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980 services
In or near Dorset
AbilityNet
AbilityNet's friendly technology volunteers provide free IT (information technology) support to older people and disabled people of any age, anywhere in the UK. Every volunteer is disclosure-checked and can help with…
Action For Children
Parent Talk: Advice for parents of children aged 0-19 online across the UK Chat: https://parents.actionforchildren.org.uk/chat/ Sidekick: An anonymous and confidential text service for young carers aged 13-18 in the UK…
Age UK Dorset Service - Handyperson
Age UK charge an hourly rate of £25 per hour, with a minimum of 1-hour booking, and £10 per half hour thereafter. Payments can be made by card or cheque and made payable to Age UK NSWD team after the appointment. The…
Age UK Dorset Service - Handyperson
Befriending Our befriending service is there to support those who are experiencing loneliness and isolation with regular conversation and company, this service is for those who are living alone, who do not have regular…
Age UK - Footcare
Toe nail cutting: clinics are held from 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday. A 30 minute session costs £20, along with an initial one-off purchase of £16 for a personal nail clipper set. Source:…
Age UK - Household Support Fund
Working times: Monday, Tuesday 09:00 to 16:00, Wednesday 09:00 to 13:00 As you may be aware, we are administering money made available by Dorset Council to support clients with the increased cost of living. These are…
Age UK Independent Living - Social Support
Befriending Service (face to face or via telephone): Social Support. The Team of 100+ Befrienders contact you for a chat and talk about the sorts of things you are interested in, or would like to try. We can help you…
Age UK (North, South and West Dorset) - Info and Advice Services Manager
Judith’s Working hours: Monday, Tuesday 09:00 to 16:00, Wednesday 09:00 to 13:00 From 29/04/24: accepting new referrals for Benefit Checks and benefits form completion for clients living in the [name withheld] area who…
Al-Anon
Find a local group F2f meetings: Bridport Tuesday (beginning on 4th June) Tuesday 19:30-21:00 The Committee Room, Friends Meeting House, 97 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NZ ZOOM meeting ID: 880 738 0048 Disabled…
Alateen
Alateen meetings are for 12-17 year olds inclusive. We believe alcoholism is a family disease that affects everyone in the family. By attending online or in-person meetings, young people gain an understanding of the…
Alcohol care and treatment service (ACTS)
The Alcohol Care and Treatment Services (ACTS) is a hospital led multi-agency, multi-disciplinary team based on the Medical Investigation Unit with a trust wide role. Services: Inpatient alcohol detoxification Carry out…
Alcoholics Anonymous
Daily Reflections: Find a Meeting: Local Groups: BRIDPORT Monday 19:45–21:15 Friends Meeting House, 95 South St, BRIDPORT Duration 1 hour 30 minutes Wheelchair Access BRIDPORT LIVING SOBER Wednesday 12:30–13:30 The…
Artsreach
Artsreach will enrich and positively impact the lives of people in Dorset by connecting and empowering rural communities through creative and cultural experiences.
Asker Nature Reserve Project (ANRP)
A local nature reserve project listed in the Bridport community directory. Check current conservation activities and volunteering arrangements.
Asthma+Lung UK
Helpline team is trained to give you information on many aspects of living with a lung condition. Asthma Forum: Lung forum:
Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support
Supporting anyone effected by Cancer in the local community
Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support (ALCS)
ALCS is a local independent charity providing support for anyone affected by cancer. They have regular drop-in sessions on Monday afternoon 2-4 which alternate between Axminster and Lyme Regis. They also have lots of…
Beaminster Country Cars
Volu.ntary car scheme providing transport for hospital, doctors, dentists, opticians, chiropodists, prescription collection and shopping. 45p per mile Areas served: Beaminster, Blackdown, Broadwindsor, Burstock,…
Beyond Autism
Autism Services Directory: 30 miles around DT6: Resource hub: A centralised resource where parents/carers and professionals can access a wide range of information, tools, and support related to understanding and…
Blood Cancer UK
The blood cancer support line is a free and confidential service for all people with blood cancer, their friends and family, and for anyone worried about blood cancer. Monday: 10am – 4pm Tuesday: 10am – 7pm Wednesdays…
Braining Training Sessions (Age UK)
We have Brain Training sessions available in Dorchester & Weymouth, and can even arrange to put on a session in your local community! Brain Training is a great way to stimulate your brain and keep your mind active! Our…
Bridport and District Good Neighbours Scheme
Help with shopping, transport and simple tasks. Journeys 45p a mile plus donation Covers Bridport and villages up to a 5 mile radius
Bridport and District Good Neighbours Scheme
Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm and Saturday 10am to 12 noon or leave a message A good neighbour service providing help for simple tasks and transport for hospital visiting and appointments, doctors, dentists, opticians,…
Bridport and District Good Neighbours Scheme - Trustee
Help with shopping, transport and simple tasks. Journeys 45p a mile plus donation Covers Bridport and villages up to a 5 mile radius. Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm and Saturday 10am to 12 noon or leave a message. A good…
Bridport ASD and Social Anxiety Group (ASCape)
A support group for autistic and socially anxious young people aged 0-25 and their families.
Bridport Brownies and Rainbows
Local Girlguiding groups listed in the Bridport community directory. Check current units, age ranges and joining arrangements through Girlguiding.
Bridport Chamber Orchestra
A local orchestra listed in the Bridport community directory. Check its current programme and opportunities to join.
Bridport Clothes Bank
Volunteer-run clothing support for people in the Bridport community. Check the linked venue information for current distribution sessions.
Bridport Disabled Carers & Friends Club
A community group offering social contact for disabled people, carers and friends. Current meetings and access arrangements need checking.