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ACCESS HELPLINE -
BASSETLAW
The Access Officer, BDC, Queens Building, Potter Street, Worksop, S80 2AH.
01909 533533
A telephone advice service on problems relating to disabled persons
access.
ADOPTED PEOPLES
SUPPORT GROUP
4 Wollaton Rise, Ordsall, Retford, DN22
7WT.
01777 701615
valerie@retford26.freeserve.co.uk
http://www.bassetlaw.freeserve.co.uk/adoption/
ADULT PLACEMENT SCHEME FOR
PEOPLE WITH A LEARNING DISABILITY
53 Cheapside, Worksop, S80 2JD.
01909 530205
Long term and respite placements in ordinary homes to adults who require
support because of their learning disability.
ADVOCACY ALLIANCE -
NOTTINGHAM AND NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Brooks Unit, At Kings Mill Centre, Mansfield Road, Sutton in Ashfield,
NG17 4NA.
01623 662664
hello@nnaa.org.uk
http://www.nnaa.org.uk
Promoting self advocacy and providing citizen advocacy services to people
with
learning disabilities and people with mental health needs.
ALANON - ALATEEN
(Serves Bassetlaw)
AlAnon Family Groups, 61 Great Dover Street, London SE1
4YF.
020 7403 0888
alanonuk@aol.com
http://www.hexnet.co.uk/alanon/
If your life is being, or has been, affected by someone elses drinking we
can help. We give support and understanding and we learn together to
improve our lives.
ALCOHOL PROBLEMS
ADVISORY SERVICE
36 Park Row, Nottingham, NG1 6GR
0845 7626316
apas@apas.org.uk
http://www.apas.org.uk
Promoting sensible drinking and providing advice & information &
counselling for
people with an alcohol problem and people affected by someone else's
drinking.
ALCOHOL TEAM - NORTH
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
48 Watson Road, Worksop, S80 2AN.
01909 530729
Assessment and treatment of alcohol problems.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
HELPLINES
0115 9417100
Helpline only - Also available on 0114 2701984
ALLSORTS
The Co-ordinator, 31 Wood View, Edwalton, Nottingham, NG12
4AW.
Social support group for young disabled adults between 18 - 40 years.
ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY - CARERS SUPPORT GROUP
30 Water Meadows, Crabtree Park, Worksop, S80 3DF.
01909 500678
or
Jan 01777 709974
janet@bassetlaw-alzheimers.wanadoo.co.uk
http://www.bassetlaw-alzheimers.freeserve.co.uk
Increasing awareness of problems and needs of people with all forms of
dementia.
Provides help support and information to people with dementia their carers
relative and
friends.
ANSTON AND DISTRICT AUTISM
PARENTS TOGETHER
3 Buttermere Close, Anston, Sheffield, S25 4GA.
01909 568717
ARTHRITIS CARE -
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Information Worker, 23 Station Road, Edingley, Newark,
NG22 8BX..
01623 883161
grahamtom@ukonline.co.uk
To empower people to take control of their arthritis. We offer support to
people through information, self help courses, telephone contacts and
visitor services. We also have local branches, self help groups, and water
therapy sessions at Edwinstowe.
ASSOCIATION OF CHARITY
OFFICERS
01707 651777
info@aco.uk.net
http://www.aco.uk.net
Enabling the principal
officers of Charities to meet to discuss mutual problems, take
appropriate action on proposed legislation or its subsequent effects,
disseminate information, encourage mutual assistance and foster the
spirit of true service in the administration of charitable funds.
ASTHMA ALLERGY GROUP -
RETFORD
The Chair, 35 Northumbria Drive, Ordsall, Retford,
DN22 7PR.
01777 701175
Nebulizar loans when available.
ASTHMA CAMPAIGN -
WORKSOP AND DISTRICT BRANCH
The Secretary, 4 Morton Grange, Babworth, Retford,
DN22 8EQ.
01777 701541
Fundraising education research and mutual self help support.
B
BEFRIENDING SCHEME -
RURAL BASSETLAW
The Old Butter Market, The Market Place, Tuxford,
NG22 0LJ.
01777 871482
friendship@ruralbassetlawbefriending.org.uk
http://www.ruralbassetlawbefriending.org.uk
The Rural Bassetlaw Befriending Scheme operates to alleviate loneliness and
isolation experienced by older people living in the rural district of East
Bassetlaw. The Scheme also coordinates group activities.
BENEFITS AGENCY
Crown House, Newcastle Avenue, Worksop, S80 1NX.
01909 537200
Benefits agency, processing benefit claims. Mon+Wed: 8.30am-4.00pm
Tues:10.00am-4.00pm Thur+Fri:8.30am-3.45pm
BEREAVEMENT CARE -
BASSETLAW
Bassetlaw Hospital, Blyth Road, Worksop, S80 0BD.
01909 502779
Offers support and practical assistance to the bereaved both at Bassetlaw
District
General Hospital and in the community.
BEREAVEMENT TRUST -
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
The Co-ordinator, 118 Skegby Lane, Mansfield, NG19 6PG
01623 625413
To provide via a freephone helpline (0800 435455) comfort and advice to those with bereavement.
BLIND - ROYAL SOCIETY
FOR THE - NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Ortzen Street, Radford, Nottingham, NG7 4BN.
0115 9706806
volunteer@nrsb.org.uk
http://www.nrsb.org.uk
Provide friendly home visiting service to partially sighted/blind people.
Helping with correspondence and all difficulties that are encountered.
BLUE
BADGE NETWORK
198 Wolverhampton Street, Dudley
West Midlands DY1 1DZ.
01384 257001
webmaster@bluebadgenetwork.org
www.bluebadgenetwork.org
Voluntary organisation helping disabled motorists, both Nationally and
one-to-one. The last 11 years we have worked at all Government levels and
developed a people network throughout the U.K.
BREAST CANCER CARE
0114 2760296
nrc@breastcancercare.org.uk
www.breastcancercare.org.uk
The leading provider of breast cancer information. Providing accessible,
high-quality services for everyone affected by breast cancer. All our
services are free and include a helpline, website, publications, and
practical and emotional support.
BREAST CARE SUPPORT
Bassetlaw District General Hospital, Blyth Road, Worksop, S80
0BD.
01909 500990
Support group for women having treatment for breast cancer or recovering
after
treatment as well as ongoing support friendship and fun.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT
GROUP - NEWARK
The Secretary, 5 Queens Gardens, Balderton,
Newark, NG14 3LF.
01636 671782
Meets monthly and gives information support and friendship to women
diagnosed with breast cancer. Speakers are invited to some meetings.
Fundraising events are held throughout the year. Drop-in Centre, 2nd
Thursday each month 2.00pm-4.00pm Sherwood Room, Newark Hospital.
BUILD
- NOTTINGHAM MENTOR PROGRAMME -
Black (people) United
In Learning Development.
164 Alfreton Road, Nottingham NG7 3NS.
0115 9244187
mentor@build2000.force9.co.uk
http://www.build2000.force9.co.uk
To rebuild self-esteem and cultural deference.
BUILDING
BLOCKS SOLUTIONS
The
Stables, Carr
Bank Park, Windmill Lane, Mansfield.
01623 847447
graham@findyoursolution.co.uk
Supporting sustainment service. For people who are facing difficulties in their lives.
BURNS UNIT SELF HELP
GROUP - BUSH
22 Winston Grove, Retford, DN22 6SQ.
01777 704691
Aims to provide support through visits and occasional meetings. Willing to
give talks to groups and/or bring along displays and videos.
BUSES HOTLINE
01777 710550 (From 1 August 2000 - 0870 6082608)
buses@nottscc.gov.uk
http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/environment
C
CALANDINE MOBILITY AND
SERVICE CENTRE
Ramper Road, Saunby, DN22 9EX
01427 848951
anita-calandinemobility@supanet.com
CANCER SUPPORT WARSOP
32 Church Street, Warsop, mansfield, NG20 0NP.
01623 844332
tom.mcguire1@btinternet.com
Free support for cancer patients and their carers. Complementary therapy, relaxation, information, tea and sympathy, courses, counselling, self help group.
CARDIAC SUPPORT GROUP
- BASSETLAW
Post Graduate Centre, Bassetlaw Hospital, Worksop,
S81 0BD.
01909 500990
http://www.dbh.nhs.uk/
When telephoning please ask for ext 2944. A support group which also has a
social element. Occasional visits and speakers are arranged on medical and
non-medical topics. Affiliated to the British Heart foundation.
CARERS
COUNCIL
Nottingham Voluntary Action Centre, 7 Mansfield REoad, Nottingham, NG1
3FB.
0115 9348456
carers-council@mh-carers.fsnet.co.uk
CARERS PARTNERSHIP - BASSETLAW
01909 473923
For list of Carers' Contacts click
here.
CARERS SUPPORT GROUP
Hillside House, Bassetlaw Hospital, Worksop.
01909 500990
Aims to bring together carers and families for discussion and support each
other over matters concerning mainly short term care. When phoning ask for ext 2858.
CARLTON GATEWAY
24-28 Sycamore Road, Carlton in Lindrick, Worksop, S81
9JQ.
01909 730766
admin@carltongateway.org.uk
http://www.carltongateway.org.uk
Our aims are to provide a facility and safe environment for all the
community to access. This can be for fun activities, educational use etc.
We also encourage the use of service providers who can pass on their
skills.
CEFET
- CO-ORDINATING EUROPEAN FUNDING for the EAST MIDLANDS THIRD SECTOR
114 Mansfield Road, Nottingham, NG1 3HL
0115 9110419
info@cefet.org.uk
http://www.cefet.org.uk
Enabling East Midlands Voluntary Organisations to understand, access and
manage resources from European funds.
CHRISTIANS AGAINST POVERTY
The Manse, Hospital Road, Retford, DN22 7BD
01777 705731
retford@capuk.org
Free, impartial debt counselling service by appointment only.
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
- BASSETLAW
Central Avenue, Worksop, S80 1EJ.
01909 476049
director@bassetlawcab.org.uk
Generalist advice agency with specialist services in Welfare Rights debt
management/counselling employment and personal tax.
COAL INDUSTRY SOCIAL
WELFARE ORGANISATION
Welfare Offices, Berry Hill Lane, Mansfield, NG18 4JR.
01623 625767
bob.andrews@ciswo.org.uk
Provides for the social educational and recreational needs of people in
the mining
communities. It is also a central resource of advice and assistance in
legal and
constitutional matters training and social work services.
COMMUNITY ACCOUNTING
PLUS
1st Floor Ormiston House, 32-36 Pelham Street, Nottingham, NG1
2EG.
0115 9470839
enquiries@communityaccounting.co.uk
http://www.communityaccounting.co.uk
Financial training information and services for charitable voluntary
organisations.
COMMUNITY DRUG
SERVICES - NORTH NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
The Maltings, Dame Flogan Street, Mansfield, NG18 1DJ.
01623 620121
Bassetlaw LinkLine 01909 500061
Maltings.Admin@hq.cnhc-tr.trent.nhs.uk
Confidential advice information counselling treatment for those concerned
about drug
use. Confidential and free needle and syringe exchange delivery service
available.
CONTRACEPTION AND SEXUAL
HEALTH
Worksop Health Centre, Newgate Street, Worksop, S80 1HP.
01909 500512
Provides contraception advice on all aspects of sexual health. Well woman
screening
cervical smears.
COT DEATH - FOUNDATION
FOR THE STUDY OF INFANT DEATH
The Regional Co-ordinator, 38 Watson Road, Sheffield,
S10 2SD
0144 2679279
Day for bereaved parents. Information pack leaflets. Preparation days for
befrienders. Befriender network. Talks to professionals and others.
Fundraising. Seminars and conferences.
COUNTY CONTACT -
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Council Offices, 17B The Square, Retford, DN22 6DB.
01777 713800 or 08449 808080
Video Conferencing 01777 711917
contact.retford@nottscc.gov.uk
http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk
One stop access to a wide range of county council services including
trading standards education, adult social care and health department, environment and policy and resources.
Trained advisers specialist surgeries including welfare rights internet
access.
CREDIT
UNION NETWORK
Unit K2, Mill 3, Pleasley Vale Business Park, Pleasley Vale,
Mansfield, NG19 8RL.
01623 819922
myra.bussey@nottscc.gov.uk
Networking and developing Sustainable Credit Unions
CREDIT UNION - WORKSOP
AND DISTRICT
62A Bridge Street, Worksop, S80 1JA.
01909 500575
worksopdistrict.creditunion@virgin.net
Community savings and Loan Scheme run by it's members for it's members
CREDITS4YOU
Red Lion Community Centre, 261 Coventry Road, Bulwell,
Nottingham, NG6 8LT.
0115 919 9220
gud4me@credits4you.org.uk
http://www.credits4you.org.uk
Credits 4 You is the training arm of Bulwell Credit Union and a Not for Profit Enterprise
CROSSROADS CARE -
NORTH NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Intake Business Centre, Kirkland Avenue, Mansfield, NG18 5QP
01623 658535
nncrossroads@mceuk.net
Caring for Carers. Care agency
D
DIAL
MANSFIELD AND DISTRICT - DISABILITY
INFORMATION ADVICE LINE
1 Byron Street, Mansfield, NG18 5NX.
01623 625891
Textphone 01623 625891
enquiries@dialmansfield.org.uk
http://www.dialmansfield.org.uk
Dial - Mansfield and District provides a free, confidential and impartial service of information, advice and advocacy on any aspect of disability to disabled people, family, friends, carers, professionals and students.
DISABILITY INFORMATION
LINK - BASSETLAW
Eastgate Resource Centre, Albion Close, Worksop, S80 1RA.
0800 378066
For disabled people and Carers. Information on local services benefits
support groups
equipment employment education and leisure. Aims to link people with
organisations
both locally and nationally based.
DISABLED PEOPLE -
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COALITION OF
32A Park Row, Nottingham, NG1 6GR.
0115 9475531
Free and confidential information advice counselling and some advocacy for
disabled
people.
DISABLED PEOPLES ADVOCACY NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Voluntary Action Centre, 7 Mansfield Road, Nottingham, NG1 3FB.
0115 9349504
office@dpanotts.org.uk
DOWNS SYNDROME GROUP -
BASSETLAW
The Secretary, 4 Stewart Road, Carlton in
Lindrick, Worksop.
01909 733945
The group aims to promote awareness of Downs Syndrome to support new
parents provide a point to professionals can be called in to provide up to date
information.
DRUGS ACTION TEAM -
NORTH NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
5a Beech House, Ransom Wood Business Park,
Southwell Road West, Rainworth, Mansfield, NG21 0ER.
01623 414114
DYSLEXIA ASSOCIATION -
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
The Resource Centre, St Bartholomews Court, St Annes, Nottingham, NG3
3EH.
0115 9588400
helpline@nottsdyslexia.com
http://www.nottsdyslexia.com
DYSLEXIA INSTITUTE
53 Queen Street, Sheffield, S1 1UG.
0114 2722022
Teaching and psychological assessments of ages 5 years onwards teaching
programmes
for students and courses run for teachers including post graduates.
DYSLEXIA SUPPORT GROUP -
RETFORD AND WORKSOP
0115 9588400
Helpline@notts-dyslexia-assoc.freeserve.co.uk
Local support group for anything to do with dyslexia.
DYSPRAXIA
CONNEXION -
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
dys.praxia@yahoo.com
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/DyspraxiaConnexion
Rural outreach project, supporting children and young people (aged 5 to
13 years) with Dyspraxia, and their parents/carers. Project covers
Bassetlaw and Newark & Sherwood areas.
E
EAST MIDLANDS
OPEN
MINDS
32a Park Row, Nottingham, NG1 6GR..
0115 9749492
info@emom.org.uk
http://www.emom.org.uk
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FASHION SERVICES -
BASSETLAW - WEARABILITY
Unit 7, Canalside Workshops, Leverton Road, Retford, DN22 0DR.
01777 860206
postmaster@bfsdp.free-online.co.uk
http://www.bfsdp.free-online.co.uk
Bassetlaw Fashion Services for Disabled People is a
charity providing a much-needed clothing service for people with
disabilities and special needs who find difficulty obtaining good quality
clothing that suits their everyday requirements.
FIBRO FRIENDS
0115 929 9456
fibro.friends@yahoo.co.uk
http://www.fibrofriends.co.uk
FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT
Holly Cottage, Low Road, Scrooby, Doncaster, DN10
6AP.
01302 711723
All enquiries welcome.
FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT - NOTTINGHAM AND EAST MIDLANDS
PO Box 8417, Nottingham, NG3 5XZ.
email@fibrofocus.org.uk
http://www.fibrofocus.org.uk
FREED - EATING
DISORDERS SELF HELP GROUP
39 Park Street, Worksop, S80 1HW.
01909 479922
manager@freedbeeches.org.uk
http://www.freedbeeches.org.uk
Aims to offer support hope and encouragement to anyone with an eating
disorder their
families or friends.
FURNITURE PROJECT
Unit 190, Road E, Boughton Industrial Estate,
Boughton, NG22 9LD.
01623 836410
recycle@thefurnitureproject.net
Provides furniture free of charge to families in need throughout the
district council
areas of Newark Sherwood and Bassetlaw.
G
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS -
GAM-ANON
0114 2620026
Helpline aims to give advice help and support to anyone with a gambling
problem or
connected with gambling problems. Please call, we can help.
GAY AND LESBIAN SERVICES
DIRECTORY
OF LGB SERVICES IN NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Click here
FRIEND - SHEFFIELD
0114 2758880
Friday 7.30pm-9.30pm
GAI
GUIDE
The Gai Project, The Health Shop, Broad Street, Nottingham, NG1 3AL.
0115 947 5414
NOTTINGHAM
AND NOTTINGHAMSHIRE LESBIAN AND GAY SWITCHBOARD
0115 9348485 or 01623 621515
notts@lgswitchboard.fsnet.co.uk
http://www.nottslgs.org.uk
Monday and Friday 7.00pm-10.00pm
and
The History Project
www.nlgshistory.ik.com
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HEADWAY - THE BRAIN
INJURY ASSOCIATION
4 King Edward Court, King Edward Street, Nottingham, NG1 1EW.
0115 9240800
enquiries@headway.org.uk
http://www.headway.org.uk
We exist to promote understanding of all aspects of head injury and to
provide
information support and services to people with head injury their families
and carers.
HETTYS -
CARERS/PARENTS
OF DRUG USERS
Marlborough House, 23
Woodhouse Road, Mansfield, NG18 2AF.
01623 643476
info@hettys.org.uk
http://www.hettys.org.uk
Confidential support either over the phone or face to face in your
community around living with a family member who is using drugs and or
alcohol. Son, Daughter, husband, wife, partner etc.
HIV/AIDS HELPLINE
Dept GU Medicine, Retford Hospital, Retford, DN22 7XF.
01777 863355
Direct line to health advisers offering help advice and testing for HIV/Hep
B&C. Pre
and post test counselling and follow on support available to clients and
families.
HOMOPHOBIC
INCIDENTS
To report a Homophobic Incident call: 0800 0858522
Specialist team to provide support, advice and guidance in dealing
with Homophobic Incidents. All calls
are confidential.
HUMAN
RELATIONS NETWORK
7 Mansfield Road, Nottingham,
NG1 3FB.
0115 934 9560
nfo@hrn.org.uk
http://www.hrn.org.uk
Social Enterprise founded on the principles of developing holistic approaches to mainstreaming equality and diversity, social inclusion and urban regeneration at both grass roots and strategic
levels.
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IMPERIAL CANCER
RESEARCH FUND
The Shop Manager, ICRF Charity Shop, 25 Carolgate, Retford, DN22
6BZ.
01777 860904
Charity Shop.
ISAS
- INCEST AND SEXUAL ABUSE SURVIVORS
85, Millgate, Newark, NG24 4UA.
01636 610313
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KIDNEY ASSOCIATION -
BASSETLAW & DISTRICT
The Chair/Secretary, 260 Kiveton
Lane, Kiveton Park, Sheffield, S26 6NL.
01909 772278
Members are always ready to discuss problems arising from kidney disease
and their effect on patient and family. We also support research into the diseases
prevention and treatment with fundraising events.
KIDNEY FEDERATION -
NATIONAL
01909 487795
nkf@kidney.org.uk
http://www.kidney.org.uk
Active campaigning to increase treatment facilities. Represents
patients interests to
government and media. Central office acts as an advice and information
centre for patients families and general public. Helpline at 0845 6010209
L
LANGOLD CENTRE
c/o Langold Village Hall, Markham Road, Langold, Worksop, S80
9SW.
01909 732904
services@langoldcentre.org.uk
Unemployment help with CV's job applications training for employment
welfare rights benefits advice housing advice. Helps local groups.
LEGAL SERVICES COMMISSION -
REGIONAL OFFICE
Fothergill House, 16 King Street, Nottingham, NG1 2AS.
0115 9559600
nottingham.lab@dial.pipex.com
Help with legal support for anyone on a low income.
LEUKAEMIA RESEARCH
FUND - RETFORD AND WORKSOP
The Teasurer/Secretary, 12 St Helens Road, Retford,
DN22 7HA
01777 719266
Mainly fundraising for a national charity but also give support to
sufferers and their families.
LIFE PREGNANCY CARE
SERVICE
LIFE House, Newbold Terrace, Leamington Spa, CV32 4EA.
01926 421587
info@lifeuk.org
http://www.lifeuk.org
Life is the national pro-life charity in the UK that offers loving care
and practical
support during and after pregnancy.
M
MACMILLAN CANCER RELIEF
Unit 11, Lenton Business centre, Lenton Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7
2BY.
information_line@macmillan.org.uk
http://www.macmillan.org.uk
UK charity supporting people with cancer and their families with
specialist information, treatment and care.
MACULAR DISEASE GROUP
- BASSETLAW
The Chair, 3 Carr View, Everton, Doncaster, DN10 5AT.
Social together with 2 or 3 outings.
MANSFIELD AND NORTH
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT COUNSELLING SERVICE
18 Botany Park, Botany Avenue, Mansfield, NG18 5NF.
01623 622137
info@mcsonline.org.uk
MANSFIELD
AND NORTH NOTTINGHAMSHIRE SOCIETY FOR DEAF PEOPLE
1 Wood Street, Mansfield, NG18 1QB.
01623 652029
Advice and information on deaf issues and services. Premises used by those
with
hearing problems of any degree or description for social gatherings and
meetings.
MANSFIELD ANXIETY GROUP
Community House, 36 Wood Street, Mansfield.
01623 651177
Support group for men and women suffering from anxiety, stress, phobias,
depression, o.c.d. Cover Bassetlaw.
MENCAP - DISTRICT
OFFICE NOTTINGHAMSHIRE AND LINCOLNSHIRE
Players Court, Radford, Nottingham, NG1 6HE.
0115 9423555
Support to people with a learning disability and their families/carers.
Support to local groups liaison with statutory and other voluntary agencies.
MENCAP- BASSETLAW
Stephen House, 40 Chapelgate, Retford DN22 6PJ.
01777 473923
To provide a meeting place and transport for Gateway Club to offer
assistance if possible to members family and carers of people with
learning disabilities.
MIND - ASSOCIATION FOR
MENTAL HEALTH LIMITED - BASSETLAW
The MIND Building, 6 Hardy Street, Worksop, S80 1EH.
01909 476075
hello@bassetlawmind.org.uk
http://www.bassetlawmind.org.uk
Support & friendship to people experiencing mental health problems.
Free confidential services include befriending support group one to one counselling
information/advice on mental health issues.
MENINGITIS SUPPORT
18 Welham Road, Retford, DN22
6TS.
01777 708326
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
SOCIETY - RETFORD
01777 709395
Provides welfare support for members and aims to improve their quality of
life.
Arranges social events and outings also informative talks and discussions.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
SOCIETY - WORKSOP & DISTRICT
The Secretary/Treasurer, 23 Red Kite Close,
Gateford, Worksop, S81 8WA.
01909 474941
Provides information from National MS Society and social meetings for
sufferers and
families. Aims to improve quality of life and be a support to newly
diagnosed sufferers.
MUSIC SPACE -
NOTTINGHAM
Sycamore Business Centre, 31 Hungerhill Road, St
Annes,
Nottingham, NG3 4NB.
0115 9110692
office@musicspace.freeserve.co.uk
Aims to provide music therapy and information to children and adults with
range of disabilities inc autism mental health problems learning difficulties etc
in Notts.
N
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
P.O. Box 806, Lincoln, LN1 3XG
0207 7300009
eastmidlands_na@hotmail.com
http://www.ukna.org
For the first time in man’s entire history, a simple way has been proving itself in the lives of many addicts. It is available to us all. This is a simple spiritual – not religious – program, known as Narcotics Anonymous.
NEEDLE AND SYRINGE
EXCHANGE
The Maltings, Dame Flogan Street, Mansfield, NG18 1DJ.
01623 620121
Needle and syringe exchange run from the base in Mansfield or via a
delivery/collection service. Advice and counselling for drug users and
others affected
by drug use.
O
OSTEOPEROSIS SUPPORT - WORKSOP
AND RETFORD
17 Cornwall Road, Shireoaks, Worksop, S81 8NX.
01909 475850
Our aims are: to offer support, advice and education through speakers relevant to the condition.
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PARKINSONS DISEASE
SOCIETY - BASSETLAW
The Honorary Secretary, 4 Windermere Close,
Worksop, S81 7QE..
Information distributed help from fellow sufferers. Outings, street
collections, general fundraising, social events and branch holiday.
PARTNERSHIP
OFFICE -
BASSETLAW COMMUNITY & VOLUNTARY
SERVICE
District Partnership Office, BCVS Dukeries Centre, Park Street,
Worksop, S80 1HH.
01909 476118
http://www.bpfh.fsnet.co.uk
Support/Information. Supporting users and carers in the voluntary sector
in the joint
planning of services in north Nottinghamshire particularly Bassetlaw.
PINPOINT
Local organisations in
Nottinghamshire
http://www.pin-point.org.uk
PRO HELP
Business in the Community, Chadburn House, Weighbridge Road,
Littleworth, Mansfield, NG18 1AH.
01623 473220
ann.hilton@bitc.org.uk
http://www.bitc.org.uk
Free professional skills and expertise to the Voluntary and Community
Sector.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
HOTLINE INFORMATION SERVICE
Tent Bridge House, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 6BJ.
01777 710550 (0870 6082608 from 1 August 2000)
buses@nottscc.gov.uk
http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk
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RACIAL EQUALITY
COUNCIL - NOTTINGHAM AND NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
67 Lower Parliament Street, Nottingham, NG1 3BB.
0115 9586515
action@nottsrec.com
http://www.nottsrec.com
Provides help and assistance to victims of racial discrimination or racial
attacks.
Promotes equal opportunities practice with employers and service
providers. Organises equal opportunities training.
RACIAL
INCIDENTS
To report a Racial Incident call: 0800 0858511
Specialist team to provide support, advice and guidance in dealing
with Racial Incidents. All calls are
confidential
RED CROSS FIRE VICTIM
SUPPORT SERVICE
0115 9881710
Help to victims of house fires.
REFUGEE FORUM
- NOTTINGHAM AND NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
118 Mansfield Road, Nottingham, NG1 3HL.
0115 9415599
Working for refugees and asylum seekers.
RELATE -
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
84 Nottingham Road, Mansfield, NG18 1BP.
01623 636553
info@relate-nottingham.org.uk
http://www.relate-nottingham.org.uk
Counselling service for people experiencing problems in their central
adult relationship.
RETFORD ACTION CENTRE
Canal Street, Retford, DN22 6EF.
01777 709650
enquiries@retfordactioncentre.org.uk
http://www.retfordactioncentre.org.uk
Local community resource centre. If people are unable to make their
journey by public transport the Bassetlaw Community Car scheme may be able to help.
RETFORD
COMMUNITIES TRUST
c/o 40 Lime Tree Avenue, Retford, DN22 7BA.
01777 703478
david@retfordct.org.uk
http://www.retfordct.org.uk
Retford Communities Trust is an umbrella organisation for community fund
raising towards town-wide projects, including a school in Aceh, Indonesia.
Project suggestions and fund raising activities can be communicated via
our website.
RETHINK
- EAST MIDLANDS OFFICE
182 Kirkby Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 1GP.
01623 510992
jane.bacon@rethink.org
http://www.rethink.org
RETHINK
- LOCAL CONTACT
The Venture Centre, 30-34 Watson Road, Worksop,
S80 2BE.
01909 532710
Support people with mental health problems. Supported housing project in
Worksop and horticultural therapy project.
capability2@rethink.org
http://www.rethink.org
ROAD SAFETY AND TRAVEL
AWARENESS
Road Safety Office, Bolham Lane, Retford, DN22 6SU.
01777 706040
bassetlaw.rso@nottscc.gov.uk
http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk
Matching transport needs for people unable to use conventional public
transport.
RURAL BASSETLAW
BEFRIENDING
Mine of Information, 2 Market Place, Tuxford, Newark,
NG22 0LL.
01777 871482
07814 254413
friendship@ruralbassetlawbefriending.org.uk
http://www.ruralbassetlawbefriending.org.uk
Rural Bassetlaw Befriending provides a link
between isolated people over the age of fifty and their local community.
S
SAMARITANS
0845 7909090
http://www.samaritans.org.uk
We offer emotional support to people who are feeling desperate people who
are lonely
suicidal desperate or just an ear for someone to listen to them.
SELF HELP LINK -
BASSETLAW
Retford Action Centre, Canal Street, Retford, DN22 6EF.
01777 709650
selfhelp@retfordactioncentre.org.uk
http://www.retfordactioncentre.org.uk
Supports develops and promotes self help activity in Bassetlaw.
See also:
http://www.ukselfhelp.info
SHARE IN BASSETLAW
Bassetlaw Hospital, Blyth Road, Worksop, S81 0BD.
01909 502779
Mutual support for all parents who have experienced a miscarriage ectopic
pregnancy
stillbirth or infant death.
SHE
- SURVIVORS HELPING EACH OTHER
PO Box 6743, Newark, NG24 4WT.
01636 610314
Offers mutual support to female survivors in a
safe and relaxed environment. SHE can offer information for supporters and
male survivors. SHE aims to raise the awareness of the problems
experienced by survivors and promote prevention through education.
SHOPMOBILITY - RETFORD
Chancery Lane Car Park, Retford.
01777 705432
Provides scooters, power chairs and manual chairs. Mon-Sat 9.00am-4.30pm.
SHOPMOBILITY - WORKSOP
Priory Centre Car Park, Worksop.
Provides scooters, power chairs and manual chairs. Tue-Sat 9.00am-4.30pm.
01909 479070
SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETING
SERVICE - NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
0115 9786984
SOBS - SURVIVORS OF
BEREAVEMENT BY SUICIDE
Centre 88, Saner Street, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2TR.
Helpline 0870 2413337
Head Office 01482 610728
Supporting people bereaved by suicide. This is a support group run by
people who have had a similar experience (not a counselling group). For
local co-odinator please contact Head Office.
SORTED
Suite 20, Brunts Business Centre, Samuel Brunts Way, Woodhouse Road,
Mansfield, NG18 2AH.
0808 1561262
Self Help Group for drug free people. A caring confidential support
service for current, detoxing and ex-drug users. We have up to date
information to help you make the change.
We'll call you back.
SUPPORT 4 DYSLEXIA
Harthill, Sheffield, S26 7WB.
01909 771426
sarah@support4dyslexia.co.uk
www.support4dyslexia.co.uk
Assessment and tuition for children and adults with dyslexia or other
literacy difficulties.
SOLICITORS
ATTEYS
19 Churchgate, Retford, DN22 6PF.
01777 707401
http://www.atteys.co.uk
DEAN THOMAS AND
COMPANY
18 Grove Street, Retford, DN22 6JS.
01777 703100
dthomasco@aol.com
ILETT AND CLARK
86 Bridge Street, Worksop, S80 1JF.
01909 500544
law@ilettclark.co.uk
http://www.ilettclark.co.uk
TRACEY BARLOW FURNISS
AND CO
9 New Street, Retford, DN22 6EG
01777 707677
TURNER ATKINSON AND
WARD
39 Potter Street, Worksop, S80 2AE.
01909 473489
STROKE CLUB - RETFORD
& DISTRICT
The Secretary, 101 High Street, Ordsall, Retford, DN22
7TZ.
01777 860358
Entertainment and outings. Getting people out of their own four walls.
STROKE CLUB - WORKSOP
AND DISTRICT
The Secretary, York House, 9 Harstoft Avenue, Worksop, S81 0HS.
01909 476620
Counselling information and support to sufferers and carers. Promote self
esteem a
sense of purpose and pleasure in life and encouraging motivation and
independence.
Have fellowship and fun together.
SUPPORT GROUP
c/o Bassetlaw MIND, 6 Hardy Street, Worksop, S80 1EH.
01909 476075
support@bassetlawmind.fsnet.co.uk
Support for people experiencing depression, anxiety and panic attacks. Wed
10.00am-12noon.
T
TANC
- TECHNICAL AID FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COMMUNITIES
The Chase Neighbourhood Centre, Robin Hood Chase, St.Annes,
Nottingham, NG3 4EZ.
0115 9509684
june@tanc.co.uk
http://www.tanc.co.uk
Supporting communities to initiate, participate fully and benefit directly
from initiatives is at the heart of our work on regeneration.
TAXLINK
Woodlands, Job Lane, Mattersey, Nr Doncaster, DN10 5HE.
01777 817828
graham.rowley@talk21.com
Advice and support on tax self assessment matters and electronic lodgement
service.
TEAM
FOR VISUAL IMPAIRMENT
Meadow House, Littleworth, Mansfield, NG18 2TB.
01623 43343
sylvia.marshall@nottscc.gov.uk
TRADING STANDARDS
ADVICE
1st Floor, Rolleston Drive, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 7JA.
0115 99 34832
24 hour advice line 08450 505200
Consumer Advice.
TRANSPORT
PROVIDERS
(Summary as at the Bassetlaw Partnership for Health Annual Event November)
2004
TUBEROUS SCLEROSIS
ASSSOCIATION
127 Boxley Drive, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7GN.
0115 9234301
appeals@tuberous-sclerosis.org
http://www.tuberous-sclerosis.org
Supporting sufferers, promoting awarenes, and seeking the causes and best
possible management of tuberous sclerosis.
TUXFORD
MINE OF INFORMATION
Market Place, Tuxford, NG22 0LA.
01777 870040
Video Conferencing 01777 870768
moi@tuxfordonline.co.uk
http://www.tuxfordonline.co.uk
A community resource and training centre.
V
VICTIM SUPPORT
E Division, Police Station, Potter Street, Worksop, S80 2AL.
01909 500455
north@vsnotts.org
http://www.nottspolice.org.uk/vicsup01.htm
Trained volunteers based in local schemes visit people in their own homes
following a crime. They give free confidential support and information.
VIETNAMESE
CENTRE
30 Wiverton Road, Sherwood Rise, Nottingham, NG7 6NP.
0115 9691289
The relief of poverty and the advancement of education of Vietnamese refugees living in Nottinghamshire.
W
WAM - WHAT ABOUT ME?
Laurel House, Ransom Wood Business Park, Southwell Road West,
Mansfield , NG21 0ER.
01623 635326
wam.team@nottspct.nhs.uk
http://www.what-about-me.co.uk
Support service for children and young people aged 5-19 affected
by somebody else's substance use.
WARM FRONT
Bridge House, Wherstead Park, Wherstead, Ipswich, IP9 2AQ.
07879 802345
Home energy efficiency scheme.
WELFARE RIGHTS -
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
The Town Hall, Church Street, Warsop, Mansfield, NG20 0AL.
0345 090918.
WITNESS
SERVICE
The Co-ordinator, 30 Potter Street, Worksop, S80 2AJ.
01909 506693
wmags@vsnotts.org
http://www.vsnotts.org
The Witness service offers practical and emotional support to
witnesses and victims who are giving evidence in court. Including
pre-trial familiarisation visits, a safe room for witnesses to wait,
onward referral if further support is needed after the trial, support for
both prosecution witnesses and defence and information for witnesses about
the outcome of cases.
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