Perth Autism Support is the only autism specific charity in Perth & Kinross supporting children under the age of 16 diagnosed with autism and their families, through a programme of support, training, therapeutic interventions and social activities.
Matthew's Friends raise awareness and promote the use of the ketogenic diet for babies and children with uncontrolled, drug-resistant epilepsy. They provide a phone support line, up to date website, annual conferences and local workshops for both parents and professionals. Working with their Medical Board of UK leading experts they have produced a DVD on the ketogenic diet.
The Haven is the working name of Breast Cancer Haven. We are a national charity helping people through the experience of breast cancer. Havens offer a free programme of in-depth support to improve the quality of life of anyone affected by breast cancer. An outreach programme is also available.
Confronting advanced breast cancer together.
Thank you for visiting our profile page on MyDonate. Headway Blackpool Wyre and Fylde, a Group affiliated to Headway the Brain Injury Association, provides information, support and social activities for people suffering from acquired brain injury.
Acquired Brain Injury can affect anyone at any time. Each year as many as 1 million people attending hospital in the UK will have sustained a head injury. Of these, about 135,000 are confirmed as having a brain injury. The problems caused by a brain injury may not be obvious to other people. Brain injury can, however, completely change the life of the survivor and their families.Regardless of the cause Headway Black Country can help. We are dedicated to supporting adult brain injury survivors, their carers and families whose lives are often turned upside down by a brain injury.We have a small, expert team that can help guide you to the information and support you may need. We also provide a specialist Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service that offers a wide range of activities designed to help brain injury survivors relearn lost skills and gain new ones. Headway Black Country relies on voluntary donations and fundraising to continue to provide vital services to brain injury survivors and their families. We are responsible for raising our own funds locally, which all goes directly into our work with brain injured people and their families based in the Black Country area of the West Midlands. Headway Black Country is independent and impartial. As more people now survive accidents and live with brain injury, the need for our work is growing.Donations are used are to help us, for example, purchase or provide: • Items required for activities such as equipment, training materials, craft items etc. • One off items needed such as furniture, electrical items etc. • Publicity materials • Special projects and services • Continued services for people affected by brain injury.
The Jersey Oncology Unit coordinates the care of patients with all forms of cancers. Friends of Jersey Oncology (FOJO) raises funds for the purchase of non-funded equipment and services. Funds raised will provide additional care, comfort and support for the Units patients, families and loved ones.
Kayleigh's Wee Stars - Making Memories for Courageous Children Kayleigh's Wee Stars provides support for families to help them to make the most of the precious time ahead where a child has a terminal diagnosis. For more information please visit www.kayleighsweestars.co.uk.
The CGF is the UK's leading charity seeking to ensure that every child's growth is regularly assessed and every identifiable growth-related abnormality is immediately referred to an endocrine specialist. Conditions within the CGF: Growth Hormone Insufficiency&MPHD/Turner Syndrome/ Russell Silver Syndrome&IUGR/Sotos Syndrome/Bone Dysplasia/Premature Sexual Maturation.
We help diabetic children and there families in Somerset by supporting the local NHS infrastrucutre, raising awareness, and supporting local groups.
The CinnamonTrust is the only specialist national charity for elderly people and theirpets.
It works to provide a positive environment where those affected by Multiple Sclerosis can access specialist support. The Centre promotes a proactive approach to living with MS, focusing on what those with MS are able to do.
The Meath offers modern support services for people living with epilepsy and additional challenging disabilities. Providing a 'pathway' from specialist residential through to domiciliary care, and access to a variety of training and other activities, we enable people to live happy, fulfilled lives.
Oxfordshire Association for the Blind (OAB) helps blind and partially sighted adults and children across Oxfordshire to cope with sight loss. We are committed to promoting independence and opportunity and offer information, advice and support to those affected, their families and carers.
The Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre Norfolk is a registered charity providing services, information and support to all those affected by a long term neurological condition. It is a member of the UK national MST organisation.
Since 1984, Harrow MS Therapy Centre has enabled hundreds of people with multiple sclerosis in Harrow and the wider north west London area to improve their quality of life. We offer a range of therapies, support, information and advice to manage MS and its symptoms.
MACS aim is to offer information and support to families living with autism by providing regular autism friendly outings and activities. We work to improve choice and opportunity for our children and young people.To enhance their abilities, encourage independence and build their confidence.
What We Do Edgar’s Gift is a charity set up in 2010 in memory of Ben Edkins, who passed away following a year long fight with cancer. He was just 25 when he died after battling Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of muscle cancer. The charity was founded by Ben’s parents Julie and Neil Bradman, alongside Ben’s family and friends – all of whom Ben influenced and had a special and positive effect on their lives. Edgar’s Gift aims to raise money to enable us to provide special days out, unique experiences and luxury gifts for young adults aged 18-30 who are suffering from cancer. How We Do ItThe fundraisers at Edgar’s Gift work tirelessly in order to raise money for those unfortunately suffering from cancer. Edgar’s Gift organise events large and small, from quiz nights and raffles, sponsored walks all the way up to Football Games starring Legends of years gone by. Edgar’s Gift has links with local hospitals that make us aware of people who need our help and also applications can be made through our website. The charity strives to provide treasured and memorable gifts and experiences to ensure that those who are suffering can enjoy rare moments. Our aims for the futureThe aim for Edgar’s Gift is to continue to raise funds from a variety of events that will allow us to help and support as many people as we possibly can, in any way shape or form. If you are looking to help or raise funds for Edgar’s Gift in whatever way possible, whether it be through a charity collection, a sponsored event, or by organising something much bigger – we would love to hear from you. Please check out our contact page. What We Do
South East Cancer Help Centre aims to give people affected by cancer and their family and friends an opportunity to explore ways which may help them to cope with their situation. The Centre supports people in the choices they make and provides individual and group support, complementary therapies and information.
We are the only approved centre and school for children with cerebral palsy in the London region. Our services include parent and child sessions for babies from birth to age 3, a nursery group and school for 5-11 year olds. Through conductive education, we teach children to be as independent as possible by developing their physical, intellectual and social abilities. The London Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy is the operating name of The Peter Rigby Trust (previously known as The Hornsey Trust).
Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust is the UK’s only charity dedicated to those affected by cervical abnormalities and cervical cancer. Every day around 3 women die from cervical cancer and a further 9 are diagnosed. We are there 24 hours a day offering a range of support and information services.
MRSA Action UK is an organisation run by volunteers supporting people affected by MRSA and other healthcare associated infections. Its work involves raising awareness through supporting training programmes and providing literature and an online resource for patients, the public and care providers.
The Oesophageal Patients Association helps patients who have oesophageal (or gastric) cancer and their carers, by giving support and encouraging them to achieve a good quality of life, by providing information booklets, telephone help line, on-line help and patient support meetings around the UK.
NAS - Furness Branch provides help, support and information to families and carers of children and adults with an autism spectrum disorder. We offer: A regular drop-in to provide support and information and the opportunity to meet other people/families in similar situations Guest Speakers from local services to provide additional support and information Regular Parent/Carer Training Workshops Access to a library of books and resources A regular Branch newsletter to keep families up to date with training/opportunities An Asperger Youth Group for young people aged 11 to 19 Social activities throughout the year for children with autism and their families Awareness and fund raising opportunities A Local Website www.furnessnas.org