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Gingerbread
Provides support and expert advice on any aspect of single parenting, from dealing with a break-up or bereavement to going back to work or sorting out child maintenance, benefit or Universal Credit issues. Our expert…
Good Life Sorted
Helpers for a Happy Home
Good Things Foundation
Like a foodbank but for mobile data, the National Databank provides free mobile SIM cards to help digitally excluded people get connected. 2.5 million households struggle to afford the internet in the UK, and 1 in 14…
Guided Walks in Dorset - National Trust
How do I book my place? All walks require advance booking (with the exception of the Hardy Literary Landscape Walk, which allow you to just turn up on the day). You can book online or in person at locations such as the…
Kooth
A safe and anonymous online support and counseling space for young people. Mini-activities to boost your wellbeing.
Learn Devon
Learn Devon provides adult and community learning courses on behalf of Devon County Council. Digital courses: https://www.learndevon.co.uk/subjects/digital-skills-and-it/
Learn My Way
> 100 free bite-sized topics on essential digital skills, covering subjects from the basics of using a touch screen through to using technology for social and financial inclusion. The platform is flexible to allow…
Letterbox Penpal Befriending - Omega
Leaflets: Letterbox Pupil Pals (students) LETTERBOX is a free penpal befriending service for socially isolated and lonely people. Our clients are carefully matched to volunteer befrienders. They exchange supportive,…
Library Service - Royal National Institute Of The Blind (RNIB)
The RNIB Library is the largest of its kind in the UK, and it's completely free with over 60,000 items in the collection. Our website is your gateway to the entire collection in one place, including audio, braille,…
Live Chat Reading Group - Dorset Libraries
If you like to connect with others and chat about your book experiences, why not join our live chat Reading Group Last Thursday of each month 10am - 11am Other reading groups >>
Macmillan Cancer Support Line
Lots of support online, online community, information and resources, helpline etc Email the support line: Chat online (open 8am to 8pm seven days a week): Online Community Services: Welfare rights advice - our welfare…
Mencap
Online Form:
Menopause Support
Menopause Support provides private support via telephone and video consultations and bespoke menopause training and support solutions for businesses and organisations and menopause training days for therapists and…
Mentell
Mental Health support for men
Mermaids
Aims to reduce isolation and loneliness for transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families. Mermaids is a UK charity that supports transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse…
Money and Pension Service
Money and pensions advice
Money Helper
For free guidance: Benefits, Everyday money, Family & care, Homes, Money troubles, Pensions & retirement, Savings and Work.
Morrisons Community Fund
National
Multiple Sclerosis Society - Dorset Branch
Information, helpline, forum, virtual events
National Careers Service
Careers information, advice and guidance. You can also chat online, ask for a call back or email.
National Debtline
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Service to help you find solutions to your debt
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Expert debt advisers, based in Birmingham. helpyou take the key step of doing a budget so we can find solutions tailored to your situation. Answer any immediate questions you have and together we'll make a plan to sort…
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National Domestic Violence Helpline
Service to help you find solutions to your debt
National Survivor User Network (NSUN)
Small grants for online event accessibility – BSL/captions Funding for groups:
NHS Better Health
Lose weight Losing weight is not about getting it right – it's about getting started. Making small, simple changes can really help you shed the pounds. Get started today with our tips, support and special offers. Get…
NHS Your Covid Recovery (online)
Online resource for those recovering from Covid. What to expect, what's normal and what's not
NSPCC
If you're worried about a child, it can be hard to know what to do. We've got information and advice on different types of child abuse, how to spot the signs and what you can do to help keep children safe. You can…
Omega Befriending Service
Omega is a registered charity dedicated to reducing social isolation and loneliness. We offer Chatterbox, a free telephone befriending service and Letterbox, a free penpal befriending service.
Online Carer Support Group
Third Tuesday of Month- 11.00-12.00pm