volunteering opportunities, occasional outings/events etc. Transport available by arrangement. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 148, 468 to Walworth Road by junction Albany Road, 42 stops at door | |
| Referral: Phone for details | |
| Criteria: Residents of Southwark with a physical disability | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 410 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Aylesbury Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: Thurlow Street London SE17 2XE | Phone: 0207 703 2205 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 4 male and 2 female doctors plus staff nurses who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Family Planning clinic, Asthma clinic, Dermatology clinic, Minor Surgery clinic, Benefits Advice sessions by appointment etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys, St Thomas's and Kings. Part of Group Practice also see the Dun Cow Surgery and the Commercial Way Surgery. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:15am-6:30pm | |
| Travel: Buses: 42, 343 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H patients to the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Mostly for people living in SE17 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 201 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Barnados - London East and South-East Regional Office | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: Scotch House Tanners Lane Barkingside IG6 1QG | Phone: Office: 0208 551 0011 Switchboard: 0208 550 8822 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 551 8267 Email: Website: http://www.barnardos.org.uk |
| Description: Barnados run over 350 services across the UK helping children and young people in need. Primary aim is to help disadvantaged children reach their full potential. Phone for details of local services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Barkingside | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 336 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Barra Bromley | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 0207 724 2537 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07904 057521 Email: barrabromley@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: Reiki treatment that can help with emotional distress, insomnia, lack of creative drive, headaches, arthritis, back pain and general disharmony of mind and body. Reiki has benefits for everyone. Phone enquiries welcome, as it is possible to tailor treatments to suit different needs and circumstances. Professional qualifications/associations: Level 2 Certificate | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Costs: £25 for a full 50 minute session plus travel charge, £10 for 20 mins plus travel charges. Rates negotiable for group work. | |
| Opening Hours: Times: Mondays, Fridays and evenings and weekends. | |
| Travel: Area served: Central and South London, home visits by arrangement. | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 274 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Basement Project | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: PO Box 5 Abergavenny NP7 5XW | Phone: 01873 856 524 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://freespace.virgin.net/basement.project/default.htm |
| Description: Produce publications on self-harm and abuse. Some publications are for service users, others are for workers. There is a small charge for these publications. Also provide information on services in different areas. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Produce quarterly newsletter for people who self-harm. Subscription costs for newsletter depends on whether you are a user or worker. | |
| Additional Info: Promote good practice in working with people who self-harm and/or survivors of abuse. Work is based on respect for individuals and a person's right to determine their own needs and make choices for themselves. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 84 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| BEC Education Centre | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 1st floor, Rotherhithe Library Albion Street London SE16 7BS | Phone: 0207 394 6836 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Adult education centre offering classes in English, Maths and computer studies. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Note to disabled users: Currently have problems with lift to first floor, but that should be fixed by the time this is published. Phone to check details. | |
| Opening Hours: Classes at various times, phone for details. | |
| Travel: Buses: 47, 188, 225, 381, P13 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 313 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Becket House | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: Wardalls Grove Avonley Road London SE14 5ER | Phone: 0207 771 5526 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 771 5519 Email: Website: |
| Description: 24-hour care for older adults with mental health problems and challenging behaviour (physical, psychological or emotional). Care is modeled on the Domus philosophy which means providing care in a homely environment. Most patients have a severe and deteriorating condition. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Individual person-centred indoor and outdoor activities. Residents also attend various day centres and can attend church services. | |
| Additional Info: NHS facility run by SLaM Trust. Phone for details of training courses for professionals in elderly care. | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours | |
| Travel: BR: Queens Road (Peckham), New Cross / Tube: New Cross, New Cross Gate / Buses: 21, 53, 172, 453 | |
| Referral: via Consultant Psychiatrist only | |
| Criteria: Older adults living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 357 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bede House Domestic Violence Project | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: | Phone: 0207 237 9162 or 0207 232 1107 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 394 7586 Email: Website: |
| Description: Support services for women and families experiencing domestic violence. Emotional support, advocacy, housing advice, befriending etc. Other languages by arrangement. Can refer on to other relevant services as required. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Assertiveness, confidence building and personal development encouragement. | |
| Additional Info: Can provide training on domestic violence issues to other organisations and professionals. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: Client visits at various locations. | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For women living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 375 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bede House Learning Disabilities Services | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: Bede Centre Abbeyfield Rd London SE16 2BS | Phone: 0207 237 8930 Other Numbers: Answerphone and Fax: 0207 237 2891 Email: veritymihai@bedehouse.org Website: |
| Description: Variety of services for adults with leaning disabilities. Café Training Project provides catering training, Go For It provides training and support for people undertaking voluntary placements, and Bede Plus Work Preparation project. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Computer groups, Line Dancing, Keep Fit and other activities. | |
| Additional Info: Cafe open to public for lunches Mon-Fri 10am-2pm | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:am-4pm. Session/project times vary. Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: South Bermondsey / Tube: Bermondsey or Surrey Quays / Buses: 1, P13, 381. Limited parking space available. | |
| Referral: Self referrals from adults with learning disabilities, or via other agencies. Phone for appointment. | |
| Criteria: Must have a learning disability for all projects, however different projects have different criteria. Phone for details. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 418 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Bede House Same Sex Domestic Violence Worker | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: | Phone: 0207 232 1107 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 394 7586 Email: Website: |
| Description: Domestic violence support services for people in a same sex relationship. Advice and support, referral on to other services etc. Other languages by arrangement. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Client visits at various locations | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For women living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 376 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bede House Sure Start Teams | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: | Phone: 0207 237 9162 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 394 7586 Email: Website: |
| Description: Domestic violence support services for families with young children. Three different teams for the Bermondsey, East Peckham and Rotherhithe areas. Emotional support, advice, referral on to other relevant services etc. Other languages by arrangement. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various workshops for current sufferers and survivors. | |
| Additional Info: Awareness training for professionals. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Client visits at various locations | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For families with young children living in the team areas. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 376 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bengali Community Development Project | |
| Category: Asian Projects | |
| Address: 1 Martin House Falmouth Rd London SE1 6RQ | Phone: 0207 403 1504 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 403 2592 Email: shalim.chaudhury@btconnect.com Website: |
| Description: Wide range of services for the Bengali community including advice, support and community development projects in response to the identified needs of the Bengali community in Southwark. The project operates from the Rockingham Estate by the Elephant and Castle. Current projects include ESOL, Health Initiatives and Youth projects etc, some in partnership with other agencies. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Culturally sensitive provision which includes language support in Sylheti and Bengali, facilitate the Bengali Women's Group etc | |
| Additional Info: Currently no disabled access to this centre. This project is interested in working in partnership on projects dealing with Health, Education and other social and economic regeneration issues. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon, Weds, Thurs 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Elephant and Castle | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Open to all Bangladeshi people living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 112 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bengali Womens Group | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: Rockingham Community Centre Falmouth Rd London SE1 6RQ | Phone: 0207 403 1504 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 403 2592 Email: Website: |
| Description: Well established self-help group based at busy local community centre offering information and advice on a range of issues, support groups, weekly drop-in, cultural events, open days, workshops etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: English as a second language, health promotion, mother and toddler group, sewing classes, keep-fit, various outings and events etc. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Currently no disabled access to this centre. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon, Weds, Fri 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Elephant and Castle | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Mainly Bangladeshi women living in Southwark, although women from other communities also welcome | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 142 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Beormund Community Centre | |
| Category: Community Centre | |
| Address: 177 Abbey St London SE1 2AN | Phone: 0207 237 9313 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 394 9814 Email: Website: |
| Description: Open access community centre offering a variety of activities including computer workshops, fitness training, healthy living, basic literacy skills, fashion workshops, childcare, after schools club, creche, pensioners forum, old time dancing classes etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: A wide range of special interest groups are held at this popular local community centre. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-10pm, occasional Saturdays | |
| Travel: BR: London Bridge / Tube: Bermondsey / Buses: 1, 42, 47, 78 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Mainly people from North Southwark, but everyone welcome. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 297 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bermondsey and Lansdowne Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 1 Decima Street Tower Bridge Road London SE1 4QZ | Phone: 0207 407 0752 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 6 female doctors plus staff nurse at this busy local practice. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Family Planning clinic, Smoking Cessation clinic etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-1pm and 3pm-5:45pm, late surgery Tuesday evenings | |
| Travel: Buses: 1, 42, 78, 188 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H patients to the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Must live locally | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 202 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bermondsey and Rotherhithe Social and Self Help Group | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: c/o Open Door Day Centre 224 Jamaica Road London SE16 4BD | Phone: 07708 476516 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: New user led group which plans to start a social club in the summer of 2005. Office space has been secured, the plan is to run a social club from premises in Bermondsey and run a Helpline service etc. Phone to confirm date and location of next meeting. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Social activities will be decided by the group | |
| Additional Info: Please phone or write for more details as this will be a new group for the Bermondsey area and users are invited to get involved | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Mainly for mental health users from Bermondsey and surrounding areas. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 75 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bermondsey First Stop Shop | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: Central Reception 19 Spa Rd London SE16 3QN | Phone: Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Walk-in service providing advice on housing benefit and council tax issues as well as advice on other council services and welfare rights issues. Can refer to other relevant services. Busy office, first come first served. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: No telephone enquiries, walk-in service only | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Bermondsey / Buses: 1, 78, 188 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Southwark residents | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 18 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Black Elderly Group Southwark | |
| Category: Black Projects | |
| Address: 86 Bellenden Rd Peckham London SE15 4RQ | Phone: 0207 639 8655 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 358 9502 Email: begs.elim@virgin.net Website: |
| Description: Day Care service for elderly people from African or Afro-Caribbean background. Large space used as dining/activities room. Daily meals cooked on premises. Help filling in forms. Transport available for Southwark residents. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various activities/events including keep fit, basketry, dominos, arts and crafts, outings, annual holidays etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye then 5 mins walk / Buses: 12, 78, 343, P12, P13 to Rye Lane or 36, 171, 381 to Hanover Park | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Men aged 65 plus, women aged 60 plus and disabled people aged 55 plus from Southwark and surrounding areas. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 103 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Blackfriars Advice Centre | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 199 Walworth Road London SE17 1RL | Phone: 0207 701 3999 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 0882 Email: Website: |
| Description: Open access advice centre offering housing and benefits advice, general legal advice etc. Limited opening hours, telephone advice line open Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons, phone the advice line to make an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Advice line: Mon, Wed, Fri 2:30-4:30pm, phone first to make an appointment. | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 18 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Blackfriars Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 45 Colombo Street London SE1 8EE | Phone: 0207 928 6216 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: SELDOC 0845 602 4464 Fax: 0207 928 7958 Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 2 female doctors at this busy local practice | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions by arrangement, Benefits Advice sessions Fridays every fortnight | |
| Additional Info: Good links with St Thomas's hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-6:30pm, closed Thurs afternoons | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Southwark / Buses: 45, 63, 100 | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE1 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 202 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Blackfriars Road Community Drug and Alcohol Team (Formerly DUAL Team) | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 151 Blackfriars Rd London SE1 8EL | Phone: 0207 620 6500 or 620 1888 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 620 0540 Email: suzanne.noot@slam.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: For people with drug and/or alcohol problems. Information and advice, counselling, needle exchange, care management etc. Drop-in health clinic. Can refer to residential care and detox services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Open access assessment clinic every Monday afternoon from 2-4pm. Auricular (ear) acupuncture also available on Monday afternoons | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm except Tues closed from 12:30-4pm the open Tues evening from 4-7pm | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Waterloo or Southwark / Buses: 45, 63, 100 | |
| Referral: Self referrals via Assessment Clinic every Monday afternoon from 2-4pm or via other agencies | |
| Criteria: Residents of North Southwark. Other DUAL teams cover other areas. Phone for details | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 251 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Blackfriars Settlement | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 1/5 Rushworth Street London SE1 0RB | Phone: 0207 928 9521 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 620 1409 Email: info@blackfriarssw.cix.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Education and training courses for all ages, including basic literacy and numeracy training, IT workshop, English as a second language etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm. Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Southwark / Buses: 45, 63, 100 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 314 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Blackfriars Settlement Older People's Services | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: 1/5 Rushworth Street London SE1 0RB | Phone: 0207 928 9521 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 620 1409 Email: facilities@blackfriars-settlement.org.uk Website: http://www.blackfriars-settlement.org.uk |
| Description: Over 50's Club and Crusoe, a sight-impaired over 50's club. Activities include Arts and Crafts, Drama, Lunch Club, Exercise Club, social activities, days out etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Over 50's Club Thursdays 10am-3:30pm, Crusoe (sight-impaired over 50's club) Fridays 10am-3:30pm | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Southwark / Buses: 45, 63, 100 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 358 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Blackfriars Settlement Work Centre | |
| Category: Work Schemes | |
| Address: 1/5 Rushworth Street London SE1 3AR | Phone: 0207 928 9521 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 620 1409 Email: facilities@blackfriars-settlement.org.uk Website: http://www.blackfriars-settlement.org.uk |
| Description: Work related skills development for users of mental health services. Main areas: Woodwork, Admin and IT, Arts and soft Crafts, social activities, annual holiday etc. Also work experience, volunteering opportunities and support into education. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Monthly Womens group, vocational training etc | |
| Additional Info: Monthly Visitors Morning for people interested in attending. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm, sessions at various times | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Southwark / Buses: 45, 63, 100 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Aged 18-60, be on or eligible for CPA and able to travel independently. Mainly for Southwark and Lambeth but places available to all boroughs. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 329 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Blackfriars Settlement Youth and Play | |
| Category: Youth Services | |
| Address: 1/5 Rushworth Street London SE1 0RB | Phone: 0207 928 9521 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 620 1409 Email: facilities@blackfriars-settlement.org.uk Website: http://www.blackfriars-settlement.org.uk |
| Description: After school activities for young people, school holiday playschemes. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Southwark / Buses: 45, 63, 100 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 349 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Borough Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: Lornamead House 1/5 Newington Causeway London SE1 6ED | Phone: 0207 357 7852 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 1 male doctor plus nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Baby Clinic, Counselling by arrangement, Benefits Advice sessions by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Elephant and Castle | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H patients to Camberwell Road CMHT (CMHT NW) | |
| Criteria: Must live in neighbouring parts of SE1 or SE17 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 203 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Bristol Crisis Service for Women | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: PO Box 654 Bristol BS99 1XH | Phone: Helpline: 0117 925 1119 Other Numbers: Office: 0117 927 9600 Email: bcsw@btconnect.com Website: http://www.users.zetnet.co.uk/bcsw/ |
| Description: Helpline service for women in emotional distress, with a focus on self-injury. Range of information on self-injury, and provide training for those working with people that self-injure. Also run and support various self-help groups. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: This project runs and offers support to various self-help groups. Phone for further details. | |
| Additional Info: Also offer one-day training workshops for people working with or interested in issues concerning self-injury. | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Fri and Sat 9pm-12:30am, Sunday 6pm-9pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: National organisation for women only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 143 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| British Acupuncture Council | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: 63 Jeddo Road London W12 9HQ | Phone: 0208 735 0400 Other Numbers: Email: info@acupuncture.org.uk Website: http://www.acupuncture.org.uk |
| Description: UK's main regulatory body for the practice of acupuncture by professionally qualified acupuncturists. Publishes an Annual Register of Practitioner Members. Phone, write or email for a free list of local practitioners or see their website. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 292 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| British Holistic Medical Association | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: 59 Lansdowne Place Hove BN3 1FL | Phone: 01273 725951 Other Numbers: Email: bhma@bhma.org Website: http://www.bhma.org |
| Description: Self-help books, tapes and general information about holistic approaches to health care. Send SAE for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 292 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| British Homeopathic Association | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: Hahnemann House 29 Park Street West Luton LU1 3BE | Phone: 0870 444 3950 Other Numbers: Fax: 0870 444 3960 Email: info@trusthomeopathy.org Website: http://www.trusthomeopathy.org |
| Description: Information for people wanting to find a homeopathic practitioner. Includes a register of accredited doctors, pharmacists, dentists and other practitioners. Campaigns for more homeopathy in the NHS and gives advice on getting NHS homeopathic treatment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 293 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| British Naturopathic Association | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: Goswell House 2 Goswell Road Street BA16 0JG | Phone: 08707 456984 Other Numbers: Fax: 08707 456985 Email: admin@naturopaths.org.uk Website: http://www.naturopaths.org.uk |
| Description: Professional body of practicing naturopaths who are registered with the General Council and Register of Naturopaths in the UK. Write or see their website for contact details for qualified local practitioners. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 293 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| British Red Cross Medical Loans Service | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: c/o British Red Cross Brixton Centre 230-234 Brixton Road London SW9 6AH | Phone: 0207 733 1006 and ask for Medical Loans Service Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Can arrange the loan or low-cost hire of medical equipment including wheelchairs, bath seats, commodes and walking aids etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Brixton | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 480 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Broadway Womens Service | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Women Only) | |
| Address: 140 Manor Place London SE17 3BH | Phone: 0207 703 6898 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 708 3391 Email: manorplace@broadwaylondon.org Website: http://www.broadwaylondon.org |
| Description: Direct access hostel for single homeless women aged 16-60 with identifiable support needs. Benefits advice, keyworking, referral to long-stay housing organisations, advocacy services etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Tube: Elephant and Castle or Kennington / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Professional referrals from Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham. Other agencies: Centrepoint, Alone in London, Connections at St Martins and New Horizons | |
| Criteria: Women aged 16-60 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 154 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Bromley Advocacy Project | |
| Category: Advocacy | |
| Address: 61 College Road Bromley BR1 3QG | Phone: 0208 313 0139 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 313 0259 Email: info@bromleyadvocacyproject.org.uk Website: http://www.bromleyadvocacyproject.org.uk |
| Description: Advocacy services for mental health inpatients and outpatients aged 18-65 living in Bromley and surrounding areas. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Bromley / Buses: 126, 261, 314 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Mental health service users living in Bromley and surrounding areas | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 68 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Bromley Mind - Beckenham Centre | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: Beckenham Centre 20b Hayne Road Beckenham BR3 4HY | Phone: 0208 249 2986 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 650 8372 Email: janet.abbott@bromleymind.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Day-time drop-in run by the local Mind association. Activities include arts and crafts group, poetry and drama workshops, snooker, darts, social club, access to counselling services and benefits advice by arrangement. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Mon 11am-1pm Womens group, Tues afternoons Art group, Fri morning Craft group, computer training by arrangement. Occasional evening/weekend activities. | |
| Additional Info: Also run drop-ins in Bromley and Orpington | |
| Opening Hours: Day-time drop-in most days. Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: Clock House or Beckenham | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Day-time drop-in for mental health users, carers, friends and family. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 38 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Camberwell Green Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 17 Camberwell Green London SE5 7AF | Phone: 0207 703 3788 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 6 male and 2 female doctors at this busy local surgery. Phone for an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various specialist sessions, phone for details | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings College Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Office: 8am-6pm | |
| Travel: Any bus to Camberwell Green | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H patients to St Giles Team One | |
| Criteria: Must live in locally | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 203 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Camberwell Leisure Centre - Fusion | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: Artichoke Place Camberwell Church St London SE5 8TS | Phone: 0207 703 3024 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 252 7308 Email: beverly.stloius@fusion-lifestyle.com Website: http://www.fusion-lifestyle.com |
| Description: Range of sports and physical activities including gym, sports hall, swimming pool, Yoga, training pool, teaching pool, martial arts area etc. Meeting room and creche facilities. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women Only sessions, Elderly sessions etc. Phone and ask for timetable. | |
| Additional Info: Various community programmes targeted at specific groups, eg Elderly, Youth, people on low income etc. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-10pm, Sat/Sun 8am-6pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Everybody welcome | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 303 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Camberwell Rehabilitation Association | |
| Category: Work Schemes | |
| Address: 15A Oglander Road Peckham London SE15 4EQ | Phone: 0207 635 8201 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 277 5667 Email: cra@btconnect.com Website: |
| Description: Small manufacturing company providing work schemes for mental health users. Provide employment preparation and supported work paid according to the Permitted Work rules imposed by the Benefits Agency. Opportunities for paid employment within CRA and it's subsiduary company Gold Seal Electronics Ltd. Subsidised meals, welfare support/benefits advice. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Work is mainly electronics and some light engineering assembly work, soldering, machine operating/setting, testing, packing, storekeeping, and labouring. | |
| Additional Info: Policies in place to ensure workers are fully aware of their rights. Provides the opportunity to return to/experience work in a demanding commercial environment whilst receiving support. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-5pm, Fri 8:30am-1:15pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye or East Dulwich / Buses: 12, 37, 40, 63, 78, 176, 185, 312, 484, 343, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: Community Opportunities referral form or CRA application form followed by assessment interview and visit. Referrals should be supported by professional agencies. | |
| Criteria: Aged 18-60 years old, must attend for a minimum of four weekly sessions. SLaM funded places available for referrals from South Southwark CMHTs, funding required from Social Services for referrals from the north part of the borough. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 330 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Cambridge House Advocacy Community Care | |
| Category: Advocacy | |
| Address: Cambridge House 131 Camberwell Road London SE5 0HF | Phone: 0207 703 0261 Other Numbers: Maudsley office: 0207 919 2530 Fax: 0207 703 2903 Email: advocacy@cambridehouseandtalbot.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Advocacy service informing people about their rights and care options. Help ensuring Community Care needs are fully assessed and properly provided, can refer to housing and benefits advisors, and can arrange representation at appeals/tribunals etc for both inpatients and outpatients. Busy office, phone for appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Currently provide inpatient advocacy services at the York Clinic, Guys Hospital, and the Maudsley. Have their own office at the Maudsley - Tel: 0207 919 2530 | |
| Additional Info: Office is on top floor so no disabled access, can arrange meeting room on ground floor if needed | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: All Southwark residents aged over 18 including mental health users, the elderly, physically disabled, sensory disabilities, carers, substance misuse and HIV/AIDS | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 69 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Cambridge House Advocacy Mental Health | |
| Category: Advocacy | |
| Address: Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2530 Other Numbers: Email: advocacy@cambridehouseandtalbot.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Busy sub-office of well established advocacy service. Help ensuring Community Care needs are fully assessed and properly provided, can refer to housing and benefits advisors, and can arrange representation at appeals/tribunals etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Drop-In sessions held on wards every two weeks | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for Cambridge House Advocacy Community Care | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 40, 468 to door | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Aged 18-65, resident in Southwark and currently an inpatient at Guys or the Maudsley hospital | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 70 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Cambridge House Law Centre | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 137 Camberwell Rd London SE5 0HF | Phone: 0207 703 3051 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 277 0401 Email: lawcentre@cambridgehouseandtalbot.org.uk Website: http://www.cambridgehouseandtalbot.org.uk |
| Description: Legal advice in the areas of housing (not leaseholders or mortgages), employment rights and welfare benefit appeals. Appointments only. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-1pm and 2-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Must live or work in Southwark. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 19 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Cambridge House Young Persons Project | |
| Category: Youth Services | |
| Address: Cambridge House 131 Camberwell Road London SE5 0HF | Phone: Switchboard: 0207 703 5025 Other Numbers: Email: nick.riley@cambridgehouseandtalbot.org.uk Website: |
| Description: This project runs three youth clubs in the local area. Also develops youthwork programmes on sexual health, teenage pregnancy and substance misuse. Can give presentations and offers training to other organisations and professionals. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various Summertime and holiday activities | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 349 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Capital Carers | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: 1st floor, 29-35 Lordship Lane East Dulwich London SE22 8EW | Phone: 0208 693 5090 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 693 0807 Email: office@capital-carers.org Website: http://www.capital-carers.org |
| Description: Home based respite care provided by experienced community care workers to enable the main carer to take a break. Also respite care for parents of disabled children, and young carers project which provides a range of services to children and young people who care for a sick or disabled relative at home. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Staff have ongoing training | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich / Buses: 37, 40, 176, 185 | |
| Referral: Mainly via Social Services and Southwark Council. Self referrals accepted for some services, phone for details. | |
| Criteria: Mainly carers of people living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 431 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Cara Irish Housing Association | |
| Category: Irish | |
| Address: 341A Seven Sisters Road London N15 6RD | Phone: Head Office: 0208 800 2744 Other Numbers: Southwark office: 0207 394 9564 Fax: 0208 802 0271 Email: office@caraha.org Website: http://www.caraha.org |
| Description: Head office of special needs housing project with properties all over London, including two in Southwark. Mix of temporary and permanent supported housing, some self-contained flats. Specialist drug, alcohol and mental health services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Seven Sisters | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: Single Irish homeless people only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 123 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| CareConnect Learning Ltd | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: Town Hall Annex Building 81 Rivington Street London EC2A 3AY | Phone: 0207 613 0999 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 729 8706 Email: info@careconnectlearn.co.uk Website: http://www.careconnectlearn.co.uk |
| Description: CareConnect Learning is a government funded training provider, offering LearnDirect courses to staff in the Health and Social Care sectors. Work in partnership with SME's, large care organisations, NHS Trusts and Social Services to offer IT and numeracy/literacy training, and Care, Business and Management courses. Also offer national tests in adult literacy and numeracy, NVQs in IAG and assessor/verifier awards. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Mon-Thurs Classes available at offices, phone for details. Also have Learning Centres in Heathfield, Brighton and Newcastle. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Tube: Old Street / Buses: 26, 48, 55, 67, 149, 242, 243 | |
| Referral: Self or through partner organisation Unison | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 314 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Carers Education Project | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: c/o St Giles Continuing Care Team 1 6 Lordship Lane London SE22 8HN | Phone: 0207 740 5450 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 10 week carers support programme which aims to help carers get the best out of available services, develop coping mechanisms and meet other carers. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich / Buses: Any bus to Lordship Lane | |
| Referral: Self or via Rethink | |
| Criteria: Must be a carer for a Southwark resident | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 432 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Carers UK | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: 20/25 Glasshouse Yard London EC1A 4JT | Phone: Helpline: 0808 808 7777 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 490 8818 London Section: 0207 566 7848 Fax: 0207 490 8824 Email: info@ukcarers.org Website: http://www.carersonline.org.uk |
| Description: Telephone helpline offering advice and information for carers including benefits advice, community care issues, details of local support groups and a range of free publications etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Regular magazine for members. Other activities. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Helpline: Wed and Thurs 10am-12noon and 2-4pm 0808 808 7777 | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: For carers and professionals only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 432 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Cares of Life | |
| Category: Black Projects | |
| Address: 1A Bethwin Road Camberwell London SE5 0YJ | Phone: 0207 732 4504 Other Numbers: Email: info@caresoflife.org Website: http://www.caresoflife.org |
| Description: Cares of Life is a community based project which aims to improve the delivery of mental health care to black people. Provides access to talking treatments and health promotion workshops etc. Can refer on to other relevant services as required. Phone or see their website for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 40, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted, or referral by GP, community organisations, friends or family | |
| Criteria: Black African and black Caribbean living in South Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 104 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Cascaid | |
| Category: HIV | |
| Address: 5 Windsor Walk London SE5 8BB | Phone: 0207 740 5121 / 5122 / 5123 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 740 5302 Email: Website: |
| Description: Provide counselling and support services for adults and children living with HIV/AIDS. Also provide support services for carers, partners and families affected by HIV. Phone for further details | |
| Special Interest Activities: People seen at Maudsley Outpatients, the Munro Centre at Guys, the Harrison Wing at St Thomas's, the Caldecott Centre at Kings, the Alexis Clinic at Lewisham Hospital and the Mayday Hospital, Croydon | |
| Additional Info: Consulting rooms have disabled access. Recently merged with the HIV Mental Health Team at the Maudsley hospital. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR Denmark Hill / Buses: 40, 68, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Residents of Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham, or attending the Harrison Wing or Lydia clinic at St Thomas' Hospital, or the Lloyds clinic at Guys, or the Caldecott Centre at Kings, or the Alexis Clinic at the Lewisham Hospital | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 400 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Cassel Centre | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 4 Waldram Park Road Forest Hill London SE23 2PN | Phone: 0208 291 3436 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 291 2262 Email: casselcentre@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: Counselling and social work provision is available for individuals, couples and families dealing with a wide range of issues. Some free sessions for people on benefits, sliding scale of fees according to income and priority need. Phone for further details | |
| Special Interest Activities: Parenting skills group, drama therapy group, various group counselling sessions, individual psychotherapy available by arrangement | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access, phone for details | |
| Opening Hours: Day and evening sessions available, phone for details | |
| Travel: BR: Forest Hill / Buses: 122, 171, 176, 185, 312, 352, 932 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Residents of Lewisham only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 263 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Castle Day Centre | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: Hampton Street Elephant and Castle London SE1 6SN | Phone: 0207 703 4596 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 9510 Email: castledaycentre@southwark.gov.uk Website: |
| Description: At present Social Services run but due to transfer over to the voluntary sector. Referral-only day centre offering variety of groups and activities. Promotes a user-led approach to allow each individual to reach their goals and aims. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Castle Arts group promotes arts interests, computer room, Healthy Eating discussions, Pottery sessions, Women's group, current affairs discussion group, Rainbow Group for gay, lesbian and trans-gender users hold meetings here, other groups | |
| Additional Info: At present steep stairway to access centre but disabled facilities planned soon | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm except Thurs 10:30am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Elephant and Castle then short walk | |
| Referral: Professional referrals only | |
| Criteria: Referral only service for adult mental health users on CPA living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 39 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Centre 70 Counselling Service | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 46 Knights Hill West Norwood London SE27 0JD | Phone: 0208 670 2775 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 761 3255 Email: counselling@centre70cs.fsnet.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Short (10-week) and longer-term (6 months) individual counselling sessions. Black and minority ethnic and female counsellors available by arrangement. Also occasional group work on stress and assertiveness. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Specialise in providing culturally-sensitive counselling. | |
| Additional Info: Note to disabled users: only one room is easily accessible, phone to make arrangements | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 12-2pm | |
| Travel: BR: West Norwood / Buses: 2, 68, 196, 322, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Lambeth and surrounding areas | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 264 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Centre for Anxiety Disorders and Trauma | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Maudsley Hospital 99 Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2101 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 740 5215 Email: anxietydisordersunit@slam.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: The centre assesses and treats people suffering from anxiety disorders including obsessive compulsive disorders, social phobias, panic attacks, agoraphobia and post traumatic stress disorders, which are treated using cognitive behavioral psychotherapy. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access and unfortunately, at the time of writing, the clinic cannot currently offer home visits. Phone to ask about alternatives. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green | |
| Referral: GP and NHS referrals only | |
| Criteria: Criteria depends on condition, phone for details. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 447 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Centre for Stress Management | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 156 Westcombe Hill Blackheath London SE3 7DH | Phone: 0208 293 4334 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 293 4114 Email: admin@managingstress.com Website: http://www.managingstress.com |
| Description: Private counselling service offering stress, panic and anxiety counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy, relaxation and assertion workshops etc. Also training courses for professionals in stress management and related services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Sliding scale of charges. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for appointment. | |
| Travel: BR: Westcombe Park / DLR: Greenwich / Buses: 53, 54, 108, 186, 422 | |
| Referral: Phone for details. | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 265 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Centrepoint - Berwick Street | |
| Category: Accommodation (Youth) | |
| Address: 25 Berwick St London W1F 8RF | Phone: 0207 287 9134/5 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 287 1299 Email: cpbst@aol.com Website: http://www.centrepoint.org.uk |
| Description: Overnight emergency shelter for homeless young people aged 16-21. There is a TV room, laundry and a cafe area where breakfast and dinner is served daily. Advocacy service provides assessment and support. Access to housing services. Phone for details | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access: Facilities for deaf people but no lift (4 floors) | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours | |
| Travel: Tube and Bus: Oxford Circus, Leicester Square or Tottenham Court Road | |
| Referral: Self by phone or in person or via other agencies | |
| Criteria: Must be aged 16-21 and be eligible for benefits | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 155 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Centrepoint - Camberwell Foyer | |
| Category: Accommodation (Youth) | |
| Address: 90 Denmark Hill London SE5 8RX | Phone: 0207 501 9661 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 501 9497 Email: cpcamb@aol.com Website: |
| Description: Provides young people who are homeless with secure accommodation and education, training, and job search facilities for a maximum of 2 years. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Employment, Training and Life Skills workshops etc | |
| Additional Info: The Camberwell Foyer supports young people aged 16-25 who have identified needs in addition to being homeless. Help provided in many aspects of life. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green | |
| Referral: Referrals from recognised agencies only. Phone for details. | |
| Criteria: Young people aged 16-25 with identified needs in addition to being homeless. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 156 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Chandra Ghoorbin | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 265 1431 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07752 410982 Email: sega@techemail.com Website: |
| Description: Offers Indian Head Massage and Full Body Massage. Indian Head Massage promotes oxygen to the brain, hair growth, relief from eye strain, relieves sinuses, alleviates knotted muscles, loosens up tense muscles, expels toxins from the muscles, and relieves stress. For people of all ages, except after a recent operation or injury, or with very high or low blood pressure. Professional qualifications/associations: Practitioner Diploma in Chamissage. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Costs: Full Massage £30 for 1 hour, Indian Head Massage £20 for 40 mins. Concessions available, group rates by arrangement. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone Mon-Fri 8am-8pm for appointment. | |
| Travel: Area Served: SW and all London. | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 275 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Charterhouse-in-Southwark Family Centre | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 40 Tabard Street London SE1 4JU | Phone: 0207 407 1123 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 234 8952/3 Fax: 0207 357 8379 Email: info@charterhouse-in-southwark.org.uk Website: http://www.charterhouse-in-southwark.org.uk |
| Description: Family Support service for children and their families living in Southwark. Holistic approach to supporting individual and whole family's needs. Offers practical, therapeutic and educational services including 1 to 1 and family support sessions, creche, parent and child pop-in, Complementary Therapies, community education classes etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Creche, Complementary Therapies, education classes covering a range of topics, low cost homeopathy, access to counselling services for men and women, can refer women experiencing domestic violence to relevant organisations. | |
| Additional Info: Operate a Contact Centre for parents wanting to re-establish access to children, Holiday scheme | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri usually between 10am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: London Bridge / Tube: Borough or London Bridge / Buses: 21, 35, 40, 133, 343 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 337 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| CHAT Team | |
| Category: Advocacy | |
| Address: Cambridge House 131 Camberwell Road London SE5 0HF | Phone: 0207 708 1408 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 701 0743 Fax: 0207 703 2903 Email: chat@cambridgehouseandtalbot.org.uk Website: http://www.cambridgehouseandtalbot.org.uk |
| Description: Independent advocacy for adults and children with learning disabilities and other special needs. Advocacy support to parents with children with learning disabilities and complex needs. Areas of work include your community care needs and user rights, health care, assessments, housing issues etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: No disabled access to offices, can arrange use of meeting room on ground floor or outreach services available. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm. Other times by arrangement. | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: People with learning disabilities living in Southwark or who are the responsibility of Southwark based statutory services. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 71 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Chaucer Community Inpatient Unit (Formerly Philippa de Roet Unit) | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Chaucer Community Resource Centre 13 Ann Moss Way London SE16 2TH | Phone: Office: 0207 237 6681 Other Numbers: Patient's phone: 0207 394 9080 Fax: 0207 394 6775 Email: Website: |
| Description: Short-term rehabilitation and post acute care for people with enduring mental health problems. Respite care as part of a Community care plan. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: 10 bed mixed sex ward, individual rooms and segregated sleeping areas. | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hour service | |
| Travel: BR: London Bridge / Tube: Canada Water / Buses: 47, 188, 381 | |
| Referral: via acute wards in Southwark, community referrals via CREST teams | |
| Criteria: Focus is on rehabilitation so client's level of interest in participating forms a core part of the initial assessment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 440 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Chaucer Community Resource Centre (CMHT NE) | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Team | |
| Address: 13 Ann Moss Way Lower Road London SE16 2TH | Phone: 0207 231 4578 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 237 3526 Email: chris.mccree@slam.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: Multi-disciplinary community mental health team providing a range of services from initial assessment through to ongoing support for people with enduring mental health problems. Work in partnership with primary care services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: London Bridge / Tube: Canada Water / Buses: 47, 188, 381 | |
| Referral: via GP's, A&E, social services and other agencies | |
| Criteria: Must be 18 to 65 years old and living in North Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 48 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Cheralyn Bell | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: Office: 0207 411 6566 Home: 0207 635 5128 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 411 6569 Email: cheralyn.bell@slam.nhs.uk Website: http://www.heavenlystar-acupuncture.co.uk |
| Description: Acupuncture is a branch of Chinese medicine which has been used as a system of diagnosis and health care for over 2,500 years. Acupuncture can help with stress, depression, insomnia, schizophrenia, obesity, opium, cocaine and heroin dependence, alcohol dependence, pre-menstrual tension, excess secretion of saliva and tobacco dependence. The acupuncturist will take a detailed history and examine your pulse and tongue to assist in diagnosis. Normally 4-8 acupuncture points are selected to address your complaint. Sterile needles are used and treatment is perfectly safe when carried out by a fully qualified practitioner. The needles are inserted and left for 20-30 minutes. This treatment can often promote a feeling of deep relaxation and wellbeing. Professional qualifications/associations: Registered General and Mental Health Nurse, BSc Hons in Traditional Chinese Medicine. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Depending on your diagnosis you may be offered cupping, moxabustion, dietary and lifestyle advice. Cupping is where a vacuum cup is placed over acupuncture points. Moxabustion is where a dried herb is burned over acupuncture points. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: Initial consultation and treatment £40 then £35 per session. Concessions available by arrangement for people on low income/benefits. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone anytime. Answerphone if nobody immediately available. | |
| Travel: Area Served: Lambeth and neighbouring boroughs | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 276 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Chinese Mental Health Association | |
| Category: Ethnic Community Support Service | |
| Address: 2nd floor, Zenith House 155 Curtain Road London EC2A 3QY | Phone: 0207 613 1008 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 739 6577 Email: admin@cmha.org.uk Website: http://www.cmha.org.uk |
| Description: Range of services for Chinese people with mental health problems including advocacy, housing advice, counselling, information and advice helpline, carers support and user's social group. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Interpretation services available by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Old Street | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Chinese people with a mental health problem. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 117 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Choice Support - Head Office | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: Ground floor, 100 Westminster Bridge Rd London SE1 7XA | Phone: 0207 261 4100 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 261 4148 Email: choicesupport@choicesupport.co.uk Website: http://www.learningdisabilitiesuk.org.uk |
| Description: National charity providing supported housing and care for adults with learning disabilities. Services in most London boroughs and in the North of England. Residential and outreach services, individually tailored Day Opportunities programme which can provide support for a range of everyday activities, including arranging someone to accompany client to doctors appointment or educational classes etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Service user involvement is encouraged | |
| Additional Info: Choice Support Outreach Service | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Usually via care manager/social worker | |
| Criteria: Must have a learning disability | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 419 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Choice Support Outreach Service | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: 27 Barry Road London SE22 0JA | Phone: 0208 693 7889 Other Numbers: Email: swkfs@care4free.net Website: |
| Description: Local office of recognised charity providing community support and help with daily living for adults with a learning disability. Can accompany clients to meetings and appointments etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for Choice Support Head Office | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich | |
| Referral: Usually via Social Services. Self referrals only if funding package can be arranged. | |
| Criteria: Mainly for Southwark residents, people from other areas considered. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 420 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Choices at Southwark College | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: Keetons Road Bermondsey London SE16 4EE | Phone: 0207 815 1544 Other Numbers: General Office: 0207 815 1526 Fax: 0207 815 1525 Email: johnh@southwark.ac.uk Website: http://www.southwark.ac.uk |
| Description: Choices run a variety of courses designed to introduce mental health users to further education. Courses are held at the college and at local hospitals/day centres etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Current courses include Photography, Video, Arts, Sciences, Basic Educational Skills and IT. Courses run from September to July, students can join at any time subject to availability. | |
| Additional Info: Classes: Tues, Wed, Thurs 11:30am-3:30pm | |
| Opening Hours: Phone: Mon-Fri 10am-3pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Bermondsey / Buses: 1, 47, 188, 199, P11, P13 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: People who have a mental health problem | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 315 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Cicely Northcote Trust | |
| Category: Community Orgs | |
| Address: Camelford House 87/89 Albert Embankment London SE1 7TP | Phone: 0207 582 9996 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 582 9606 Email: cntrust@ukonline.co.uk Website: http://www.cicelynorthcotetrust.org.uk |
| Description: Small trust that develops new social care and health care projects not provided by the statutory authorities. Not a grant giving trust, works in collaboration with other local community groups. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon, Tues, Wed 9am-1pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Vauxhall / Buses: Any bus to Vauxhall Cross | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 469 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| CIO - Aao Chalay (Let's Walk) | |
| Category: Asian Projects | |
| Address: 5 Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7XW | Phone: 0207 928 9889 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 620 4025 Email: headoffice@cio.org.uk Website: http://www.cio.org.uk |
| Description: Promote healthy living through weekly walks | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Waterloo or Lambeth North / Buses: 1, 12, 171, 176, 188 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: For the South Asian community | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 113 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| CIO - Gyan Ki Rahein (Path to Knowledge) | |
| Category: Asian Projects | |
| Address: 5 Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7XW | Phone: 0207 928 9889 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 620 4025 Email: headoffice@cio.org.uk Website: http://www.cio.org.uk |
| Description: IT training, management training, voluntary placements. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Waterloo or Lambeth North / Buses: 1, 12, 171, 176, 188 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: For the South Asian community | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 113 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| CIO - Vishvas Project (Mental Health project) | |
| Category: Asian Projects | |
| Address: 5 Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7XW | Phone: 0207 928 9889 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 620 4025 Email: headoffice@cio.org.uk Website: http://www.cio.org.uk |
| Description: Advice and Information, Counselling, Befriending, also offer training on ethnic minority issues. Languages available include Hindi, Gujerati, Punjabi, Tamil, Bengali etc. Other languages by arrangement. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women's Group, Carer's Forum, Awareness training etc. Some language services. | |
| Additional Info: Home visits available by arrangement | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Waterloo or Lambeth North / Buses: 1, 12, 171, 176, 188 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: South Asian women | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 114 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Citizens Advice Bureau - Bermondsey | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 8 Market Place Southwark Park Rd London SE16 3UQ | Phone: Advice line: 0870 121 2016 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 231 4410 Email: advice@southwarkcabservice.org.uk Website: http://www.southwarkcabservice.org.uk |
| Description: Free confidential and impartial service offering advice on a range of subjects including welfare and benefit rights, housing rights, employment rights, immigration rights etc. Walk-in sessions and telephone advice service. Some Legal Aid work undertaken on welfare and immigration issues. Busy office, bring all relevant paperwork. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Walk-in sessions: Tues & Thurs 10am-12noon. Advice line: Mon, Wed 10am-12noon, Thurs 1-3pm | |
| Travel: BR: South Bermondsey / Tube: Bermondsey / Buses: 1, 380, P13 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Southwark residents only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 19 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Citizens Advice Bureau - Croydon | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: Strand House, Zion Road Thornton Heath Croydon CR7 8RG | Phone: 0208 684 2236 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 683 5204 Email: Website: http://www.croydoncab.org.uk |
| Description: Free confidential and impartial service offering advice on a range of subjects including welfare and benefit rights, housing rights, employment rights, immigration rights etc. Busy office, phone first to make an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Thornton Heath | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Croydon residents only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 20 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Citizens Advice Bureau - Peckham | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 97 Peckham High Street London SE15 5RS | Phone: Advice line: 0870 121 2016 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 732 2497 Email: advice@peckhamcab.org.uk Website: http://www.southwarkcabservice.org.uk |
| Description: Free confidential and impartial service offering advice on a range of subjects including welfare and benefit rights, housing rights, employment rights, immigration rights etc. Walk-in sessions and telephone advice service. Very busy office, bring all relevant paperwork. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Walk-in sessions: Mon, Weds, Fri 10am-12noon. Advice line: Mon, Wed 10am-12noon, Thurs 1-3pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 63, 171, 312, 381, P13 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Southwark residents only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 20 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Clapham Family Practice | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 51 Clapham High Street London SW4 7TL | Phone: 0207 622 4455 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: SELDOC on 0208 693 9066 Fax: 0207 622 4466 Email: Website: |
| Description: 5 male doctors, 1 female doctor and 1 female nurse offer the usual health services at this busy family practice. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling by arrangement during weekdays, Financial Advisor by appointment Tuesday afternoons, Osteopath and Physiotherapist by appointment. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with St Thomas's, Kings and Guys hospitals | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-1pm and 3pm-6:30pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Clapham North, Clapham Common | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H patients to Brixton Road CMHT | |
| Criteria: Must live in SW4 or neighbouring parts of SW2, SW8, SW9, SW11 or SW12 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 204 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Clifton Rise Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 27 Clifton Rise New Cross London SE14 6ER | Phone: 0208 692 1387 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 692 1387 Email: Website: |
| Description: 4 male doctors and 1 female Practice Nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Ante-Natal and Post-Natal clinics, Well Baby clinic, Diabetes and Asthma clinics. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Lewisham Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for appointment. Surgery times: Mon-Fri 8:30am-11:30am and 4pm-6pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: New Cross / New Cross Gate | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Speedwell Centre, Deptford | |
| Criteria: Must live in neighbouring parts of SE13 or SE14 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 205 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Colombo Sports and Leisure Centre | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: 34-68 Colombo St Southwark London SE1 8DP | Phone: 0207 261 1658 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 928 7295 Email: info@colombo-centre.org Website: |
| Description: Range of activities at this community sports centre including a fully fitted gymnasium, badminton, basketball, volleyball, hockey, martial arts, aerobics, circuit training, indoor bowls etc. Concessions available for unemployed, students, disabled & OAP's | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-10pm, Sat/Sun 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Southwark / Buses: 45, 63, 100 | |
| Referral: Open access, GP referrals accepted for exercise prescriptions | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 304 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Commercial Way Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 109 Commercial Way London SE15 6DB | Phone: 0207 703 6460 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 2266 Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male and 1 female doctor plus staff nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Midwifery and Baby clinics, Dermatology clinic etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys, St Thomas's and Kings. Part of Group Practice also see the Dun Cow Surgery and the Aylesbury Medical Centre. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:15am-6:30pm | |
| Travel: Buses: 63, 78, 363, 381 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Mainly for people living in local parts of SE15 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 206 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Communicate | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: c/o Jane Field Room, Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2746 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Progressive user group primarily for Maudsley hospital service users. As well as involvement in internal issues this group also campaign on issues of service provision in the community. Wide range of projects and activities. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Outreach and befriending service to people on wards, advice, support, social events, newsletter etc. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Mainly for people who have been patients at the Maudsley, other interested service users also welcome. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 76 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Community Clinical Psychology Service | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Maudsley Psychology Centre, Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2194 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 919 2473 Email: Website: |
| Description: A service that offers sessions with a clinical psychologist. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: No disabled access to offices. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 40, 42, 45, 68, 171, 176, 185 | |
| Referral: GP or CMHT only | |
| Criteria: Must be living in South Southwark, and must not have a psychotic diagnosis | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 448 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Community Drug Education Project - Head Office | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: Mornington Centre Stanley Street London SE8 4BL | Phone: 0208 691 0550 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 694 6723 Email: info@cdep.demon.co.uk Website: http://www.drugsinfo.org.uk |
| Description: Head office of CDEP which runs drug advice centres in and around South London. Can also provide training courses on drug issues to other organisations. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Drugs awareness training in Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for CDEP office at Kennington | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Bus: New Cross | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 252 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Community Drug Education Project - Kennington (drugsinfo@248) | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 248 Kennington Park Road London SE11 4DA | Phone: 0207 582 2262 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 820 0085 Email: kennington248@hotmail.com Website: http://www.drugsinfo.org.uk |
| Description: Public library and resource centre for information on drugs and related issues. Info and advice, leaflets, booklets, video library etc. Drop-in sessions, appointments by arrangement. Training for professionals and other organisations. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Drug Education Training for professionals and community groups in Lambeth. | |
| Opening Hours: Tues-Fri 12noon-4:30pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval / Buses: 3, 36, 59, 109, 133, 155, 159, 185, 333, 436 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 252 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Community Drug Project - Camberwell | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 146 Camberwell Road London SE5 0EE | Phone: 0207 277 4580 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 277 4590 Email: b.mcgrath@communitydrugproject.org.uk Website: http://www.communitydrugproject.org.uk |
| Description: Services for crack cocaine users. Daily drop-in Mon-Fri 2-5pm offering one to one support, advice, complementary therapies, professional liaison, onward referrals etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women Only space Thursdays 10:30am-12:15pm, specialist Training and Education advice Tuesdays 2pm-3:30pm, Hepatitis A and B vaccinations Fridays 2pm-4pm | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm, Drop-In: Mon-Fri 2-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Elephant and Castle or Denmark Hill / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Living in Southwark, Lambeth or Lewisham, will refer on people from other areas | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 253 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Community Drug Project - Old Kent Road | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 231 Old Kent Road London SE1 5LU | Phone: 0207 237 7000 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 394 9314 Email: Website: http://www.communitydrugproject.org |
| Description: Services for opiate users. Daily drop-in offering one to one support, needle exchange, complementary therapies, pregnant drug users clinic, substitute prescriptions, specialist clinic for polydrug users, weekly GP and probation satellite clinics etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Weekly well users clinic, HIV and Hepatitis testing and Hep B vaccination | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm Drop-in: Mon-Fri 2-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 21, 42, 53, 63, 172, 363, 453 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Living in Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham, will refer on people from other areas | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 254 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Community Mental Health Team North West (CMHT NW) | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Team | |
| Address: 27/29 Camberwell Road London SE5 0EZ | Phone: 0207 525 2751 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 525 2773 Email: Website: |
| Description: Multi-disciplinary community mental health locality comprised of 3 teams of workers: 1) the Assessment and Brief Treatment team, 2) the Continuing Care team and 3) the Complex Needs team, which includes forensic users. The teams consist of CPN's, social workers, psychiatrists and psychologists etc. Referral to specialist services as required. | |
| Special Interest Activities: A Life Events group runs several times a year, referral to this group via care co-ordinator. | |
| Additional Info: Out-patients facility | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Usually via GP | |
| Criteria: Must be registered with GP in this locality's catchment or if no GP then depends on home address. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 49 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Community Opportunities Service Central | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: The Lee Centre 1 Aislibie Road London SE12 8QH | Phone: 0208 297 9242 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 297 0603 Email: Website: |
| Description: Support services for people with mental health problems to enable users to engage with the community and lead meaningful lives. The team works closely with users, carers and care co-ordinators to develop care plans and achieve objectives through individual and group work in community settings and in the user's own home. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women Only group, Black users group, Football, Swimming, Arts and Crafts, Picture Framing, Photography, Walking group, Gardening and Allotment projects. | |
| Additional Info: Some in-reach work done on wards. Close links with the Deptford Hearing Voices project. | |
| Opening Hours: Varies depending on project. Out-of-Hours service on weekend mornings. Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: Lewisham, Blackheath, Lee / Buses: 122, 231, 261 | |
| Referral: Usually via GP, CMHT or other agencies. Some projects accept self-referrals. Phone for details. | |
| Criteria: Must live in Lewisham, be on Enhanced CPA and be aged 18-65. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 40 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Community Opportunities Service North (Formerly the Compass Centre) | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: 32/34 Watson Street Deptford London SE8 4AU | Phone: 0208 694 6519 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 692 1544 Email: Website: |
| Description: NHS Community Service supporting people with severe and enduring mental health problems. Access to mainstream education, training, vocational and leisure activities. Keyworking, some case work and support to clients regarding all aspects of daily living. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various groups/activities daytime and some evenings. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Also see Deptford Hearing Voices Service in Self Help section | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm. Drop-In sessions and other activities at various times. Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: New Cross / DLR: Deptford Bridge / Buses: 47, 53, 177, 225 | |
| Referral: Self, CMHTs, other recognised agencies. Phone for referral form. | |
| Criteria: Lewisham residents aged 18 plus with a mental health problem | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 41 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Community Opportunities Service South (Formerly the Kirkdale Centre) | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: 200 Kirkdale Sydenham London SE26 4NL | Phone: 0208 676 0441 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 659 5527 Email: Website: |
| Description: Mental health centre offering support for Lewisham residents with enduring mental health problems. One to one and group support, pathways to education, vocational and employment opportunities, developing social networks etc. By referral only. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: This building has no disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Sydenham / Buses: 75, 122, 176, 202, 312, 450 | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: For residents of Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 42 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Community Support Network South London (CSN) Advocacy Service | |
| Category: Advocacy | |
| Address: 336 Brixton Road London SW9 7AA | Phone: 0207 274 4490 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 733 0166 Email: co-ord@csnsl.org Website: |
| Description: Free and confidential advocacy service providing representation and support on inpatient and community care issues in Lambeth. Can accompany you to ward rounds and CPA meetings, help accessing relevant services on release etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Currently provide inpatient advocacy services to five Lambeth wards at the Lambeth Hospital and St Thomas's. Community Advocacy Service and Forensic advocacy developing at the Cane Hill Medium Secure Unit in Coulsdon and the Health Unit at HMP Brixton. | |
| Additional Info: CSN is user led and also hosts Lambeth User Voice, a forum for Lambeth uses to campaign for better services. See their entry in User Orgs. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm. Answerphone at other times. | |
| Travel: Tube: Brixton or Oval / Buses: 3, 59, 109, 133, 159 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source as long as person being referred agrees to it | |
| Criteria: Lambeth residents | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 72 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Compassionate Friends - Head Office | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: 53 North St Bristol BS3 1EN | Phone: Helpline: 08451 232304 Other Numbers: Admin: 0845 120 3785 Fax: 0845 120 3786 Email: info@tcf.org.uk Website: http://www.tcf.org.uk |
| Description: National self help network of bereaved parents offering support to parents and families who have lost a child of any age from any cause. Telephone helpline, one to one support, local groups, leaflets, newsletter, correspondence scheme etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Info leaflets, postal library, quarterly newsletter, local groups, retreats and national gathering etc | |
| Additional Info: Support is ongoing, as long as is needed | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Daily 10am-4pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Bereaved parents and their immediate families. Relatives/friends and professional orgs welcome to ask for info | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 85 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Consumer Direct | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: | Phone: 08454 04 05 06 Other Numbers: Textphone: 0845 128 1384 Email: Website: http://www.consumerdirect.gov.uk |
| Description: National consumer advice helpline providing free advice on billing and warranty disputes, returning misrepresented, faulty or damaged goods and poor workmanship issues etc. Specially trained advisors, language services available on request. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Funded by the Department of Trade and Industry | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6:30pm, Sat 9am-1pm | |
| Travel: Telephone helpline and internet service only | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National helpline | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 21 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Cooltan Arts | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: 209A Coldhabour Lane Brixton London SW9 8RB | Phone: 07952 481566 Other Numbers: Email: info@cooltanarts.org.uk Website: http://www.cooltanarts.org.uk |
| Description: Cooltan Arts exists to inspire the well-being and creativity of a diverse range of people who have experienced mental distress. User led arts/digital arts workshops including Printmaking, Photography, Web Arts, Painting etc. The works produced are exhibited at public exhibitions which take place a couple of times a year. Phone or email for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women Only workshops in Visual Arts, visits to museums and galleries etc | |
| Additional Info: Premises have limited disabled access. Volunteers with Arts, Admin and Financial skills always welcome | |
| Opening Hours: Office manned by volunteer workers Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, call for workshop times | |
| Travel: BR: Loughborough Junction / Buses: 35, 45, 345, P4 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: London-wide catchment. Some projects depend on funding being available. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 305 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Copleston Centre | |
| Category: Community Centre | |
| Address: Copleston Road London SE15 4AN | Phone: 0207 732 3435 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 635 9522 Email: copleston2003@yahoo.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Multi-purpose, Multi-faith community centre running a variety of activities for all ages. Café, Adult Education classes, Complementary Therapies, various workshops etc. Outreach work for adults with Mental Health problems. Phone for details or just pop in. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Café, Adult Education classes, Complementary Therapies, Children's Nursery, After-School Project, Kids Club, various evening and weekend activities etc. | |
| Additional Info: Outreach work for adults with Mental Health problems, mainly for people living in SE5, SE15, SE17, SE22 and SE24. Phone for further details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich or Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 40, 176, 185, 312, 484 or P13 to door | |
| Referral: Self or any other source. Self referrals accepted but you have to fill in a Community Opportunities referral form | |
| Criteria: Everybody welcome | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 298 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Copleston Centre - Complementary Therapy Workshops | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: Copleston Road London SE15 4AN | Phone: 0207 732 3435 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 635 9522 Email: Website: |
| Description: The Copleston Centre provides a range of Complementary Therapies as part of the Mental Health Development Project, to help promote mental health awareness and improve mental health and well-being. Team of professional, qualified therapists offering a variety of holistic treatments including Aromatherapy, Body Massage, Homeopathy, Indian Head Massage and Reflexology. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Complementary Therapy sessions available to organisations at negotiable rates | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich or Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 40, 176, 185, 312, 484 or P13 to door | |
| Referral: Self or any other source. Self referrals accepted but you have to fill in a Community Opportunities referral form | |
| Criteria: Everybody welcome | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 277 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Counsel and Care | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: Twyman House 16 Bonny St London NW1 9PG | Phone: 0845 300 7585 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 267 6877 Email: advice@counselandcare.org.uk Website: http://www.counselandcare.org.uk |
| Description: Information and advice for people aged 60 plus by phone, letter or email on many topics including welfare benefits, help finding accommodation, community care provision and advocacy services etc. Can advise on the range of services available in care homes. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: When statutory help is unavailable special one-off grant payments can be made, can refer to other charities who also provide grants. Phone for further details. | |
| Opening Hours: Advice line: Mon-Fri 10am-12:30pm and 2-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Camden Road / Tube: Camden Town | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Aged 60 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 359 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Creative Routes | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: c/o Camberwell Leisure Centre Artichoke Place London SE5 | Phone: 0207 358 3138 Other Numbers: Email: info@creative-routes.org.uk Website: http://www.creative-routes.org.uk |
| Description: Award winning arts organisation and registered charity providing opportunities for survivors of mental distress/the mental health system to develop and acquire new creative skills. Workshops in drumming, dance, singing, music composition, creative writing, drama (with a Young Vic Theatre director), visual arts and more. Also put on performances at their own gigs. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Muses poetry and music café at the Crypt, St Giles Church, Camberwell at 8pm first Thursday of every month, also links with the Royal Festival Hall, the South London Gallery, Endymion, the Young Vic Theatre and other arts organisations. | |
| Additional Info: Volunteers always welcome. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for details of various workshops etc | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green then short walk | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Must have or have had mental health issues | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 306 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| CREST Team North (Formerly North Southwark Home Treatment Team) | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: York Clinic, Guys Hospital 47 Weston Street London SE1 3RR | Phone: 0207 188 6991 Other Numbers: CREST North pager: 07699 724632 Fax: 0207 188 7024 Email: Website: |
| Description: Multi-disciplinary team offering support and treatment to people in their own homes who are suffering a mental health crisis who would otherwise require admission to hospital. Also provide support on release to people who have been admitted. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: 8am-midnight 7 days a week all year round. After midnight contact the CREST North pager: 07699 724632 or the Emergency Clinic on 0207 919 2047 / 2048 / 2049 | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: London Bridge | |
| Referral: Your home address or GP should be in the North Southwark catchment area | |
| Criteria: Must be resident of North Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 441 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| CREST Team South (Formerly South Southwark Home Treatment Team) | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Old Works Building Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 3500 Other Numbers: CREST South pager: 07659 127117 Fax: 0207 919 3198 Email: Website: |
| Description: Multi-disciplinary team offering support and treatment to people in their own homes who are suffering a mental health crisis who would otherwise require admission to hospital. Also provide support on release to people who have been admitted. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Disabled access to Outpatients department only | |
| Opening Hours: 8am-midnight 7 days a week all year round. After midnight contact the CREST South pager: 07659 127117 or the Emergency Clinic on 0207 919 2047 / 2048 / 2049 | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 40, 68, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Your home address or GP should be in the South Southwark catchment area | |
| Criteria: Must be resident of South Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 449 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Crisis | |
| Category: Homeless Services | |
| Address: 66 Commercial Street London E1 6LT | Phone: 0870 011 3335 Other Numbers: Fax: 0870 011 3336 Email: enquiries@crisis.org.uk Website: http://www.crisis.org.uk |
| Description: Crisis Skylight Activity Centre for Homeless people run by well known homeless charity. Various activities. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Over 50 activities a week. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Liverpool Street / Tube: Aldgate East | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 188 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Crossways Centre | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: 184-186 Rye Lane Peckham London SE15 4NF | Phone: 0207 635 5300 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 635 5325 Email: crossways.centre@threecs.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Voluntary sector mental health day centre which aims to provide a safe, supportive environment where people can socialise, access welfare and benefits advice, participate in user initiated activities and obtain support. Subsidised meals, laundry facilities, various activities/groups etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Managed by the Three C's group, who also manage two other local centres. Users can access all relevant Three C's services from the same referral form. | |
| Additional Info: Full disabled access to ground floor. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 37, 63, 78, 136, 171, 177, 312, 343, 345, 363, P11, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: via Southwark Community Opportunities referral form | |
| Criteria: Adults aged 18-65 with mental health problems living in Southwark or on out of borough placement. People from other areas need secured funding. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 43 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Croydon African Caribbean Family Organisation | |
| Category: Black Projects | |
| Address: 40 Northwood Road Thornton Heath CR7 8HQ | Phone: 0208 771 9700 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: cacfo@cr78hq.fsnet.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Various services for the African/Caribbean community including a childrens education project, an elderly day care centre, housing and benefits advice and Advocacy services. Also Counselling sessions by appointment. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Thornton Heath | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Mainly for African/Caribbean people from the Croydon area but anyone welcome to enquire. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 105 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Croydon Alcohol Counselling Service | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 3rd floor, 28 Wellesley Road Croydon CR0 2AD | Phone: 0208 667 9500 Other Numbers: Email: cacs@cacs.croydonymca.org Website: |
| Description: Offer counselling to individuals and couples affected by their own or someone else's drinking. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon/Tues/Weds 9am-8pm, Thurs 9am-7:30pm, Fri 9am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Croydon | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Mainly for people from the Croydon area | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 255 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Croydon Domestic Violence Advocacy Service (CDVAS) | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 239 8845 / 0208 239 8846 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 239 8847 Email: Website: |
| Description: Individual and group support for women, families and men suffering domestic violence. Telephone support line, consultation with visiting solicitor by appointment, support with legal proceedings, weekly drop-in etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women only drop-in sessions Thursdays 11am-1pm | |
| Additional Info: Links with Croydon Women's Aid | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 377 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Croydon Housing Aid Society | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: The Old House 2 Wellesley Court Road Croydon CR0 1LE | Phone: 0208 688 7900 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 686 6591 Email: info@croydonhousingaid.co.uk Website: http://www.croydonhousingaid.co.uk |
| Description: Free, independent, confidential advice on any housing or accommodation related matter for people living or working in Croydon. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30am-12:30pm, Tues and Thurs 9:30am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Croydon | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For people living or working in Croydon | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 21 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Croydon Mencap | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: 60/61 Leslie Park Road Croydon CR0 6TP | Phone: 0208 662 9201 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 662 9202 Email: Website: |
| Description: Advice and support for adults and children with learning disabilities. Social club, childrens centre, benefits advice, newsletter, occasional outings and events etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Elderly lunch club, Youth Club for 11-16 year olds | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Anybody with a learning disability using Croydon services | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 420 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Croydon Voluntary Action | |
| Category: Community Orgs | |
| Address: 97 High Street Thornton Heath CR7 8RY | Phone: 0208 684 3862 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 665 1334 Email: cva@cvalive.org.uk Website: http://www.cvalive.org.uk |
| Description: Umbrella organisation for all community and charitable organisations in Croydon offering advice, capacity building and access to development forums etc. Administers Direct Payments for Croydon residents who qualify for that scheme. Also runs a Volunteer Centre and co-ordinates the Croydon Healthy Living Centres. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: The CVA Volunteer Centre offers voluntary placements in a wide range of community organisations and provides extra support to mental health users. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: BR: Thornton Heath | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Mainly for Croydon organisations | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 470 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| DASL (Disability Advice Service Lambeth) | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 336 Brixton Road London SW9 7AA | Phone: 0207 738 5656 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 924 9621 Email: dasl@dial.pipex.com Website: |
| Description: Info and advice project mainly for disabled people, but also for mental health users and people with learning disabilities. Housing, benefits and community care advice, mobility, education and health advice etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Direct payments support service for Lambeth users. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone Mon-Fri 11am-1pm for appointment | |
| Travel: Tube: Brixton or Oval then bus / Buses: 3, 109, 133, 159 stop outside door | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted from disabled people, otherwise through agencies | |
| Criteria: Lambeth residents with physical disability, mental health problems or learning difficulties. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 22 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Denis Hill Unit | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Bethlem Royal Hospital Monks Orchard Rd Beckenham BR3 3BX | Phone: 0208 776 4239 Other Numbers: Referrals: 0208 776 4788 Fax: 0208 776 4698 Email: Website: |
| Description: Forensic inpatient service. Medium secure unit providing inpatient treatment for mentally disordered offenders. Ward is currently men only, referrals for female forensic patients to same team, alternative arrangements will be made. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Denis Hill Unit is currently a men only ward. Enquiries for female referrals to same team, alternative arrangements will be made. | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hour inpatient service | |
| Travel: BR: Eden Park or East Croydon then bus / Buses: 119, 166, 194, 198 | |
| Referral: Professional referrals only | |
| Criteria: People from South Southwark and East Lambeth detained under the Mental Health Act. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 456 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Depression Alliance | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: 35 Westminster Bridge Rd London SE1 7JB | Phone: Helpline: 0845 123 2320 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 633 0557 Fax: 0207 633 0559 Email: information@depressionalliance.org Website: http://www.depressionalliance.org |
| Description: Head office of a national organisation co-ordinating a network of self-help groups for people with depression, their friends and family. Services include information and advice, confidential support services, pen-friend scheme etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Phone for details of your local group. | |
| Additional Info: Head office provides information and advice by phone only. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: Groups held at various locations | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 85 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Deptford Albany Centre | |
| Category: Community Centre | |
| Address: Douglas Way Deptford London SE8 4AG | Phone: 0208 692 0231 / 4446 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 469 2253 Email: reception@thealbany.org.uk Website: http://www.thealbany.org.uk |
| Description: Popular local community centre providing a range of arts and community projects. Also several community organisations are based here including local branches of the Community Drug Education Project and Refuge for victims of domestic abuse. Phone or see website for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Rooms available for hire including Theatre, Audio-Visual support, catering etc | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for the Community Drug Education Project - Deptford Albany in the Drug and Alcohol section | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-9pm plus most Saturdays, phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: New Cross or Deptford / Tube: New Cross or New Cross Gate / Buses: 47, 53, 188, 199 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 299 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Deptford Hearing Voices Service | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: Compass Centre 32/34 Watson St London SE8 4AU | Phone: 0208 694 6519 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 692 1544 Email: Email facility and Discussion area on website Website: http://www.hearingvoices.net |
| Description: Range of services for voice hearers at this community day centre. Various themed support groups throughout the week and one to one counselling by appointment. Project worker has Community Nursing and Counselling qualifications. Phone for details | |
| Special Interest Activities: Hearing Voices support group every Thursday at 2:30pm at the Compass Centre, and a Sunday afternoon drop-in 1pm-4pm for people who cannot go to groups in weekdays due to work or study commitments. Phone for further details. | |
| Additional Info: Limited outreach service in Deptford area. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: New Cross or Deptford / DLR: Deptford Bridge / Buses: 47, 53, 177, 225, 453 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Residents of Southwark and Lewisham and areas within SLaM Health Trust. Priority given to Lewisham residents | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 86 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Detainee Support and Help Unit | |
| Category: Language and Refugee Services | |
| Address: 54 Camberwell Road London SE5 0EN | Phone: 0207 703 5435 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 3927 Email: info@dshuorg.uk Website: http://www.dshu.org.uk |
| Description: Support services for people held in refugee detention centres. Asylum/refugee rights, access to legal services, help contacting relatives abroad, can visit/counsel family members, help on release etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Access to professional legal advice, translation services, can refer to other relevant organisations | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 1-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation open to asylum seekers, refugees, their relatives, friends and family | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 129 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Disability Croydon | |
| Category: Disabilities | |
| Address: St Oswalds Parish Hall St Oswalds Road London SW16 3SB | Phone: 0208 674 8822 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 674 2002 Email: info@disabilitycroydon.org.uk Website: http://www.disabilitycroydon.org.uk |
| Description: Information, Advocacy and consultancy services for individuals with a physical or learning disability and their carers. Training services to other organisations. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Norbury | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For Croydon residents with a disability | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 411 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Domestic Violence Intervention Project - Violence Prevention Programme | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: PO Box 2838 London W6 9ZE | Phone: 0208 563 7983 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 741 4383 Email: vpp @dvip.org Website: http://www.dvip.org |
| Description: This project aims to educate and support men to change their abusive behavior, and runs a group programme which challenges male violence and abuse by encouraging men to take responsibility for their actions. Partners are offered access to DVIP Women's Support Services. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Men's group weekly 7pm. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm Answerphone at other times | |
| Travel: Tube: Hammersmith or Ravenscourt Park | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies. Partners are offered access to DVIP Women's Support Services | |
| Criteria: All enquiries welcome | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 377 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Douglas Bennett Level 2 | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Douglas Bennett House, Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: Office: 0207 919 2690 Switchboard: 0207 703 6333 Other Numbers: Patient's phone: 0207 703 0164 Fax: 0207 919 2691 Email: Website: |
| Description: Acute ward for males aged 16-65 who require inpatient care. For men with acute mental health needs living in Southwark. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: 18 beds, men only | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: 40, 68, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 454 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Drinkline | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: Freepost, PO Box 4000 Glasgow G3 8XX | Phone: 0800 917 8282 Other Numbers: Admin: 0141 568 4000 Minicom: 0800 227 4114 Email: Website: |
| Description: Drinkline is a government sponsored helpline providing information and advice to people concerned about sensible drinking habits. For people with an alcohol problem, their carers, friends and families. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Range of info leaflets and posters available | |
| Opening Hours: Tues-Thurs 9am-11pm and over weekend from 9am Friday to 11pm Monday | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 255 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Dulwich Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 163-169 Crystal Palace Road East Dulwich London SE22 9EP | Phone: 0208 693 2727 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: 7 male and 3 female doctors plus 2 practice nurses plus 2 health Care Assistants at this busy local surgery. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Child Health Clinic, Dietician, Diabetes and Smoking Cessation clinics. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Dulwich Hospital, Kings, Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-12noon and 2pm-6pm, closed Thursday afternoons | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich then short walk / Buses: 12, 40, 63, 176, 185, 312, P13 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Lordship Lane Locality | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE22 or SE24, some parts of SE21, SE23 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 207 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Dun Cow Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 279 Old Kent Road London SE1 3HA | Phone: 0207 237 5187 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male and 1 female doctor plus staff nurse at this busy local surgery. All the usual health services, phone to make an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Mother and Baby clinic, Immunisation clinic, Family Planning clinic etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys, Kings and St Thomas's. Part of Group Practice also see Aylesbury Medical Centre and the Commercial Way Surgery. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-12noon and 1pm-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Any bus to Old Kent Road by Dunton Road | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Must live locally | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 208 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| East Dulwich Primary Care Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: Dulwich Hospital East Dulwich Grove London SE22 8PT | Phone: 0208 693 1844 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Fax: 0208 693 6205 Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male doctors plus 1 practice nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions by arrangement | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings College Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6:30pm, closed Thursday afternoons | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Lordship Lane Locality | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE22 or neighbouring parts of SE15 or SE21 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 209 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| East Street Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 301 East Street Walworth London SE17 2SX | Phone: 0207 703 4550 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0207 703 4550 Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 1 female doctors plus staff nurses and Nurse Practitioner who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. All the usual health services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Practice Counsellor, Midwife and Osteopath, Family Planning, Benefits Advice sessions etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings, Guys, St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: Any bus to Walworth Road by East Street market | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live locally | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 209 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Eating Disorders Association | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: 1st floor, Wensum House 103 Prince of Wales Rd Norwich NR1 1DW | Phone: Adultline: 0845 634 1414 Youthline: 4pm-6pm: 0845 634 7650 Other Numbers: Admin: 0870 770 3256 Email: info@edauk.com Website: http://www.edauk.com |
| Description: National network of self-help groups offering information and advice on a range of eating disorders. Telephone helpline, treatment options, quarterly newsletter etc. Also offer training to professionals and other organisations. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also run Youthline for people up to 18 years old. Mon-Fri 4pm-6pm, Sat 1pm-4:30pm: 0845 634 7650 | |
| Opening Hours: Adultline: Mon-Fri 9am-6:30pm, Sat 1pm-4:30pm Youthline: Mon-Fri 4pm-6pm, Sat 1pm-4:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 87 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Eaves Housing for Women | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Women Only) | |
| Address: 2nd floor, Lincoln House 1/3 Brixton Rd London SW9 6DE | Phone: 0207 735 2062 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 820 8907 Email: post@eaveshousing.co.uk Website: http://www.eaves.ik.com |
| Description: Housing and support services for low waged women with support needs. Domestic violence services including outreach, legal services and child and family work etc. Research into prostitution and trafficking. 2nd tier violence against women capacity building project. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Poppy Project - safe house for trafficked women, Lilith Project - BME capacity building and networking project, also capacity building and networking forums for rape and sexual abuse support services. | |
| Additional Info: Main office is wheelchair accessible, some houses are disabled adapted. Interpreters available by arrangement. Resource room including Internet access available for service users. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval / Buses: 3, 36, 109, 133, 155, 159, 185 | |
| Referral: Self or agencies, phone for an application form | |
| Criteria: Single homeless women | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 157 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| ECT Anonymous | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: Flat 5, Quaker House St Marks Street Leeds LS2 9EQ | Phone: 0113 244 5454 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Information and advice on all issues surrounding the use of Electro Convulsive Therapy (ECT). For people who have had ECT or others who want to find out more about ECT before accepting treatment. Well established campaigning organisation. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Involvement in occasional demos, meetings etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Write or phone. Please leave message if answerphone picks up call. | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 76 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Ed Fellows | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: c/o Spiritual and Pastoral Care Office Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2815 and leave message Other Numbers: Mobile: 07985 671868 Email: edward.fellows@freeuk.com Website: |
| Description: Yoga sessions every Thursday in the chapel at the Maudsley hospital. Yoga can help with stress, back pain, joint pain, respiratory problems and more. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Costs: currently £7-£10 for group sessions, £40 for individual sessions, concessionary rates available for service users by arrangement. | |
| Opening Hours: Thursdays from 5:15pm-6:30pm in the chapel at the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 68, 185, 468 to door | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: South London and Maudsley NHS Trust catchment area (Southwark, Lambeth, Lewisham and Croydon) | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 278 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Eileen Skellern 1 (ES1) | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: Office: 0207 919 2070 Switchboard: 0207 703 6333 Other Numbers: Patient's phone: 0207 703 5625 Fax: 0207 740 5005 Email: Website: |
| Description: Secure mixed sex ward for people whose behavior is deemed to be unsafe either to themselves or to others and are therefore unable to stay on the other acute wards. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Mixed sex ward, 14 beds (9 male, 5 female) | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Tube: Elephant & Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 171, 176, 185 | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 454 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Eileen Skellern 2 (ES2) | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: Office: 0207 919 2080 Switchboard: 0207 703 6333 Other Numbers: Patient's phone: 0207 277 0017 Fax: 0207 919 2081 Email: Website: |
| Description: Acute male inpatient ward, 18 beds. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: 18 beds, men only | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Tube: Elephant & Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 176, 185 | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 455 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Elephant and Castle Leisure Centre - Fusion | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: 22 Elephant and Castle London SE1 6SQ | Phone: 0207 582 5505 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 525 9098 Email: Website: http://www.fusion-lifestyle.com |
| Description: This centre incorporates many activities such as aerobics, a gymnasium, a multi-sports hall, martial arts, squash, badminton etc. There is also a licensed bar and a function room. Concessionary rates available. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women only classes, other group activities. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:15am-10pm, Sat/Sun: 9am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant & Castle / Buses: 1, 12, 35, 40, 45, 53, 63, 68, 133, 171, 176, 343, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access. Referrals accepted from GP's for exercise prescriptions | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 307 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Elm Lodge Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 2 Burbage Road London SE24 9HJ | Phone: 0207 274 6138 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 924 0710 Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male staff doctors and 2 female locum doctors plus staff nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Dermitology Clinic, other specialist clinics | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings College Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6:30pm except Thursday afternoons | |
| Travel: BR and Bus: Herne Hill | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Lordship Lane Locality and the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Must live within 2 miles of the surgery | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 210 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Emergency Clinic - Maudsley Hospital | |
| Category: Out of Hours Services | |
| Address: The Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2047 / 2048 / 2049 Switchboard: 0207 703 6333 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 919 2053 Email: Website: |
| Description: 24 hour service providing assessment, treatment and support for people presenting with acute mental health problems or who are in distress. Main out-of-hours self-referral service in Southwark, this is often point of first contact for people in distress. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Tube: Elephant & Castle then bus / Buses: Camberwell Green then 10 min walk or 40, 68, 185, 468 to door | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 65 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Emergency Duty Social Work Team | |
| Category: Out of Hours Services | |
| Address: c/o SELDOC, East Dulwich Hospital East Dulwich Grove London SE22 8PT | Phone: After 5pm: 0207 525 5000 and ask for Duty Social Work Team Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Out of hours service for mental health service users. Specialist team deals with issues as they arise or refers to relevant services as necessary. Main phone number puts you through to Southwark Council switchboard then ask for Duty Social Work Team. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for Southwark Appropriate Adult Scheme in Social Services | |
| Opening Hours: Out of hours emergency service | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Provide services relating to Southwark residents only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 65 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Equinox - Head Office | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Mental Health/Substance Misuse) | |
| Address: 177/179 Southwark Bridge Road London SE1 0ED | Phone: 0207 939 9800 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 939 9801 Email: Website: http://www.equinoxcare.org.uk |
| Description: Head office of organisation that provides accommodation for people with a mental health problem and drug and alcohol users. Services in many areas, phone for details of Southwark services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Assessment and detox services etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Borough | |
| Referral: Usually via Social Services, GP's, other recognised agencies | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 158 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Equinox - Joe Richards House | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Mental Health/Substance Misuse) | |
| Address: 100 Queens Road Peckham London SE15 2QT | Phone: 0207 639 8008 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 358 1151 Email: eqjoe@hostels.org.uk Website: http://www.equinoxcare.org.uk |
| Description: Direct access hostel for single homeless men and women aged 18-65, including people with mental health needs and/or drink/drug problems. Duration of stay varies depending on the person, up to a maximum of one year. Phone first to check vacancies. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: One unit adapted for wheelchair access. | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hour service | |
| Travel: BR: Queens Road / Buses: Any bus to Queens Rd or South Peckham | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Homeless men and women including rough sleepers. Also accept mental health users and people with dual diagnosis/substance misuse problems. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 159 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Ex-Services Mental Welfare Society | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: Tyrwhitt House Oaklawn Rd Leatherhead KT22 0BX | Phone: 01372 841600 Other Numbers: Fax: 01372 841601 Email: contactus@combatstress.org.uk Website: http://www.combatstress.org.uk |
| Description: Help and support for any ex-service men or women suffering from mental health problems due to their service career. Network of welfare officers who can visit at home or in hospital. Help with war pensions and appeals etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: 8am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Leatherhead | |
| Referral: Self-referral, doctor, family etc | |
| Criteria: Ex-services personnel of any rank | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 87 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Faces in Focus | |
| Category: Youth Services | |
| Address: 102 Harper Road London SE1 6AQ | Phone: 0207 403 2444 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 207 2982 Email: director@facesinfocus.org.uk Website: http://www.facesinfocus.org.uk |
| Description: Information, Counselling and Volunteering Opportunities for young people aged 13-25. Also Connexions First Stop Shop. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Services for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual young people on Tuesdays from 5pm onwards | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Info drop-in: Mon 2-4pm, Wed & Thurs 3-5pm. Centre open Mon 10:30am-8pm, Tues, Wed & Thurs 10:30am-7pm, Fridays 10:30am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Elephant & Castle | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Counselling services: residents of Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham. All other services: Southwark residents only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 350 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Falmouth Road Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 78 Falmouth Road London SE1 4JW | Phone: 0207 407 4101 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 7 female doctors plus staff nurses at this busy local surgery. Nurses can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various specialist sessions, phone for details | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: any bus to Old Kent Road junction Falmouth Road | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE1 or parts of neighbouring postcodes | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 210 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Families Anonymous | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: c/o Duddington and Rollo Community Association Charlotte Despard Avenue London SW11 5HD | Phone: 0845 1200 660 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 498 4680 Email: office@famanon.org.uk Website: http://www.famanon.org.uk |
| Description: National network offering support for partners, friends and families of people with a drug problem. Regular weekly meetings held across the UK. Groups usually meet weekday evenings. Phone for details of your local group. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Free voluntary service based on the 12 Step programme pioneered by Alcoholics Anonymous. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 1-4pm. Answerphone with contact numbers at other times. | |
| Travel: Groups held at various locations in London and the UK. | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National network | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 256 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Family Health Isis | |
| Category: Black Projects | |
| Address: 183/185 Rushey Green Catford London SE6 4BD | Phone: 0208 695 1955 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 695 5600 Email: fhisis@btconnect.com Website: |
| Description: Daily drop-in for black users providing information and advice, individual and group support, advocacy, housing/benefits advice, counselling, awareness courses etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Drop-in provides lunch three days a week, music workshop, keep fit classes, men's and women's groups etc | |
| Additional Info: Hospital visits by arrangement | |
| Opening Hours: Mon, Wed 11am-4pm, Tues 11am-8pm, Thurs 4pm-5pm then Men Only 5pm-9pm, Fri 2-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Catford or Catford Bridge / Buses: 47, 54, 75, 124, 136, 171, 181, 185, 199, 208, 284 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For people of African or Afro-Caribbean descent living in Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 106 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Family Matters | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: 13 Wrotham Road Gravesend DA11 0PA | Phone: Helpline: 01474 537392 Other Numbers: Admin: 01474 536661 Email: admin@familymatters.force9.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Telephone helpline, counselling and support services for children aged 8 and above, adolescents and adults who have been victims of sexual abuse. Services also available for non-abusing family members. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Services in Southwark, Greenwich, Bromley, other South East London areas. | |
| Additional Info: Services in South East London and Kent area | |
| Opening Hours: If no answer leave message on Helpline number, will call you back if nobody immediately available | |
| Travel: Meetings held at various locations | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 383 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Fast Forward Youth Project | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: 19 Buller Close Peckham Hill Street London SE15 6UJ | Phone: 0207 732 1847 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Services for people aged 11-30 with a learning disability. Various evening activities based on informal learning principles for people with mild to complex needs. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Range of evening educational projects | |
| Additional Info: Part of Southwark Youth and Connexions service | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours for details of evening activities | |
| Travel: Bus: Any bus to Peckham Hill Street | |
| Referral: Usually via Social Services but also friends, family etc | |
| Criteria: Must be Southwark resident with a learning disability | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 421 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Federation of Voluntary Sector Care Providers | |
| Category: Professional Orgs | |
| Address: 32-36 Rye Lane Peckham London SE15 5BS | Phone: 0207 639 5388 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 639 5990 Email: Website: |
| Description: Contract management and quality assurance of home care and respite care services provided by voluntary organisations which are federation members. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 63, 171, 277, 312, 343, 345, P12 | |
| Referral: via Social Services Care Managers | |
| Criteria: Voluntary organisations providing home care and respite services in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 473 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Fellowship of Depressives Anonymous | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: PO Box FDA Self Help Nottingham Ormiston House, 32/36 Pelham St Nottingham NG1 2EG | Phone: Information line: 0870 774 4320 Other Numbers: Fax: 0870 774 4319 Email: fdainfo@hotmail.com Website: http://www.depressionanon.co.uk |
| Description: This service provides an information line for anyone at any time. Staffed for several hours a day, answerphone if nobody immediately available. Members receive a newsletter and can join penfriend/phonefriend schemes etc. Can refer to other relevant self-help groups. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Members annual subscription max of £10pa depending on income | |
| Opening Hours: Information line on 0870 774 4320 staffed for several hours every day. Answerphone if nobody immediately available. | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For people suffering from depression and those who care about them | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 88 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Forensic Outreach Service | |
| Category: Outreach | |
| Address: Clinical Treatment Centre, Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2327 Switchboard: 0207 703 6333 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 919 3135 Email: Website: |
| Description: Consultation and liaison service to South Southwark CMHT's. Aftercare service for forensic inpatients at the Bethlem. Probation liaison service and links with HMP Brixton. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Camberwell Green then 10 min walk or 40, 68, 185, 468 to door | |
| Referral: Written referral from secondary services. Phone for details | |
| Criteria: Forensic patients handled by South Southwark services. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 55 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Forest Hill Road Practice | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 1 Forest Hill Road London SE22 0SQ | Phone: 0208 693 2264 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 4008 Fax: 0208 299 0200 Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male doctors, 7 female sessional staff. | |
| Special Interest Activities: 2 female Counsellors offer sessions most weekdays | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings, Lewisham, Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-1pm and 2pm-6pm | |
| Travel: Buses: 63 and 363 stop outside the door | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Lordship Lane Locality | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE22 or parts of SE15 and SE23 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 211 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Forresters Respite Centre | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: 2 Southampton Rd Hythe Southampton Hampshire SO45 5GQ | Phone: 023 8084 3042 Other Numbers: Fax: 023 8084 1250 Email: forresters@rethink.org Website: http://www.forresters.info |
| Description: Week long respite breaks are on offer for people suffering severe and enduring mental health problems so users and carers can have a break. Comfortable country house, variety of activities every day, staff provide care and support to guests as required. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Phone for calendar of special interest weeks which includes young persons week, outdoor pursuits, arts, autumn delights etc | |
| Additional Info: The centre is owned and managed by Rethink and is a not-for-profit enterprise | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Reception desk at Centre open 24 hours | |
| Travel: Guests are usually picked up from Southampton BR or Southampton coach station | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies. Most guests are funded by their local Social Services department | |
| Criteria: People suffering from mental health problems but not in an acute phase or in crisis. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 481 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Forward Project | |
| Category: Black Projects | |
| Address: Unit 1, Bramber Court 2 Bramber Road London W14 9PW | Phone: 0207 381 8778 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 381 8770 Email: Website: |
| Description: Range of services for black people with mental health problems including counselling, psychotherapy, advocacy, carers and family support groups etc. Sliding scale of charges for people who live outside their free catchment area. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Student placement scheme, supervision and consultation services. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Services provided at a variety of locations | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Most services are free for residents of Hammersmith, Fulham or Ealing, sliding scale of charges for people from other areas depending on individual circumstances. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 107 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Foxley Square Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: Myatts Fields Health Centre Foxley Square London SW9 7RX | Phone: 0207 411 3553 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: 1 principal doctor and 1 practice nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions including CBT available Tues afternoons and Thursdays by arrangement, Dietician every Wednesday afternoon. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings, St Thomas's and Guys | |
| Opening Hours: Office open Mon-Fri 8:45am-6pm, Surgery times 9am-11.00am and 4pm-6pm, closed Thursday afternoons | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval / Buses: 36, 59, 109, 133, 159, 185, 346, P5 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to Brixton Road CMHT | |
| Criteria: Must live in SW9 or parts of SE5 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 211 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Frank (Formerly the National Drugs Helpline) | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: c/o Fishburn Hedges 77 Kingsway London WC2B 6ST | Phone: Helpline: 0800 776600 Other Numbers: Press Office: 0207 544 3111 Campaigns Office: 0207 273 3833 Email: Website: http://www.talktofrank.com |
| Description: Newly renamed national drugs helpline offering information and advice to anybody concerned about drug and substance misuse, including users, their friends and families. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National helpline | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 256 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| FSU South London | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 5 Baldwin Crescent Camberwell London SE5 9LQ | Phone: 0207 733 6291 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 924 0975 Email: southlondonfsu@fsu.org.uk Website: http://www.fsu.org.uk/southlondon |
| Description: Provide a range of family support services including counselling, child therapy, a service for sexually abused children, parenting support groups, family social work, domestic violence services, outreach, individual and group work etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Outreach service can make home visits by arrangement | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled facilities - ramp to main entrance and disabled toilet only | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 42, 45, 68, 171, 176, 185, 345, 468 | |
| Referral: Referrals usually via agencies, some self-referrals also accepted | |
| Criteria: Resident of Southwark or Lambeth | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 338 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Furniture Aid South Thames | |
| Category: Homekeeping | |
| Address: Block F, Offley Works 25/27 Clapham Rd London SW9 0JD | Phone: 0207 793 7787 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 820 7888 Email: furnitureaid@btconnect.com Website: http://www.furniture-aid.co.uk |
| Description: Furniture Aid is a registered charity providing low cost second-hand furniture for people living on low income and/or benefits. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Delivery fee for all deliveries. Penalty charged if delivery crew cannot get in to deliver goods. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-1pm and 2-4pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval / Buses: 3, 36, 59, 109, 133, 155, 159, 185, 333, 436 | |
| Referral: Referrals have to be made by a recognised organisation or individual. Phone to get your organisation put on referral list | |
| Criteria: Must have proof of low income/benefits | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 193 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| FWA (Family Welfare Association) - Battersea Counselling Centre | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 189 Battersea Park Rd London SW11 4LB | Phone: 0207 627 3761 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 498 1114 Email: Website: |
| Description: Counselling service for individuals and couples with relationship problems. Separation and divorce issues, sexual problems, family issues, post-natal depression etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: Formerly London Marriage Guidance, now managed by Family Welfare Association | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access, phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon 9am-9pm, Tues, Wed, Thur 9am-8pm, Fri Answerphone service only | |
| Travel: BR: Battersea Park or Queenstown Road / Buses: 44, 137, 344 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Adults with relationship problems | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 265 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| FWA Southwark Newpin - Fathers Project | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 163 Commercial Way Peckham London SE15 1AU | Phone: 0207 252 8283 Other Numbers: Email: jevanmooyung@fwaprojects.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Playtime and learning opportunities for fathers and children offering one to one counselling, parenting support, group work, support regarding access to children etc. Can signpost to other relevant services as required. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Part of the Peckham Healthy Living Network | |
| Opening Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-9pm and alternate Saturdays 10am-2pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 63, 78, 363, 381 to Commercial Way | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: For fathers with children of any age living in SE15 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 340 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| FWA Southwark Newpin - Head Office | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 163 Commercial Way Peckham London SE15 1AU | Phone: 0207 252 8283 Other Numbers: Email: southwarknewpin@fwaprojects.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Family Support service providing open access drop-in Tues/Thurs/Friday. For mothers with under 5's who want to make positive changes for themselves by building confidence and self-esteem, promote healthy parent/child relationships, develop a support network and make friends. This project offers 1 to 1 counselling, therapeutic support groups and parenting programmes etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Befriender Training for Ante/Post-Natal Project, Young Mum's project, Fathers Project | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for FWA Newpin Fathers Project | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 63, 78, 363, 381 to Commercial Way | |
| Referral: Self and other agencies | |
| Criteria: Mothers with children under 5 years old | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 339 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Gamblers Anonymous | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: PO Box 88 London SW10 0EU | Phone: 08700 508880 Other Numbers: 0207 384 3040 Email: info@gamblersanonymous.org.uk Website: http://www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk |
| Description: 24 hour helpline offering help to anyone wanting to give up gambling. Phone for details of local meetings, info booklets, advice and support etc. Also provide telephone advice and run support groups for partners of people with a gambling problem. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hour helpline | |
| Travel: Meetings held at a variety locations | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: A desire to give up gambling | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 88 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Gardens Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: The Gardens London SE22 9QU | Phone: 0208 693 4715 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: SELDOC 0845 602 4464 Fax: 0208 299 4418 Email: Website: |
| Description: 1 male and 4 female doctors at this busy surgery. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling and Clinical Psychology, Osteopathy and Dietician all available by appointment. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings College Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, closed Weds afternoons | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 37, 63, 78, 184 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Lordship Lane Locality | |
| Criteria: Must live in neighbouring parts of SE22 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 212 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| GATES Project | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 8 Belmont Hill Lewisham London SE13 5BD | Phone: 0208 852 2999 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 852 2910 Email: info@gatessupport.org Website: http://www.gatessupport.org |
| Description: GATES stands for Guidance, Advice, Training and Employment Support, which neatly sums up the range of services this project offers. Activities include basic literacy and numeracy training, computer training, vocational guidance, work preparation program etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR/DLR and Bus: Lewisham | |
| Referral: Self-referrals accepted for advice and guidance on careers/courses, including IT classes and Basic Skills courses. For Work Preparation Programmes, referrals must be made by Disability Employment Advisors, Keyworker, GP or other professional. | |
| Criteria: For people with mental health problems. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 316 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Gateway Clinic | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: Gateway Clinic, Lambeth Hospital 108 Landor Road London SW9 | Phone: 0207 411 6151 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 411 6173 Email: dominique.joire@lambethpct.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: The Gateway Clinic is the only Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinic in the NHS offering acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Qi Gong classes and dietary and lifestyle advice. Traditional Chinese Medicine can offer relief from depression, stress and anxiety. The clinic also provides a service for mental health treatment. Professional qualifications/associations: member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAC) and Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine (RCHM). | |
| Special Interest Activities: Busy clinic seeing over 400 people a month, promotes preventative health care and positive health practices through a variety of alternative disciplines. | |
| Additional Info: The Gateway Clinic won the 2003 award for best medical practice in the UK by the Prince Charles Foundation of Integrated Health. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am-11.30am and 1pm-4pm | |
| Travel: Area Served: Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham | |
| Referral: Open access ear acupuncture drop-in 5 days a week, GP referral needed for a consultation for body acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine. | |
| Criteria: For residents of Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 279 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Gellatly Road Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 42 Gellatly Road London SE14 5TT | Phone: 0207 639 1027 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0845 602 4464 Email: Website: |
| Description: One male doctor plus a specialist Diabetic nurse and one Nurse Practitioner at this local surgery. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Lewisham, Kings, Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Walk-In surgery Mon-Fri 9am-11am, 4:30pm-6pm Appointments only. Closed Thursday afternoons. | |
| Travel: BR: Nunhead / Tube: New Cross Gate / Buses: 343, P12 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the LIND Clinic and the Speedwell Centre, Deptford | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE14 or SE4 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 212 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Gingerbread | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 1st Floor, 7 Sovereign Close Sovereign Court London E1W 3HW | Phone: Helpline: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Freephone 0800 018 4318 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 488 9300 Fax: 0207 488 9333 Email: office@gingerbread.org.uk Website: http://www.gingerbread.org.uk |
| Description: National network of self help groups for single parent families offering advice, support and friendship. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Contact general office for details of local groups | |
| Opening Hours: General office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Helpline: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm 0800 018 4318 | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Single parent | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 341 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Golden Oldies Community Care Project | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: Walworth Methodist Church Hall 54 Camberwell Rd London SE5 0EN | Phone: 0207 701 2999 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Well established drop-in/community centre for older people. Subsidised meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Staff can help with benefit claims etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Keep fit, sewing, knitting, dancing and drama classes, garden project. Occasional day trips and outings. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Tues and Thurs 9:30am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: via Social Services elderly assessment teams | |
| Criteria: Must be aged 60 plus and live in Southwark and meet Elderly Services eligibility criteria | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 360 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Grange Road Practice | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 108 Grange Road London SE1 3BW | Phone: 0207 237 1078 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male doctors plus staff nurse at this busy local practice. At the time of writing this practice is about to upgrade disabled access to the surgery. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Chronic disease clinic, Stroke clinic, Hypertension clinic, Asthma clinic, Dietician etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Guys, St Thomas's and Kings | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: South Bermondsey / Buses: 1, 78, 188 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Chaucer Centre and the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Must live within 1 mile of the practice | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 213 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Greenwich Mind | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: 54 Ormiston Road Greenwich London SE10 0LN | Phone: Mindline (info line): 0208 853 1735 Other Numbers: Admin: 0208 853 2395 Email: Website: http://www.greenwichmind.co.uk |
| Description: Community based mental health centre providing access to counselling and advocacy services plus telephone advice line (Mindline) and a range of support groups, activities and social events. Counselling sessions can be held at community locations by arrangement, also Asian and Turkish language counselling available. Phone or see their website for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Asian and Turkish counselling services, Arts workshop, Gardening club, Complementary Therapies, Thursday afternoon Drop-In, Friday Womens Group and Post-Natal Group (both with creche facilities), Tea Club every other Sunday, other outings/events etc. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline and Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, activities and groups at various times, some evening and weekend activities, phone for info booklet. | |
| Travel: BR: Westcombe Park | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Mainly for residents of Greenwich with mental health needs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 44 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Grove Housing | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Special Needs) | |
| Address: 4th floor, 224-236 Walworth Road London SE17 1JZ | Phone: 0207 708 1636 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 4005 Email: info@grovehousing.co.uk Website: http://www.grovehousing.co.uk |
| Description: Supported housing for single homeless people aged 21-65 with high support needs. Operating in Southwark and Lambeth with a range of shared and self-contained units. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Residents only drop-in 10:30am-1pm | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. | |
| Travel: BR: Elephant and Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: Single homeless people aged 21-65 with identifiable support needs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 160 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Grove Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: Windlass Place Deptford London SE8 3QH | Phone: 0208 692 1882 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 3 female doctors plus nursing staff who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling, Psychologist, Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Midwifery clinic and Dietician all available by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Lewisham, Guys and St Thomas's hospitals | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, closed Weds afternoons. | |
| Travel: BR: Deptford / Tube: Surrey Quays / Buses: 47, 188, 199 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Speedwell Centre, Deptford | |
| Criteria: Must live in neighbouring parts of SE8 or SE16 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 213 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Guild of Psychotherapists | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 47 Nelson Square London SE1 0QA | Phone: 0207 401 3370 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 401 3260 Fax: 0207 401 3472 Email: adminguild@btopenworld.com Website: http://www.guildofpsychotherapists.org.uk |
| Description: Community based clinic offering short and long-term psychotherapy. Help with depression, anxiety, bereavement, loss, phobic and obsessional disorders, trauma counselling etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Daytime appointments only | |
| Opening Hours: Office administrator: Wed-Fri 11am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Southwark / Buses: Any bus to south side of Blackfriars Bridge | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Resident of Southwark, Lambeth or Lewisham, Low fee income restrictions - 16k pa or less | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 266 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Haddon Hall Debt Advice Centre | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: Haddon Hall Baptist Church 22 Tower Bridge Road London SE1 4TR | Phone: 0207 252 2521 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: debtadvice@haddonhall.net Website: |
| Description: Free, confidential money advice, help with creditor negotiations and budget education. Offer help and advice on debt problems to enable you to be free from the worries of debt and unexpected bills. Phone to make an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access - ramps to main entrance and wide doorways | |
| Opening Hours: Phone office to make appointment for advice sessions on Monday evenings from 7:30pm-9pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: 1, 42, 188 | |
| Referral: All enquiries and self-referrals accepted | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 23 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Hambleden Clinic | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: Blanchedowne Denmark Hill London SE5 8HL | Phone: 0844 477 8726 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0844 477 8726 Fax: 0870 890 2443 Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 1 female doctor at this busy local practice | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions by arrangement, Osteopath Monday afternoons by appointment, Benefits Advice sessions Mondays every fortnight | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings and Guys | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-6pm, closed Weds afternoons | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 40, 42, 68, 468 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Lordship Lane Locality | |
| Criteria: Must live in Camberwell area of SE5 or neighbouring parts of SE15, SE17, SE24 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 214 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Health Service Ombudsman | |
| Category: Complaints | |
| Address: 10th floor, Millbank Tower Millbank London SW1P 4QP | Phone: 0845 015 4033 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 217 4162 Fax: 0207 217 4000 Email: ohsc.enquiries@ombudsman.gsi.gov.uk Website: http://www.ombudsman.gov.uk |
| Description: Independent service that considers complaints from public which have not been dealt with satisfactorily at a local level. Considers complaints about all NHS services, including hospitals, health centres etc. Also complaints on clinical judgement issues. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Westminster | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 459 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Healthy Gay Living Centre | |
| Category: Gay | |
| Address: Unit 34, The Hop Exchange 24 Southwark Street London SE1 1TY | Phone: 0207 407 3550 Other Numbers: Email: anthony.clarke@tht.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Advice on sexual health and HIV prevention. One to one and couple counselling. Can refer younger couples (up to 25 years old) to appropriate youth services. Wide range of contacts, can supply information and referrals to projects in and around London. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm | |
| Travel: BR: London Bridge / Tube: Borough High Street / Buses: Any bus to Borough High Street | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted | |
| Criteria: Londonwide catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 371 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Hear Us | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: Orchard House 15A Purley Road South Croydon CR2 6EZ | Phone: 0208 681 6888 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07724 054877 Email: hearusadmin@hear-us.org Website: http://www.hear-us.org |
| Description: User run and user-led organisation that exists to promote users and survivors views on mental health issues, to promote positive mental health, to challenge apathy and ignorance within the community, and to challenge tokenism and ensure that everyone is respected as an individual and given equal rights and opportunities. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Service User Representative Groups held at Westways Resource Centre, the Fairfield Club, on Bethlem Wards and other venues around Croydon. | |
| Additional Info: Runs the Croydon User Council, which holds regular meetings with invited professionals to discuss issues of concern. Phone for further details. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: South Croydon or Sanderstead | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 77 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Hearing Voices Network | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: 91 Oldham St Manchester M4 1LW | Phone: 0161 834 5768 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: info@hearing-voices.org Website: http://www.hearing-voices.org |
| Description: Helpline providing information and advice for voice hearers, relatives and carers. Run by volunteers who are mainly voice hearers themselves. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office hours only, answerphone at other times. | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 77 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Help the Aged - SeniorLine | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: 207/221 Pentonville Road London N1 9UZ | Phone: SeniorLine: Freephone 0808 800 6565 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 239 1837 Fax: 0207 278 1116 Textphone: 0800 269626 Email: seniorline@helptheaged.org.uk Website: http://www.helptheaged.org.uk |
| Description: SeniorLine is the Help the Aged telephone advice line for older people and their carers. Advice on welfare/disability benefits, residential/community care, housing adaptations, special equipment, local contacts and any other issues affecting older people. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Help the Aged campaign with and on behalf of the older population promoting their inclusion and independence. Also provide some direct services. Phone or see their website for further details. | |
| Opening Hours: SeniorLine: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm except Tues till 3pm only Freephone 0808 800 6565 | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For older people and their carers anywhere in the country | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 361 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Herne Hill Group Practice | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 74 Herne Hill London SE24 9QP | Phone: 0207 274 3314 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: 4 male and 7 female doctors plus 2 nurses plus Nurse Practitioner plus 1 Health Care Assistant at this busy practice. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling available via referrals system, Benefits Advice every Tuesday morning, daily Smoking Cessation Clinic. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings College Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-12:30pm and 1:30-6:30pm, Fridays till 6pm only. | |
| Travel: BR: Herne Hill / Buses: 36 | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE24, some parts of SE5 and SE21 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 214 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Herne Hill Road Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 1-3 Herne Hill Road London SE24 0AU | Phone: 0207 737 4002 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0207 737 4002 Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 1 female doctor plus 2 nurses plus Midwife and Elderly Co-Ordinator at this busy local practice. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions Mon and Tues, Chiropody Mondays, Baby Clinic Tuesdays, Physiotherapy Fridays, all by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings College Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-6:30pm except Wednesdays open till 7:30pm, closed Thursday afternoons. | |
| Travel: BR: Loughborough Junction / Tube: Brixton / Buses: 345, P4 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Maudsley Hospital. | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE5 or SE24 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 215 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Hilary Newmark | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 675 2852 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.stat.org |
| Description: Practices Alexander Technique which can help relieve stress-related disorders and depression, but is not limited to these - anyone can benefit from Alexander lessons. Professional qualifications/Associations: Member of Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (MMSTAT) | |
| Special Interest Activities: Home visits by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: £25 for 40 minutes. Sliding scale for people on low income. | |
| Opening Hours: Sessions available evenings/weekends. Phone for appointment. | |
| Travel: Area Served: Balham & South West London. | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 280 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Homelessness Training Unit | |
| Category: Homeless Services | |
| Address: 1st floor, Masters House Dugard Way, Renfrew Rd London SE11 4TH | Phone: 0207 840 0658 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 840 0657 Email: hmii-training@uk2.net Website: |
| Description: Training for homeless agencies on mental health and homeless issues. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Organise conferences and other events on homeless issues | |
| Additional Info: Managed through SLaM and funded by the Homeless Directorate | |
| Opening Hours: Office hours for telephone and email enquiries | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Anybody interested in the service can phone for details | |
| Criteria: Anyone working with homeless people. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 189 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Homeshare | |
| Category: Accommodation | |
| Address: 155A Kings Road London SW3 5TX | Phone: 0207 376 4558 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 376 4599 Email: hsinfo@homesharelondon.com Website: http://www.homesharelondon.com |
| Description: Registered charity running home help scheme for elderly or disabled people who can offer living space to younger person (aged 25 plus) in exchange for ten hours of help each week, including cooking, cleaning, shopping and general companionship. Accommodation offered means own room plus use of kitchen and bathroom. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: In cases where the needs of the Householder are greater than Homeshare can provide alone, Homeshare can form part of a care package in conjunction with other health agencies and professionals. Has Approved Provider status with several London boroughs. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Sloane Square / Buses: 11, 19, 211 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Must live in London | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 161 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Home-Start Southwark | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 112A Warner Road Camberwell London SE5 9HQ | Phone: 0207 733 7252 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 274 7925 Email: hssouthwark@dsl.pipex.com Website: |
| Description: Offer friendship, support and practical help for young families under stress, helping to prevent family crisis and breakdown. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Home visits by arrangement | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Loughborough Junction or Denmark Hill and 10/15 min walk / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green and 10 min walk | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Must live in Southwark and have at least one child under 5 years old | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 341 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Homeworkers Helpline | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: Unit 26, 30/38 Dock Street Leeds LS10 1JF | Phone: Helpline: 0800 174 095 Other Numbers: Admin: 0113 245 4273 Fax: 0113 246 5616 Email: admin@homeworking.gn.apc.org Website: http://www.homeworking.gn.apc.org/ |
| Description: Free helpline offering information and advice on employment rights and tax and National Insurance advice for people working from home. Some employment rights casework undertaken, can advise on legal issues. Also campaign for better working conditions for homeworkers. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Run by National Group on Homeworking | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Leeds | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: National helpline | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 23 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Hope UK Southwark | |
| Category: Youth Services | |
| Address: 6 Everthorpe Rd Peckham London SE15 4DA | Phone: 0208 693 9412 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: Website: |
| Description: Drug education and advice for children and young people | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 350 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| House of St Barnabas In Soho | |
| Category: Accommodation (Women Only) | |
| Address: 1 Greek Street London W1D 4NQ | Phone: 0207 437 1894 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 434 1746 Email: houseofstbarnabas@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: Hostel accommodation for single homeless women with low to medium support needs aged 18-55. Keyworkers provide care, support and guidance. Life Skills department assists residents with access to education etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Charing Cross / Tube and Bus: Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, Tottenham Court Road | |
| Referral: Recognised agencies only, eg Homeless Persons Unit, Day Centres, Shelterline etc. No self-referrals. | |
| Criteria: Single homeless women with low to medium support needs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 162 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Hyde Housing Association - Brook Drive Project | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: 108 Brook Drive Kennington London SE11 4TQ | Phone: 0207 820 0900 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.hyde-housing.co.uk |
| Description: Housing and Outreach support for adults with learning disabilities in Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access, phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then 10 min walk / Buses: 3, 59, 159 | |
| Referral: Social Services Learning Disabilities Teams | |
| Criteria: Aged 18 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 422 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Independent Complaints Advocacy Service (ICAS) - London Area Office | |
| Category: Complaints | |
| Address: South East London Regional Office Community House, South Street Bromley BR1 1RH | Phone: 0845 120 3784 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.adviceguide.org |
| Description: London area office of well established organisation that provides advice and support to people who have a complaint regarding NHS services. You will be allocated a caseworker who can give advice on how to make a complaint, provide help writing letters, accompany you to meetings, and represent you at Review Panels etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: This office can provide help with any complaint regarding NHS services in the London area. Can refer to other area offices as required. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Bromley | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Anyone with a complaint regarding NHS services in the London area | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 460 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Institute for Complementary Medicine | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: PO Box 194 London SE16 7QZ | Phone: 0207 237 5165 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 237 5175 Email: info@icmedicine.co.uk Website: http://www.icmedicine.co.uk |
| Description: Information service offering details of practitioners and courses in complementary medicine. For more details phone or see their website. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Telephone and Internet enquiries only | |
| Opening Hours: Telephone enquiries Mon-Fri 10am-3pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 294 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Institute for Optimum Nutrition | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: 13 Blades Court Deodar Road London SW15 2NU | Phone: 0208 877 9993 Other Numbers: Email: info@ion.ac.uk Website: http://www.ion.ac.uk |
| Description: This organisation exists to promote awareness in all matters relating to nutrition, through education and personal consultation. Offers an information service to the general public, which includes a library, factsheets and general information. The ION Clinic and the Sports Clinic offer personal consultations with ION trained clinical nutritionists. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 482 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Intensive Psychological Treatment Service | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: York Clinic, Guys Hospital 47 Weston Street London SE1 3RR | Phone: IPTS: 0207 188 3257 Switchboard: 0207 188 7188 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 507 4117 Email: Website: |
| Description: Outpatient therapy programmes for adult mental health service users from North Southwark and Lewisham. This service provides intensive therapy day programmes using a Therapeutic Community model. Techniques include CBT, CAT etc. Continuing support programme. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: The York Clinic has it's own entrance on the corner of St Thomas Street and Weston Street | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: London Bridge | |
| Referral: Health professionals only. Please contact the service to discuss any potential referrals. | |
| Criteria: Residents of North Southwark or Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 442 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Isidore Crown Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 60 Chadwick Road Peckham London SE15 4PU | Phone: Dr Dugan or DMT: 0207 639 9622 Dr Jones: 0207 639 1555 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: SELDOC 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: Two practices operate from these premises, who each have male and female doctors plus nursing staff who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. Phone to find out which practice best suits your needs. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions, Family Planning clinic, Baby clinic, Midwifery etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings College Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-12:30pm and 3pm-6pm | |
| Travel: BR: Rye Lane / Buses: Any bus to Peckham Bus Garage | |
| Referral: This centre refers M/H users to the Maudsley Hospital | |
| Criteria: Must live locally | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 216 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Iveagh House Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: Loughborough Road Brixton London SW9 7SE | Phone: 0207 274 8850 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male and 4 female doctors plus 3 female practice nurses at this busy surgery which is also a teaching practice, so student doctors sometimes sit in on meetings with the patients consent. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling, Dietician , Family Planning, Chiropody and Benefits Advice sessions all held weekly. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings and Guys | |
| Opening Hours: Office open Mon-Fri 8:30am-6pm, Surgery times 8:30am-11am and 3pm-6pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Brixton or Stockwell / Bus: P5 | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live in SW9 and parts of SE5 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 217 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Jane Robbie | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 671 9352 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07771 908298 Email: jane_robbie@tiscali.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Offers seated acupressure chair massage for head, neck & shoulders, Aromatherapy Massage and Swedish Massage. Chair massage gives relief from anxiety and depression, headaches, backache, stress, and tight sore muscles. Aromatherapy gives relief from depression, stress, tight sore muscles, skin conditions, and improves general well-being. Professional qualifications/associations: ITEC Diplomas in Aromatherapy and Anatomy, Physiology and Body Massage, European Institute Diploma in Seated Acupressure. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Limited disabled access, phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: based on client’s income. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for appointment. | |
| Travel: Area Served: London. | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 280 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Janet Lindsey | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 07779 202018 Other Numbers: Email: janet.lindsey@btconnect.com Website: http://www.taichijanet.co.uk |
| Description: Offers T’ai Chi and Chi Kung. Both help with relaxation, improve confidence, relax mind and body, increase concentration, create a better posture, lower blood pressure, provide more grace and control with movement, and generally help with an overall feeling of well-being. Assistance with balance and associated exercises, particularly in relation to fall prevention. Own studio or home visits by arrangement. For home visits the initial consultation charge is travel costs only, then for individual lessons see costs below. Additional info: My belief is that beneficial exercise, such as T’ai Chi, Chi Kung and Relaxation should be available to all. I am very passionate and committed to helping as many people as I can to feel the benefits, and therefore lead a better quality of life. Professional qualifications/associations: Qualified teacher for the T’ai Chi & Chi Kung Forum for Health, teacher trained to FENTO (Further Education National Training Organisation) Level 1 | |
| Special Interest Activities: Target Groups: All, regardless of any special needs. Group and private consultations available for people with sight or hearing impairment, learning difficulties, physical or mental health service users, elderly people, cancer recovery patients etc. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: £10 per person for 1 to 1½ hours for group work (10-20 people), £30 per hour for 1-to-1 sessions (this cost can be shared by 2/3 people on request). Concessions available. Ask about subsidised/funded classes that may be available in your area. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone Mon-Fri during daytime to discuss appointment | |
| Travel: Area Served: Clapham, SW4 and surrounding areas | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 281 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Jim Birley Unit | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Douglas Bennett House, Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: Office: 0207 919 3311 Switchboard: 0207 703 6333 Other Numbers: Patient's phone: 0207 703 8402 Fax: 0207 740 5169 Email: Website: http://www.slam.nhs.uk |
| Description: Acute female in-patient ward offering treatment to alleviate relapse, various therapeutic activities etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: 18 beds, women only | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Tube: Elephant & Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 176, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: Female patients in Southwark in need of mental health treatment. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 455 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Job Ward | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: 3rd floor, York Clinic, Guys Hospital 47 Weston Street London SE1 3RR | Phone: 0207 188 3373 / 3375 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 188 3377 Email: Website: |
| Description: 15-bed acute assessment ward for older adults offering multi-disciplinary assessment of mental, physical, psychological and social needs. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for visiting times. | |
| Travel: BR, Tube: London Bridge / Buses: 21, 35, 133, 343, 381 | |
| Referral: Referrals for inpatient care via North Southwark Community Team or direct to Ward Manager | |
| Criteria: Aged 65 and over with acute mental health problems and living in North Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 362 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| John Dickson Ward | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: 4th Floor, York Clinic, Guys Hospital 47 Weston Street London SE1 3RR | Phone: Office: 0207 188 3379 Switchboard: 0207 188 7188 Other Numbers: Patient's phone: 0207 188 3382 Fax: 0207 188 2183 Email: Website: |
| Description: Acute in-patient ward for males aged 18-65 providing 18 beds. Large communal dining room/TV room, smoking room, laundry room, weekly activity sessions etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: 18 beds, men only | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: London Bridge | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 444 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Julie Whitehead | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 0207 733 2389 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07973 164369 Email: londonlaugther@aol.com Website: http://www.laughteryoga.co.uk |
| Description: Offers Laughter Therapy, Hatha Yoga and Indian Head Massage. Laughter group held at Lincolns Inn Fields (near the bandstand) by High Holborn tube on 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month 12noon - 1pm, priced £5 per person. Sunday sessions are informal, anybody can attend and benefit from Yoga, regardless of physical fitness. Laughter therapy offers relief from stress and depression - it is very uplifting. Yoga is for general well-being, peace and calm as well as strengthening the body. Indian Head Massage helps with relaxation and well-being, and for headaches and insomnia etc. Professional qualifications/associations: Yoga and Laughter Leader and Laughter Leader trainer. ITEC qualified Indian Head Massage therapist. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Target Groups: Laughter Therapy for special interest groups e.g. people with diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and mental health groups. Anybody can benefit from Yoga and Laughter Therapy. | |
| Additional Info: Evening classes at various centres, phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone enquiries Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm | |
| Travel: Area Served: London and South East | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 282 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Kairos Community Trust | |
| Category: Accommodation (Drug and Alcohol) | |
| Address: 59 Bethwin Rd Camberwell London SE5 0XT | Phone: 0207 701 8130 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 7332 Email: kairosbethwin@microsoft.com Website: |
| Description: Drug and alcohol rehab centre with 16 beds offering 12 week programme, counselling, complementary therapies, literacy and numeracy training etc. Access to shared accommodation after completion of main programme. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Art group, family days, weekly self-help group etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5.30pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 40, 42, 68, 171, 176, 185. | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Must have funding through local authority | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 163 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Keyworth Street Hostel | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Men Only) | |
| Address: 10 Keyworth Street London SE1 6NG | Phone: 0207 401 8950 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 401 8951 Email: Website: |
| Description: Supported accommodation hostel for 35 single men with support needs. Two meals a day provided, 24-hour staff, who can help with benefit claims and other problems. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Close links with Southwark's Housing Access Unit, Housing Advice Service and Housing Special Needs Unit | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Elephant and Castle | |
| Referral: via Southwark Council Resettlement Teams only | |
| Criteria: Must be accepted by or have application with Southwark Homeless Unit | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 164 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Kings Mental Health Liaison Team | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Dept of Psychological Medicine, Kings College Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS | Phone: 0207 346 3227 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 346 5156 Email: Website: |
| Description: Assessment and treatment service for people with a mental health problem who come in to Kings College Accident & Emergency department. Service is run by specially trained staff. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 42, 45, 171, 176, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Self via Kings College Accident and Emergency dept, GP's, inpatient wards and other professionals | |
| Criteria: Aged 18 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 450 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Koko Bassey | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 678 8554 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07957 793526 Email: libramobileclinic@yahoo.com Website: |
| Description: Offers Head and Shoulders Massage, Whole Body Massage, Holistic Massage and Aromatherapy. All techniques offer relief from stress and tension. Also available for talks and workshops. Professional qualifications/associations: Therapeutic Aromatherapy (ITEC Diploma) | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Costs: Negotiable depending on income. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone 10am-5pm for appointment. | |
| Travel: Area Served: London. | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 282 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth Asian Centre | |
| Category: Asian Projects | |
| Address: 16 Leigham Court Road Streatham London SW16 2PJ | Phone: 0208 677 8200 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Community Centre for Asian people over 50 providing lunch club, housing, benefits and immigration advice, wide range of activities. Support provided for mental health users. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Lunch Club on Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fridays, Women Only sessions Mondays 12noon-1:30pm, Men Only sessions every Thursday 10-11:30am, Gujerati classes Fridays 10am-4pm, Age Concern advice sessions, Knitting, Yoga, Keep Fit, Bingo, day trips etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Streatham Hill / Tube: Brixton then bus / Buses: 109, 133, 159, 201, 250, 255, 333, 417, P13 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Asian people aged 50 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 115 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth Carers | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: 4th floor, 336 Brixton Road London SW9 7AA | Phone: 0207 733 9600 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 326 1100 Email: info@lambethcarers.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Carers project offering information and advice, benefits advice, help organising respite breaks, advice on resolving problems with health and social services, Carers Forum, occasional social events, newsletter etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Occasional social events | |
| Additional Info: Administer grants scheme for respite breaks | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Brixton / Bus: Brixton Road | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For carers living or caring for somebody living in Lambeth | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 433 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth College | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: Clapham Centre 45 Clapham Common South Side London SW4 | Phone: 0207 501 5000 Other Numbers: Email: courses@lambethcollege.ac.uk Website: http://www.lambethcollege.ac.uk |
| Description: Lambeth College offers a wide range of general and vocational courses that anybody can join and a Return to Learning programme for mental health users which offers courses in basic literacy and numeracy training, Creative Writing, Computers, Yoga, Relaxation, Arts and Crafts, Keep Fit and exercise classes etc. Phone to get a prospectus. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Return to Learning courses are specifically designed for people with or recovering from a mental health problem. | |
| Additional Info: Return to Learning courses are free, other courses have concessionary rates for people on low income/benefits | |
| Opening Hours: Courses run at various times. Phone for a prospectus. | |
| Travel: Tube and Bus: Clapham Common | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 317 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth Homelessness Emergency Unit and Homeless Duty Team | |
| Category: Housing Services | |
| Address: Lambeth Town Hall 2-7 Town Hall Parade London SW2 1RW | Phone: 0207 926 4200 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.lambeth.gov.uk |
| Description: Lambeth's homeless emergencies service. Can refer on to in-house support services for people with special needs including mental health problems, learning disabilities etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours, after hours and weekends phone the Lambeth switchboard on 0207 926 1000 and ask for the emergency accommodation service | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Been living in Lambeth for 6 months or last permanent address in Lambeth | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 183 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth Housing Support Team | |
| Category: Housing Services | |
| Address: Lambeth Town Hall 2-7 Town Hall Parade London SW2 1RW | Phone: Assessment Team: 0207 926 4088 Resettlement Team: 0207 926 4292 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.lambeth.gov.uk |
| Description: Two teams work from these offices: 1) Assessment Team for people with special needs including mental health problems and learning disabilities. Can refer on to other relevant services as required. 2) Resettlement services for homeless people providing support whilst the client is in temporary accommodation. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Phone for details of referral procedures | |
| Criteria: Homeless with special needs with links to or last permanent address in Lambeth | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 183 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth Mencap | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: 43 Knights Hill West Norwood London SE27 OHS | Phone: 0208 655 7711 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 655 7745 Email: admin@lambethmencap.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Local organisation for people with learning difficulties. Range of services including: 1) CSS: home based support service 2) Friends: social activities and advocacy project 3) Breaks: carers respite project 4) Adult Home Placement Scheme: recruits and supports families/individuals willing to offer a home placement. Phone for details of all the above. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Applicants for home placement carers welcome from neighbouring boroughs | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Some home support services available to Southwark residents through Social Services Disabilities Teams, other services Lambeth residents only. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 423 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth Mind | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: Unit 2A, The Co-Op Centre 11 Mowll Street London SW9 6BG | Phone: 0207 735 3505 Other Numbers: Email: info@slmind.freeserve.co.uk Website: http://www.lambethmind.org.uk |
| Description: Run a confidential user-run telephone information Helpline for anyone with experience of mental distress and/or using mental health services. Also for friends, relatives, partners, involved professionals and the general public. Wide range of information including types of counselling services available, advocacy, benefits, self-help groups, medication, your user rights etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Engaged in campaigning and user involvement locally. Free newsletter every two months. Volunteering opportunities including helpline and admin. Occasional social events, Survivors Poetry workshop fortnightly. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: The Helpline is run by a small team who mainly have experience of using mental health services themselves. | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon 11am-1:30pm, Tues & Wed 2:30-5pm, answerphone at other times. General office: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm. | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval / Buses: 3, 59, 109, 133, 159, 333 | |
| Referral: Open access. Phone, email or write. | |
| Criteria: The Helpline is mainly for Lambeth and Southwark, but does carry info on other areas | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 78 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth User Voice | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: c/o CSN, 336 Brixton Rd London SW9 7AA | Phone: 0207 274 4490 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: A user run group campaigning on issues affecting mental health service users. They oppose discrimination and liaise with statutory services to influence service provision. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see Community Support Network Advocacy Service in Advocacy | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon - Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Brixton / Buses: 3, 59, 109, 133, 159 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Residents of Lambeth who have suffered any form of mental distress | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 79 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth Voluntary Action Council | |
| Category: Community Orgs | |
| Address: 95 Acre Lane London SW2 5TU | Phone: 0207 737 1419 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 737 4328 Email: lvac@lambethvac.org.uk Website: http://www.lambethvac.org.uk |
| Description: LVAC is an independent voluntary organisation that supports and develops Lambeth's voluntary and community sector, develops new initiatives to meet community needs and promotes co-operation between voluntary and statutory services. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Mental Health Forum facilitated by LVAC's health and social care officer. Bi-monthly newsletter. | |
| Additional Info: This project's disabled facilities are currently under review. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-1pm and 2-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Brixton / Clapham High Street / Tube: Brixton or Clapham Common then short walk / Buses: 35, 37, P5 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Voluntary and community organisations based in Lambeth | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 471 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lambeth Walk Group Practice | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 5 Lambeth Walk Kennington London SE11 6SP | Phone: 0207 735 4412 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: 6 male and 1 female doctor plus staff nurses offer all the usual health services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Weekly Counselling sessions, weekly Benefits Advice sessions, INR Clinic, Alcohol Clinic and Drug Clinic | |
| Additional Info: Good links with St Thomas's and Guys hospitals | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-6:30pm except Thursdays 1:45pm-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Waterloo / Tube: Lambeth North / Buses: 3, 12, 159 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Lambeth North Locality | |
| Criteria: Must live in northern area of Lambeth | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 217 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Latin-American Disabled Peoples Project | |
| Category: Disabilities | |
| Address: Unit 7, 42 Braganza St Kennington London SE17 3RJ | Phone: 0207 793 8399 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 793 1599 Email: ladpp@ladpp.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Registered charity providing help and support to Latin-American, Spanish and Portugese disabled people. Information, advice and casework on housing, benefits, health care and educational opportunities etc. Advocacy services, interpreting services, training, social and cultural events etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Health and benefits advice workshops, various social and cultural events etc | |
| Additional Info: Postal address: PO Box 43412, London SE17 3WZ | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm. Phone for times of various activities. | |
| Travel: Tube: Kennington / Buses: 59, 133, 155, 159, 333 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Open to all disabled Spanish and Portugese speaking people living in London | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 412 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Laurie Grove Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 23/24 Laurie Grove New Cross London SE14 6NH | Phone: 0208 694 6427 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: 4 female doctors plus staff nurses who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. Busy local practice connected to the University Medical Centre. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions by arrangement, Family Planning clinic, Baby clinic, Health clinic etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Lewisham Hospital. Limited disabled access, doctors can see disabled patients in nurses consulting room on ground floor. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-1pm and 2pm-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: New Cross | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Speedwell Centre | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE14 or parts of neighbouring boroughs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 218 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Law Society | |
| Category: Mental Health Legal Services | |
| Address: Ipsley Court, Berrington Close Redditch B98 OTD | Phone: General Info Line: 0870 606 6575 Professionals Line: 0870 606 2555 Other Numbers: Admin: 01527 517141 Fax: 01527 500018 London Law Society: 0207 242 1222 Email: info.services@lawsociety.org.uk Website: http://www.lawsociety.org.uk |
| Description: Names and addresses of solicitors and chambers who are accredited by the Law Society as competent to represent users at mental health tribunals. Can refer on to accredited mental health legal specialists. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 36 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Learning Disabilities and Community Services (Formerly Only Connect) | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: Cambridge House 131 Camberwell Road London SE5 0HF | Phone: 0207 701 0769 or 0207 701 3317 Other Numbers: Switchboard: 0207 703 5025 Fax: 0207 703 2903 Email: sherry.allan@cambridgehouseandtalbot.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Services for adults and children with severe learning difficulties. After Schools Club, under 5's club, supervised creche, holiday respite care scheme, life skills workshops, Butterfly Day Care Nursery, Arts workshops etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Play and respite care service during Easter and Summer school holidays for 5-19 year-olds | |
| Additional Info: After Schools and Arts Clubs run at Tuke and Cherry Gardens, Spa and Snowfields schools. Phone the office for further details. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Residents of Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 424 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lee Health Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 2 Handen Road Lee London SE12 8NP | Phone: 0208 852 2611 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0208 852 2611 Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male doctors and one nurse at this local practice. Nurse can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling available by doctors referral only. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Lewisham Hospital, Kings and Guys | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-7pm | |
| Travel: BR: Lee / Buses: 202 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Southbrook Road CMHT | |
| Criteria: Most patients from Lee area of SE12, some parts of SE13 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 218 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lesbian Gay Bisexual Alcohol Project | |
| Category: Gay | |
| Address: 34 Electric Lane London SW9 | Phone: 0207 737 3579 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 737 2719 Email: acaps@turningpoint.co.uk Website: http://www.acaps.co.uk |
| Description: Part of the Alcohol Counselling and Prevention Service, the Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual Alcohol Project offers various specialised services for gay people, including counselling, complementary therapies, gay mens group, youth outreach & access to other services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various special interest groups meet weekly at various locations, phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Run by Turning Point ACAPS, this project has recently merged with the Hungerford Drug Project | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-4:30pm and some evenings | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Londonwide project for gay people with a drink or drug problem | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 372 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lewisham Housing Options Centre | |
| Category: Housing Services | |
| Address: 3 Rosenthal Road Catford London SE6 2BX | Phone: 0208 314 7007 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 314 3059/3060 Email: Website: |
| Description: Information and advice for homeless people. Assessment of housing needs, access to temporary accommodation and other relevant housing services. Can refer on to in-house Special Needs housing team as required. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for Lewisham Supported Housing Team | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Catford / Buses: Any bus to Catford | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Homelessness | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 184 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lewisham Mental Health Foundation | |
| Category: Advocacy | |
| Address: Independents Centre Independents Road, Blackheath Village London SE3 9LF | Phone: 0208 297 9624 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: mh.foundation@freeuk.com Website: http://www.mh.foundation.freeuk.com |
| Description: Mental health advocacy services for patients in the Ladywell Unit at Lewisham Hospital and in the community. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Links with Lewisham Users Forum - see User Orgs | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Blackheath / Buses: 202 to Blackheath Village | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Residents of Lewisham with a mental health problem | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 73 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lewisham Supported Housing Team | |
| Category: Housing Services | |
| Address: 3 Rosenthal Road Catford London SE6 2BX | Phone: 0208 314 9244 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 314 3060 Email: Website: |
| Description: Rehousing service and tenancy sustainment for homeless people with special needs. Referral via Lewisham Housing Options Centre only. Phone them on 0208 314 7007 for details of how to access this team. Supporting documentation should include medical report with diagnosis, personal history, independent living skills report etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Can make home visits by arrangement | |
| Additional Info: Referral via Lewisham Housing Options Centre on 0208 314 7007 | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Catford / Buses: Any bus to Catford | |
| Referral: via Lewisham Housing Options Centre | |
| Criteria: Homeless people with special needs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 185 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lewisham Users Forum | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: Independents Centre Independents Road, Blackheath Village London SE3 9LF | Phone: 0208 297 9593 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Service user led mutual support network, lobbying on issues surrounding mental health and user empowerment. Run training sessions and interview candidates for the local Health Trust and also hold regular monthly meetings and social events. Phone or write for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Links with Lewisham Mental Health Foundation - see Advocacy | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Blackheath / Buses: 202 to Blackheath Village | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Living in and around Lewisham, people from other areas welcome | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 79 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lewisham Way Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 228A Lewisham Way Brockley London SE4 1XL | Phone: 0208 692 2707 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0845 602 4464 Email: Website: |
| Description: One male doctor at this local practice. Phone to make an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Lewisham Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-11:30am and 4:30pm-6:30pm, closed Thursday afternoons | |
| Travel: BR: St Johns | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Speedwell Centre, Deptford | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE4 or parts of SE13 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 219 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| London Centre for Dementia Care | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: Dept of Mental Health Science, Wolfson Blding, UCL 48 Riding House Street London W1W 7EY | Phone: 0207 679 9588 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: margot.lindsay@ucl.ac.uk Website: |
| Description: Information about the care of people with dementia provided to workers in dementia care/elderly care. Access to published works etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Access to information about current research and current literature regarding the health and social care of people with dementia. | |
| Additional Info: Free newsletter available on request. Print or electronic version available | |
| Opening Hours: Telephone/post/email enquiries only | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Information service for London care workers | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 362 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| London Irish Centre | |
| Category: Irish | |
| Address: 50/52 Camden Square London NW1 9XB | Phone: 0207 916 2222 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 916 2638 Email: info@irishcentre.org Website: http://www.irishcentre.org |
| Description: Informal drop-in centre for the Irish community offering a variety of social activities, info and advice, alcohol assessment, access to mental health services, elderly Irish persons outreach service, lunch club, donated clothing, free showers etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Art group, Keep Fit, various community and social events etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Most days 9:30am-12:30 and 2-4pm. Closed Wednesday mornings and Friday afternoons. | |
| Travel: BR: Camden Road / Tube: Camden Town / Buses: 29, 253, 274 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Irish or of Irish descent | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 124 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| London Irish Womens Centre | |
| Category: Irish | |
| Address: 59 Stoke Newington Church St Hackney London N16 0AR | Phone: 0207 249 7318 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 923 9599 Email: info@liwc.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Information and advice on housing, welfare benefits, domestic violence, anti-social behaviour, pensions, debt and general issues. Advocacy with local authorities, benefits agencies and housing associations regarding rent/tenancy disputes etc. Counselling available, fees based on a sliding scale depending on income. Publications, creative writing workshop etc. For Irish women or women of Irish descent. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Outreach work in Holloway prison | |
| Additional Info: For Irish women or women of Irish descent only | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-1pm and 2pm-5pm. Appointments system. Drop-In times vary. Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: Stoke Newington or Dalston Kingsland / Tube: Finsbury Park or Angel then bus / Buses: 67, 73, 106, 149, 243, 276, 393 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: For Irish women or women of Irish descent | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 125 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| London Lesbian and Gay Switchboard | |
| Category: Gay | |
| Address: PO Box 7324 London N1 9QS | Phone: 0207 837 6768 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 837 7300 Email: admin@llgs.org.uk Website: http://www.llgs.org.uk |
| Description: 24 hour telephone helpline providing access to high quality information, support and onward referral, enabling the empowerment of all lesbians and gay men and informing anyone who needs to consider lesbian or gay issues. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours | |
| Travel: Tube: Angel | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 372 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| London Voluntary Service Council | |
| Category: Professional Orgs | |
| Address: 356 Holloway Rd London N7 6PA | Phone: 0207 700 8107 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 700 8108 Email: lvsc@lvsc.org.uk Website: http://www.actionlink.org.uk |
| Description: Free library and information service offering info on funding sources, financial management, organisational management, equal opportunities, employment law, the legal obligations of collective enterprises etc. Also offer wide range of training courses. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Phone for info leaflet for the library service and booklet promoting their wide range of training courses. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Holloway Rd / Buses: 4, 29, 43, 91, 153, 253, 259, 271, 279 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 474 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Lordship Lane Locality | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Team | |
| Address: 20-22 Lordship Lane East Dulwich London SE22 8HN | Phone: 0207 525 6100 or 6101 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 525 6180 Email: Website: |
| Description: A fully integrated CMHT offering a secondary mental health service in the local PCT catchment area. All referrals to the locality are assessed by the Assessment and Brief Treatment team and a decision made regarding ongoing CMHT allocation and treatment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: ABT and Continuing Care teams | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich / Buses: 40, 176, 185, P13 | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted but most come via GPs | |
| Criteria: Adults aged 18-65 with mental health needs living within local catchment area in South Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 50 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lordship Lane Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 417 Lordship Lane London SE22 8JN | Phone: 0208 693 2912 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male doctors at this busy local practice. All the usual health services, phone to make an appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions by arrangement | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings College Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich / Buses: Any bus to Lordship Lane | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live locally | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 219 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lorrimore Counselling Service | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 1 Amelia Street Walworth London SE17 3PY | Phone: 0207 703 7806 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 701 7798 Email: counselling@lorrimore.org.uk Website: http://www.lorrimore.org.uk |
| Description: Low cost community based service offering individual counselling and group psychotherapy. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see Lorrimore Drop-In, Lorrimore Network (Outreach), Lorrimore Housing (Accommodation), Lorrimore Home and Dry (Homekeeping) and the Aylesbury Centre for Therapy for residents of the Aylesbury Estate, Walworth | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-8pm and Saturday mornings | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Kennington, Elephant and Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For people living in Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 267 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lorrimore Drop-In | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: St Paul's Church Lorrimore Square London SE17 3QU | Phone: 0207 735 8815 Other Numbers: Email: dropin@lorrimore.org.uk Website: http://www.lorrimore.org.uk |
| Description: Open access drop-in/community centre for mental health users. Staff can refer you on to other community care services, like benefits advisors etc. Subsidised meals daily, large main area, dining room, TV room, quiet room, snooker room, computer room etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women Only sessions Monday 12noon-1:30pm, Men Only session Thurs 10-11:30am, SIMBA black users group Tues 12:30-3:30pm, Art group every Wednesday morning during term-time, Saturday sessions, Sunday afternoon tea | |
| Additional Info: Also see Lorrimore Counselling, Lorrimore Network (Outreach), Lorrimore Housing (Accommodation), Lorrimore Home and Dry (Homekeeping) and the Aylesbury Centre for Therapy for residents of the Aylesbury Estate, Walworth | |
| Opening Hours: Mon 12-1:30pm Women Only then 1:30-5pm open to all, Tues 12:30-3:30pm SIMBA black users group, Wed 10am-4pm, Thurs 10-11:30am Men Only then 11:30am-4pm open to all, Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sunday 2pm-4pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Kennington / Buses: P5 to door or 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 486 to Walworth Rd then walk, or 133, 155 to Kennington then walk | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: People with mental health issues living in Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 45 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Lorrimore Home and Dry | |
| Category: Homekeeping | |
| Address: Kennington Enterprise Centre 42 Braganza Street London SE17 3RJ | Phone: 0207 793 0355 Other Numbers: Email: homeanddry@lorrimore.org.uk Website: http://www.lorrimore.org.uk |
| Description: Help with painting and decorating, small repairs and home improvements for mental health users living independently in the community. This project is staffed by workers and trained volunteers who can offer skilled practical support in many areas of DIY. Volunteer workers welcome to apply. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Volunteer workers can get training in painting, decorating and DIY. Volunteers welcome to apply, references essential. | |
| Additional Info: Also see Lorrimore Drop-In, Lorrimore Counselling, Lorrimore Network (Outreach), Lorrimore Housing (Accommodation) and the Aylesbury Centre for Therapy for residents of the Aylesbury Estate, Walworth | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm. Visitors by appointment only. | |
| Travel: Tube: Kennington / Buses: 133, 155 | |
| Referral: via Mental Health services only | |
| Criteria: Must be living in Southwark or Lambeth and be on Enhanced CPA. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 194 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lorrimore Housing | |
| Category: Accommodation (Mental Health) | |
| Address: 1 Amelia Street Walworth London SE17 3PY | Phone: 0207 701 6262 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 701 7798 Fax: 0207 708 5353 Email: housingandnetwork@lorrimore.org.uk Website: http://www.lorrimore.org.uk |
| Description: Run a range of supported accommodation for people with enduring mental health problems. Mix of short and long-term places for men and women. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Lunch club on Tuesdays from 11am-2pm at St Matthew's Community Centre, Meadow Row, London SE1 | |
| Additional Info: Also see Lorrimore Drop-In, Lorrimore Counselling, Lorrimore Network (Outreach), Lorrimore Home and Dry (Homekeeping) and the Aylesbury Centre for Therapy for residents of the Aylesbury Estate, Walworth | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm | |
| Travel: Varies depending on location of accommodation offered | |
| Referral: via statutory agencies | |
| Criteria: For people who need help adjusting to living independently. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 165 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Lorrimore Network | |
| Category: Outreach | |
| Address: 1 Amelia Street Walworth London SE17 3PY | Phone: 0207 701 6262 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 701 7798 Fax: 0207 708 5353 Email: housingandnetwork@lorrimore.org.uk Website: http://www.lorrimore.org.uk |
| Description: Community outreach service for people who are isolated and vulnerable to repeated hospital admissions. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see Lorrimore Drop-In, Lorrimore Counselling, Lorrimore Housing (Accommodation), Lorrimore Home and Dry (Homekeeping) and the Aylesbury Centre for Therapy for residents of the Aylesbury Estate, Walworth | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Not relevant as this service visits people at home | |
| Referral: via statutory agencies | |
| Criteria: Living in Southwark and on a CPA | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 56 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Louise Villeneau | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 699 9598 Other Numbers: Mobile: 0794 7646650 Email: lvilleneau@aol.com Website: |
| Description: Offers Reflexology and aims to provide a high quality, thoughtful and responsive service tailored to each individual's needs. My approach is to pay particular attention to the whole person including life situation, health, beliefs and personal goals. Reflexology can improve total body functioning, aids relaxation and reduces anxiety. Also for insomnia, tiredness, skin conditions, menstrual and fertility problems etc. Professional qualifications/associations: ITEC Diploma in Reflexology, Anatomy and Physiology, Member of EMBODY (formerly IGPP). | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Costs: 90 minute initial consultation and subsequent treatments of 45 mins at £30-40 per treatment. Concessions available for low income/unwaged clients. | |
| Opening Hours: Times: Session times negotiable, some evening and weekend work by arrangement. | |
| Travel: Area Served: SE London | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 283 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Mad Pride | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: c/o 6 Parkstone Road London E17 3JB | Phone: Mobile: 07958 907357 Other Numbers: Email: madpridelondon@hotmail.com Website: http://www.madpride.org.uk |
| Description: User led campaigning organisation committed to improving the civil liberties and human rights of psychiatric patients. Involved in demos, actions and events promoting a variety of mental health issues. Links with Mad Chicks, their womens group. See their website, phone or write for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Organise benefit gigs in London and other places. Published a book called Mad Pride: A Celebration of Mad Culture and has also released an LP called Nutters with Attitude which is a compilation of bands who play their gigs | |
| Additional Info: The telephone number given may be diverted to a different number if there is nobody immediately available | |
| Opening Hours: Phone anytime | |
| Travel: Events held at various locations | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Campaigning organisation for all mental health users | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 80 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Maddock Way Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 10 Maddock Way Cooks Road London SE17 3NH | Phone: 0207 735 3644 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0207 735 3644 Email: Website: |
| Description: 2 male doctors and 1 female practice nurse who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Well Women Clinic, Child Immunisation clinic etc | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings and Guys hospitals | |
| Opening Hours: Phone office for appointment. Surgery times: 9am-11am and 4pm-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Bus: P5 | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to Camberwell Road CMHT (CMHT NW) | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE17 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 220 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Making Space | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: c/o St Giles Continuing Care Team 1 6 Lordship Lane London SE22 8HN | Phone: 0207 740 5450 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Organise respite care breaks and seminars for mental health carers. Breaks involve small groups of carers staying at quality hotels and offer a mix of leisure activities and some training sessions. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich / Buses: Any bus to Lordship Lane | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Must be a carer for a Southwark resident | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 434 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Mamta Nanda | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: c/o Balham Therapy Rooms 156 Balham High Road London SW12 9BN | Phone: 0208 333 2010 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07782 161477 Email: mamta@reikiwithmamta.com Website: http://www.reikiwithmamta.com |
| Description: Reiki works on all levels, physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. It aims to restore balance, health and well-being, and supports all forms of treatment, both conventional and complementary. Can often help reduce the negative side effects of medication and medical treatment. Also for emotional problems such as anger, grief, anxiety, depression and fear which respond very well to Reiki, as do compulsive and addictive behaviour patterns. Reiki is perfectly safe, non invasive and can be used by anyone - from a baby to an old person. Professional qualifications/associations: Level I and II in Usui Shiki Ryoho, also member of the Reiki Association UK. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Costs: £40 for 1 to 1½ hours. Concessionary rates available by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: Specialist service for pregnant women, mothers and babies. Home visits considered. | |
| Opening Hours: At the Balham Centre weekdays 9.30am-3pm, private sessions by arrangement. | |
| Travel: Area Served: South London. | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 284 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Manic Depressive Fellowship | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: 21 St Georges Rd London SE1 6ES | Phone: 0845 6340540 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 793 2600 Fax: 0207 793 2639 Email: mdf@mdf.org.uk Website: http://www.mdf.org.uk |
| Description: National network of self help groups for people who suffer from manic depression or manic episodes. Information, advice and support, courses available in self-managing a depressive condition. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Phone for details of local groups. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm, Fri till 4pm | |
| Travel: Groups held at different locations | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Anyone suffering from manic depression, their friends, families and carers | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 89 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Manna Day Centre | |
| Category: Homeless Services | |
| Address: 6 Melior Street London Bridge London SE1 3QP | Phone: 0207 403 1931 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 357 9363 Email: adminworker@mannasociety.org.uk Website: http://www.mannasociety.org.uk |
| Description: Open access drop-in for single homeless people and people in need. Free food, showers, clothing, medical care, housing and benefits advice etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Offices on second floor. Limited disabled access. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: 7 days a week from 9am-1:30pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube or Bus to London Bridge | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: London-wide project catering for single homeless people and the long-term unemployed | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 190 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Manor Place Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 1 Manor Place London SE17 3BD | Phone: 0207 703 3988 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: SELDOC 0208 693 9066 Email: Website: |
| Description: 4 male and 4 female doctors plus staff nurses who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling sessions, Family Planning clinic, Mother and Baby clinics, Dietician, Chinese-speakers clinic, Benefits Advice sessions by arrangement etc, phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Kings, Guys and St Thomas's | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-6pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: Any bus to Walworth Road by McDonalds | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to Camberwell Road CMHT (CMHT NW) | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE17 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 221 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Marina House Addictions Resource Centre | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 63/65 Denmark Hill London SE5 8RS | Phone: Referrals: 0207 740 5720 Other Numbers: Dispensing Service: 0207 740 5710 Fax: 0207 740 5730 Email: Website: |
| Description: Supervised dispensing service providing access to Methadone Maintenance Clinic, Community Alcohol and Community Drug Team services. Drug counselling, health education, assessment and brief intervention team, relapse prevention services etc. Can refer to accommodation services when available. Language services by arrangement. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Drop-In service Mon, Weds and Thurs 2pm-4pm | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon, Weds, Thurs, Fri 9am-12:30pm and 2:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays 9am-12:30pm and 5pm-7pm, Saturdays 9am-12:30pm and 2pm-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Must live in South Southwark or Lambeth | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 257 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Mark Sutherland | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: Spiritual and Pastoral Care Office Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2815 Other Numbers: Email: mark.sutherland@slam.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: Offers guided Meditation sessions. Meditation can be useful for anxiety, tension, stress, alienation and feelings of meaninglessness, as well as for physical problems. Professional qualifications/associations: Presiding Chaplain at the Maudsley Hospital, trained Transpersonal Psychotherapist. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Target group: mainly for people with mental health problems living in Southwark and Lambeth. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: Meditation sessions are free on Mondays 5.15-6.30pm in the Sanctuary at the Maudsley Hospital. This location has full disabled access. | |
| Opening Hours: Mondays 5.15-6.30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 68, 185, 468 to door | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 285 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Maroon Resource Centre | |
| Category: Black Projects | |
| Address: Unit 241, BizSpace 99-103 Lomond Grove London SE5 7HN | Phone: 0207 708 1524 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 703 3998 Email: Website: |
| Description: Service for Afro-Caribbean mental health users offering information, advice and support, art groups, baking, members forum, computer classes, sewing group, cookery classes, current affairs, music workshop, Women's group, Men's group, other recreational activities, personal care, barbering etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Daily Afro-Caribbean meals | |
| Additional Info: Some sessions at different locations, disabled access varies accordingly. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-3:30pm | |
| Travel: BR or Tube to Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 40, 45, 171, 176, 185 | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: African and Caribbean people living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 108 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Marva Donaldson | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: c/o the Copleston Centre Copleston Road London SE15 4AN | Phone: Copleston Centre: 0207 732 3435 Private session enquiries: 07946 776421 Other Numbers: Email: kdskid@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: Offers Therapeutic Massage, Aromatherapy and Indian Head Massage. Massage therapies take account of the environment and lifestyle of each person and are designed to treat the person as a whole, not just the symptoms. They stimulate the body to repair itself and provide relief from the stresses of modern life, and can help with muscular aches and pains, depression, stiff joints and headaches etc. Professional qualifications/associations: ITEC Diplomas and Certificates. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Target groups: Particularly for adults with mental health problems who live locally in Peckham, Dulwich and Camberwell areas and for people attending the Copleston Centre. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: by donation at the Copleston Centre, private sessions by arrangement, fees according to income. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone to make an appointment. | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 286 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Maudsley Social Work Team | |
| Category: Social Work Services | |
| Address: Lower Floor, Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2403 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 919 2959 Email: Website: |
| Description: Social work services for drug and alcohol users on the wards and in the community. Assessment services, care management programmes, ASW services, keyworking, referral to drug and alcohol rehab services etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Camberwell Green then 10 min walk or 40, 68, 185, 468 to door | |
| Referral: Referral procedure depends on service required. Phone for details. | |
| Criteria: Criteria depends on service required. Phone for details. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 63 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Maudsley Volunteers | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2699 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: Places local volunteers with Community Mental Health Teams. Volunteers provide support for social activities like gardening, arts and crafts and music projects etc. Also assist with evening and weekend social activities, and provide individual support as needed. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Camberwell Green then 10 min walk or 40, 68, 185, 468 to door | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 451 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Maudsley Welfare Rights Dept | |
| Category: Hospital Services | |
| Address: Welfare Rights Dept, Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 2948 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 919 2947 Email: carol.waylett@slam-tr.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: Benefits assessment service for inpatients at the Maudsley and Bethlem and outpatients attached to local community mental health teams. Facilitate patients return to the community by ensuring there are no breaks in benefit entitlement on release. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Camberwell Green then 10 min walk or 40, 68, 185, 468 to door | |
| Referral: Phone for referral form | |
| Criteria: Inpatients at the Maudsley and Bethlem or people attached to East Lambeth or Nunhead CMHT's. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 451 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Maya Project - Addaction | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: PO Box 48407 London SE15 6 BN | Phone: 0207 635 5070 / 0207 635 5493 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 732 9382 Email: Website: |
| Description: Specialist services for women drug users. Residential rehab services, individually tailored support programmes, parenting skills workshops, referral to local services, 6-month after care programme etc. Access to a range of holistic therapies, including Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Art therapy etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women with children welcome, also Black and Ethnic Minority women's service, HIV positive support services, also specialist pregnant users service. | |
| Additional Info: Currently no disabled access to premises | |
| Opening Hours: Phone to make an appointment | |
| Travel: BR and Bus: Peckham Rye | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For female drug users | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 144 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Medical Advisory Service | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: PO Box 3087 Chiswick London W4 4ZP | Phone: General Medical Helpline: 0208 994 9874 Other Numbers: Admin: 0208 995 8503 Fax: 0208 995 3275 Email: Website: http://www.medicaladvisoryservice.org.uk |
| Description: Provide information and advice on medical and healthcare issues. Operate several helplines including General Medical Helpline, Meningitis Helpline, Infant Death Helpline etc. All lines staffed by experienced medical nurses. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Run a range of specialist helplines, phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Helpline times vary. | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 395 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: 111 Isledon Road Finsbury Park London N7 7JW | Phone: 0207 697 7777 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 697 7799 Email: info@torturecare.org.uk Website: http://www.torturecare.org.uk |
| Description: Assessment, medical care in collaboration with GP and hospital services, physiotherapy, counselling, marital and family therapy, complementary therapies, practical help and support etc. Specialist child and adolescent services. Interpretation services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women's group, men's group, combined group, special services. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Daily drop-in from 1pm Mon-Fri, first ten people seen, registration starts at 12 noon. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-6:30pm. | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Finsbury Park / Buses: 4, 29, 210, 253, 254, 279, W3, W7 | |
| Referral: via Health Professionals, Community Centres, Refugee agencies, Solicitors etc by referral form available on their website | |
| Criteria: National catchment. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 482 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Melbourne Grove Medical Centre | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: Melbourne Grove East Dulwich London SE22 8QN | Phone: 0208 299 0499 Other Numbers: Email: Website: |
| Description: 1 male and 5 female doctors plus staff nurses who can see patients for some matters if no doctors appointment necessary. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling, Mother and Baby clinics, Drug Dependency clinic etc | |
| Additional Info: Goods links with Kings College Hospital | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 8:15am-6pm. Phone early for same day appointments. | |
| Travel: BR: Dog Kennel Hill | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Must live within 1 mile of surgery | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 221 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Mental After Care Association (MACA) | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 1st floor, Lincoln House 296-302 High Holborn London WC1V 7JH | Phone: 0207 061 3400 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 061 3401 Email: maca@maca.org.uk Website: http://www.maca.org.uk |
| Description: Mental Health charity providing various services including info service, advocacy, assertive outreach and community support, employment schemes, forensic services, respite breaks for carers, social clubs and supported accommodation. Phone for details of projects in your area. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: MACA works for positive change in mental health legislation and practice | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Tube: High Holborn | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted for many MACA projects | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 24 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Mental Fight Club | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: c/o 21 Douglas Buildings Marshalsea Road London SE1 1EJ | Phone: 0207 378 1768 Other Numbers: Email: indian.beantree@btopenworld.com Website: http://www.into.org.uk/mentalfightclub |
| Description: Mental Fight Club is a user-led group, open to all, which emerged in 2003/04 from a creative association of around 200 individuals who met to present and listen to the eight sections of Ben Okri’s epic poem ‘Mental Fight’. Mental Fight Club holds regular events which are open to all, to promote the pursuit and understanding of mental well-being. Phone, write or email for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Events include lectures, performances, readings and exhibitions drawing from the experience of all fields of human endeavour, the arts, sciences, philosophy, religion and sport etc. | |
| Additional Info: Write or email for information on future events. | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: Events are held in different venues, where possible with full disabled access | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 81 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Mental Health Media | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: 356 Holloway Road London N7 6PA | Phone: 0207 700 8171 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 686 0959 Email: info@mhmedia.com Website: http://www.mhmedia.com |
| Description: Produces and distributes videos and multimedia resources which educate and inform about mental health issues. Also provide media skills training and media engagement support services to users and professionals. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Organise annual mental health media awards | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Holloway Road | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Anybody interested in raising mental health awareness | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 483 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Metropolitan Housing Trust | |
| Category: Accommodation (Mental Health/Special Needs) | |
| Address: MHT House, Crescent Lane Clapham London SW4 9RS | Phone: 0207 501 2300 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 501 2369 Email: fiona.clarke@mht.co.uk Website: http://www.stepforward.org.uk |
| Description: Supported housing for single people with mental health problems or other special needs. Houses in Southwark and other neighbouring boroughs. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Clapham Common | |
| Referral: Professional referrals only | |
| Criteria: Aged 16 plus and in need of special support. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 166 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Mind - Head Office | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: Granta House, 15/19 Broadway Stratford London E15 4BQ | Phone: Office: 0208 519 2122 Other Numbers: InfoLine: 0845 766 0163 Fax: 0208 522 1725 Email: contact@mind.org.uk Website: http://www.mind.org.uk |
| Description: Head office of MIND, the National Association for Mental Health. Run information line providing advice on all mental health matters, network of local support groups in England and Wales, extensive publications list, legal advice service, campaign on mental health issues etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Mind InfoLine is a confidential service run by specially trained staff providing information, advice and support, access to a database of services and contacts, info on drug treatments, alternative therapies, advocacy etc. | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for Mind Legal Advice Line in Mental Health Legal Services | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:15am-5:15pm InfoLine: Mon-Fri 9:15am-5:15pm Legal Advice Line: Mon, Wed, Fri 2-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Stratford | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: England and Wales | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 25 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Mind - Legal Advice Line | |
| Category: Mental Health Legal Services | |
| Address: Granta House, 15/19 Broadway Stratford London E15 4BQ | Phone: 0208 519 2122 x299 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 522 1725 Email: Website: |
| Description: Specialist legal advice line for mental health users, carers, advocates and other professionals. Run by trained staff with support from qualified solicitors. Limited service, open Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons only. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for MIND Head Office in Advice | |
| Opening Hours: Legal Advice Line: Mon, Wed, Fri 2-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Stratford | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 36 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Mind in Croydon | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 26 Pampisford Road Purley CR8 2NE | Phone: 0208 668 2210 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 763 2084 Email: admin@mindincroydon.org.uk Website: http://www.mindincroydon.org.uk |
| Description: Local Mind organisation providing a Social Club, Advocacy, Counselling and Advice service, Furniture service, Welfare Benefits advice and access to work schemes etc for mental health users. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Purley | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 26 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Miscarriage Association | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: c/o Clayton Hospital Northgate Wakefield WF1 3JS | Phone: 01924 200799 Other Numbers: Fax: 01924 298834 Email: Website: http://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk |
| Description: National network which provides information and support on the subject of pregnancy loss. Phone for details of local groups/contact numbers etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Telephone helpline Mon-Fri 9am-4pm 01924 200799 | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 144 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| MM Disability Consultants | |
| Category: Professional Orgs | |
| Address: St Oswalds Parish Hall St Oswalds Road London SW16 3SB | Phone: 0208 674 8822 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07889 971713 Fax: 0208 674 2002 Email: mandy@mmdc.fsbusiness.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Disability awareness and equal opportunities training for voluntary and statutory organisations. Consult on all forms of disability - physical, learning, sensory, mental health etc. Also awareness training for carers, careers advice, pre-work support groups etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Braille workshops, computer workshops for the visually impaired, can teach in own home by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: External supervision, mentoring, volunteering and committee skills etc. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Clients visits only | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Enquiries welcome from recognised voluntary and statutory organisations. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 475 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Morden Hill Surgery | |
| Category: Doctors Surgery | |
| Address: 21-23 Morden Hill Lewisham London SE13 7NN | Phone: 0208 469 2868 Other Numbers: Out-of-Hours: 0845 602 4464 Email: Website: |
| Description: 3 male and 2 female doctors plus 1 female PMS doctor plus 3 practice nurses at this busy surgery. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Counselling Tuesdays, Ante-Natal clinics Tues, Weds and Fridays, Baby Clinic Thursday afternoons, Osteopathy, Chiropody, Diabetes and Dietetics clinics all by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: Good links with Lewisham, Guys and the Queen Elizabeth hospitals | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6:30pm except Weds 8am-12:30pm and 2:30pm-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR and DLR: Lewisham / Buses: 180 and 199 stop at door | |
| Referral: This practice refers M/H users to the Southbrook Road CMHT | |
| Criteria: Must live in SE13, some parts of SE4, SE8, SE10 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 222 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Morley College | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 61 Westminster Bridge Rd London SE1 7HT | Phone: 0207 928 8501 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 928 4074 Email: enquiries@morleycollege.ac.uk Website: http://www.morleycollege.ac.uk |
| Description: This college has many courses across the board but is best known for it's humanities and arts courses including dance and music. Exercise classes can also be accessed as can general health education classes. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Annual summer school for 3 weeks in July | |
| Additional Info: Students who have a disability who may need additional support should contact the Learning Support Office on 0207 450 1846 | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7:45pm, Saturdays 9:30am-12:30pm, during holiday periods Mon-Fri 10am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Elephant & Castle or Waterloo / Tube: Lambeth North / Buses: 12, 53, 171 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 318 Last Updated: 2005 | |