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| 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 | |
| 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. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| 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 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 | |
| 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 - 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Travel: | |
| 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 | |
| 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 - 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 | |
| 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. | |
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| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
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| 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. | |
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| 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. | |
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| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
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| 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. | |
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| 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 | |
| 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. | |
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| 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 | |
| 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. | |
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| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 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 | |
| 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 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Multi-Lingual Community Rights Shop | |
| Category: Language and Refugee Services | |
| Address: 213 Camberwell Road London SE5 0HG | Phone: 0207 703 4442 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 703 8393 Email: mlcrs@onetel.net.uk Website: http://www.mlcrs.co.uk |
| Description: Free and independent information and advice services for people from ethnic minority communities, refugees and asylum seekers, and people whose first language is not English. Advice on housing, benefits advice, consumer rights, employment rights, immigration and asylum procedures and community care. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Aylesbury Estate residents drop-in at Thurlow Lodge, Mon-Weds and Fridays 10am-12noon | |
| Additional Info: Languages include French, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, Kurdish, Albanian and Yoruba. Other languages and provision of interpreters and translators by arrangement. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri Drop-in sessions 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm,Telephone advice Mon-Thurs 2pm-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Tube: Elephant and Castle or the Oval and bus / Buses: 12, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Southwark, Lambeth or Lewisham and SouthEast boroughs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 130 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Muslim Womens Helpline | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: 11 Main Drive, East Lane Business Park Wembley London HA9 7PX | Phone: Helpline: 0207 908 6715 / 0208 904 8193 Other Numbers: Email: mwhl@amrnet.demon.co.uk Website: http://www.mwhl.org |
| Description: Telephone helpline for Muslim women offering advice and support on a range of issues. One-to-one counselling by phone or in person where appropriate. Culturally sensitive service for Muslim/Islamic women. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Helpline: Anytime, leave number on answerphone if nobody immediately available | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Muslim women only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 145 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Bereavement Care | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 108 Brook Drive Kennington London SE11 4TQ | Phone: 0207 735 1344 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: info@southwarkbereavement.org.uk Website: http://www.southwarkbereavement.org.uk |
| Description: Provide one to one counselling for anybody facing loss due to bereavement. Meetings held in offices or alternative community location by arrangement. It may also be possible to see people in their own homes if they are elderly or housebound. By appointment only. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Currently no disabled access to offices | |
| Opening Hours: Enquiries Mon-Thurs 10am-5pm. Counselling by appointment only. Answerphone service out of office hours. | |
| Travel: BR Elephant and Castle, Waterloo / Tube: Elephant, Lambeth North / Buses: 3, 159 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Aged 18 plus and living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 268 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Carers | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: Cambridge House 131 Camberwell Rd London SE5 0HF | Phone: 0207 708 4497 Other Numbers: Email: info@southwarkcarers.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Carers centre offering information, advice, support, counselling, and help with forward planning for people caring for other people with a range of problems, including learning disabilities, mental health issues etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Carers Drop-In every Tuesday 10am-1:30pm, also Internet access for carers. Monthly carers support group. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Local organisation, free membership | |
| Opening Hours: Office: 9:30am-5:30pm Advice line: Mon-Fri 12:30-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR or Tube to Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted. Phone for appointment. | |
| Criteria: For residents of Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 437 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Children and Family Service | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: Lister Primary Care Centre 101 Peckham Road London London SE15 5LJ | Phone: 0207 701 7371 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 8697 Email: Website: http://www.slam.nhs.uk |
| Description: Provide services to children where any sort of disruption has affected their psychological, behavioural or emotional well-being. Multidisciplinary team providing individual and family assessments, family therapy, parenting advice, outreach work, and services for families in crisis. Also specialist child sexual abuse treatment services. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Language services available by arrangement | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36 | |
| Referral: Usually via professional agencies | |
| Criteria: Children under 12 years old living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 343 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Community Care Forum (SCCF) | |
| Category: Professional Orgs | |
| Address: 32-36 Rye Lane Peckham London SE15 5BS | Phone: 0207 639 9781 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 639 2493 Email: info@sccforum.org Website: |
| Description: Provide support to local voluntary agencies working in health and social care, including training, fundraising, advice and capacity building. They also run bi-monthly meetings open to all voluntary groups in Southwark. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye, then 5 min walk | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: For local voluntary organisations based in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 478 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 | |
| NAPAC Information Line | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: 42 Curtain Road London EC2A 3NH | Phone: Info line: 0800 085 3330 Other Numbers: Admin: 0208 313 9460 Email: peter@napac.org.uk Website: http://www.napac.org.uk |
| Description: Free confidential info line offering information and support for adults who were emotionally, physically, sexually abused in childhood. At the time of writing the helpline is operating a limited service with flexible hours, if you get no answer write or try their website for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Write to the office for an info pack containing details of relevant local service | |
| Additional Info: See their website for a list of regionally organised support groups at http://www.napac.org.uk/support/help_groups/index.html | |
| Opening Hours: Flexible. Answerphone message if nobody available. | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 384 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Narcotics Anonymous | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: | Phone: Helpline: 10am-10pm 0207 730 0009 Other Numbers: UK Service Office: 0207 251 4007 Email: Website: http://www.ukna.org |
| Description: Fellowship of men and women who help each other to stay off drugs. Phone for details of meetings in your local area. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: UK Service Office deals with enquiries from outside organisations and distributes publicity material. Phone during office hours. | |
| Opening Hours: 10am-10pm every day including weekends. Answerphone if nobody immediately available | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 257 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| National Autistic Society | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: 393 City Rd London EC1V 1NG | Phone: Helpline: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm 0870 600 8585 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 833 2299 Fax: 0207 833 9666 Email: nas@nas.org.uk Website: http://www.nas.org.uk |
| Description: Well established organisation running a wide range of services for people with autism. Info, advice and support, assessment and diagnostic services, education and training, residential centres, respite care, research database, publications list etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Visitors to research library by appointment only. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Old Street or The Angel | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 484 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| National Centre for Independent Living | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: 250 Kennington Lane London SE11 5RD | Phone: 0207 587 1663 Other Numbers: Minicom: 0207 587 1177 Fax: 0207 582 2469 Email: ncil@ncil.org.uk Website: |
| Description: This project provides information and advice on direct payments for personal assistance, and offers a coordinated approach to developing new personal assistance support schemes as well as best practice schemes to promote independence. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Consultancy training available to professionals and other organisations, various publications, phone for further details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 484 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| National Debtline | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: The Arch, 48/52 Floodgate Street Birmingham B5 5SL | Phone: Freephone 0808 808 4000 Other Numbers: Admin: 0121 703 6913 ext 3 or 4 Email: Email from website Website: http://www.nationaldebtline.co.uk |
| Description: National telephone helpline for people with debt problems. Information and advice, can send free info pack. Confidential, independent service. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Helpline number has TypeTalk facility | |
| Opening Hours: Mon -Fri 9am-9pm, Sat 9:30am-1pm, 24-hour Voicemail service | |
| Travel: | |
| 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 | |
| National Institute of Medical Herbalists | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: Elm House 54 Mary Arches street Exeter EX4 6AH | Phone: 01392 426022 Other Numbers: Fax: 01392 498693 Email: nimh@ukexeter.freeserve.co.uk Website: http://www.nimh.org.uk |
| Description: Professional organisation of practitioners of herbal medicine (phytotherapy). Can supply a register of practitioners on receipt of an A5 SAE, stamped to 150 grams. Can also provide details of training courses etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: For practitioners only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 294 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| National Phobics Society | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: Community Resource Centre, 339 Stretford Road Hulme Manchester M15 4ZY | Phone: 0870 7700 456 Other Numbers: Admin: 0161 227 9898 Fax: 0161 227 9862 Email: nationalphobic@btconnect.com Website: http://www.phobics-society.org.uk |
| Description: National network of self-help groups for people affected by anxiety disorders. Access to a range of services including helpline, local groups, book list, contact lists, counselling, clinical hypnotherapy, reflexology, relaxation techniques, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: Members newsletter, local groups covering a wide range of anxiety disorders and tranquilliser issues. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: For free info booklet phone or write enclosing SEA. Membership forms can be printed directly from website. Interesting recommended book list. | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm 0870 7700 456 | |
| Travel: Head office is half a mile from Manchester city centre | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 90 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| NHS Direct | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: | Phone: Helpline: 0845 4647 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk |
| Description: 24 hour health information and advice line staffed by experienced nursing and health professionals. Advice on all health issues, can give info on local services. Telephone interpreting services available on main helpline phone number. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: NHS Direct became a Special Health Authority in April 2004. It currently consists of 22 call centres covering the whole of England. | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 396 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Nigel Clare Network Trust | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: St Olaf's Church Hart Street London EC3R 7NB | Phone: Message service: 0208 769 0941 Other Numbers: Email: postmaster@nigelclare.org Website: http://www.nigelclare.org |
| Description: A confidential service offering advice and support for families with a child whose life is limited by length, quality or both. All services are geared to helping the family make a living while providing for the child's needs. Appointments only, phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Fenchurch St, London Bridge / Tube: Tower Hill, Monument | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 342 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| No Panic | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: 93 Brands Farm Way Randlay Telford TF3 2JQ | Phone: Helpline: 10am-10pm 0808 808 0545 Other Numbers: Admin: 01952 590005 Fax: 01952 270962 Email: ceo@nopanic.org.uk Website: http://www.nopanic.org.uk |
| Description: Service for people with anxiety disorders, phobias, panic attacks, OCD and tranquilliser withdrawal. Confidential helpline staffed by trained volunteers on 0808 808 0545 manned from 10am-10pm then crisis line overnight | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Helpline: 10am-10pm 0808 808 0545 | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For people suffering from anxiety/phobias, their carers and families | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 91 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| OCD Action | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: Aberdeen Centre Suite 107/109, 22/24 Highbury Grove London N5 2EA | Phone: Office: 0207 226 4545 Other Numbers: Helpline: 0207 226 4000 Email: info@ocdaction.org.uk Website: http://www.ocdaction.org.uk |
| Description: Help and advice for people suffering from obsessive compulsive disorders and related conditions. There is a helpline, literature can be sent to you, quarterly newsletter, annual conference etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various fundraising events throughout the year. | |
| Additional Info: Membership organisation, costs £15 per year | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Tues, Wed 9:30am-5pm and Thurs 11am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Highbury and Islington | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For anyone suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder and related conditions | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 91 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Off the Record | |
| Category: Youth Services | |
| Address: 72 Queens Road Croydon CR0 2PR | Phone: 0208 251 0251 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 251 0261 Email: info@offtherecordcroydon.org Website: http://www.offtherecordcroydon.org |
| Description: Youth organisation running three projects for young people aged under 25: 1) Counselling service for 14-25 year olds on 0208 251 0251 2) Young Carers project offering support for young carers. Tel: 0208 649 9339 3) DNA project offering information, advice and educational programmes to 14-25 year olds on issues related to substance misuse. Tel: 0208 296 9655. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am-6:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Thornton Heath, East or West Croydon | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: For people aged under 25 who are living, studying or working in Croydon | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 351 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| One in Four - Catford | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: 219 Bromley Road Bellingham London SE6 2PG | Phone: 0208 697 2112 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 967 6843 Email: admin@oneinfour.org.uk Website: http://www.oneinfour.org.uk |
| Description: Support and counselling services for adult survivors of sexual abuse. Telephone helpline, 1 to 1 counselling, advocacy services, group therapy, Women Only therapy group etc. Training courses for professionals. This project run by and for people who have experienced sexual abuse. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Healing Drop-In offering Complementary Therapies Wednesdays 3-7pm. Phone to check availability. | |
| Additional Info: No disabled access to offices, disabled people can be seen at alternative location by arrangement | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-1:30pm and 2-5pm, Helpline: Thurs 5pm-9pm and Sat 12noon-4pm | |
| Travel: BR: Bellingham / Buses: 54, 136, 199, 208 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Anybody who has experienced sexual abuse | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 385 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| OSCAR (Organisation for Sickle Cell Anaemia Research) | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: | Phone: 0207 735 4166 Other Numbers: Email: oscarpeggy2@btinternet.com Website: http://www.oscartrust.cwc.net |
| Description: Voluntary organisation promoting Sickle Cell awareness. Information and advice, access to counselling services, provide support to affected individuals and their families. Can visit people in hospital or at home. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, answerphone at other times | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 396 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Overeaters Anonymous | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: PO Box 19 Stretford Manchester M32 9EB | Phone: Helpline: 07000 784 985 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.oagb.org.uk |
| Description: Fellowship of men and women recovering from compulsive overeating. The recovery is helped by attending local meetings and completing a 12 Step program similar to that of Alcoholics Anonymous. Phone for details of local groups. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Support for all forms of eating disorders such as obesity, overeating, anorexia and bulimia, excessive exercising, dieting and other obsessions with food and/or the body. | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hour answerphone service | |
| Travel: Meetings held at different locations. See meeting lists for details. | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: The only requirement is a desire to stop eating compulsively | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 92 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| PACE (Project for Advocacy, Counselling and Education) | |
| Category: Gay | |
| Address: 34 Hartham Rd London N7 9JL | Phone: 0207 700 1323 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 609 4909 Email: pace@dircon.co.uk Website: http://www.pacehealth.org.uk |
| Description: Lesbian and gay organisation offering advice and support, counselling, advocacy, group therapy, youthwork, access to education and employment training etc. Also HIV prevention services to the gay community, training on HIV and gay issues to professionals. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-1pm and 2-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Caledonian Road then short walk / Buses: 17, 29, 91, 253, 259 | |
| Referral: Self referrals only | |
| Criteria: Lesbian and gay people living in London. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 373 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Papyrus | |
| Category: Professional Orgs | |
| Address: Rossendale GH Union Rd Rawtenstall BB4 6NE | Phone: 01706 214449 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: info3@papyrus-uk.org Website: http://www.papyrus-uk.org |
| Description: Voluntary organisation committed to the prevention of young suicide and the promotion of mental health. Works with a variety of statutory and education agencies to produce material and develop services for the prevention of suicide amongst young people. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Can send information and contact list to people who are concerned about a young person's mental health. | |
| Additional Info: Registered charity, can refer to other related services. | |
| Opening Hours: Weekday mornings | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 476 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Parentline Plus | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: Cornerstone House 14 Willis Road Croydon CR0 2XX | Phone: 24 hour Helpline: 0808 800 2222 Other Numbers: Admin: 0208 689 2252 Textphone: 0800 783 6783 Email: parentsupport@parentlineplus.org.uk Website: http://www.parentlineplus.org.uk |
| Description: A free confidential helpline for parents. Access to support groups, workshops and parenting courses etc. Phone or see their website for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: A free textphone helpline is available on 0800 783 6783. | |
| Additional Info: Volunteers for Helpline and office duties always welcome. | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: 24 hours, Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: East or West Croydon | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Open to all parents | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 342 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Pecan Ltd - Basic Skills courses | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 72 Rye Lane Peckham London SE15 5DQ | Phone: 0207 639 2699 Other Numbers: Email: welcome@pecan.org.uk Website: http://www.pecan.org.uk |
| Description: Basic Skills courses run at this location are: 1) English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL) 2) Adult Literacy. All courses available either full or part time. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Basic Skills resource room available for students on the course, times vary, usually afternoons. | |
| Additional Info: Sometimes there is a waiting list to get on courses. Postal address: 121A Peckham High St, London SE15 5SE | |
| Opening Hours: Open 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 63, 67, 171, 343, 345, 436 | |
| Referral: Self or via JobCentre Plus | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 319 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Pecan Ltd - Brandon Project | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 71-73 County Street Elephant and Castle London SE1 4AD | Phone: 0207 940 8245 Other Numbers: 0207 940 8250 Email: welcome@pecan.org.uk Website: http://www.pecan.org.uk |
| Description: The Brandon Project is an Employment Preparation course for mental health users who are interested in getting back to work. The course is free and runs over 5 weeks from Mon-Fri from 10am-12 noon. Once a client has attended the course for ten days they can access computers and phones in the resource room in the afternoons to assist with their job search. The resource room and the assistance of the Brandon advisors are available to the client for up to 2 years after completing the course. The courses have about 10 students and training includes CV and letter writing, application forms, skills analysis and interview technique etc. The Brandon EPC runs every six weeks. Opportunities to move on to other Pecan courses on completion. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Resource room available in afternoons for students who have completed 10 days of the course. Post-course support for up to 2 years. | |
| Additional Info: Sometimes there is a waiting list to get on courses. Postal address: 121A Peckham High St, London SE15 5SE | |
| Opening Hours: Open 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: 1, 12, 35, 45, 53, 63, 68, 133, 148, 168, 171, 172, 188, | |
| Referral: For Brandon EPC referrals from CMHT's, CPN's, Social Workers, other M/H professionals etc | |
| Criteria: Good concentration, ability to work in groups, good time-keeping, courtesy to others, no violence when people become upset/angry | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 320 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Pecan Ltd - Employment Preparation Course | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 71-73 County Street Elephant and Castle London SE1 4AD | Phone: 0207 940 8245 Other Numbers: 0207 940 8250 Email: welcome@pecan.org.uk Website: http://www.pecan.org.uk |
| Description: The Employment Preparation course is a 20 day course for unemployed people covering job search and motivational skills. One to one guidance available for clients who need extra support. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Resource room available for people on the course. | |
| Additional Info: Sometimes there is a waiting list to get on courses. Postal address: 121A Peckham High St, London SE15 5SE | |
| Opening Hours: Open 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: 1, 12, 35, 45, 53, 63, 68, 133, 148, 168, 171, 172, 188, 333, 468, C10 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 321 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Pecan Ltd - Gateway Access Programme | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 71-73 County Street Elephant and Castle London SE1 4AD | Phone: 0207 940 8245 Other Numbers: 0207 940 8250 Email: welcome@pecan.org.uk Website: http://www.pecan.org.uk |
| Description: The Gateway Access Programme is a one week assessment course for 18-24 year olds on their first week of the New Deal. Phone for details.. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Sometimes there is a waiting list to get on courses. Postal address: 121A Peckham High St, London SE15 5SE | |
| Opening Hours: Open 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: 1, 12, 35, 45, 53, 63, 68, 133, 148, 168, 171, 172, 188, | |
| Referral: via JobCentre Plus advisors only | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 322 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Pecan Ltd - IT Skills courses | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 1-3 Atwell Road Peckham London SE15 4TW | Phone: 0207 740 9200 Other Numbers: Email: welcome@pecan.org.uk Website: http://www.pecan.org.uk |
| Description: Various IT Skills courses available, including: 1) LOCN - for people needing elementary IT training 2) New CLAIT - for people needing basic IT training 3) CLAIT Plus - for people wanting advanced IT training. Also courses for deaf people, aged 50 plus and Refugees and Asylum seekers. All courses available either full or part time. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Drop-in centre available for students on the course, times dependant on course times, usually afternoons. | |
| Additional Info: Sometimes there is a waiting list to get on courses. Postal address: 121A Peckham High St, London SE15 5SE | |
| Opening Hours: Open 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 63, 67, 171, 343, 345, 436 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 323 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Pecan Ltd - VSO/ETF courses | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 72 Rye Lane Peckham London SE15 5DQ | Phone: 0207 639 2699 Other Numbers: Email: welcome@pecan.org.uk Website: http://www.pecan.org.uk |
| Description: Courses run by this project are: 1) Voluntary Sector Option and 2) Environmental Task Force. These courses provide 13 week work experience placements in business, charities and environmental organisations. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Sometimes there is a waiting list to get on courses. Postal address: 121A Peckham High St, London SE15 5SE | |
| Opening Hours: Open 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 63, 67, 171, 343, 345, 436 | |
| Referral: via JobCentre Plus only | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 324 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Peckham Befrienders | |
| Category: Black Projects | |
| Address: c/o 1st floor Admin block Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: 0207 919 3218 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 919 3978 Email: angela.palmer@slam.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: Befriending service for black African and Afro-Caribbean mental health users. Encourage empowerment towards independent living and promote social skills to reduce loneliness and isolation. Home visits by arrangement. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Social Club, outings, cinema visits, gym and sauna sessions and ward visits all available for existing members via internal referral procedure. | |
| Additional Info: Volunteer workers welcome, referral conditions apply | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, answerphone if nobody immediately available. Activities as various times, phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 40, 68, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: via Community or Ward mental health teams | |
| Criteria: Black African and Afro-Caribbean mental health users living in Southwark and East Lambeth | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 109 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Peckham Pulse Healthy Living Centre | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: 10 Melon Road Peckham London SE15 5QN | Phone: 0207 525 4999 Other Numbers: Email: john.ollman@fusion-lifestyle.com Website: http://www.fusion-lifestyle.com |
| Description: A range of health and leisure facilities including a full length swimming pool, a hydrotherapy pool for groups with special needs, a community gym, activities for ethnic minorities and people with disabilities, exercise classes, alternative treatments, also cafe and creche. | |
| Special Interest Activities: There is always a rolling programme of community activities such as a Sickle Cell support group, a Play Club for autistic children, a Health Clinic which offers Physiotherapy sessions, sexual health advice etc. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: The main aim of this leisure centre is to attract hard to reach communities not normally traditional members of leisure centres. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 7am-10pm, Sat/Sun: 7am-8pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 63, 171, 312, 322, 343, P11, P13 | |
| Referral: Open access. Referrals accepted from GP's/hospitals for exercise prescriptions | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 308 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Penrose Housing Association - Effra Road | |
| Category: Accommodation (Mental Health/Ex-offenders/Men Only) | |
| Address: Unit 7, Eurolink Business Centre 49 Effra Road London SW2 1BZ | Phone: 0207 326 1013 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 924 0308 Email: focus.penrose@freeuk.com Website: http://www.penroseha.org.uk |
| Description: Supported accommodation for mentally disordered offenders in High Support 24-hour provision and Low Support/Outreach units. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Education, training and employment programmes in-house and with local colleges. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Usual office hours | |
| Travel: Tube: Brixton / Buses: 2, 3, 35, 45, 59, 109, 133, 159 | |
| Referral: Professional referrals only mainly from the Forensic Mental Health Team at the Lambeth hospital | |
| Criteria: Male mentally disordered offenders from Lambeth and Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 167 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Pheonix House - Head Office | |
| Category: Accommodation | |
| Address: 3rd floor, ASRA House Long Lane London SE1 4PG | Phone: 0207 234 9740 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 234 9770 Email: info@pheonixhouse.org.uk Website: http://www.pheonixhouse.org.uk |
| Description: Head office of organisation providing counselling and residential rehabilitation services for people with a drug or alcohol problem. Two of their accommodation centres cater for families. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Tube: Borough | |
| Referral: Phone for details of referral criteria for specific projects | |
| Criteria: Aged 18 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 168 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| POPAN (Prevention of Professional Abuse Network) | |
| Category: Complaints | |
| Address: 52/53 Russell Square London WC1B 4HP | Phone: Helpline: 0845 4500300 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 631 5253 Fax: 0207 631 1122 Email: info@popan.org.uk Website: http://www.popan.org.uk |
| Description: Provide help to people who have been abused by health or social care professionals, or people who are concerned about possible abuse such as friends, family or colleagues. Information, advice, support and advocacy services. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Quarterly newsletter, training for service users and professionals | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Advice line: Mon 1:30pm-4pm and 4:30-7pm, Tues and Wed 10am-12:30pm and 1:30-4pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Russell Square | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Nationwide service for adults aged 18-65 | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 461 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Portugal Prints | |
| Category: Work Schemes | |
| Address: The Parish House Portugal Street London WC2A 2HB | Phone: 0207 404 4267 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 831 4744 Email: pp@westminstermind.org.uk Website: http://www.westminstermind.org.uk |
| Description: Supported work scheme providing individual work programmes for people with severe mental health problems. Programmes are for 3 years and include keyworking, updating skillsets and vocational assessments etc. All users must attend 2 sessions per week 10am-4pm. Also do rehabilitation and resettlement work. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Printing, Arts, Graphic Design, Computer workshops etc | |
| Additional Info: After first contact will be invited for initial visit, then 3 week trial period before confirming placement. | |
| Opening Hours: Staff on site 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Holborn / Buses: Any bus to Aldwych or Holborn stations | |
| Referral: Telephone referrals system. Self-referrals accepted, but funding must be routed through a mental health professional. | |
| Criteria: Westminster, Southwark, Camden, Tower Hamlets | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 331 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Positive Partners/Positive Children | |
| Category: HIV | |
| Address: Unit 67 Eurolink Business Centre 49 Effra Road London SW2 1BZ | Phone: 0207 738 7333 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 501 9382 Email: Website: http://www.ppclondon.org |
| Description: Support services for children and families affected by HIV/AIDS. Services include: Family Support, Childrens Activity Groups etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various Childrens Activity Groups for different ages on weekday evenings and Saturdays. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Loughborough Junction / Tube: Brixton / Buses: 35, 45, 345, P4 | |
| Referral: via Lambeth, Southwark or Lewisham Social Services only | |
| Criteria: Residents of Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 401 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Positively Women | |
| Category: HIV | |
| Address: 347/349 City Road London EC1V 1LR | Phone: Helpline: 0207 713 0222 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 713 0444 Fax: 0207 713 1020 Email: info@positivelywomen.org.uk Website: http://www.positivelywomen.org.uk |
| Description: National charity for women and families affected by HIV. Information, advice, peer support, advocacy, outreach work in hospitals, clinics and prisons etc. Services for children affected by HIV. Complementary Therapies, training and volunteering opportunities. All direct services delivered by HIV positive women. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Drug and Alcohol Support Group first and last Friday of each month, Immigration Advice Tuesday afternoons, Complementary Therapy sessions by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: Support groups held at Islington base and also at other locations in London. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Angel / Buses: 4, 19, 30, 43, 56, 73, 214. | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Women living with HIV | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 402 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Queens Road Day Centre | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: 133/137 Queens Road London SE15 2ND | Phone: 0207 252 8276 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 639 3209 Email: patrick.moore@southwark.gov.uk Website: |
| Description: Day service for adults with learning disabilities. Daily meals, help accessing local services including education and training opportunities and health services etc. Some outreach work, can refer on to housing and benefits advisors etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various daytime activities including Arts, Music, Aromatherapy etc. | |
| Additional Info: Funded by Southwark Social Services | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: via Social Services or the Southwark Disabilities Service at 151 Walworth Road on 0207 525 2149 | |
| Criteria: Southwark adults with learning disabilities | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 426 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rachel Arnold | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: c/o Zen Aura, 24 London Road Morden London SM4 | Phone: Mobile: 07747 138932 Other Numbers: Email: waterprophet@yahoo.com Website: |
| Description: Reflexology for mental health groups, homeless families, older people, teenagers, and media people. Reflexology offers emotional release and relief from many forms of physical discomfort. Professional qualifications/associations: Diploma in Reflexology, Anatomy & Physiology, IPTI insured. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Has done work for SureStart and has experience with various specialist client groups. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: at centre 30-60 mins £25-£45, private sessions negotiable by arrangement. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone weekdays 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 287 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Ramblers Association | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: 2nd floor, Camelford House 89 Albert Embankment London SE1 7TW | Phone: 0207 339 8500 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 339 8501 Email: ramblers@london.ramblers.org.uk Website: http://www.ramblers.org.uk |
| Description: National organisation that exists to promote the right to roam freely in the countryside. Encourage walking, protect the right of way, campaign for right to roam in open countryside. Members get yearbook, quarterly magazine etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Vauxhall / Buses: Any bus to Vauxhall Cross | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 309 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: PO Box 383 Croydon CR9 2AW | Phone: Helpline: 08451 221331 Other Numbers: Admin: 0208 683 3311 Email: rasasc@hotmail.com Website: http://www.rasasc.org.uk |
| Description: Helpline support for female survivors of rape or childhood sexual abuse. Face to face counselling services by appointment, advocacy services including accompanying clients to appointments with doctors, police, and court appearances etc. Can refer to other organisations as required. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon-Fri 12noon-2:30pm and 7pm-9:30pm, Weekends and bank holidays 2:30-5pm, open 365 days a year | |
| Travel: BR: East or West Croydon, Thornton Heath, Selhurst / Buses: 50, 75, 157, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or Professional in H/L and F/F services. F/F requires detailed assessment prior to allocation of a counsellor. | |
| Criteria: Face to face counselling services available for women aged over 14 in Croydon, Sutton, Mitcham, Bromley, Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham (inside Southern part of M25) | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 386 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Refuge - Head Office | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: | Phone: 24 hour National Domestic Violence Helpline: Freephone: 0808 2000 247 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 395 7700 Fax: 0207 395 7721 Email: info@refuge.org.uk Website: http://www.refuge.org.uk |
| Description: Head Office of well established 24 hour Londonwide domestic violence helpline and Community Outreach project providing safe houses, including specialist provision for African and African/Caribbean women and children. Also specialist children's services. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Specialist women's and children's psychology and support services. Community Outreach project for women from the Vietnamese, Asian, Somali and Turkish communities. | |
| Additional Info: The helpline has access to 150 languages and typetalk and minicom facilities | |
| Opening Hours: 24-hour Freephone National Domestic Violence Helpline run in partnership with Women's Aid: 0808 2000 247 | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Refuge accommodation available via referral from the Helpline | |
| Criteria: Women and children experiencing domestic violence | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 378 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Refugee Support Centre | |
| Category: Language and Refugee Services | |
| Address: 47 South Lambeth Rd London SW8 1RH | Phone: 0207 820 3606 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: rsctherapy47@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: Provides free counselling and psychotherapy for refugees and asylum seekers in that person's own language, whenever possible. Various art therapy groups etc. Also activities for refugees ages 50 plus in Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham. Appointments only, phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Services available in various languages, including French, Spanish, Portugese, Russian, Serbo-Croat, Arabic, Farsi, Amharic, Tinigran, Somali, Turkish, Albanian, Swedish and others | |
| Additional Info: Training in refugee and asylum issues for community organisations. At the time of writing there is no wheelchair access to this project. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Vauxhall or Stockwell / Buses: 2, 36, 44, 77, 77a, 88, 156, 185, 322, 344, 436 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Londonwide service, assists all refugees whatever nationality, race or religion. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 131 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Relationship Counselling for London (Formerly London Marriage Guidance) | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 76A New Cavendish St London W1G 9TE | Phone: Freephone: 0800 652 2342 or 0207 580 1087 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 637 4546 Email: info@counselling4london.com Website: http://www.counselling4london.com |
| Description: Head office of registered charity that provides counselling for individuals and couples with relationship problems. Separation and divorce issues, anger management, sexual relations, family issues, post-natal depression etc. Phone for details of local counselling services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Disabled access at their Swiss Cottage centre | |
| Additional Info: Formerly London Marriage Guidance Trust, now managed by the Tavistock Group | |
| Opening Hours: Phone line: 9am-9pm, sessions run 8:30am-8:30pm | |
| Travel: Tube and Bus: Oxford Circus | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Adults with relationship problems | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 268 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Relatives and Residents Association | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: 24 The Ivories 6-18 Northampton Street London N1 2HY | Phone: Helpline: 0207 359 8136 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 359 8148 Fax: 0207 226 6603 Email: info@relres.org Website: http://www.relres.org |
| Description: Info and support for relatives/friends/carers of elderly people either living in a home, in long term care or who are looking for a home as care is now essential. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30-5pm Helpline: Mon-Fri 10am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-5pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Elderly people living in a home, in long term care or those in need of care. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 364 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Release - Legal Emergency and Drug Service | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 388 Old St London EC1V 9LT | Phone: Helpline: 0845 450 0215 Other Numbers: Office: 0207 729 9904 Fax: 0207 729 2599 Email: ask@release.org.uk Website: http://www.release.org.uk |
| Description: National Drug and Legal Helpline for anybody using illegal or prescribed drugs and friends and families of drug users. Legal advice, Criminal law, specialist advice on drugs law, advice on criminal proceedings etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Heroin Helpline: 0207 749 4053 | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon-Fri 10am-5:30pm. Telephone advice service only. Office not open to the public. | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 27 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Remploy Interwork Head Office | |
| Category: Work Schemes | |
| Address: Britannia Road Banbury OX16 5DP | Phone: 0845 601 5878 Other Numbers: Email: interwork.osc@remploy.co.uk Website: http://www.remploy.co.uk |
| Description: Provides supported employment for people with mental health problems and learning disabilities. Phone for details of local projects. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Banbury, Oxfordshire | |
| Referral: via Disability Employment Advisor at Job Centres | |
| Criteria: Must be referred by Disability Employment Advisor | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 332 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Repaying the Kindness | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: The Old Courthouse 43 Renfrew Road London SE11 | Phone: 0207 820 9020 Other Numbers: Email: repayingthekindness@jamyang.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Run a Respite Breaks in a Day programme for carers of people with a mental health, physical or learning disability. Phone the office to get on the mailing list to receive their newsletter which advertises forthcoming events, which you must then book in advance. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self, Southwark Carers, Lambeth Carers, word of mouth, any other source | |
| Criteria: For carers living or caring for somebody living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 434 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Research Council for Complementary Medicine | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: 27A Devonshire Street London W1G 6PN | Phone: 0207 935 7499 Other Numbers: Email: info@rccm.org.uk Website: http://www.rccm.org.uk |
| Description: Conduct research into Complementary Medicine to encourage safe, effective practice and improve patient care. Extensive database and range of published material. 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: 295 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Respect Phoneline | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: PO Box 34434 London W6 0YS | Phone: 0845 122 8609 Other Numbers: Admin: 0208 563 8523 Fax: 0208 563 8580 Email: info@respect.uk.net Website: http://www.respect.uk.net |
| Description: The Respect phoneline is a new project offering information and advice to people who are violent or abusive to their partners. Domestic violence is most often perpetrated by men against women, but does also happen in same sex relationships and in a small number of cases from women to men. The Respect phoneline therefore specialises in providing services to male perpetrators, but is also available for female perpetrators and those in same sex relationships. | |
| Special Interest Activities: The phoneline aims to: 1) encourage and motivate people to get help and to stop their violence and abuse 2) sign-post them to perpetrator programmes in their local area where possible 3) calm down anyone who rings up angry or upset | |
| Additional Info: Funded by the Home Office | |
| Opening Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm, Tuesdays 2pm-5pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National phoneline | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 380 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Respond | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: 3rd floor, 24-32 Stephenson Way London NW1 2HD | Phone: Helpline: 0808 808 07020 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 383 0700 Email: admin@respond.org.uk Website: http://www.respond.org.uk |
| Description: Counselling and psychotherapy, individually and in groups, for people with learning difficulties who are either victims or perpetrators of sexual abuse and other trauma. Risk assessments, investigative services, children, parents and elders projects, training and consultation services. Helpline Mon-Fri 1:30pm - 5pm for children, adults and elders with learning difficulties and their carers on abuse, bereavement, bullying, relationships, sexuality issues etc. Also training and support services for people working with them. Phone or see their website for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Helpline Mon-Fri 1:30pm - 5pm | |
| Additional Info: Training and consultation services for professionals and organisations working with people who have a learning disability on sexuality and relationship issues etc | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon-Fri 1:30pm - 5pm Office: Mon, Tues, Thurs 1:30pm-5pm, Wed, Fri 1:30pm-4pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Euston | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For people with a learning disability and their carers | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 387 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Restore | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: 21-23 Woodville Road Thornton Heath CR7 8YT | Phone: 0208 239 6061 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 239 8206 Email: toprestore@aol.com Website: |
| Description: Provide support and culturally sensitive services to Black and Ethnic Minority people who care for somebody with a mental health problem or an elderly person with dementia.. 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 Black and Ethnic Minority carers living in and around the Croydon area | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 435 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rethink - Carers Support Project, Croydon | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: Courtyard House, 1D Church Road Croydon CR0 1SG | Phone: 0208 649 9339 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 686 3472 Email: croydoncarers@rethink.org Website: |
| Description: Information, advice, advocacy and support for carers of people with mental health problems, on a one-to-one basis by phone or in person by appointment. Also provide training on mental health issues to other organisations. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Carers support groups. Home or community visits by arrangement. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: West Croydon | |
| Referral: Open access. Self, friends, families, professionals etc | |
| Criteria: Mainly for carers living in Croydon | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 435 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rethink - Carers Support Project, Southwark | |
| Category: Carers | |
| Address: Cambridge House 131 Camberwell Rd London SE5 0HF | Phone: 0207 708 5598 Other Numbers: Rethink Advice Line: 0208 974 6814 Rethink switchboard: 0845 456 0455 Fax: 0207 703 0669 Email: mhcarers@rethink.org Website: http://www.rethink.org |
| Description: Information, advice, advocacy and support for carers of people with mental health problems, on a one-to-one basis by phone or in person by appointment. Also provide training on mental health issues to other organisations. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Carers support groups. Home or community visits by arrangement. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: The Rethink Carers Support Project is based at and works in close association with Southwark Carers | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR or Tube to Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access. Self, friends, families, professionals etc | |
| Criteria: Carer or person cared for must live in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 436 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rethink - Head Office (Formerly National Schizophrenia Fellowship) | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 30 Tabernacle St London EC2A 4DD | Phone: Advice Line: 0208 974 6814 Switchboard: 0845 456 0455 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 330 9100 Fax: 0207 330 9102 Email: info@rethink.org Website: http://www.rethink.org |
| Description: Head office of national campaigning charity which aims to help people affected by severe mental illness and their families recover a meaningful life. Run various services, network of user support groups and carer support groups etc. Phone them for details of your local group. Also see related entries for other Rethink projects. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: See other Rethink entries in Self Help and carers project in Carers section | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm Advice Line: Mon, Wed, Fri 10am-3pm, Tues, Thurs 10am-1pm: 0208 974 6814 | |
| Travel: This office does not encourage personal callers but can provide information over the phone or by email | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National service for people with mental health problems, their carers, friends and family | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 28 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rethink - National Advice Service | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 28 Castle St Kingston on Thames KT1 1SS | Phone: Advice Line: 0208 974 6814 Switchboard: 0845 456 0455 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 547 3862 Email: advice@rethink.org Website: http://www.rethink.org |
| Description: Information on all aspects of mental health treatment and care, access to available support services, welfare benefits advice, education and employment opportunities etc. Also advocacy and representation arranged for people with mental health problems. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Volunteers always needed for the Advice line - apply here. | |
| Additional Info: See other Rethink entries in Self Help and carers project in Carers section | |
| Opening Hours: Advice Line: Mon, Wed, Fri 10am-3pm, Tues, Thur 10am-1pm: 0208 974 6814 | |
| Travel: This office does not encourage personal callers but can provide information over the phone or by email | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National service for people with mental health problems, their carers, friends and family | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 29 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rethink - National Voices Forum | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: 28 Castle St Kingston on Thames KT1 1SS | Phone: Switchboard: 0845 456 0455 Other Numbers: Email: voicesforum@rethink.org Website: http://www.voicesforum.org.uk |
| Description: National network of people who have experienced severe mental illness or mental distress. Send reps to various committee meetings and conferences etc to give users a voice. Phone for details of local groups. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Quarterly national meetings held in Birmingham, quarterly newsletter, occasional conferences, poetry group etc | |
| Additional Info: This project is a member of the Mental Health Alliance. Most meetings have disabled access. See other Rethink entries in Advice and carers project in Carers section | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Tues, Weds and Thurs 10am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Kingston | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation running a number of local groups. Phone for details. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 93 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rethink - User and Carer Involvement Office, London | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: c/o 30 Tabernacle Street London EC1A 4DD | Phone: Switchboard: 0845 456 0455 Other Numbers: Email: info@rethink.org Website: http://www.rethink.org |
| Description: For information on Rethink support groups in the London area contact 0845 456 0455 or email info@rethink.org | |
| Special Interest Activities: Can provide details of local groups in London | |
| Additional Info: See other Rethink entries in Advice and carers project in Carers section | |
| Opening Hours: Support group times vary. Phone during office hours for details. | |
| Travel: This office does not encourage personal callers but can provide information over the phone or by email | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National service for people with mental health problems, their carers, friends and family | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 94 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Retreat Association | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: 256 Bermondsey Street London SE1 3UJ | Phone: 0207 357 7736 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 357 7724 Email: info@retreats.org.uk Website: http://www.retreats.org.uk |
| Description: Church organisation offering booklet with over 240 retreats around the country plus info leaflets on the different types of retreats available. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Partial disabled access - office is on second floor but no lift. Disabled people can be seen in room on ground floor by arrangement. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: London Bridge | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 309 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Rights of Women | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: 52 Featherstone Street London EC1Y 8RT | Phone: Advice line: 0207 251 6577 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 251 6575 or 6576 Fax: 0207 490 4377 Email: info@row.org.uk Website: http://www.rightsofwomen.org.uk |
| Description: Free legal advice line for women. All issues relating to family law such as separation, divorce, domestic violence, access/custody disputes etc. Also advise on employment & housing rights, debt management etc. No casework undertaken, telephone advice only | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs 2-4pm & 7-9pm, Fri 12-2pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Women only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 145 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rockingham Community Centre | |
| Category: Community Centre | |
| Address: Falmouth Road London SE1 6RQ | Phone: 0207 403 7475 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 407 7575 Email: caferock@dircon.co.uk Website: |
| Description: This popular open access community centre is home to many local groups including a Bengali women's group, a Somali support group, and the African and Caribbean Health Foundation. Computer room (can hire) which includes Internet access and computer training by arrangement. Staff can help with benefit/housing claims. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Pensioners Club, Kickstart Youth Club, Rockingham Fruit and Veg Club, Internet Cafe etc. Phone for details | |
| Additional Info: The centre can be hired for meetings weekday evenings and any time Saturdays. Computer suite for hire. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am-9pm most days | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Elephant & Castle then 5 min walk | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 300 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Rockingham Estate Play Association (REPA) | |
| Category: Youth Services | |
| Address: 10 Dickens Square Off Harper Road London SE1 4JL | Phone: 0207 403 8337 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 403 8539 Email: june.mccluskey@btconnect.com Website: |
| Description: REPA runs an adventure playground for 5-16 year olds with a range of activities for children including structured sports coaching, girls only project, holiday residencies in the country, volunteer programmes, environmental education etc. Phone for details | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Because of the way REPA is structured children can't be prevented from leaving the site which can be problematic with younger children | |
| Opening Hours: Term-time: Tues-Fri 4pm-7pm and Sat 11am-4pm School holidays: Mon-Fri 11am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant & Castle / Buses: Any bus to Elephant/New Kent Road | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: None | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 351 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Roots and Shoots | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: Walnut Tree Walk Kennington Road London SE11 | Phone: 0207 582 1800 Other Numbers: Email: admin@rootsandshoots.org.uk Website: http://www.rootsandshoots.org.uk |
| Description: One year youth training scheme for 16-19 year olds offering individually tailored supported educational programmes for a range of client groups. English and Maths, Science classes, vocational training, social skills workshops etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Beekeeping, Wildlife and Environmental workshops etc. Can provide help getting Educational Maintenance Grant. | |
| Additional Info: Conference rooms for hire | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat 10am-3pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Lambeth North / Buses: 3, 159 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 325 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Roxana Rizvi | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: c/o the Copleston Centre Copleston Road London SE15 4AN | Phone: Copleston Centre: 0207 732 3435 Private session enquiries: 0207 732 2054 Other Numbers: Email: rillybox@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: Indian Head Massage, Healing and a listening ear. Relief for both physical and emotional problems e.g. inability to sleep and/or relax or concentrate, problems with memory, pains in muscles and joints, stress related arthritis, headaches etc. Professional qualifications/associations: RSA in Humanistic Counselling, qualified member of the World Federation of Healing and The Tareth Centre, qualified from The London School of Champissage. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Target Groups: At the Copleston Centre mainly for people who have suffered some form of mental distress. The Copleston Centre also runs other activities, has a café, and has full disabled access. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: By voluntary donation at the Copleston Centre. Private session: £25-£30, concessions available by arrangement. | |
| Opening Hours: Times: Mon-Fri 9.30am-5pm | |
| Travel: Area Served: Southwark area, mostly around Peckham | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 288 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) | |
| Category: Disabilities | |
| Address: 19-23 Featherstone Street London EC1Y 8SL | Phone: Helpline: 0870 605 0123 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 296 8000 Email: Website: http://www.rnid.org.uk |
| Description: National helpline for deaf people. Information and advice, can provide contact details for other deaf organisations, can also arrange signers for official appointments and interviews etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 413 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Samaritans - Head Office | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: The Upper Mill Kingston Road Ewell KT17 2AF | Phone: 24 hour helpline: 0845 790 9090 Other Numbers: Admin: 0208 394 8300 Fax: 01753 819004 Email: admin@samaritans.org.uk Website: http://www.samaritans.org |
| Description: Registered charity offering confidential emotional support 24 hours a day to anybody going through a crisis and/or anybody feeling suicidal. National network of helplines available across the UK. Phone for details of local contact numbers or check website/phone book. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for Samaritans Southwark | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hours by telephone or email. Hours vary for personal visits - phone your local branch for details. | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Anybody needing emotional support. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 95 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Samaritans - Southwark | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: 362 New Cross Road London SE14 6AG | Phone: 0208 692 5228 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.samaritans.org |
| Description: Local branch of well established national organisation offering telephone helpline for people in personal crisis. Can also be seen in person by appointment. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: No disabled access at present. This project's disabled facilities are currently under review - phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Also see entry for Samaritans Head Office | |
| Opening Hours: Flexi-time. Phone first before visiting office. | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: New Cross / Buses: Any bus to New Cross Road | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: This office covers Southwark/Greenwich/Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 95 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Satya Dunning | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 07981 927335 Other Numbers: Email: dancingsatya@yahoo.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Offers Reiki treatments, which can help a number of ailments including anxiety and fatigue, back pain, arthritis and high blood pressure. Sessions last for 1 hour. Women only service, home visits by arrangement. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Target Groups: Anyone who experiences mental, emotional or physical distress. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: Negotiable rates, concessions available for people who are unemployed, students, or retired. | |
| Opening Hours: Weekday mornings and afternoons except Friday | |
| Travel: Area Served: South East | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 289 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Seasonal Affective Disorder Association (SADA) | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: PO Box 989 Steyning West Sussex BN44 3HG | Phone: 01903 814942 Other Numbers: Fax: 01903 879939 Email: Website: http://www.sada.org.uk |
| Description: SADA runs a network of local groups which supports and advises people suffering from SAD. Also has a lightbox hire scheme, raises money for research and informs the public and health professionals about SAD. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Newsletter available. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: SADA is a voluntary organisation that receives no funding so levies a minimal charge for info and membership. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone general office for details. | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 96 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| SETAA (Southwark Education and Training Advice for Adults) | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: The Learning Centre, Peckham Library 122 Peckham Hill St London SE15 5JR | Phone: 0207 525 0240 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 525 0241 Email: setaa_2000@yahoo.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Free information and advice on education, training and employment opportunities for adults in Southwark. Run some computer skills workshops themselves, for other subjects can refer to relevant organisations. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon, Wed 12-8pm, Tues 10am-8pm, Thurs, Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 37, 63, 136, 171, 177, 381, 343, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Southwark residents aged 19 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 326 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Seven Islands Leisure Centre - Fusion | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: 100 Lower Road Bermondsey London SE16 2TU | Phone: 0207 237 3296 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 237 0526 Email: Website: http://www.fusion-lifestyle.com |
| Description: This centre offers a wide range of exercise and aerobic programmes for all ages and abilities, and has a full range of fitness equipment. There is a large swimming pool and lessons are available for adults and children. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women only sessions including swimming throughout the week, children's gym, over 50's sessions etc. Memberships available. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-10pm, Sat/Sun 8am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Surrey Quays and Canada Water / Buses: 1, 47, 188, 199, 381 | |
| Referral: Open access. GP referrals accepted for exercise prescriptions | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 310 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Sexual Abuse Survivors Association | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: c/o Peckham Settlement Goldsmiths Rd London SE15 5TF | Phone: 0207 639 1823 Other Numbers: Email: info@sasa.org.uk Website: http://www.sasa.org.uk |
| Description: Dedicated to the prevention and recovery from childhood sexual abuse for both sexes. Info service, self-help groups and workshops for survivors and professionals, mentoring, awareness training, parenting support etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Wednesday drop-in sessions, Youth services etc | |
| Additional Info: Can see people in the community by arrangement | |
| Opening Hours: Flexi-time. Message service if nobody immediately available. | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: Any bus to Peckham Bus Garage | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 388 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Sexual Health Line | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: Freepost PO Box 4000 Glasgow G3 8XX | Phone: 0800 567123 Other Numbers: Admin: 0800 521361 Minicom: 0141 568 4000 Email: Website: http://www.playingsafely.co.uk |
| Description: Information and advice on all aspects of sexually transmitted infections and sexual health. Can provide local services with leaflets and signpost relevant organisations/resources. Phone by further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hour telephone advice line | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National info line | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 397 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Shaftesbury Resources Centre | |
| Category: Homekeeping | |
| Address: 93 Camberwell Station Rd London SE5 9JJ | Phone: 0207 737 7475 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 737 7022 Email: src@shaftesburysoc.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Furniture available for people in need and living on benefits or low income. Some children's and baby furniture also available. Proof of ID required for people on benefits/low income. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Tube: Oval then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 45, 185 | |
| Referral: Self or via other agencies. Phone to get your organisation on list of recognised referrers. | |
| Criteria: People living on benefits or low income and in need of furniture. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 195 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| SHARE Community | |
| Category: Education and Training | |
| Address: 64 Altenburg Gardens Wandsworth London SW11 1JL | Phone: 0207 924 2949 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 350 1625 Email: sharecommunity@talk21.com Website: http://www.sharecommunity.org.uk |
| Description: Training and education for people with a disability of any kind whether physical, mental health, learning difficulties, or any health-related barrier to employment. Training in Information Technology, Business Administration, Horticulture and Catering. Basic Skills and Life Skills workshops. Trainees can gain recognised qualification eg NVQ, CLAIT, LOCN etc. Free lunch, quarterly newsletter. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Yoga, Creative Writing, Healthy Living, Horticulture, Job Club, day trips etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Clapham Junction / Tube: Clapham Common / Buses: 45, 77A, 115 | |
| Referral: via Social Services, Health services, Employment services, JobCentres etc. Self-referrals accepted from unemployed people. | |
| Criteria: Any unemployed person living in London | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 327 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Shelter | |
| Category: Accommodation | |
| Address: 88 Old Street London EC1V 9HU | Phone: 24 hour Shelterline: 0808 800 4444 Other Numbers: Reception: 0207 505 2000 Admin: 0207 505 4699 Email: Website: http://www.shelter.org.uk |
| Description: Campaigning organisation for homeless people and people in substandard housing. National network of Housing Aid Centres, various local projects, 24 hour Freephone helpline offering info and advice. In some cases can refer on to emergency accommodation. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: No housing advice or drop-in sessions held at this office. Sessions held at a variety of locations, phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: 9am-5pm or 24 hour Shelterline: 0808 800 4444 | |
| Travel: Tube: Old Street | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Homeless or in substandard housing | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 169 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Shiatsu Society | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: Eastlands Court St Peters Road Rugby CV21 3QP | Phone: 0845 130 4560 Other Numbers: Fax: 01788 555052 Email: admin@shiatsu.org Website: http://www.shiatsu.org |
| Description: National umbrella organisation for all types and styles of Shiatsu. Maintains a Register of Qualified Practitioners who have passed the Society's assessment process. Provide information on Shiatsu and how to find a registered local practitioner, by post or online. Various training courses, publications etc. 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: 295 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Shift | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: c/o Disability Rights Commission 14 Grays Inn Road London WC1X 8HN | Phone: 0207 543 7088 Other Numbers: Email: info@shift.org.uk Website: http://www.shift.org.uk |
| Description: Shift is a new five-year initiative set up to tackle stigma and discrimination surrounding mental health issues. Their stated aim is to create a society where people who experience mental health problems enjoy the same rights as other people. They work on discrimination issues with young people, public services, private and voluntary organisations and the media.. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Can signpost to organisations that monitor media coverage of mental health issues, can advise on how to complain about discriminatory media coverage, web-based media alert service at http://kc.nimhe.org.uk | |
| Additional Info: Shift is run by the National Institute for Mental Health in England and based at the Disability Rights Commission in London. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: National organisation | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 485 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Sickle Watch | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: African Caribbean Centre 9 Clarendon Road London N13 6HY | Phone: 0208 888 2148 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: sickle-watch@cwcom.net Website: http://www.sicklewatch.org.uk |
| Description: Offer advice to service users and professionals on all aspects of Sickle Cell disorder. Monitor treatment programmes, access to counselling services, various support services for users and their families. Phone to make appointment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Monthly support group meetings | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Turnpike Lane / Buses: 29, 41, 121, 123, 144, 444, W4 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Open access | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 398 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| Single Homeless Project | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless) | |
| Address: 5-15 Cromer Street London WC1H 8LS | Phone: 0207 520 8660 Other Numbers: Email: info@shp.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Head office of homeless persons project which provides services for single homeless people with immediate and ongoing support needs. Work with rough sleepers, mental health users, people with substance misuse/alcohol problems etc. Run projects all over London, phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Hostels all over London including 24 hour hostel at Kings Cross. Referral numbers: South London Team: 0208 682 2777 Kings Cross Team: 0207 837 0054 Central London Team: 0207 630 6475 Phone head office for other numbers | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: London Bridge | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: Aged 18-65, homeless or at risk of being homeless with identifiable support needs. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 170 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| SLaM Trust - Complaints Department | |
| Category: Complaints | |
| Address: Complaints Dept, 9th floor Tower Buildings, 11 York Road London SE1 7NX | Phone: 0207 919 2444 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 919 2507 Email: complaints@slam.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: Complaints office of the South London and Maudsley Trust offering advice and mediation services. Responsible for ensuring that all formal complaints are properly investigated. Can assist with local resolutions and independent review panels etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Waterloo | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Investigate complaints against the SLaM Trust | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 462 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| SLaM Trust PALS Office | |
| Category: Complaints | |
| Address: PALS Office, Maudsley Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 8AZ | Phone: Freephone: 0800 7312864 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 919 2726 Email: pals@slam.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: Telephone service for people needing help with sorting out a healthcare problem, or who have a concern, complaint or suggestion about their care and treatment within the SLaM Trust. Also provide information on local NHS/mental health services. Meetings by appointment only, phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Interviews with disabled patients can be arranged in meeting rooms on site. | |
| Additional Info: SLaM PALS covers the entire South London and Maudsley Trust area and has links with other PALS services in other Hospitals and Primary Care Trusts. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm, meetings by appointment only. | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 40, 68, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: For patients using SLaM Trust services | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 466 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Society of Homeopaths | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: 11 Brookfield, Duncan Close Moulton Park Northampton NN3 6WL | Phone: 0845 450 6611 Other Numbers: Fax: 0845 450 6622 Email: info@homeopathy-soh.org Website: http://www.homeopathy-soh.org |
| Description: Contact details for professional homeopaths in your area. General info on homeopathy. Publishes a Register of Homeopathy twice a year. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 296 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Somali Carers Project | |
| Category: Ethnic Community Support Service | |
| Address: 2nd floor, Thames House 3 Wellington Street London SE18 6NZ | Phone: 0208 854 8665 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 317 1700 Email: somali.carers@btconnect.com Website: http://www.somalicarersproject.com |
| Description: Domiciliary care services for Somali community including washing and dressing clients, preparing meals, escorting clients on outings etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: Lunch Club Wednesdays and Fridays for elderly and disabled members of the Somali community | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR and Bus: Woolwich Arsenal | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For people of Somali origin | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 118 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| South Asian Elderly Organisation | |
| Category: Asian Projects | |
| Address: Southwark Asian Centre Peckham Rye London SE15 4NU | Phone: 0207 358 9937 Other Numbers: 2nd Number: 0207 358 9997 Fax: 0207 358 9908 Email: saeocentre@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: Day care centre providing care and support to Asian people who are isolated and vulnerable due to age, infirmity or disability. Information and advice, daily vegetarian meal, social and cultural activities/events, language services etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Arts & crafts, yoga, organised walks, dress making, table games, English as a second language, outings, Asian language satellite television etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 37, 63, 78, 176, 312, 345, P3, P12 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Mainly for Southwark residents aged 50 plus with South Asian background | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 116 Last Updated: 2004 | |
| South East London Partnership Interpreting Service | |
| Category: Language and Refugee Services | |
| Address: Aylesbury Health Centre, Taplow House Thurlow Street London SE17 2UN | Phone: 0207 771 3969 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 771 3907 Email: interpreting@selssp.nh.uk Website: |
| Description: Established as a resource to help people who do not speak fluent English, this service provides a face to face and telephone interpreting service (including BSL) in Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham PCT's and Kings and St Thomas's hospitals. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Many different languages for any topic related to health matters. Phone for further details. | |
| Opening Hours: Booking Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle / Buses: 42, 343 | |
| Referral: Health professionals only | |
| Criteria: Only in Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham areas | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 132 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southside Partnership - Head Office | |
| Category: Accommodation (Mental Health/Learning Disability) | |
| Address: Scout Hall, Scout Lane Old Town London SW4 0LA | Phone: 0207 498 2533 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 498 0451 Email: info@southsidepartnership.org.uk Website: http://www.southsidepartnership.org.uk |
| Description: Head office of organisation which provides tailor-made support services for people with mental health needs and learning disabilities. Support includes residential and day services, community outreach and a prison project which provides support and advocacy for offenders and ex-offenders with mental health needs. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see other entries for the Southside Partnership in Outreach Services | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Clapham Common | |
| Referral: Social Services only | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 171 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southside Partnership Community Outreach Team | |
| Category: Outreach | |
| Address: Scout Hall, Scout Lane Clapham Old Town London SW4 0LA | Phone: 0207 498 2533 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 498 0451 Email: info@southsidepartnership.org.uk Website: http://www.southsidepartnership.org.uk |
| Description: Community Outreach Team offering support to people with mental health needs and learning disabilities to increase their independence, regain their confidence and continue to live in their own homes. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 56 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southside Rehabilitation Association - Camberwell | |
| Category: Work Schemes | |
| Address: 5 Artichoke Mews Artichoke Place London SE5 8RJ | Phone: 0207 252 6729 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: pspellmon@btconnect.com Website: http://www.sra-ltd.co.uk |
| Description: Employment training for people aged 16-65 with a mental health problem. At Camberwell they do light industrial assembly work in their own workshop and also run a cleaning and laundry service. Therapeutic earnings paid within limits imposed by DSS. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Users are encouraged to take control of and manage their own lives | |
| Additional Info: Also see SRA Knights Hill | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 45, 68, 171, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Want to work | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 332 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southside Rehabilitation Association - Knights Hill | |
| Category: Work Schemes | |
| Address: 45 Knights Hill West Norwood London SE27 0HS | Phone: 0208 766 6688 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 670 4926 Email: office@sra-ltd.co.uk Website: http://www.sra-ltd.co.uk |
| Description: Employment training for people aged 16-65 with a mental health problem. At Knights Hill there is a small catering business, a printing service, a copyshop and a variety of secretarial services. Therapeutic earnings paid within limits imposed by DSS. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Users are encouraged to take control of and manage their own lives | |
| Additional Info: Also see SRA Camberwell | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: West Norwood / Buses: 2, 68, 196, 315 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Want to work | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 333 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Action for Voluntary Organisations (SAVO) | |
| Category: Professional Orgs | |
| Address: 64 Camberwell Road London SE5 0EN | Phone: 0207 703 8733 Other Numbers: Email: admin@savo.org.uk Website: http://www.savo.org.uk |
| Description: Membership organisation offering information, fundraising ideas, training and organisational advice to individual orgs and networks. Many other services such as advocacy on behalf of the voluntary sector, newsletter, info library, support for partnership reps etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: SAVO's Grassroots Rising project supports a BME network of voluntary and community groups and SWAN, the Southwark BME Women's Action Network. | |
| Additional Info: There are specially assigned co-ordinators for women's issues, black and ethnic minority issues and housing issues. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-1pm and 2-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant & Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Voluntary, Community and Faith groups based in Southwark or who carry out work in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 477 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Disabilities Forum | |
| Category: Disabilities | |
| Address: Community Involvement and Development Unit Chiltern House, Portland Street London SE17 2ES | Phone: 0207 525 5503 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 525 5498 Email: cida@southwark.gov.uk Website: http://www.southwark.gov.uk |
| Description: This is an alliance of groups, organisations, and individuals who are disabled. Their aim is to identify and develop a common strategic agenda to improve the lives of people with disabilities in Southwark. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Meetings are held monthly at Southwark Town Hall. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Office: Bus 42 to door Meetings: Buses 12, 36, 171, 436 to Southwark Town Hall | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: Living and/or working in Southwark. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 414 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Disablement Association | |
| Category: Disabilities | |
| Address: Aylesbury Day Centre 2 Bradenham Close London SE17 2QB | Phone: 0207 701 1391 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 277 0481 Minicom: 0207 703 6901 Email: sda@dircon.co.uk Website: http://www.sda.dircon.co.uk |
| Description: For disabled people this popular project offers information and benefits advice, advocacy for community care and housing issues, befriending, outings, Direct Payments support, personal development and self-advocacy, domiciliary care and deaf access and outreach services. Phone or see their website for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Direct Payments user support group | |
| Additional Info: Full disabled access including parking | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm | |
| Travel: Buses: 12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 171, 176, 468 to Walworth Rd junction Albany Rd, or 42 to Albany Rd | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted or via agencies | |
| Criteria: Disabled people with physical or sensory impairment, aged 18-64 living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 415 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Homeless Services Unit | |
| Category: Housing Services | |
| Address: 25 Bournemouth Road Peckham London SE15 4UJ | Phone: 0207 525 4028 Switchboard: 0207 525 5000 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 525 4088 Email: Website: http://www.southwark.gov.uk |
| Description: Assessment of homeless criteria, provide temporary accommodation and arrange storage space, allocate households in priority need, help filling in housing and benefit forms, on-site housing advice and referral to the special needs unit etc | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, doors close at 4pm | |
| Travel: BR to Peckham Rye then 5 mins walk / Buses: 12, 37, 63, 78, 177, 312, 343, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Homeless or severe housing problems | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 186 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Housing Options Unit | |
| Category: Housing Services | |
| Address: 25 Bournemouth Road Peckham London SE15 4UJ | Phone: 0207 525 5000 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.southwark.gov.uk |
| Description: Provide housing advice for people the authority does not have a duty to place in temporary accommodation. Advocate for tenants whose tenancy is about to end, represent undefended possession cases for housing associations and private tenants. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 9am-4pm, Weds 1:15-4pm | |
| Travel: BR to Peckham Rye then 5 mins walk / Buses: 12, 37, 63, 78, 177, 312, 343, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Must live, work or study in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 186 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Housing Special Needs Unit | |
| Category: Housing Services | |
| Address: 17-19 Bournemouth Road Peckham London SE15 4UJ | Phone: 0207 525 4131 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 525 4158 Email: Website: http://www.southwark.gov.uk |
| Description: For homeless people the council has a duty to rehouse, including people with mental health problems, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, drug and alcohol problems, under 18's, OAP's, victims of domestic violence, people with HIV/AIDS etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR to Peckham Rye then 5 mins walk / Buses: 12, 37, 63, 78, 177, 312, 343, 343, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: via the casework section of the Housing Access Unit, hospital referrals for single homeless people, other professional agencies | |
| Criteria: Homeless people the council has a duty to rehouse | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 187 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Irish Cultural Arts Development Centre | |
| Category: Irish | |
| Address: St Thomas Moore Hall 116A Lordship Lane London SE22 8HD | Phone: 0208 299 9940 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 699 1500 Email: Website: http://www.southwarkirish.com |
| Description: A variety of activities and events are held at this centre. Fund-raising dances for numerous charities, Irish Music and language classes, Irish dancing classes, annual Irish festival in Peckham Rye Park, Irish sports etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Irish music and language classes every Thursday 6pm-9pm, Irish dancing classes every Sunday morning. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: East Dulwich / Buses:176, 185, P13 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 126 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Law Centre | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: Hanover Park House 14/16 Hanover Park London SE15 5GH | Phone: 0207 732 2008 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 732 2034 Email: general@southwarklawcentre.org.uk Website: http://www.lawcentres.org.uk |
| Description: Free legal casework and representation service. Specialise in Housing, Employment, Benefits and Immigration law. Referrals accepted from other advice agencies, solicitors, councillors, MP's and various local community organisations. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access, home visits for housebound by arrangement. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-1pm and 2pm-5:30pm. Appointments only. | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 36, 37, 63, 78, 171, 312, 345, 343, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: Recognised referral agencies only. Phone for details. | |
| Criteria: Must live or work in Southwark. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 32 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Mediation Centre | |
| Category: Advice | |
| Address: 92 Camberwell Rd London SE5 0EG | Phone: 0207 708 4959 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 708 5568 Email: adnin@southwarkmediation.co.uk Website: |
| Description: Mediation involves a neutral third party helping to guide people in dispute towards a solution. The main areas of work are related to housing or noise problems, or issues concerning racial abuse, homophobia or other forms of discrimination. This project also offers mediation in school disputes. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Training is provided to volunteers and other organisations. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Disabled people can be seen at a nearby centre. Volunteers welcome, training provided. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm by appointment only | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant & Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Self (fees charged) or through housing department, Police, Noise Team or Youth Offending Team. | |
| Criteria: Open to anybody experiencing problems or tension as long as the parties involved in the dispute are prepared to come to an agreement | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 33 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Mind | |
| Category: User Orgs | |
| Address: Cambridge House 131 Camberwell Road London SE5 OHF | Phone: 0207 701 8535 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 703 2903 Email: info@southwarkmind.org.uk Website: http://www.southwarkmind.org.uk |
| Description: User led organisation focused on campaigning for better services. Co-ordinates the Southwark User Council which consists of representatives from day centres and mental health services in Southwark who meet monthly with invited professionals to discuss member's issues and concerns. Also Cuckoo Club every Wednesday evening, Womens Forum, Arts Collective, Rainbow Resource for LGBT users. Free monthly newsletter with details of user events, phone the office to get your name on the mailing list. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Cuckoo Club every Wednesday from 5pm-8pm at Cambridge House, Women's Forum featuring free Complementary Therapies, Arts Collective providing opportunities for users to develop and showcase their creative/artistic talents at occasional workshops and events | |
| Additional Info: Free membership entitles you to a monthly newsletter with details of many activities/social events that happen around the borough. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant & Castle / Buses: 12, 35, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Anyone is welcome to become a member | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 83 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Muslim Womens Association | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: Ground floor, Bellenden Old School Bellenden Road London SE15 4DG | Phone: 0207 732 8053 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 732 3310 Email: smwa@aol.com Website: http://www.smwa.org.uk |
| Description: This project aims to counter the disadvantages and discrimination faced by Muslim communities in Southwark with a special emphasis on meeting the needs of women, children and elders. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: The centre is a lively venue with a weekly programme of classes and social activities for women, children, young people and the elderly as well as offering information and putting on cultural and religious events for the whole family throughout the year. | |
| Additional Info: Large membership from all over the world. Support is targeted to people on low incomes/benefits. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10:30am-2:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye or East Dulwich / Tube: Elephant & Castle then bus / Buses: 36, 37, 40, 345, P12, P13 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Muslim women and their families and elderly Muslim women living in Southwark | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 146 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark PCT PALS Office | |
| Category: Complaints | |
| Address: c/o South East London Shared Services Partnership 1 Lower Marsh London SE1 7YZ | Phone: Freephone: 0800 587 7170 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 346 6445 Email: pals@southwarkpct.nhs.uk Website: |
| Description: Telephone service providing information and advice about local NHS health services. Can liaise with patients concerning complaints, and aims to help resolve complaints swiftly. Fully confidential service, phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Telephone service only | |
| Opening Hours: Phone Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 467 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Pensioners Centre | |
| Category: Elderly | |
| Address: 305 Camberwell Rd London SE5 0HQ | Phone: 0207 708 4556 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 252 6455 Email: admin@s-p-c.org.uk Website: http://www.s-p-c.org.uk |
| Description: Community centre for elderly residents of Southwark offering information, advice and support, social activities, volunteering and employment opportunities etc. Meeting rooms and minibus available to hire for community activities. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Weekly art classes, exercise classes, social groups, newsletter etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle then bus / Buses: 12, 35, 36, 40, 42, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Aged 55 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 367 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Southwark Refugee Advice Project | |
| Category: Language and Refugee Services | |
| Address: 161 Sumner Road Peckham London SE15 6JL | Phone: 0207 703 4046 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 701 7812 Email: swkrefproj@aol.com Website: |
| Description: This service offers private and confidential advice sessions on welfare benefits, housing issues, immigration, homelessness etc. They also offer IT skills, English as a second language Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Various social and special interest activities including outings, events, health care workshops etc. Disabled access by arrangement. | |
| Additional Info: Currently developing a family support project with a worker trained in counselling/mediation skills to help with domestic violence and parent/child conflict etc | |
| Opening Hours: Drop-In Mon 10am-12noon and 2-4pm, Tues-Fri appointments only | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye then 10 minute walk / Buses: 12, 36, 37, 63, 78, 171, 381, 343 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Refugees and asylum seekers living in Southwark and surrounding boroughs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 133 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| St Giles Trust - Head Office | |
| Category: Homeless Services | |
| Address: 64/68 Camberwell Church Street London SE5 8JB | Phone: 0207 703 7000 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 708 5695 Email: info@stgilestrust.org.uk Website: http://www.stgilestrust.org.uk |
| Description: Open access service for homeless people. Initial Assessment sessions every weekday from 9:30am-12:30pm, free meals Mondays and Fridays, access to primary health care services, free showers and laundry facilities, needle exchange, access to other specialist services etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Making Changes training programme provides training and employability services. 8 week programme runs Mon-Thurs 10am-4pm. Also black homeless persons project. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: South London SSPOT worker is based at St Giles. Outreach services to Wandsworth, Brixton, Highdown and Bullingdon prisons. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-12:30pm. Initial Assessment provided. | |
| Travel: Any bus to Camberwell Green then 5 minute walk | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Homeless, rough sleeping or at risk of being made homeless. Substance misuse, offenders, mental health problems, learning disabilities. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 191 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| St Lukes Centre | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 25A Wincott St London SE11 4NT | Phone: 0207 587 5255 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 587 5390 Email: heatherclaxton@hotmail.com Website: http://www.wlm.org.uk |
| Description: Three month residential care programme for people with drug and alcohol problems offering individual counselling, group therapy, resettlement worker, general advice and peer support. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Men and Women's support groups, Yoga, Aerobics, Art and Drama Therapy groups etc | |
| Additional Info: The organisation's primary aim is to help people experience life free from dependency | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Kennington or Lambeth North / Buses: 3, 109, 159 | |
| Referral: Self or via Social Services Drug and Alcohol Teams. Self referrals must have some source of funding | |
| Criteria: Live in London | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 258 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| St Mungos - North Lambeth Day Centre | |
| Category: Homeless Services | |
| Address: St Johns Crypt 73 Waterloo Rd London SE1 8UD | Phone: 0207 261 9622 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 261 9202 Email: info@mungos.org Website: http://www.mungos.org |
| Description: Open access drop-in every morning for homeless people offering food, showers and laundry facilities, clothes store, housing and benefits advice etc. Visiting nurse, optician and chiropodist, can refer to other relevant services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Benefits Advice sessions every Monday, Homeopathy every Tuesday, visiting Hairdresser every Friday, Life Skills workshops, Arts and Drama activities etc | |
| Additional Info: No easy disabled access at this centre - stairs down to crypt. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-12noon open access, 12noon-2:30pm structured activities/workshops | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Waterloo / Buses: All buses to Waterloo | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Homelessness | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 192 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| St Mungos Community Housing Association - Cedars Road | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless) | |
| Address: 113-117 Cedars Road Clapham London SW4 0PJ | Phone: 0207 720 7377 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 720 1923 Email: info@mungos.org Website: http://www.mungos.org |
| Description: Accommodation for single homeless men and women. 120 beds. All residents have a keyworker with whom they develop a support plan and link with specialist teams such as mental health or substance misuse workers and all residents link with a resettlement worker. Health professionals visit weekly. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Links to St Mungos Education and Training schemes, social activities and events, Games room etc | |
| Additional Info: 6 rooms have full disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Tube and Bus: Clapham Common | |
| Referral: CAT Teams, statutory services or other recognised agencies | |
| Criteria: Single homeless people with support needs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 173 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| St Mungos Community Housing Association - Great Guildford St | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Men Only) | |
| Address: 96 Great Guildford Street London SE1 0ES | Phone: 0207 633 9655 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 401 8030 Email: info@mungos.org Website: http://www.mungos.org |
| Description: This centre provides accommodation for 50 single homeless men who have support needs. Specialist mental health and substance misuse workers on staff. Residents are supported towards more independent living, with a 5-bed 'move-on' annexe for people who have developed their independent living skills. Resettlement skills are built into every client's support plan. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Educational and social events, community gardening project. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: London Bridge | |
| Referral: CAT Teams, statutory services or other recognised agencies | |
| Criteria: Single homeless men with support needs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 174 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| St Mungos Community Housing Association - Head Office | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless) | |
| Address: Atlantic House 1-3 Rockley Road London W14 0DJ | Phone: 0208 740 9968 Other Numbers: Donations: 0208 600 3000 Fax: 0208 600 3079 Email: info@mungo.org Website: http://www.mungo.org |
| Description: Well established homeless charity housing over 1500 people a night in 11 London boroughs. Accommodation ranges from rolling shelters, hostels and semi-independent housing to high support projects. Non-residential services include outreach teams, day centres, specialist substance misuse support, mental health and resettlement services, prevention services, housing advice in prisons for prisoners expecting release, tenancy sustainment/community support teams and employment and training schemes etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: via CAT Teams, statutory services, recognised agencies | |
| Criteria: Different projects have different criteria. Phone for details. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 172 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| St Mungos Community Housing Association - Pagnell Street | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless) | |
| Address: Exeter Way, off Pagnell Street New Cross London SE14 6AY | Phone: 0208 892 3454 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 691 9478 Email: info@mungos.org Website: http://www.mungos.org |
| Description: Accommodation for single homeless men and women with support needs. 43 bed hostel. All residents have a keyworker with whom they develop a support plan and link with specialist mental health or substance misuse workers and all residents link with a resettlement worker. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Links to St Mungos Education and Training schemes, social activities and events etc | |
| Additional Info: 7 rooms have full disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: New Cross | |
| Referral: via CAT Teams, statutory services, recognised agencies | |
| Criteria: Single homeless people with support needs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 175 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Status Employment | |
| Category: Work Schemes | |
| Address: 6 West Way Gardens Shirley CR0 8RA | Phone: 0208 655 3344 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 656 6600 Email: info@statusemployment.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Provide support to people with any sort of disability (physical, learning, sensory, mental health) to help find and retain employment. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Addiscombe | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Mainly for people from Croydon and neighbouring boroughs. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 333 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society (SANDS) | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 28 Portland Place London W1B 1LY | Phone: Helpline: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm 0207 436 5881 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 436 7940 Fax: 0207 436 3715 Email: support@uk-sands.org Website: http://www.uk-sands.org |
| Description: Support for bereaved parents and their families whose baby dies before, during or soon after birth. Run three key services: 1) Helpline Mon-Fri 10am-4pm 0207 436 5881 2) Network of local support groups 3) Info services. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Phone for details of local groups. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm 0207 436 5881 Office: Usual office hours | |
| Travel: Tube and bus: Oxford Circus | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Bereaved parents and families, Health professionals etc | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 346 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Stonewall | |
| Category: Gay | |
| Address: 46 Grosvenor Gardens London SW1W 0EB | Phone: 0207 881 9440 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 881 9444 Email: info@stonewall.org.uk Website: http://www.stonewall.org.uk |
| Description: Info service on lesbian, gay and bisexual issues. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 374 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Stroke Association | |
| Category: Health Care | |
| Address: 240 City Road London EC1V 2PR | Phone: Helpline: 0845 303 3100 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 566 0300 Fax: 0207 490 2686 Email: Website: http://www.stroke.org.uk |
| Description: Support for people of all ages affected by a stroke. Provides information and advice, can refer to local stroke clubs and other relevant services. Phone or see their website for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Fund research into and campaign for better stroke services | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Office 9am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Old Street | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: For people affected by a stroke, their families, carers, relevant professionals etc | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 399 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS) | |
| Category: Self Help | |
| Address: Centre 88, Saner St Anlaby Rd Hull HU3 2TR | Phone: National Helpline: 9am-9pm 0870 241 3337 Other Numbers: Admin: 01482 610728 London Office: 0208 675 5862 or 0207 386 7820 Email: sobs.support@care4free.net Website: http://www.uk-sobs.org.uk |
| Description: National network of self-help support groups which aims to break the isolation of bereavement and provide a safe, confidential environment where people can share their feelings and experiences. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Occasional one day conferences and residential events. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Bereavement packs available on request. | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: every day 9am-9pm, Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For over 18's who have been affected by suicide | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 97 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Survivors Poetry | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: Diorama Arts Centre 34 Osnaburgh St London NW1 3ND | Phone: 0207 916 5317 Other Numbers: Email: info@survivorspoetry.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Promotes poetry by and for people who have experienced mental distress. Workshops, training, performances, readings, publications etc. Network of local groups across the UK. Phone for details | |
| Special Interest Activities: Monthly poetry performance events: 1) Last Saturday of every month 8pm at the Diorama Arts Centre, 34 Osnaburgh St, Euston, London NW1 2) Second Thursday of every month 8pm at the Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, Covent Garden, WC2 | |
| Additional Info: Poetry venues have full disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Office not open to the public | |
| Travel: BR: Euston / Tube: Great Portland St or Warren St / Buses: Any bus to Euston | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 311 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Survivors UK | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: 2 Leathermarket Street London SW1 3HN | Phone: Helpline: Tues and Thurs 7pm-10pm 0845 122 1201 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 357 6222 Email: info@survivorsuk.org.uk Website: http://www.survivorsuk.org.uk |
| Description: Help, advice, counselling and support for male survivors of sexual violence. Individual counselling and facilitated support groups held in central London. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Training programmes for professionals | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours, Helpline Tues and Thurs evenings only | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Men aged 16 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 388 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 120 Belsize Lane London NW3 5BA | Phone: 0207 435 7111 Other Numbers: Email: Website: http://www.tavi-port.org |
| Description: NHS service offering individual and group therapy, family therapy, child and adolescent counselling services. Forensic therapy services for offenders/ex-offenders. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 8am-10pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Swiss Cottage or Finchley Road then walk | |
| Referral: Usually GP's, some self referrals accepted | |
| Criteria: Dependent upon NHS service agreements. Phone for details. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 269 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Terrence Higgins Trust Lighthouse - Head Office | |
| Category: HIV | |
| Address: 52/54 Grays Inn Rd London WC1X 8JU | Phone: 0207 831 0330 Other Numbers: THT Direct Helpline: 0845 122 1200 Email: info@tht.org.uk Website: http://www.tht.org.uk |
| Description: Head office of well established trust providing a range of services for people with, affected by or at risk of contracting HIV/AIDS, or other sexual health problems. Helpline, advice centre, peer support and community support schemes, employment advice, campaigning, health promotion etc. Phone Head Office for details of local projects/resources. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Telephone helpline, various peer support groups etc | |
| Additional Info: Also see entries for THT Lighthouse at Ladbroke Grove, Waterloo and Kings College Hospital, Camberwell | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-6pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Chancery Lane / Buses: 17, 45, 46 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National organisation, some services have specific criteria. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 403 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Terrence Higgins Trust Lighthouse - Kings Centre | |
| Category: HIV | |
| Address: Unit 2, Empress Mews Kenbury Street London SE5 9BT | Phone: 0207 737 9740 Other Numbers: THT Direct Helpline: 0845 122 1200 Fax: 020 737 9741 Email: info@lighthouse-kings.org.uk Website: http://www.tht.org.uk |
| Description: Information service for HIV patients offering assessment and referral service, housing and benefits advice, Immigration advice, African Emotional Support service, Acupuncture etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Ante-Natal Clinic last Thursday of every month | |
| Additional Info: Also see entries for THT Lighthouse Head Office, Ladbroke Grove and Waterloo | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Loughborough Junction, Denmark Hill / Tube: Brixton then short bus ride / Buses: 35, 45, 345 | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted for people who attend the Caldecot Centre | |
| Criteria: People living with HIV who attend Kings College Hospital's Caldecot Centre | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 404 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Terrence Higgins Trust Lighthouse South | |
| Category: HIV | |
| Address: 14-15 Lower Marsh Waterloo London SE1 7RJ | Phone: 0207 816 4720 Other Numbers: THT Direct Helpline: 0845 122 1200 Fax: 0207 816 4721 Email: info@lighthouse-south.org.uk Website: http://www.tht.org.uk |
| Description: Services for people living with HIV offering Information service, Counselling, housing and benefits advice, Transport Scheme, African Emotional Support service etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see entries for THT Lighthouse Head Office, Ladbroke Grove and Kings College Hospital, Camberwell | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR, Tube and Bus: Waterloo | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Different services have different referral criteria. Phone for details. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 405 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Terrence Higgins Trust Lighthouse West | |
| Category: HIV | |
| Address: 111/117 Lancaster Road London W11 1QT | Phone: 0207 792 1200 Other Numbers: THT Direct Helpline: 0845 122 1200 Fax: 0207 229 1258 Email: Website: http://www.tht.org.uk |
| Description: Provides a very wide range of services for people living with or affected by HIV at this centre and in the community. For further info phone the centre or the THT Direct Helpline on 0845 122 1200 | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see entries for THT Lighthouse Head Office, Waterloo and Kings College Hospital, Camberwell | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-9pm, Saturdays for pre-arranged events only | |
| Travel: Tube: Ladbroke Grove | |
| Referral: Phone the centre to make an appointment for an assessment meeting | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 406 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| The Continence Foundation | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: 307 Hatton Square 16 Baldwin Gardens London EC1 7RJ | Phone: Helpline: 0207 831 9831 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 404 6876 Email: Website: http://www.continence-foundation.org.uk |
| Description: National helpline providing confidential information and advice on incontinence problems. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline Mon-Fri 9:30am-1pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 486 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| The Disabled Living Foundation | |
| Category: Disabilities | |
| Address: The London Centre 380-384 Harrow Road London W9 2HU | Phone: 0870 603 9177 Other Numbers: Minicom: 0870 603 9176 Email: advice@dlf.org.uk Website: http://www.dlf.org.uk |
| Description: National organisation which has a chain of Disabled Living Centres around the country that display equipment and have an advice service for disabled people, their carers and people working with them. Produce the Hamilton Index which lists equipment, prices and vendor details. Also provide training to professionals regarding daily living needs and skills. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 416 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| The Haven - Camberwell | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: 13-14 Caldecot Road Camberwell London SE5 9RS | Phone: Office hours: 0207 346 1599 Other Numbers: After hours and weekends: 0207 737 4000 and ask for the Haven duty team Email: Website: http://www.kings.nhs.co.uk |
| Description: The Haven offers a place of safety and support for men, women and children who have been sexually assaulted. Staffed by specially trained experienced professionals with doctors on hand. All enquiries are strictly confidential. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Medical care including checks for sexually transmitted infections. Short term counselling. | |
| Additional Info: Also see Havens at Whitechapel and Paddington | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. After hours phone Kings switchboard on 0207 737 4000 and ask for the Haven duty team | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: 12, 40, 68, 176, 185, 468 | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted. Phone for appointment. | |
| Criteria: Anyone living in South East London who has been sexually assaulted | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 389 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| The Place To Be - Southwark | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: c/o Vauxhall Primary School Vauxhall Street London SE11 5LG | Phone: 0207 587 0447 Other Numbers: Head Office: 0207 780 6189 Email: jackie.hendy@theplacetobe.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Emotional and therapeutic support for children in Southwark primary schools, offering one to one individual work, group work and drop-in service. Currently working in ten Southwark schools. Phone to find out which schools. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Work in schools during term time only | |
| Opening Hours: Advice and info available Mon-Fri 9am-4pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: In consultation with parent/carer and school | |
| Criteria: For children in need of therapeutic support enrolled at a school where this project runs a service | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 346 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| The Sanctuary Club | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: The Old Library Centre 14-16 Knights Hill London SE27 0HY | Phone: 0207 233 0504 Other Numbers: 0207 231 6669 or 0208 761 0751 Email: twaiyaki@hotmail.com Website: |
| Description: User-run social club for substance misuse service users. Modern premises with pool table, table tennis, TV and Video room, use of computers/Internet and large kitchen area. There is also a creche on the premises. The club is open to all regardless of age, race, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. Phone or email for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Creche on premises. | |
| Additional Info: Apart from the use of prescribed medication attenders are expected to be clean when on the premises. | |
| Opening Hours: Every Monday evening from 6pm-9pm | |
| Travel: BR: West Norwood / Buses: 2, 68, 196, 322, 468 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: For substance misuse service users | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 259 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| The Tryangle Project - Violence Intervention Programme | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 855 7564 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 855 0210 Email: mvip@tryangle.org.uk Website: http://www.tryangle.org.uk |
| Description: The Tryangle VIP Programme is for male perpetrators of domestic violence. 30 session structured programme with individual sessions and follow-up support. Partners or ex-partners are offered support with Tryangle Womens project. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Individual support, follow-up group work etc. | |
| Additional Info: Also see Tryangle Womens Support Services for partners or ex-partners of people on VIP programme. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Male perpetrators of domestic violence | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 381 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| The Tryangle Project - Womens Support Services | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 854 6906 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 855 0210 Email: wss@tryangle.org.uk Website: http://www.tryangle.org.uk |
| Description: Support services for female partners or ex-partners of domestic violence perpetrators offering telephone support, one-to-one information and advice sessions, help accessing relevant services etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also see Tryangle Domestic Violence Intervention Programme for male perpetrators. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Female partners or ex-partners of domestic violence perpetrators | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 381 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Three Boroughs Primary Health Care Team | |
| Category: Outreach | |
| Address: 1st floor, Masters House Dugard Way, off Renfrew Rd London SE11 4TH | Phone: 0207 414 1500 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 414 1513 Email: Website: http://www.threeboroughs.nhs.uk |
| Description: Nurse-led primary health care services for homeless people, refugees and asylum seekers, people with TB, and people with drug and alcohol problems. People seen in a variety of settings, such as hostels, day centres, local voluntary agencies, community centres etc. Phone for details or see their website. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Part of the Lambeth Primary Care Trust | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Office is for admin only, meetings held at various locations. | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Homelessness, refugee/asylum seeker status, symptoms of TB, drug or alcohol problems. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 61 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Threshold Support - Head Office | |
| Category: Accommodation | |
| Address: 467 Garrat Lane London SW18 4SN | Phone: 0208 875 5555 Other Numbers: Email: info@threshold.org.uk Website: http://www.threshold.org.uk |
| Description: Head Office of well established charity that provides supported accommodation and other services. Senior managers for Threshold projects, support services, development officers, media enquiries etc. Phone for details of current projects. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: See other Threshold projects in Accommodation, Outreach and Community Mental Health Centres | |
| Opening Hours: | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 176 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Threshold Support - Herons Court | |
| Category: Accommodation (Mental Health/Substance Misuse) | |
| Address: Unit 13, Herons Court 84 Pomeroy Street London SE14 5BN | Phone: 0207 277 9785 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 277 8946 Email: info@threshold.org.uk Website: http://www.threshold.org.uk |
| Description: Community Care services and supported housing for single men and women with mental health problems and/or substance misuse/alcohol problems. Practical support with budgeting, welfare benefits advice, living skills etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: The aim is to empower people to move on to independent living | |
| Additional Info: See other Threshold projects in Accommodation, Outreach and Community Mental Health Centres | |
| Opening Hours: Office: 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Queens Road / Tube and Bus: New Cross | |
| Referral: via Southwark Social Services and SCOT Team | |
| Criteria: People with mental health/substance misuse/alcohol problems who need low-medium supported care | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 178 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Threshold Support - Open Door Day Centre | |
| Category: Community Mental Health Centre | |
| Address: 224 Jamaica Road London SE16 4BD | Phone: 0207 525 5990 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 525 5991 Email: grantn@threshold.org.uk Website: |
| Description: User-led day centre. Individual keyworkers provide practical support. Large communal room with pool table and ping-pong, quiet room, smoking room, kitchen, shower and laundry. Various activities include cooking, fitness, arts, computers and outings etc. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Wed 10:30am-12:30pm Coffee Mornings visitors welcome, Wed 2-3pm women's computer group, Wed 3:30-5:30pm women's relaxation group, Wed 5-7pm Internet Club, Thurs 12noon-2pm African-Caribbean group | |
| Additional Info: See other Threshold projects in Accommodation and Outreach | |
| Opening Hours: Mon, Tues & Fri 9:30am-4:30pm, Wed 9:30am-7:30pm, Sundays 11am-3pm | |
| Travel: BR: South Bermondsey / Tube: Bermondsey, Canada Water, Surrey Quays / Buses: 1, 47, 188, 381, P13 | |
| Referral: Professional referrals only by Community Opportunities form | |
| Criteria: Aged 18-65 living in Southwark with a mental health problem | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: Yes Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 47 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Threshold Support - Southwark Bridge Rd | |
| Category: Accommodation (Mental Health/Substance Misuse) | |
| Address: 181 Southwark Bridge Rd London SE1 0ED | Phone: 0207 357 6931 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 403 1895 Email: info@threshold.org.uk Website: http://www.threshold.org.uk |
| Description: Supported housing for men and women with mental health problems and/or alcohol/substance misuse/dependency problems. Mix of registered care and medium support units, staffed 24 hours, providing keyworking and practical support etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: See other Threshold projects in Accommodation, Outreach and Community Mental Health Centres | |
| Opening Hours: Office: 9am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: BR: Elephant and Castle / Tube: Borough | |
| Referral: Professional agencies only | |
| Criteria: Aged 18-59 with mental health problems and/or substance misuse/dependency issues, will agree to work with staff on an individual care programme | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 179 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Threshold Support - Southwark Community Support Team | |
| Category: Outreach | |
| Address: 106 Weston Street London SE1 3QB | Phone: 0207 403 0801 x218 Other Numbers: 0207 403 3079 x218 Email: fauxl@threshold.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Community support team for people with mental health problems and/or problems with substance misuse/alcohol dependency. Provide practical support with welfare benefits, budgeting, advocacy and mediation services, living skills etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: See other Threshold projects in Accommodation and Community Mental Health Centres | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, other times by arrangement | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Elephant and Castle, London Bridge | |
| Referral: via Southwark Social Services | |
| Criteria: Aged 18-64 with mental health problems and/or substance misuse/alcohol dependency | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 62 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Threshold Support - Westwood Hill | |
| Category: Accommodation (Mental Health) | |
| Address: 11 Westwood Hill Sydenham London SE26 6QB | Phone: 0208 778 1499 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 776 5640 Email: info@threshold.org.uk Website: http://www.threshold.org.uk |
| Description: 16 bed purpose build independent hostel for men and women with severe and enduring mental health problems. Multi-disciplinary team providing practical and medical support, individual care plans etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: All activities are tailor-made to the individual client's needs and requirements. Care plans include counselling sessions, employment opportunities, recreational activities etc. | |
| Additional Info: See other Threshold projects in Accommodation, Outreach and Community Mental Health Centres | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: BR: Sydenham Hill | |
| Referral: via Southwark High Support Unit or Lewisham Rehabilitation Team | |
| Criteria: Aged 18-64 with severe and enduring mental health problems living in Southwark or Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 180 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Time and Talents Association | |
| Category: Community Centre | |
| Address: The Old Mortuary St Marychurch Street, Rotherhithe London SE16 4JE | Phone: 0207 231 7845 Other Numbers: Fax: 020 7 252 2288 Email: info@timeandtalents.org.uk Website: http://www.timeandtalents.org.uk |
| Description: Multi-purpose community centre promoting community development and regeneration, providing educational and recreational opportunities to the local community. Elderly early intervention project, volunteering opportunities etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Over 50's group, toddlers group, Yoga, arts & crafts, children's drama group, gardening, T'ai Chi, History Group, Bridge Club etc. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access to building. Hall for hire to local community groups. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Other times by arrangement | |
| Travel: BR: London Bridge then walk / Tube: Bermondsey, Rotherhithe, Canada Water / Buses: 47, 188, 225, 381, P13 | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Mainly for people from Bermondsey and Rotherhithe, other areas also welcome. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 302 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Toucan Employment | |
| Category: Learning Disabilities | |
| Address: Unit 1, The Co-Op Centre 11 Mowll Street London SW9 6BG | Phone: 0207 582 5981 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 582 5982 Email: toucanemployment@btconnect.com Website: |
| Description: Ongoing support into paid employment for people aged 16 plus with learning disabilities. Help to find and retain employment. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Occasional daytime job clubs, Carers support services etc | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval / Buses: 3, 59, 133, 159 | |
| Referral: usually via Social Services or other agencies, self-referrals considered | |
| Criteria: Living in Southwark with a learning disability | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 429 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Trauma Support Centre | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: Evro House 20 Sylvan Way West Wickham BR4 9HB | Phone: 0208 462 5030 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 462 5590 Email: eroman4976@aol.com Website: |
| Description: Counselling and support services for people who have experienced a traumatic incident. Assessments, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder counselling, support groups, education and awareness training etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: West Wickham | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 269 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| TRB Southwark | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Mental Health) | |
| Address: 14/15 County Grove London SE5 9LE | Phone: 0207 737 8086 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 737 5682 Email: andrewlangford@trb.info Website: |
| Description: Supported housing for men and women aged 18 plus with mental health issues (not necessarily having a diagnosis). Some shared and some self-contained units. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Holidays, outings, social activities, music therapy, drama therapy, monthly group meetings etc | |
| Additional Info: 1 disabled flat and some partially adapted. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Tube: Oval then bus / Buses: 36 to door or any bus to Camberwell Green then short walk | |
| Referral: via Professional agencies. Phone to check vacancies/ask for application form | |
| Criteria: People with mental health issues (not necessarily having a diagnosis) who have been or are in danger of becoming homeless. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 181 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| TRB Southwark - Housing Support Team | |
| Category: Accommodation (Homeless/Mental Health/Substance Misuse) | |
| Address: 48/54 Denmark Hill London SE5 8RZ | Phone: 0207 737 7888 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 737 7887 Email: Website: http://www.thamesreach.org.uk |
| Description: Supported housing project for single homeless people particularly rough sleepers and people with special needs around substance misuse. Team consists of Housing Support workers who provide medium level support to clients in 10 properties in Southwark. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women only house, house for people living with HIV. | |
| Additional Info: Part of the Thamesreach Bondway group, can refer to other services. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Denmark Hill / Buses: Any bus to Camberwell Green | |
| Referral: Professional referrals only | |
| Criteria: Single homeless people with support needs | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 181 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Turkish Community Project | |
| Category: Ethnic Community Support Service | |
| Address: 44 Campshill Road Lewisham London SE13 6QT | Phone: 0208 318 2864 Other Numbers: Fax: 0208 852 2908 Email: tcplweb@yahoo.co.uk Website: http://www.turkishcommunitylondon.co.uk |
| Description: Open access drop-in centre for the Turkish speaking community. Information and advice, counselling and community support services. Can refer to other services as required. Appointments system for some services. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Women's group, Health workshops etc | |
| Additional Info: Appointments system for some services. Can arrange home visits for housebound clients. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Appointments system for some services. Phone for details. | |
| Travel: BR: Hither Green or Lewisham then walk / Buses: Lewisham High St | |
| Referral: Self referrals accepted, GP's, DSS, Social Services etc | |
| Criteria: Residents of Lewisham and neighbouring boroughs. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 121 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Turning Point ACAPS | |
| Category: Drug and Alcohol | |
| Address: 34 Electric Lane Brixton London SW9 8JT | Phone: 0207 737 3579 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 737 2719 Email: acaps@turningpoint.co.uk Website: http://www.acaps.co.uk |
| Description: Drug and alcohol agency for young people aged 10-25 in Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham. Information, advice, counselling, sexual health, life skills, employment opportunities, drop-in, legal and housing issues, recreational activities etc. Consultation and training on drug/alcohol issues for professionals. Different catchment criteria for different services, phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Access to complementary therapies, basic literacy and numeracy training etc. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Youth Offending Team worker and Community Outreach Drug Team | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: Different services held at various locations. Phone for details | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Residents of Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 260 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| UK Coalition of People Living with HIV and AIDS | |
| Category: HIV | |
| Address: 250 Kennington Lane London SE11 5RD | Phone: 0207 564 2180 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 564 2140 Email: reception@ukcoalition.org Website: http://www.ukcoalition.org |
| Description: This project has two main branches: Positive Futures offers guidance, counselling, education, training and employment opportunities etc, and Peer Advocacy offering benefits and housing advice, peer support etc. Can refer you to other services as required. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, phone for appointment | |
| Travel: BR: Vauxhall / Tube: Vauxhall, Oval, Kennington / Buses: 3, 36, 47, 109, 159, 222, 322 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: For people who are HIV positive | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 407 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| UK Council of Psychotherapy | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 167/169 Great Portland St London W1W 5PF | Phone: 0207 436 3002 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 436 3013 Email: ukcp@psychotherapy.org.uk Website: http://www.psychotherapy.org.uk |
| Description: This project maintains a register of qualified professional psychotherapists. Contact lists of practitioners in your area available free of charge. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 270 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Victim Support - National Office | |
| Category: Miscellaneous | |
| Address: Cranmer House 39 Brixton Rd London SW9 6DZ | Phone: Helpline: 0845 303 0900 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 735 9166 Fax: 0207 582 5712 Email: contact@victimsupport.org.uk Website: |
| Description: National charity offering information, support and practical help for people who are the victims of crime or witnesses to a crime. The Helpline can give details of your local Victim Support office. All services are free and confidential. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Helpline: Mon-Fri 9am-9pm, Sat/Sun till 7pm | |
| 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: 486 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Vietnamese Mental Health Services | |
| Category: Ethnic Community Support Service | |
| Address: Thomas Calton Centre Alpha Street London SE15 4NX | Phone: 0207 639 2288 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 639 0008 Email: vietnamesemhs@aol.com Website: |
| Description: Information, advice and support for Vietnamese people with mental health problems, their carers and children. Outreach services, counselling, and Drop-In day centre. Training and education about health and social care issues for people from Vietnam, training for non-Vietnamese professionals about Vietnamese culture and beliefs regarding mental health. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Ramps to main entrance, phone to check disabled access facilities depending on your requirements | |
| Additional Info: Limited supported accommodation may be available. Phone for details. | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Peckham Rye / Buses: 12, 37, 63, 78, 363, P3, P12 | |
| Referral: Self or other agencies | |
| Criteria: Anyone from Vietnam living in the UK with mental health problems. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 122 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Volunteers in Action - Southwark | |
| Category: Community Orgs | |
| Address: Wigglesworth House 69 Southwark Bridge Road London SE1 0NQ | Phone: 0207 403 2936 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 403 5961 Email: info@vias.org.uk Website: http://www.vias.org.uk |
| Description: Local volunteer bureau that promotes volunteering opportunities in Southwark. Database of volunteer positions available in the borough, ongoing advice and support for volunteers and organisations using their services. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Limited disabled access | |
| Opening Hours: Phone for appointment | |
| Travel: BR: London Bridge / Tube and Bus: Borough | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Aged 18 plus | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 472 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Walworth Garden Farm | |
| Category: Leisure | |
| Address: 206 Manor Place Braganza St London SE17 3BN | Phone: 0207 582 2652 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: farm@wgfarm.plus.com Website: |
| Description: Environmental training centre offering horticultural therapy for people with learning difficulties or mental health problems. Wildlife area with pond, fruit, vegetable and flower beds and greenhouse. Classroom, kitchen and toilets in main building. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Numbers are restricted to five people a day only. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-3:30pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Kennington / Buses: Walworth Rd by Somerfields then 10 min walk | |
| Referral: Usually through Social Services | |
| Criteria: Adults with learning difficulties or mental health problems. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 312 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Walworth Triangle Forum | |
| Category: Community Orgs | |
| Address: c/o Area Network Team, SAVO 64 Camberwell Rd London SE5 0EN | Phone: Switchboard: 0207 703 8733 Other Numbers: Email: mark@savo.org.uk Website: |
| Description: Community organisation which promotes co-operative partnerships and regeneration initiatives within the Walworth Triangle (the Walworth/Kennington area). They support community groups and encourage local projects. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Produce a good guide to Walworth projects called the Walworth Community Directory. Phone them to get a copy. | |
| Opening Hours: Quarterly community meetings, other local events | |
| 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: 472 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Winvisible | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: Crossroads Women's Centre 230A Kentish Town Road London NW5 | Phone: Voice and Minicom: 0207 482 2496 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 209 4761 Email: crossroadswomenscentre@compuserve.com Website: |
| Description: Well established campaigning organisation for women with visible and invisible disabilities. Campaign on housing, benefit, childcare and transport issues etc. Can also provide information and advice on a range of women's services. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Phone during office hours | |
| Travel: Tube: Kentish Town | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: For women with disabilities | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 148 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Womens Aid - Croydon | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: PO Box 314 Croydon CR9 2YG | Phone: 0208 679 8848 Other Numbers: Fax: same as phone Email: cwaid@btconnect.com Website: |
| Description: Maintain three residential hostels providing accommodation to women and children escaping domestic violence. Can refer on to other relevant services as required. Phone, write or email for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Links with Croydon Domestic Violence Advocacy Service | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 382 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Womens Aid - Domestic Violence Helpline | |
| Category: Domestic Violence | |
| Address: PO Box 391 Bristol BS99 7WS | Phone: Freephone 24 hour National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 Other Numbers: National Office: 0117 944 4411 Fax: 0117 924 1703 Email: helpline@womensaid.org.uk Website: http://www.womensaid.org.uk |
| Description: Freephone 24 hour National Domestic Violence Helpline run in partnership between Women’s Aid and Refuge. Telephone advice and support to women and children experiencing domestic violence, and to those assisting them. Advice on related issues, can refer to local women's refuge network and other relevant services. National network of local groups, range of informative leaflets, posters and publications. Phone or see their website for details of services in your area. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Disabled access at some locations, phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Close links with Refuge and other DV projects | |
| Opening Hours: 24 hour Helpline, for Admin phone during office hours | |
| Travel: | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Women and children | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 382 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Womens Counselling Service | |
| Category: Sexual Abuse Services | |
| Address: PO Box 315 Hounslow TW3 4DN | Phone: Helpline: Monday evenings 6:30-9pm 0845 123 2324 At other times phone Refuge on 0808 2000 247 Other Numbers: Admin: 0845 123 2325 Email: info@www.womenscounselling.org Website: http://www.womenscounselling.org |
| Description: Women only counselling service providing a telephone helpline and specialist counselling services for women who have experienced rape or any form of physical or emotional abuse. Some free or subsidised sessions available depending on circumstances. Also training and support services for professionals on related issues. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Some free or subsidised sessions available depending on circumstances | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon, Tues, Thurs 10am-6pm Helpline: Monday evenings 6:30-9pm 0845 123 2324 | |
| Travel: Telephone helpline only | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: Women only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 391 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Womens Link | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: Room 417/419, London Fruit and Wool Exchange 38 Brushfield St London E1 6EL | Phone: 0207 248 1200 Other Numbers: Admin: 0207 247 9360 Fax: 0207 247 2028 Email: advice@womenslink.org.uk Website: http://www.womenslink.org.uk |
| Description: Advice for women on finding accommodation in London. Produce a range of info booklets etc. Phone for details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: Also work with women ex-offenders. Prisoner Advice Line: 0207 247 5325 | |
| Opening Hours: Advice line: Mon 10am-1pm and 2-4pm, Tues, Wed, Thurs 10am-1pm. | |
| Travel: BR and Tube: Liverpool Street / Buses: 8, 26, 35, 47, 48, 78, 149, 242, 388 | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: Women only | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 149 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Womens Nutrition Clinic | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: 47 Priory Street Lewes BN7 1HJ | Phone: 01273 487366 Other Numbers: Fax: 01273 487576 Email: info@womensnutritionclinic.com Website: http://www.wnclinic.co.uk |
| Description: Dietary and nutrition advice for women with premenstrual syndrome, menopausal problems, migraine etc. Local clinics in Sussex and London. See their website or phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Research into womens health, training for Complementary Health students etc | |
| Additional Info: All services require private funding. At the time of writing no NHS funding is available for this clinic. | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Wed and Fridays 9:30am-5pm | |
| Travel: BR: Lewes Station then short walk on level ground | |
| Referral: Self-referral or via GP | |
| Criteria: Local clinics in Sussex and London. Telephone service for other areas. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 150 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Womens Therapy Centre | |
| Category: Womens Services | |
| Address: 10 Manor Gardens Islington London N7 6JS | Phone: Referrals/Appointments: 0207 263 6200 Reception: 0207 263 7860 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 281 7879 Email: info@womenstherapycentre.co.uk Website: http://www.womenstherapycentre.co.uk |
| Description: Psychoanalytic therapy for women, especially mental health users and women from minority communities who would not normally access therapy services. Services for young women, disabled women, refugees and asylum seekers, women on low incomes etc. Individual and group work. For disabled access, if assistance is required phone reception before visit. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Languages currently available include Hebrew, Turkish, Greek and Spanish. Phone for details. | |
| Additional Info: Also offer consultancy and training services for professionals. | |
| Opening Hours: Phone to make appointment Mon, Thurs 12noon-2pm, Tues, Weds 2pm-4pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Holloway Road then short walk / Buses: 17, 43, 271 | |
| Referral: Self referrals only | |
| Criteria: Women aged 18 plus, Londonwide catchment. | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: Yes Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 151 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| WPF Counselling and Psychotherapy | |
| Category: Talking Treatments | |
| Address: 23 Kensington Square London W8 5HN | Phone: 0207 361 4800 Other Numbers: Fax: 0207 361 4808 Email: counselling@wpf.org.uk Website: http://www.wpf.org.uk |
| Description: Individual counselling and group therapy available on a sliding scale of fees. Reduced rates for people on benefits/low income. | |
| Special Interest Activities: Young persons counselling project, specialist counselling for the disabled and people with a serious physical illness. | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-9pm | |
| Travel: Tube: High St Kensington or Gloucester Rd | |
| Referral: Self or any other source | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: Yes | |
| In book see page number: 271 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| YoungMinds | |
| Category: Family Services | |
| Address: 102/108 Clerkenwell Rd London EC1M 5SA | Phone: 0207 336 8445 Other Numbers: Parentline: 0800 018 2138 Fax: 0207 336 8446 Email: enquiries@youngminds.org.uk Website: http://www.youngminds.org.uk |
| Description: National charity committed to promoting and improving the mental health of children and young people. Services include Parents Information Service telephone Helpline for any adult concerned about the mental health of a young person, various leaflets/booklets, seminars and training events for professionals etc. Phone for further details. | |
| Special Interest Activities: | |
| Additional Info: | |
| Opening Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm Parentline: Mon, Fri 10am-1pm, Tues, Wed, Thurs 1-4pm | |
| Travel: Tube: Farringdon | |
| Referral: Open access | |
| Criteria: National catchment | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 347 Last Updated: 2005 | |
| Zofia Hockin | |
| Category: Complementary Therapies | |
| Address: | Phone: 0208 771 2175 Other Numbers: Mobile: 07951 830382 Email: zofia@onetel.com Website: |
| Description: Therapies offered: Polarity Therapy, Reiki, Holistic Massage and Counselling Skills. Relief from anxiety, backache, IBS, constipation, depression, digestive problems, fatigue, headache, migraine, menstrual problems, muscular aches and pains, and stress related conditions. Classes in relaxation/meditation and relaxing/breathing/stretching exercises. Sessions currently held at the South London Natural Health Centre, Clapham, SW4 and the Therapy Room in the Chelsea Sports Centre, SW3. Community visits by arrangement. Professional qualifications/associations: Qualifications: ITEC, MTI (holistic massage), ICA (aromatherapy), RPP (polarity therapy), and CSCT (counselling skills). Associations: Member of UKPTA (UK Polarity Therapy Association) and BCMA (British Complementary Medicine Association) | |
| Special Interest Activities: Target Groups: No specific target groups but enjoys working with clients who are interested in healing on a deeper level and are willing to be active participants in the healing process. | |
| Additional Info: Costs: Typical session of 1 hour is £44, shorter 30 min sessions by arrangement. Concessionary rates available, group rates for classes of up to 10 people at £45 p/hr if venue provided. | |
| Opening Hours: Clinics currently held on Mondays pm, and Wednesdays am and pm. | |
| Travel: Area Served: Currently practices at two centres in Chelsea and Clapham. For community visits prepared to travel within SE and SW London and the Croydon area. | |
| Referral: | |
| Criteria: | |
| Black and Asian Sessions: No Women Only Sessions: No Disabled Access: No | |
| In book see page number: 290 Last Updated: 2005 | |
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