County Durham's Families Information Service

We provide grants to fund or part-fund short breaks for those, including carers, of any age, living in England and Wales. There is a smaller fund that will provide a grant for a piece of essential equipment if the recipient has a severe and enduring…

07768 742 940

If you need someone who understands sight loss, RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) is here for you. Everyone who is blind or partially sighted has their own unique experience, so we don’t take a one‑size‑fits-all approach. We offer a range of products and…

0303 123 9999

We are an independent charity who support the social, emotional and learning needs of children with high learning potential of all ages and backgrounds. This includes: Children who have been identified as gifted and talented. Children who have the ability to achieve but who, for…

01908 646 433

The Nystagmus Network is a registered charity in England and Wales supporting people living with nystagmus. Nystagmus is a complex eye condition, characterised by involuntary movements of the eye. The eyes appear to wobble or flicker from side to side, up and down or round and…

01427 718 093

We offer a comprehensive information service that helps to put you in control of your healthcare. Our service is intended to help you make choices about your health, from lifestyle decisions about things like smoking, drinking and exercise, through to the practical aspects of finding…

We are a provider of independent advocacy for children, young people and vulnerable adults. Please see our website for more information.

08088 081 001

The aim of the Nancy Oldfield Trust is to provide the opportunity for people who are disabled or disadvantaged to enjoy a day out on the water, try new activities, improve their self confidence and increase their environmental awareness. Anyone who is disadvantaged, or has…

01692 630 572

We offer self-catering riverside cottages on the Norfolk Broads, most of which are accessible for use by people in wheelchairs. Our cottages sleep from four to nine people and each has a fully fitted kitchen, bathroom including wheel-in (floor-level) shower with handlebars, as well as full…

01692 630 297

JK Educate supports children’s learning: effective tutoring from primary school to university, entrance exam preparations and academic assessments. The consultancy operates to support families across the UK including County Durham. JK Educate also advises families moving into the UK education system from overseas and providing…

0203 488 0754

Independent Living Alternatives (ILA) promote the rights of disabled people to live independently by: offering information and advice on issues relating to personal assistance providing a comprehensive range of personal assistance services ILA also provides a Personal Assistance Cafe - an online resource providing support…

0208 343 6084

County Durham's Families Information Service

Victoria Convalescent Trust

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB)

Potential Plus UK

Nystagmus Network

NHS Choices

National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS)

Nancy Oldfield Trust Ltd

King Line Cottages

JK Educate

Independent Living Alternatives

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