Online social events and training for adults with disabilities

Runs free, online social events for adults across the UK with disabilities. In-person events available in Edinburgh. They also run life skills training including relationships and sexual wellbeing.

Gambling recovery residential courses

Offers residential courses for adults who have problems with gambling. In some cases it can be low cost or free – this will depend on your personal circumstances.

National problem gambling clinic – England and Wales

Free treatment options including psychological support available for problem gamblers living in England and Wales aged 16 or over.

Young People’s Gambling Support Service

Supports anyone aged 18 and under across the UK who is either ‘at risk’ of or experiencing harms because of gambling. Includes structured interventions, calls and self-help tools.

Gamblers Anonymous Scotland 24/7 support

Find a local meeting near you on their website or access support 24/7 via helpline or live chat.

Gambling information, advice and support for young people

Support for young people affected by gambling including online advice, a free 24/7 online chat service and dedicated helpline.

Sexual and reproductive health support in Northern Ireland

Offers information and support on sexual health issues including contraception and sexually transmitted infections, advice on non-directive pregnancy choices and post-pregnancy counselling.

Find a local STI clinic

Provides various information on sexual health, risk and possible STI symptoms. You can also type your postcode in to locate your nearest test clinic.

Earwax removal

Provides earwax removal appointments and gives information on what these appointments involve.

ADHD and you – Tips and advice

Contains information and resources to help young people and adults living with ADHD.

ADHD information from the NHS

Information on ADHD symptoms, self-management and how to arrange a diagnosis as a child or adult.

Cat Guardians service

Cat Guardians is a free service, aimed at giving peace of mind to cat owners concerned about what might happen if they were to pass away before their cat.

Long Covid Kids Facebook Support Group

Long Covid Kids advocacy and support group on Facebook for families with children who are recovering from the Coronavirus infection.

Oligodendroglioma brain tumour information

Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of a oligodendroglioma tumour.

Information on cancer of unknown primary (CUP)

Offers information on cancer of unknown primary (CUP). Provides general cancer support, a cancer nurse helpline, an online forum, a form to submit questions, and support through online chat.

Pituitary tumour information

Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of a pituitary tumour.

Information on Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (WM)

Information, advice and support, including support groups for anyone affected by Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia, a rare blood cancer.

Meningioma brain tumour information

Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of a meningioma tumour.

Pineal region tumour information

Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of a pineal region tumour.

Information on central nervous system lymphoma

Information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of central nervous system lymphoma. Provides phone, email and live chat helpline, and Facebook support groups.

Information on meningioma brain tumours

Information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of meningioma brain tumours. Provides phone, email and live chat helpline, and Facebook support groups.

Information on pineal region tumours

Information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of tumours of the pineal region of the brain. Provides phone, email and live chat helpline, and Facebook support groups.

Information on pituitary tumours

Information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of pituitary tumours. Provides phone, email and live chat helpline, and Facebook support groups.

Information on brain tumours

Information on the types, causes, treatment and prognosis for brain tumours. Provides phone and email helpline and support groups.

Information on tonsil cancer

Offers information on tonsil cancer. Provides general cancer support, a cancer nurse helpline, an online forum, a form to submit questions, and support through online chat.

Information on adrenal gland cancer

Offers information on adrenal gland cancer. Provides general cancer support, a cancer nurse helpline, an online forum, a form to submit questions, and support through online chat.

Information on ear cancer

Offers information on ear cancer. Provides general cancer support, a cancer nurse helpline, an online forum, a form to submit questions, and support through online chat.

Information on gallbladder cancer

Offers information on gallbladder cancer. Provides general cancer support, a cancer nurse helpline, an online forum, a form to submit questions, and support through online chat.

Information on mesothelioma

Offers information on mesothelioma. Provides general cancer support, a cancer nurse helpline, an online forum, a form to submit questions, and support through online chat.

Information on nasal and sinus cancer

Offers information on nasal and sinus cancer. Provides general cancer support, a cancer nurse helpline, an online forum, a form to submit questions, and support through online chat.

Information on thymomas and thymus gland cancer

Offers information on thymomas and thymus cancer. Provides general cancer support, a cancer nurse helpline, an online forum, a form to submit questions, and support through online chat.

Support and rehabilitation for people with complex disabilities

Provides community-based and residential support for people with brain injuries, physical disabilities, and autism.

Blood and organ donation for the African and Caribbean community

Support and advice for the African and Caribbean community on blood and organ donation.

Blood cancer and stem cell donor support

Information, support and peer stories for people affected by blood cancer and those who want to become stem cell donors.

Charity advice on dental complaints

Helpline providing advice on the dental complaints procedures.

Online self-harm support programme for teenagers

A free 7-week programme for teenagers struggling with self-harm to anonymously discuss experiences and seek advice and support.

Vegetarian food information and recipes

Find vegetarian information and recipes including recipes designed to accommodate other dietary requirements eg gluten-free.

Ependymoma brain tumour information

Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of an ependymoma tumour.

Embryonal brain tumour information

Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of embryonal tumours.

Respite breaks and support for carers in Scotland

A site to help unpaid carers find respite opportunities and to find financial support through their Funding directory.

Carer support organsations in Scotland

This page includes a list of carer support organisations in Scotland which are recognised by the Scottish Government as support organisations for unpaid carers.

Anxiety and panic attack relief app

The DARE app provides a training program to help people overcome anxiety, panic attacks, worry, and insomnia. Includes a free mood journal and free audio guides, meditations and sleep guides.

Information for people with a spinal tumour

Information booklet on spinal tumours available online or free to order as a paper copy. Also provides contact details for support groups.

Gynaecological cancer information and support

Information on gynaecological cancers and a Facebook support group for women with cervical, ovarian, endometrial, vulval or vaginal cancer.

Travel company for disabled and elderly people

Arranges paid trips for disabled and elderly people both within the UK and internationally with care and support.

Pseudomyxoma peritonei and appendix cancer support

Provides information, stories, support groups, buddies and financial help, for those affected by pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP), appendix cancers and rare peritoneal malignancies.

Support for adult survivors of burns and scars

Offers rehabilitation and hair restoration services, in consultation with existing health teams, and a survivor support line for more information.

Teenage and young adult cancer survivor support

Survivor stories, useful links and information on medical, emotional, financial and other lifestyle impacts of childhood cancer. Aftercare booklet available for download.

Laryngectomy clubs across the UK

Support and information for people with laryngectomees and their families. Online publications and quarterly newsletter available for free.

Information on Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and throat cancer

Information and patient stories for people affected by throat cancer. Information on HPV and HPV-related throat cancer.

Information on liver cancer

Information on the causes, diagnosis and treatment of liver cancer.

Information on chordoma bone tumours

Information on the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of chordoma, a rare bone tumour. A private Facebook support group is available.

App to help you manage your cancer care

App to help you track symptoms and medication, set reminders for medication, record appointments and understand your care plan.

Type 2 diabetes Facebook group

A Facebook group for people with type 2 diabetes.

Directory of diabetes support groups

A directory of local diabetes support groups.

Emergency pet care charity in Scotland

Provides short term emergency care for pets, when their owner is unable to do so through illness, homelessness or domestic abuse and cannot arrange any alternative care.

Acquired brain injury support in Northern Ireland

Information, counselling, physiotherapy, training, and support for people living in Northern Ireland who have suffered from a brain injury and their families.

Information on haemangioblastoma brain tumours

Information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of haemangioblastoma brain tumours. Provides phone and email helplines staffed by cancer nurses, and an online chat forum.

Information on lymphoma of the central nervous system

Information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of lymphoma of the brain or spinal cord. Provides a phone, email and live chat helpline, carer support, and other patient support resources.

Training and support for parents of Neurodivergent children

Provides training and support for those caring for Neurodivergent children with conditions such as ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia, and Dyslexia.