Telephone advice
24 hour helpline for drug and alcohol abuse
A 24 hour telephone helpline that offers confidential advice and counselling on drug and alcohol misuse. http://www.integrative-counsellor.co.uk/phdi/p1.nsf/supppages/2356?opendocument&part=7 emergencyhelpline@yahoo.co.uk
AbilityNet
AbilityNet is a national charity helping disabled people of all ages find the right access technologies to faciliate full use of computers and the Internet.
Action on Hearing Loss - support with deafness and tinnitus
Action on Hearing Loss (formerly Royal National Institute for Deaf People) is one of the leading national experts in providing support for people living with hearing loss and tinnitus. The helpline offers free confidential and impartial information and advice. Specifically, the charity can assist with: Identifying what help you need,…
0780 0000 360
Age UK - Dover
We offer an information and advice service at the Riverside Centre for older people in the Dover area as well as the following: Hot meals and snacks, Monday to Saturday Transport available from the town and rural areas Bathing services Toenail cutting Hairdressing Hearing aid…
Alzheimer's Society - Kent and Medway
At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most If you or…
Autism All Stars
Raise awareness, demystify autism, inform people of the positives of living on the spectrum, to raise self-esteem and self-confidence, to support distressed and isolated teenagers and adults with autism, the help provide a diagnosis, to educate and provide support for families.
Canterbury and Coastal Rethink Carers Support Group
A safe and welcoming group for people looking after (being an unpaid carer for) someone living with mental illness. The group helps people to come together to share experiences and support each other. The informal group discussions provide valuable information and the more formal meetings with guest speakers also provide…
Centre for Independent Living in Kent (CILK)
Practical support, information and advice to help people living with disabilities to enjoy the freedom of independent living. The service includes advice on benefits, housing and access to other useful resources. Sometimes you may feel you are not being listened to, for example by health and…
Child Death Helpline
The Child Death Helpline is there to listen. They understand that the death of a child is one of the most devastating events that anyone may experience. Sometimes the feelings of grief can be so overwhelming that they make everyday living very difficult – they are…
0808 800 6019
Cruse Bereavement Care - East Kent with Swale
The death of someone close can be devastating and painful, turning your life upside down. Bereaved people can feel vulnerable, desperate and hopeless, and even suicidal. Cruse's trained, experienced volunteers are passionate about caring for any bereaved person who needs help in coping with their…