Addenbrooke’s Hospital Directory of Services

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1st Voice can provide you with free support with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Many children and adults have plenty to say, but are unable to control their mouth muscles to speak clearly. They can use aids such as pictures, written words and technology to help them communicate.
T: 07943 618 525
W: 1voice.info





3H run a programme offering grants to assist disabled people and their families on low incomes to organise a UK holiday for themselves. The grants are given for the accommodation part of the holiday and are paid direct to the chosen venue. The charity liaise with social workers and caring organisations to assist applicants and to identify those needing assistance. Carers can also be awarded a grant for a holiday away from their caring role.
T: 01892 860207
W: the3hfoundation.org.uk
E: Contactus@the3hfoundation.org.uk















W: andysmanclub.co.uk
E: info@andysmanclub.co.uk





T: 01225 637 889
W: apetito.co.uk
E: info@apetito.co.uk





T: 020 3918 8588
W: absnet.org.uk/about-us
E: help@absnet.org.uk





Horse riding can have a variety of positive impacts for the disabled, from increasing balance and coordination, increased joint mobility and muscle tone and overall body awareness. It also offers the chance to learn to ride, with the opportunity to meet new friends, build self esteem and confidence, and all this while having FUN.





T: 01234 838771
W: bedsrcc.org.uk
E: Online Form

BSEVC provides community transport and day trips, the community transport is available around Ipswich and mid Suffolk for those who have mobility issues, or for those who cannot access local buses. The service is suitable for wheelchair uses and all at an affordable price. They also have an advice service on general transport within the area, providing information on local and connecting buses and trains. The day trips are provided from Stowmarket train station, taking the community to the seaside, shopping centres, museums and cathedrals. This is available to all. Over 60’s can access this service at a small cost of £5. The BSEVC website also provides a directory of services for local areas that provide information on health and wellbeing services.
T: 01284 766126
E: manager@bsevc.co.uk
W: bsevc.co.uk

Cambridge Dial-a-Ride is a non-profit organisation which provides local transport services that are safe, affordable and accessible to community groups and to individuals who have difficulty in accessing public transport. Dial-a-Ride is a membership organisation and requires a yearly membership fee of approx £10.00. Dial-a-Ride can provide access to appointments, day centres, community groups, family visits and frequent group travel to the large supermarkets around Cambridge.

Camms Meals on Wheels takes pride in providing meals that are good quality and nutritious, at an affordable price. The service is available to the elderly, infirm and those who are temporarily unable to prepare meals for themselves. Meals are delivered by the same friendly and experienced driver, leaving the family in peace of mind knowing they will receive a regular visit from a friendly face, as well as a nutritious hot meal.
Camms Meals on Wheels will deliver to Cambridge and some surrounding villages.

They also arrange drop in sessions where carers can meet and socialise with others in a warm and friendly environment. During these sessions, carers will have access to stress relieving treatments, support from experienced staff, signposting services, arts and crafts, transport and child care.

Every day 6,000 people become carers. Many don’t know how or where to get help with what can be tough, frightening, financially difficult and very lonely.
Caring for someone you love can be extremely complicated – the maze of rights and entitlements, filling in paperwork, getting a break, managing your feelings about caring for someone can all be complicated.
Carers UK is on hand to make sure that no matter how complicated your query or your experience, you don’t have to care alone. Carers UK is here to listen, to give you expert information and advice that’s tailored to your situation, to champion your rights and support you in finding new ways to manage at home, at work, or wherever you are.
T: 0808 808 7777
W: carersuk.org





T: 01736 757 900
W: cinnamon.org.uk
E: Online Form










W: dadmatters.org.uk
E: Online form





T: 01225 683084
W: damekellyholmestrust.org
E: contact@damekellyholmestrust.org





The objective of the Daylight Club is for members to interact with others on a social level, to help members return to work, enter into further education or to engage in meaningful occupation. Members have the opportunity to take part in a range of activities including interactive workshops, guest speakers, community events and day trips. The club offers a door to door transport service for these activities. There is a small daily charge for the club which includes unlimited tea, coffee and biscuits. Activities available include arts and crafts, drama, dance, healthy living and IT training, with regular trips to local shops, parks, pubs and larger trips to London.
T: 01727 822447
W: stalbans.gov.uk





Requests can be from a parent, carer, healthcare professional or directly from someone with a challenge they would like to overcome.
T: 01923 681800
E: Online Form
W: demand.org.uk

East Anglian DriveAbility has been created to help keep individuals with disabilities mobile and independent. They offer specialist advice on driving with disabilities, including amputees and those who have suffered from a brain injury.
DriveAbility offers services such as specialist driving tuition, motorcycle assessments, and a hire service for aids and adaptations.
They provide support when choosing a car, powered scooters or wheelchair. They also provide guidance on charities that may offer financial help, and provide information on local and national adaptation suppliers and fitters.





The Florence Nightingale Aid in Sickness Trust provides life enhancing grants to help people of all ages in need who are ill, convalescent or disabled. These grants are used to provide medical and household aids to alleviate sickness and make a huge difference to people’s ability to manage at home and live as independently as possible. They do not fund holidays but will provide grants to fund care that enable carers to take a well earned break.
T: 020 7998 8817
W: fnaist.org.uk
E: lisa.hungerford@fnaist.org.uk

Do you live in Uttlesford? Uttlesford Frontline is a website that lists over 180 local health and wellbeing services which deliver in Uttlesford, face to face. Find details quickly and easily for disability, older people, mental health, family, addiction, wellbeing, transport and advisory services.
You can also download the ‘Frontline Public’ app, giving you access to benefit and housing advice services, carer support, patient support groups and many other services.

The Hamelin Trust is an Essex-based charity, offering a diverse range of person-centered support to disabled individuals of all ages. The Trust runs The Exchange Service, which provides daytime and evening activities including leisure/recreation, practical tasks, education, personal skills and development, health and beauty. The Exchange location is wheelchair accessible and they have a variety of rooms and spaces to suit all needs, including a sensory room, computer and teaching rooms, two main large areas suitable for physiotherapy and mobility exercise and rehabilitation. They also have quiet areas where users can learn a musical instrument or work on communication development. The Hamelin Trust also provides a hydrotherapy pool which is fully wheelchair accessible with a ceiling hoist, allowing hoisting from changing rooms directly into the hydro pool.





T: 01799 618855
W: uttlesfordfrontline.org.uk
E: info@frontlinereferrals.org.uk










T: 0207 733 2104
W: hhugs.org.uk
E: info@hhugs.org.uk





T: 0300 30 20 121
W: icusteps.org
E: Online form

Independence at Home was founded in 1965 and has been improving independence, comfort, safety, dignity and quality of life for people with long term illness and disabilities by providing grants for those in financial need.
A grant could be put towards a variety of areas including mobility around the home and community, recliner chairs, wetrooms or even a car hoist.





The Katie Piper Foundation can help rehabilitation for adult survivors of burns, severe scars from a traumatic incident such as a road traffic accident, or those with scarring from Necrotising fasciitis. They can also help family members or carers. You’ll find services that work alongside your existing support networks like the NHS.
T: 0300 365 0055
W: katiepiperfoundation.org.uk
E: hello@katiepiperfoundation.org.uk





The project hopes to create a greater sense of community and independence, showing residents trust and offering the chance to take responsibility and move forward with their lives. Every resident will receive weekly key work sessions to help them work on their support needs and gain independence.
These projects also support refugees, helping them access essential services including help with learning English and finding work. This helps rebuild their lives so they can live in a safe environment and integrate into the community.










The Lions Club is a charity that raises money for many organisations such as Macmillan Nurses, Marie Curie and Injured Soldiers Fund. As part of the project they also provide an appliance loan scheme. The appliance loan scheme loans out various mobility aids for a two month period. There is no charge for the loan scheme however donations are welcome. Items available on loan include wheelchairs, commodes, rollalong and strollers, swedish trollies, shower and bath tools and crutches.
T: 07761 602678





Mark Davies was an event horse rider who died as a result of an accident. His parents established the fund in his memory to help those injured in a horse related accident where no other help is readily available, helping improve and maintain their quality of life. In practical terms, the fund has provided wheelchairs, special beds, house adaptations, stair lifts, travel expenses for family visits and financial assistance to help individuals over their immediate problems. The fund also campaigns on safety and raises awareness of issues affecting equestrians.
T: 01726 813156
T: 07710 788364
W: mdirf.co.uk

The Matthew Project has been helping people live fuller lives, free from drug and alcohol misuse for more than 30 years. The charity has a Christian ethos.





Provides support and guidance to individuals and groups across the UK in starting and managing Men’s Sheds. Men’s Sheds raise awareness of the social and health benefits of Men’s Sheds in reducing isolation, loneliness and in empowering local communities.
T: 0300 772 9626
E: admin@ukmsa.org.uk
W: menssheds.org.uk





T: 0800 111 6234
W: mobilityhire.com
E: sales@mobilityhire.com

The Mobility Trust is a charity that provides powered wheelchairs and scooters to severely disabled adults and children who cannot obtain them through any of the statutory sources or purchase such equipment themselves, allowing individuals to live their lives to their full potential. As well as providing funding, the charity will also arrange and fund for an assessment to be completed by a Senior Occupational Therapist to ensure that the equipment is correct for the individuals clinical need.





T: 0300 456 4566
W: motability.co.uk






The Nancy Oldfield Trust provides accessible boating on the Norfolk Broads offering excitement, freedom and adventure. Activities include, motorboats, sailing yachts, rafted canoes, fishing and bird watching. Trying new activities helps improve self confidence and increase environmental awareness.
Also, on site is a fully accessible bungalow that sleeps up to 10 people. This is available for groups who wish to travel and stay for a week or a few days, taking advantage of all the activities.

The Norfolk Millennium Trust aims to offer unpaid carers a better quality of life, by providing grants for practical items like wheelchairs, laptops, household equipment, home improvements, hobbies and short breaks. Applications must be supported by a professional referee who knows about your caring situation and has the knowledge and skill to give you a meaningful opinion on your request.





T: 0333 370 6700
W: oakhousefoods.co.uk

Papworth Trust is a Cambridgeshire charity, providing care and support services to those with disabilities. They deliver compassionate and professional care tailored to the needs of the individuals and their families, whilst promoting independence and social inclusion. The care programs provide flexible support from a couple of hours per week, to daily support all year round and also a day service providing access to leisure and learning activities.
Other services include housing, supporting disabled individuals to live an independent life with advice and support on employment opportunities, volunteering, learning and development.
T: 01223 478601
E: Online Form
W: papworthtrust.org.uk

Current sports include badminton, golf, hockey and tennis. These festivals are available to everyone, with the aim to encourage and inspire those with disabilities to participate and have fun through sport.
T: 01223 776100
E: Online Form
W: power2inspire.org.uk











If you or a family member are struggling to come to terms with an addiction, then you may wish to get impartial addiction advice to help you, or the people you care for to get the right kind of help.
This private company offers a free advisory service to help you to take your first step on the road to a happy, healthy and addiction free life, but on going treatment services are charged for. If you have private medical insurance it is possible that it may meet the cost of treatment.





W: remap.org.uk





T: 01732 760209
E: data@remap.org.uk
W: remap.org.uk





T: 0303 303 0145
E: Online form
W: revitalise.org.uk

Road Victims Trust is a charity dedicated to providing emotional and practical support to those affected by a fatal or life changing road traffic accident. This includes practical support by supporting and advising on areas such as funerals, benefits, notifying authorities and general support when making decisions during this confusing and distressing time. The emotional support is provided with a free and confidential weekly session, allowing the time and space to express any feelings and to make sense of what has happened. This can be provided over the telephone, face to face at home or in the office, and is available for as long as is needed. Telephone support can also be provided to those living outside the area.





T: 0345 600 4586
E: rowland.hill.fund@royalmail.com
W: rowlandhillfund.org

The Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal.
They are carefully trained to put aside any personal beliefs. They won’t give you a label, a diagnosis or a prescription and want you to feel safe while talking to them, so you can talk about how you’re really feeling and feel safe knowing its all completely confidential.
Their service is free and operates 24 hours a day.
T: 08457 909090
W: samaritans.org






Streetforge Workshops is a small charity based in the Suffolk countryside, which offers day services to adults with various disabilities including those with multiple disabilities and mild mental health problems, sustained from a brain injury or long term condition. The aim of Streetforge is to enhance quality of life, and enable the people using the service achieve a sense of purpose through social skills, social enterprise and through undertaking various activities including: art and crafts, computer skills, cookery, horticulture, woodwork and joinery.
T: 01379 678543
W: streetforge.org





The Survivors Trust is an umbrella agency for rape and sexual abuse support services in the UK. TST provide information, advice, support and therapy to men and women who have experienced sexual exploitation, abuse and violence.
T: 08088 010 818
E: info@thesurvivorstrust.org
W: thesurvivorstrust.org

Brachial plexus is a complex network of nerves, coming from the spinal cord that supplies the arm, hand and part of the shoulder with all its movement and feeling.
Many people need help coming to terms with a Brachial plexus injury and how to live with it. The website operated by TBPIG is designed to provide adults with information and support in coping with a TBPI, and to help achieve a better understanding of the impact these injuries may have on the individual and their family.
T: 07976 317529
W: tbpi-group.org





The Trussell Trust is a charity working to stop UK hunger and poverty. They run a national network of foodbanks providing emergency food and support to people in crisis. Their website also has a benefits calculator and grants search option.
T: 01722 580 180
E: enquiries@trusselltrust.org
W: trusselltrust.org





T: 0800 077 3100
W: wiltshirefarmfoods.com





YMCA is a national charity that delivers a vast array of support. They provide general support and advice, can assist with accommodation issues, provide family and education support and have a variety of services to promote health and wellbeing. Their website allows you to find local services available to you.
W: ymca.org.uk