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About Face is a support organisation (and registered charity) for people who have at any stage been diagnosed with cancer of the head and neck. We provide one to one and group support at our About Face Centre opposite Poole Hospital and by arrangement in other places. There is a 'Drop in' on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am to 4pm.
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About Face: 01202 677340
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An activity support group for anyone experiencing mental health problems.
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Active in Mind: 07732 637987
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Are you affected by someone else's drinking?
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Al-Anon: Helpline 0800 0086 811
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Many of us drink too much without realising it.
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Alcohol Change UK: 020 3907 8480
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Alcoholics Anonymous: 0800 9177 650
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Mesothelioma is a malignant tumour that is caused by inhaled asbestos fibres and forms in the lining of the lungs, abdomen or heart.
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Asbestos.com [information for those with Mesothelioma]:
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Online support for those with memory loss and those that care for them - here for you wherever you are.
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ATLAS In-TanDEM: 01626 774 799
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Back Care is an independent national charity registered as the National Back Pain Association that helps people manage and prevent back pain.
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Back Care: 0208 977 5474
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Better Futures is a social enterprise which provides online advice for gamblers who want to stop, as well as courses and coaching.
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Better Futures for Gamblers: 07768 081554
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A support group for people who have bipolar disorder and their carers.
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Bipolar Support Group - Dorchester: 0333 323 3885
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To provide a meeting place for people who have had a stroke, in a friendly, supportive way. Meetings include speakers on a variety of topics, lunch, occasional outings, quizzes and games, gentle physical and mental activity. Transport can usually be arranged if necessary. Affiliated to Stroke Association.
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Blackmore Stroke Club: 01747 853428
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We are a self-help group formed to help, support and advise anyone with tinnitus. We are a friendly, informal group and there will be a warm welcome for any newcomers. We meet at the East Cliff United Reformed Church, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth.
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Bournemouth and District Tinnitus Group: 01202 468480
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If you or someone you care about has had a stroke, our service can provide essential information and practical support. We run information programmes in Bournemouth and Poole. We also offer telephone advice and support as well as home visits. We aim to make sure your needs are met as you return to a life after stroke.
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Bournemouth and Poole Stroke Recovery Service: 07984 231917 or 07776 508634
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A group for people of working age with Parkinson's in the Bournemouth and Poole area. We meet at various locations, please check our website for details of our upcoming meetings and events.
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Bournemouth and Poole's Parkinson's People of Working Age: 01202 946888
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Supporting blind and partially sighted people living in the Bournemouth area to lead active and independent lives.
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Bournemouth Blind Society: 01202 546644
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In Bournemouth, the only way to access the treatment system and the services available is through the Bournemouth Engagement and Assessment Team (BEAT), now known as We Are With You .
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Bournemouth Engagement and Assessment Team (BEAT): 01202 558855, Monday to Friday
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The group is open to anyone who has been affected by a brain tumour, whether you are a patient, a family member, a friend or a carer.
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Brain Tumour Support Group - Dorset and Hampshire: 01454 422701
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The group is open to anyone who has been affected by a brain tumour, whether you are a patient, a family member, a friend or a carer.
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Brain Tumour Support Group - Dorset and Hampshire: 01454 422701
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Together we will find a cure
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Brainstrust: 01983 292 405
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The Bridport and District Support Group is a lively, sociable group who offer you the chance to meet other people in your area, get information and take part in the activities we have on offer. As well as our monthly meetings, we hold events throughout the year. Check our website for more details.
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Bridport and District Support Group of Parkinson's UK: 07921 350981
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An opportunity to meet with others who understand, and gain information. We are a friendly group who enjoys a chat, coffee and cake. We also offer an art class once a month, outings and visits, speakers and musicians to entertain us, plus games, quizzes and exercises. We meet every Wednesday (excluding January and August).
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Bridport Stroke Club: 01308 897389
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The British Lung Foundation (BLF) is the only UK charity working for everyone affected by lung disease. We focus our resources on providing support for people affected by lung disease. The BLF works in a variety of ways, including funding world-class research, campaigning to bring about positive change in lung health and improving treatment, care and support for people affected by lung disease.
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British Lung Foundation (BLF): 03000 030 555
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We offer an opportunity for anyone who has been affected by cancer to share experiences and learn from each other. We meet on the first and third Monday evenings of the month.
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C'Siders - Weymouth and Portland Cancer Support: 07430 695462
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Information about services and support for people affected by cancer in Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
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Cancer Matters Wessex:
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The Christchurch local support group offers information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. Meets on second Thursday of the month from 2pm to 4pm.
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Christchurch and District Branch of Parkinson's UK: 01425 271148
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A fellowship of people who share their experiences, strength and hope so they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from their addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances.
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Cocaine Anonymous: 0800 612 0225
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A friendly group for people with coeliac disease in the Bournemouth and Poole area. Check our webpage for details of upcoming events.
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Coeliac UK - Bournemouth and Poole Group: Helpline 0333 332 2033
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The UK's leading charity for veterans' mental health.
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Combat Stress: Helpline: 0800 138 1619 | Serving personnel and their families can call 0800 323 4444, Text: 07537 173683
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The Connection, part of the Dorset Crisis Response Service, is an NHS helpline solely focused on non-emergency mental health issues.
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Connection: Call 0300 123 5440 or NHS 111
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CUPID stands for Colostomy, Urostomy, Pouch, and Ileostomy of Dorset. CUPID is a hospital support group offering patients and their families the chance to meet similar people and to exchange ideas and support one another.
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CUPID: 01202 704813 / 01202 448199
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A support group for parents, carers and friends, run on a self-help basis. Provides an opportunity to gain information and talk to others who understand. This group can also put you in touch with Dorset CF kids, a local organisation with details about holiday or respite breaks.
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Cystic Fibrosis Trust - Dorset: 01202 772229
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Local Alliance groups commit to actions and work towards building dementia friendly communities.
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Dementia Action Alliance:
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If you have or are at risk of diabetes this group is for you. A chance to meet and speak to others, share ideas, support and friendship.
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Diabetes Support Group - West Howe: 01202 580299
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We are the largest charity in the UK devoted to the treatment and care of people with diabetes - to improve the quality of life for people with the condition. Our wide range of products and services are designed to help you manage your diabetes, whatever support you need. We give you the facts about diabetes and the information you need to manage the condition from diagnosis to everyday life.
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Diabetes UK: 0345 123 2399
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The West Dorset Diabetes UK Group is a volunteer group who actively carry out Diabetes education in the North, Mid, South and West Dorset covering an area from Bridport to Wareham and Shaftesbury to Portland. The group aims to provide support through education events for all those living with Diabetes. We place great emphasis on raising public awareness throughout the area.
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Diabetes UK - West Dorset: 01305 835870
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Peer support for people with Asperger's/Autism/ASD and parents, carers and other supporters. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Bournemouth University, Wallisdown, and online from the website (chat room) on the 1st Tuesday of every month. Check our website for details of our upcoming meetings and what subjects will be covered.
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Dorset Adult Asperger's Support Group - Bournemouth area:
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Support for people with Asperger's Syndrome and their carers through the provision of information, advice and support. Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7pm. See our website for details of upcoming meetings and what subjects we are discussing.
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Dorset Adult Asperger's Support Group - Dorchester and Weymouth area:
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Support for people with Asperger's Syndrome and their carers through the provision of information, advice and support.
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Dorset Adult Asperger's Support Group - Poole area: 07789 521758 or 07818 073390
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Advice for people with continence issues. We have clinics throughout Dorset, please see our website for details of your nearest clinic.
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Dorset Bladder and Bowel Continence Service: 01305 259978 (West) or 01202 443111 / 01202 443706 (East)
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Our charity provides a range of practical help and support services for people who are blind, partially sighted or suffering from serious sight loss, across the whole of Dorset.
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Dorset Blind Association: 01202 712865
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We provide financial assistance for Dorset families affected by cancer. By the provision of financial awards, we provide practical support to aid with the recovery and treatment that patients need, when traditional care may be insufficient.
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Dorset Cancer Care Foundation: 07593 890879
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The Dorset Community Stroke Service provides essential information on your type of stroke, the side effects and to help to reduce the impact it can have.
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Dorset Community Stroke Service: 07776 508634
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We are a registered charity providing practical support to our members with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME, and their families and carers. We have a twice yearly newsletter, local meetings, information about the illness, advice on welfare benefits, and an annual medical lecture.
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Dorset ME Support Group: 01305 777670
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We run self-help groups, where members have a shared experience and can give and receive support in a safe environment. In this context, the shared experience is mental illness and the aim is to help each other towards improved mental health.
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Dorset Mental Health Forum Peer Support: 01305 257172
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A support group for people in Dorset. We cover Bournemouth, Poole, East Dorset and Purbeck.
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Dorset Myeloma Support Group: 01202 488116, 07999 231304
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At the Dorset Pain Management Service we believe in providing timely and effective care to support people already suffering from chronic pain and to prevent others from developing it.
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Dorset Pain Management Service: For assistance call 01305 363019 | PainPals Helpline 01202 858361
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The Recovery Education Centre (REC) is jointly delivered by Dorset HealthCare and Dorset Mental Health Forum, a peer-led charity.
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Dorset Recovery Education Centre: 01202 584478
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Drink Aware is a nationwide charity providing information and advice on responsible drinking.
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Drink Aware: Drinkline 0300 123 1110 | lines open weekdays 9am-8pm and weekends 11am-4pm
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The national alcohol helpline.
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Drinkline: 0300 123 1110
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The service provides information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers.
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East Dorset Branch of Parkinson's UK:
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We are Versus Arthritis. We're the 10 million people living with arthritis.
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Ferndown Group - Versus Arthritis: 0300 790 0400
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The club aims to have speakers on stroke related issues and makes a number of therapies available to members at each session. Please call prior to turning up as meeting venue may change. Meets on 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10:30am to 12:30pm.
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Ferndown Stroke Club: 01202 581502
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Fordingbridge Stroke Club welcomes membership from people affected by stroke in the Fordingbridge, New Forest, South West Hampshire/Wiltshire border area. The group provides information and peer support and offers social and recreational activities including games, conversation, outings, talks and presentations by visiting speakers.
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Fordingbridge Stroke Club: 01725 512510
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Friendly, confidential drugs advice.
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FRANK: 0300 123 6600
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Go Girls, established in Dorset, supports women, their families and friends with a gynaecological cancer. We are passionate about ensuring all women receive support, advice and our magical hugs!
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Go Girls Ovarian Cancer Support Group - Dorchester: 01305 255719
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Help and Care - Dorset Self-Management Service: 0303 303 0153
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Helpseeker.net is a non-profit initiative that aims to make it easier to find help services and useful resources for a better mental health.
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Helpseeker.net:
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A support and educational group for everyone. The group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month between 2pm and 4pm.
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Highcliffe Dementia Support Group: 07541 331881
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A self-help branch and support group providing social contact, events and fundraising activities. A chance to gain information and talk to others who understand.
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Huntington's Disease Association - Dorset Branch:
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To provide support and assistance to all those who have undergone surgery for bowel problems resulting in an ileostomy or internal pouch. We are also happy to assist and advise people facing these procedures. Cost: £15 under 60's and £10 over 60's annual membership fee. Various venues used for committee meetings - please contact for details.
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Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Support Group - West Hants, Wilts and Dorset Branch: 01202 740440
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At Macmillan, we know how a cancer diagnosis can affect everything and we're here to support you through. From help with money worries and advice about work, to someone who'll listen if you just want to talk, we'll be there.
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Macmillan Cancer Support: 0808 808 00 00
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Information and support for people who suffer from loss of central vision.
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Macular Disease Society - Christchurch Support Group: 0300 3030 111
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Information and support for people who suffer from loss of central vision.
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Macular Disease Society - Sherborne Support Group: 0300 3030 111
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Information and support for people who suffer from loss of central vision. The group does not meet in August. Check our website for details of upcoming outings and events.
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Macular Disease Society - Weymouth Support Group: 0300 3030 111
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Information and support for people who suffer from loss of central vision.
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Macular Disease Society - Wimborne and East Dorset Support Group: 0300 3030 111
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We're here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support to help them get the most from the time they have left.
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Marie Curie: 0800 090 2309
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A support group for people with dementia and their carers. Social afternoon with activities, advice and support. Carer can stay to access information and support. Following assessment the carer may be able to take advantage of respite time. The group meets every Monday from 2pm to 4pm. Cost: £2.00 per session.
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Memory Lane - Hamworthy: 01202 207310, 07867 354578
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A support group for people with dementia and their carers. Social afternoon with activities, advice and support. Carer can stay to access information and support. Following assessment the carer may be able to take advantage of respite time. The group meets every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm. Cost: £2.00 per session.
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Memory Lane - Kinson: 01202 207310, 07867 354578
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A support group for people with dementia and their carers. Social afternoon with activities, advice and support. Carer can stay to access information and support. Following assessment the carer may be able to take advantage of respite time. The group meets every Wednesday from 2pm to 4pm. Cost: £2.00 per session.
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Memory Lane - Longfleet Road: 01202 207310, 07867 354578
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A support group for people with dementia and their carers. Social afternoon with activities, advice and support. Carer can stay to access information and support. Following assessment the carer may be able to take advantage of respite time. The group meets every Friday from 2pm to 4pm. Cost: £2.00 per session.
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Memory Lane - Parkstone: 01202 207310, 07867 354578
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A support group for people with dementia and their carers. Social afternoon with activities, advice and support. Carer can stay to access information and support. Following assessment the carer may be able to take advantage of respite time. The group meets every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm. Cost: £2.00 per session.
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Memory Lane - Wimborne: 01202 207310, 07867 354578
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Local support group that strives to provide the best possible support to local people with MND, their families and carers. Check our website for details of upcoming events.
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Motor Neurone Disease Association - East Dorset and New Forest Branch: 07541 778448
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The West Dorset Branch of the Motor Neurone Disease Association has the sole aim of serving all those in the area who are affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND). This includes people with MND, their carers, family and friends.
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Motor Neurone Disease Association - West Dorset: 01305 788341
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Support for all people with or with an interest in Multiple Sclerosis. We are based in the Osborne Centre, West Parley, where people of all ages meet for support and social events. Transport is arranged for the less able. Lunch, coffee, tea and biscuits are available.
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Multiple Sclerosis Society - Bournemouth Branch: 01202 570300
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Support for all affected by MS including social events and one to one support, especially for those newly diagnosed and their families.
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Multiple Sclerosis Society - Dorset Branch (formerly North Dorset branch): 01747 823399
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To provide local contact, support and advice for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and their families and carers, and to offer help based on individual needs. Entertainment and light refreshments provided. South west area covers from Lyme Regis through to Blandford.
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Multiple Sclerosis Society - Dorset Branch (formerly South West Dorset Branch): 07554 882414
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Advice, support and information for people with MS, their families and carers. We meet up for social events on the fourth Thursday of every month at 6pm. We also have various outings, see our website for details.
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Multiple Sclerosis Society - Wareham and Purbeck: 01202 622 146
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We hold meetings all over Dorset to help people with drug addictions. Please check our website for your nearest group.
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Narcotics Anonymous: Helpline: 0300 999 1212 (10am to midnight)
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To alleviate the symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis by means of group hydrotherapy and exercise classes with qualified physiotherapists. Cost: £3 per session for hospital gym and £5 for hydrotherapy. Please book in advance, there is often a waiting list for the hydrotherapy class.
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National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society - Bournemouth Branch: 01202 639304, 07799 868603
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To alleviate the symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis by means of group hydrotherapy and exercise classes with qualified physiotherapists. Cost: £8 per session.
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National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society - Poole Branch: 01202 442849
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Hydrotherapy and gym exercise for people who suffer from Ankylosing Spondylitis.
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National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society - Yeovil Branch: 01935 475122
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This group is for patients who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and their partners. Newly diagnosed men are very welcome.
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New-Man Prostate Cancer Support: 01305 266892
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Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health condition in which a person has obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours.
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OCD Action: 0300 636 5478
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This is a peer led OCD support group in the Poole area, running on the first Friday of every month from 7pm - 9pm.
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OCD Dorset: Chris : 07512190058, Stephen: 07833 692307, Kirsty: 07931 371663
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Support and information for suffers of osteoporosis, their carers and families. Peer Support Groups located in Poole, Verwood and Dorchester.
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Osteoporosis Dorset: 01202 443064
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Offering help and support for anyone affected by pancreatic cancer.
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Pan Pals Dorset: 01258 837770 (Audrey)
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We're the Parkinson's charity that drives better care, treatments and quality of life. Together we can bring forward the day when no one fears Parkinson's.
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Parkinson's UK: 0808 800 0303
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We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. We organise regular events, exercise classes and social activities. Join us and meet other people affected by Parkinson's in your area.
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Parkinson's UK - Poole and District Branch: 01202 946888
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This friendly and informal support group welcomes everyone affected by lymphoma, including family members and friends.
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Poole Lymphoma Association Support Group: 01202 540844
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Addictions treatment and counselling services.
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Priory Group: 0800 691 1465
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Our group meetings are open to all, and anyone can attend any meeting or event.
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Prostate Cancer Support Group (PCaSO) - Dorset Branch: 01202 691710
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Our team at the Purbeck Workshop in Wool provide activities free of charge to those affected by cancer, their friends and families too.
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Purbeck Workshop: 07757 776907
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Reach Drug and Alcohol Services works with people who have, or are affected by, drug and alcohol problems and currently offers services in both Devon and Dorset, in prison and in the community.
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Reach Drug and Alcohol Services: 0800 043 4656
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Rehab 4 Addiction is a free and impartial helpline for people troubled with drug and alcohol issues. Rehab 4 Addiction aims to save lives by stopping addiction before it becomes too late.
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Rehab 4 Addiction: 0800 140 4690
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Rehab 4 Alcoholism is a free and impartial helpline for people troubled with drug and alcohol issues. Rehab 4 Alcoholism aims to save lives by stopping addiction before it becomes too late.
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Rehab 4 Alcoholism: 0800 111 4108 (or 0345 222 3509 if you're calling from a mobile)
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We provide a variety of recovery focused activities, training and one-to-one support for people with mental health problems. Our service is based on an ethos of social inclusion, service user involvement and individualised support. Activities include peer support, healthy living, horticultural groups, Bailey's Frames, groups and group work. Volunteering opportunities are available within the service.
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Richmond Fellowship - East Dorset Community Service: 01202 496267
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A community choir for people living with and beyond cancer.
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Rising Voices Choir: 07500 676083
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Shine provides specialist support from before birth and throughout the life of anyone living with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus, as well as to parents, families, carers and professional care staff. Shine enables people to get the best out of life.
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Shine: 01733 555988
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We are a self-funding cancer support group based in Stalbridge and we offer friendly support to all cancer sufferers and their families and friends.
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Stalbridge Cancer and Recovery Support (SCARS): 07961 027089
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The Steps to Wellbeing Service is a free, confidential NHS service for people aged 18+. We provide a service across the county of Dorset and in Southampton for people registered at either a Dorset or Southampton GP surgery.
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Steps 2 Wellbeing - West Dorset: 0800 484 0500
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The Steps to Wellbeing Service is a free, confidential NHS service for people aged 18+. We provide a service across the county of Dorset and in Southampton for people registered at either a Dorset or Southampton GP surgery.
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Steps 2 Wellbeing - Bournemouth and Christchurch: 0800 484 0500
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The Steps to Wellbeing Service is a free, confidential NHS service for people aged 18+. We provide a service across the county of Dorset and in Southampton for people registered at either a Dorset or Southampton GP surgery.
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Steps 2 Wellbeing - Poole, Purbeck and East Dorset: 0800 484 0500
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SMART is a branch of EDAS working as the single point of access to drug and alcohol services in Poole for adults aged 18+.
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Substance Misuse Assessment and Referral Team (SMART): 01202 735777
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A group for disabled people in the Swanage area on Mondays, 2pm-4pm. Transport can be arranged. Please contact for more details.
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Swanage Disabled Group: 01929 425241
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The Swanage Stroke Club welcomes new members and offer a range of activities including speakers, outings and games. We provide both social and communication support to stroke survivors.
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Swanage Stroke Club: 01929 421944, 07757 112484
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A registered charity providing encouragement, advice, support and help to all carers of patients with dementia. We meet on the last Wednesday of each month. We also have two 10 week free courses for informal carers of dementia patients each year. Please visit the website to sign up for the free course.
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The Leonardo Trust: 01202 698325
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We are a self-help support group for people who have experienced cancer and for their families/carers. Our group is based in Bridport and is open to any cancer patients from West Dorset, East Devon and South Somerset. Come and join us at the Friends Meeting House on Friday afternoons between 2pm and 4:30pm.
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The Living Tree: 07341 916 976
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We support individuals involved in crime by offering routes into treatment. The service focuses on reducing harm and risk from the effects of substance misuse, improving lives both for individuals and the community.
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Turning Point - Dorset Drug Intervention Programme: 01305 780087
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A social support group to enhance the quality of life of people who have suffered strokes and their carers. Meetings on the last Wednesday of each month from 10am to 12 noon.
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Verwood Stroke Club: 01202 824654
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Get free, confidential support with alcohol, drugs or mental health from one of our local services or online.
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The Bourne Space drop in house is open Monday to Wednesday 10am - 1pm and Thursday 10am - 3pm and we offer befriending, counselling, reflexology, aromatherapy and information services.
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Wessex Cancer Trust - Bournemouth Cancer Support: 01202 315824
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We have five branches across Dorset. We are a very friendly, welcoming group providing support and information. Guest speakers give talks on feel good and associated topics. We provide telephone support in co-operation with health care professionals. The breast care nurses are closely involved with our group.
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West Dorset Breast Cancer Support Group:
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The Oak Tree Club aims to reduce social isolation and exclusion often felt by those people suffering with mental illness living in the local community. There are many benefits of being a club member, including making new friends, having a social outlet at the beginning of the weekend and also activities/events occurring normally once a week. There is a small charge for attending.
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Weymouth Oak Tree Club: 01305 813465
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The Weymouth Stroke Support Club is a friendly group who help each other by sharing information and experiences, and enjoying social activities such as bowling, meals, exercise, art and games.
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Weymouth Stroke Support Club: 07580664210