Loneliness and Isolation
Bassetlaw Action Centre
Canal Street Retford Nottinghamshire
Bassetlaw Action centre is a community resource agency offering help and support to individuals and organisations throughout Bassetlaw.
Contact Canal Street Retford Nottinghamshire
Email: enquiries@actioncentre.org.uk
Phone: 01777 709650
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE 26.06.2020
Bassetlaw Action Centre remains closed until further notice, however we are now able to offer a Volunteer Shopping Service to those in need of essential shopping. Our Community Car Scheme is now starting to take bookings and Home Support cleaning services will resume from 1st July 2020. Please call for more details Telephone: 01777 709650.
Our staff continue to offer telephone consultations and support.
Staying Well Courses and Minibus trips are postponed until further notice.
Winter newsletter: https://www.bcvs.org.uk/images/November2020/Winter_Newsletter_2020.pdf
Bassetlaw Action Centre is a community resource agency offering help and support to individuals and organisations throughout Bassetlaw; promoting the independence of older and vulnerable people and supporting individuals with long term conditions.
Opening times: Monday- Friday: 9:00am - 13:00pm (outside these hours an answerphone service is available).
Bassetlaw Citizens Advice
The Annex Queen's Building Worksop
A Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) is one of a network of independent charities throughout the UK that give free, confidential information and advice to help people with their money, legal, consumer and other problems.
Contact The Annex Queen's Building Worksop
Phone: 0300 4568369
Website: https://data.bassetlaw.gov.uk/citizens-advice-bureau/
COVID19 update, 29th July 2020 - We apologise, but due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we are unable to offer face to face advice until further notice.
Instead our advisers will be offering support by telephone (Mon - Fri 10am - 2pm)
For debt problems call 01909 498890 or for general problems call 0300 4568369. For cancer-related money problems call 01909 498889.
Every Citizens Advice is a registered charity reliant on our trained volunteers and funding to provide these vital services for local communities.
Bassetlaw Citizens Advice offers free generalist advice to any person accessing the service. Specialist services within our team are only available to individuals resident in the Bassetlaw area.
Generalist Advice sessions cover all enquiry areas such as; employment, debt, welfare rights (inlcuding Universal Credit), relationships, housing, consumer rights & saving money on energy bills.
Our office provides drop-in sessions where a short introductory interview will be held to help decide how you can be best advised. You may then require a follow on appointment.
Worksop office drop-in sessions:
Mon: 09.30 - 15.00
Wed: 09.30 - 15.00
Fri: 09.30 - 13.00
Retford office drop-in sessions:
Tuesday & Thursday 10.00 - 14.00
Telephone advice line- 03444 111 444
Unless indicated otherwise, an adviser should be available to provide introductory information to help decide how you can best progress with your enquiry.
Monday-Friday 10.00 - 16.00
National Number: 03444 111 444
Home from Hospital in Bassetlaw Royal Voluntary Service
Royal Voluntary Service C/O Royal Voluntary Service Shop Bassetlaw Hospital Blyth Road, Worksop Nottinghamshire
Support for the over 50's returning home from hospital. Service users can self refer by telephone or email. Worksop 01909 484437
Home from Hospital in Bassetlaw Royal Voluntary Service
Royal Voluntary Service C/O Royal Voluntary Service Shop Bassetlaw Hospital Blyth Road, Worksop Nottinghamshire
Contact Royal Voluntary Service C/O Royal Voluntary Service Shop Bassetlaw Hospital Blyth Road, Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: joanne.myatt@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
Phone: 01909 484437 / 07714 898531
COVID19 - update, 16th July 2020 - Telephone safe and well checks, shopping and meds collection if volunteers are available.
Still no face to face activity. Safe and well telephone calls and assistant shopping only.
Bassetlaw Hospital Discharge Scheme operates in Bassetlaw district for anyone aged 50 or over on hospital discharge and helps them to quickly regain their independence and confidence.
The patients will be visited on the ward before discharge and matched with a volunteer. Services offered include:
- Preparing the home for return
- Assisting with visits to outpatients' appointments, shopping, collecting prescriptions and social activities
- Signposting to other service benefit checks, home safety, community transport and other community services.
All volunteers are trained and DBS checked, and will provide support for six to eight weeks.
Opening times
Monday: 9 - 5pm
Tuesday: 9 - 5pm
Wednesday: 9 - 5pm
Thursday: 9 - 5pm
Friday: 9 - 5pm
The 50 Plus Thursday Club at North Notts. Community Arena
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
A friendly and sociable group for over 50s, offering a variety of activities including bowls, short mat bowls, badminton, table tennis, and snooker.
The 50 Plus Thursday Club at North Notts. Community Arena
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Contact North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: reception@nnca.org.uk
Phone: 01909 480164
Website: http://www.nnca.info/
THE ARENA IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID19
A friendly and sociable group for over 50s, offering a variety of activities including bowls, short mat bowls and snooker.
The group meets every Thursday, from 10.15am to 1.00pm, at the North Notts Community Arena, Eastgate, Worksop.
For more information, please contact the Arena on 01909 480164.
The Royal British Legion - Worksop and Retford District
The Royal British Legion provides financial, social and emotional support to millions who have served and are currently serving in the Armed Forces, and their dependants.
COVID19 update - 13th July - happy to provide telephone support to those who may need it.
During the coronavirus outbreak the health and well-being of the people we support, our staff, members, and volunteers is, and will remain, our priority.
Our services are still available, and we are working with partners and other organisations to support communities across the UK. Based on Government advice, we have made some changes to ensure we continue to support and protect our community as best we can.
Our support is still available
We understand that you may need our help now more than ever, and our support services are still operating with some changes.
Regional support
Local support is available, and there are still organisations and communities across the UK ready to lend a helping hand. However, to best protect our beneficiaries and staff, we have closed our Pop-in centres for now. For advice and support nearby, contact us on Freephone 0808 802 8080 or email info@britishlegion.org.uk
Specialist services
We are still able to provide support and advice for any challenges you may be facing. Financial and employment support is still ongoing, as we understand your circumstances may have changed recently. Your physical and mental wellbeing is incredibly important, and if you have a specific need right now contact us on freephone 0808 802 8080 or email info@britishlegion.org.uk to discuss your situation.
Admiral Nurses
Our Admiral Nurses service helps you care for members of your household who may be struggling with dementia. We have stopped home visits for now but can provide advice over the phone. Freephone 0808 802 8080 or email ANsupport@britishlegion.org.uk for help looking after a loved one with dementia.
Local support through Veterans’ Gateway
Whatever kind of support you may need, the Veterans’ Gateway local support tool can show you organisations close by that are ready to help.
Care home recruitment
During the COVID-19 outbreak our highest priority is the safety and well-being of our elderly and vulnerable veterans. More than ever the Legion needs skilled staff to help us care for those living in our care homes. So we can keep delivering the care they deserve, we need more staff to cover for sickness and absence.
We are calling on nurses, care assistants, general assistants, catering staff, administrators and maintenance staff, who are available for work now. We’ve got full and part time roles at our six UK care homes in Taunton, Cromer, Broadstairs, Bexhill-on-Sea, Southam and Ripon. The Legion is also looking to recruit an army of casual staff members able to provide temporary support to the homes during this crisis.
If you can help us by filling any of the roles in one of our homes, or know someone who can, please contact the Legion as soon as possible on 0808 802 8080 or LegionNeedsYou@britishlegion.org.uk.
Ways to get in touch
The RBL Helpline remains fully operational, so if you or someone you know in the Armed Forces community needs our support, please continue to contact us on 0808 802 8080 (8am to 8pm, 7 days a week). You can also email us at info@britishlegion.org.uk.
As of Thursday 19 March, our 15 Pop In Centres on high streets around the UK will be closed until it is safe to reopen them.
Please note that as our offices are closed, we're currently unable to open any post. If you'd like to get in touch please contact us by email at info@britishlegion.org.uk, or by calling 0808 802 8080.
If your concern is Covid-19 related we would encourage you to contact NHS 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk/covid-19 as they will be best placed to support you.
Upcoming events
All of our fundraising events until the end of August have sadly been postponed. We are in the process of reviewing events that are due to take place in the Autumn and will be contacting all participants over the coming weeks to discuss options. If you’re currently fundraising for the Legion, please contact our supporter care line on 0333 011 4500 for assistance with fundraising or donations.
Our Membership Annual Conference will not be taking place in its current form, however we are exploring other options. We will keep our members informed of our plans around this. In the meantime, please call 0800 307 7773 for help with Membership queries.
We’re encouraging all communities across the UK to join forces to ensure help and care is available for anyone who may be experiencing hardship, loneliness or isolation. Please do get in touch if you need us during this challenging time, and we stand ready to support you.
The Royal British Legion is the UK's leading charity providing financial, social and emotional support to millions who have served and are currently serving in the Armed Forces, and their dependants.
The Worksop and District Branch meets on the last Friday of every month at 7.30 at Worksop Forest Golf Club
A Call In Time
A free service where a trained volunteer can give you a friendly call once a week to discuss anything you want to from the weather to your favourite subject at a time to suit you. For 0ver 60s who are lonely and isolated.
COVID19 update 20th July 2020 - this service is running as normal - telephone service.
A free service where a trained volunteer can give you a friendly call once a week to discuss anything you want to from the weather to your favourite subject at a time to suit you. For 0ver 60s who are lonely and isolated.
Adult Social Care- Nottinghamshire
As you get older, or if you have problems with your health or mobility, then living independently and safely can become increasingly challenging.
Contact
Phone: 0300 500 80 80
Website: https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/care/adult-social-care/contact-us
COVID19 update, 20th July 2020 - for full details please visit https://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/home.page
We also provide some services to help you keep independent which you can access at anytime, without the need for any type of assessment.
These include:
Meals at Home delivery service
http://www.countyenterprisefoods.co.uk/
Handy Person's Adaptation Service- help and support to keep people safe secure in their home with free or low-cost but high quality essential adaptations small practical jobs.
- telephone: 0300 500 80 80.
- email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk.
The Connect Service- can help you by finding info about local services, activities & opportunities. If needed, Connect staff can work with you around money issues, housing problems, health management & other things. This short-term support will be tailored to your needs & will focus on achieving what you want in a way that suits you.
- website: www.personalisedsupport.co.uk/Bassetlaw-Connect
- telephone: 0115 844 3541
Independent Financial Advice & Support
0300 500 80 80
If after exploring these options you feel you may need more support, then you might need to have a Care & Support Assessment. This will allow you to explain the things you are finding hard to achieve & we will discuss with you how we might be able to help you.
The aim of the assessment will always be to help you regain or maintain a level of independence. We will carry out the assessment in the most proportionate way depending on your needs, this could be over the telephone or at one of our clinics.
Please contact us on 0300 500 80 80, an advisor can help you with your options and may complete a referral for a care and support assessment.
Aurora Wellbeing Centre
The Old Library Memorial Avenue Worksop
A Community Resource Centre which is able to support and help people who have been diagnosed with cancer. Centres in Doncaster, Mexborough and Worksop.
Tea Rooms & Charity shop on site
Contact The Old Library Memorial Avenue Worksop
Email: admin@aurorawellbeing.org.uk
Phone: 01909 470985
Aurora services set to relocate to enable building work to commence
02 October 2020
Aurora Wellbeing in Worksop has this week relocated a number of vital services in preparation for the start of building works and the transformation of the Old Library Building on Memorial Avenue.
Aurora Wellbeing, a local charity that supports people in Bassetlaw affected by cancer and long term health conditions was in 2019 awarded £1.56M from the National Heritage Lottery Fund (NHLF), boosted to £2M with support from key stakeholders, to transform the Old Library Building where the Aurora charity is based.
Throughout the duration of the building works, Aurora will continue to deliver services to local people to ensure people in Bassetlaw diagnosed with cancer receive vital help and support, and until services can return to the centre in 2021.
The Aurora Charity Shop and Tea Rooms will relocate to the former Dukeries Tea Rooms building on Bridge Street in Worksop in October 2020, for a period of approximately six months and will open daily from Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 3 pm.
Aurora beauty therapy services will continue to deliver services from Sparkles Beauty, Kilton Road, Worksop and customers are asked to call 0750 3612084 during this period to book appointments.
Aurora Wellbeing Practitioners will continue to provide health needs assessments and support across the Bassetlaw area (working remotely) to help support people and their families with a cancer diagnosis, and to offer emotional support, counselling and workshops.
Aurora exercise classes, including Yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi, will continue either online via Zoom or at locations across the locality.
Our support lines are open Monday - Friday (9 am-5 pm). Please call us on 01909 470985 or email admin@aurorawellbeing.org.uk
Pre-loved charity shop
Aurora’s pre-loved charity shop is now open. They have a fantastic selection of good quality clothes, children’s toys and a second hand book collection selling books at very reasonable prices for you to browse. Their volunteers have been busy making hand-crafted quality facemasks, which have an internal breathable filter material and these are available to buy or order from the shop.
Valerie’s tearooms
They are operating a takeaway service from their much loved Valerie’s Tearooms and welcome old and new friends to visit and take away a hot drink, slice of cake or light refreshments. They also have a competitive meal deal on offer.
Aurora services
Aurora continues to offer telephone-based support and services to people and their families affected by cancer or long term health conditions. Every day their advisors speak to people who are living with cancer, newly diagnosed or struggling to move forward with life after treatment, and for many, they face additional difficulties due to the coronavirus outbreak. Right now, it is their priority to stay in touch with clients, volunteers and many friends of the charity. They are continuing to offer support and a friendly listening ear to anyone who may be struggling with feelings of anxiety, loneliness or depression and encourage you to chat about your concerns. Contact Aurora via telephone, Monday to Friday from 10.00am to 4.00pm, on 01909 470985.
Aurora is continuing to offer a range of support services whilst the centre remains closed, and they continue to share information and advice and arrange counselling and bereavement support. Their support groups have moved online, along with Aurora courses and exercise classes. Anyone interested is encouraged to get in touch or to subscribe to their newsletter to keep up to date. Visit www.aurorawellbeing.org.uk/worksop and click on the link.
The rest of Aurora’s facilities in the centre will be monitored closely and will become available when it is safe to do so. They are lucky to be situated in the delightful Memorial Gardens so go along, enjoy the gardens and visit the Aurora Centre.
Aurora would like to thank all of their volunteers and the local community for their continued support.
Support local
If you would like to donate to Aurora to support local people in Bassetlaw diagnosed with cancer, please visit www.localgiving.org/charity/aurorawellbeingcentres.
The telephone service is open Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 4.00pm. Call 01909 470985 or email admin@aurorawellbeing.org.uk, follow them on Twitter, @AuroraCentres, or Facebook, @AuroraWellbeingCentreBassetlaw.
Aurora provides support to people affected by cancer and long term health conditions.We share information and advice, arrange counselling, signpost support groups, courses and exercise classes. We also offer professional beauty treatments and holistic therapies and advice on skin care and hair loss, to help boost self-esteem and self-confidence whilst undergoing, and recovering from cancer treatments.
The Aurora centre is open Monday - Friday 09.30 am - 4.30pm
Shireoaks Village Hall
Shireoaks Road Shireoaks Worksop Notts
Village Hall
Contact Shireoaks Road Shireoaks Worksop Notts
Email: peter.v.stanley@btinternet.com
Phone: 01909 477391
Please email Peter Stanley or call on the number below if you wish to hire the hall or enquire about groups and activities which run from the Village Hall.
Coffee Mornings on Thursday every week 10am-12pm started again post covid 30/07/2020
Brownies, Mother & Toddler Group also meet. Email or call for information.
Pushabout Clumber
Pushabout buggy walks are aimed at any parent or carer of babies/toddlers wanting to become more active, meet new people and enjoy clumber park.
Contact
Phone:
Website: https://www.walkingforhealth.org.uk/walkfinder/east-midlands/bassetlaw-pushabout-clumber
To help suppress the spread of the Covid19 virus, we have released guidance on how to safely restart walks. Some activities still remain suspended – including training, social activities and other meetings. These activities have stopped until further notice, subject to further developments.
Pushabout buggy walks are aimed at any parent or carer of babies/toddlers wanting to become more active, meet new people and enjoy clumber park.
The walks are designed to increase energy levels, improve cardiovascular fitness and help you get out into the fresh air.
The walks are over terrain suitable for buggies/pushchairs and last approximately one hour.Walks are on Wednesdays, meet at the clock tower (near main facilities).
Check the website for walk near you and their contact details.
Mattersey Villages Together Group
All Saints Abbey Road Mattersey Nottinghamshire
A large and lively group that meet for a wide variety of activities and pastimes.
Contact All Saints Abbey Road Mattersey Nottinghamshire
Email: maureennewbonmcdermott@gmail.com
Phone: 01777 818 880 / 07921 132 889
CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID 19 - UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Villages Together’ meetings are held every other Tuesday. A nominal charge of £3 is made per session which includes tea or coffee and biscuits. Everyone is welcome, from Mattersey or any of the neighbouring villages and we aim to provide a friendly welcome to all and to offer a varied and entertaining programme of speakers, occasional visits to places of interest and social events. You don't have to be lonely to come, but if you are, it's a good place to come: get in touch or just turn up. It's not a cliquey group at all and we welcome newcomers, visitors or anyone who is interested in the topics of our meetings on a one off, or a regular basis. If you have friends in other villages, please bring them along. Villages Together is supported by Blue Skies Community Initiative.
Samaritans
1A Grove Street Mansfield Nottinghamshire
If you feel that things are getting to you, get in touch. It doesn't matter who you are, how you feel, or what has happened.The Samaritans can be contacted by phone or email and are there 24/7
Contact 1A Grove Street Mansfield Nottinghamshire
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Phone: 116 123 Helpline
Website: http://www.samaritans.org
Available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress, despair or suicidal thoughts.
Call 116 123 from any phone OR email jo@samaritans.org
Nottinghamshire Sexual Violence Support Services
30 Chaucer Street Nottingham
If you are aged 18+ and have experienced rape, sexual violence or childhood sexual abuse, either recently or in the past then we are here to help you.
Contact 30 Chaucer Street Nottingham
Phone: 0115 941 0440 or 0808 800 0340 24 hours a day
Website: https://nottssvss.org.uk/
CORONAVIRUS – CHANGES TO SERVICE
Following recent updates in managing the spread of Coronavirus we have made changes to the way we are supporting service users. Our Helpline will be open for extra hours and we are taking referrals into all our services. Face-to-Face support and assessments are now taking place over the telephone or online. We are currently looking into how we can re-start providing support in person.
We understand that this is a very anxious time for everyone but we will make every effort to ensure that our support continues.
24 hour domestic and sexual abuse helpline on 0808 800 0340
lternatively, you can phone 0115 947 0064 and select options as follows:
Option 1 for Helpline and the Hub or if you are a new client wishing to access our services
Option 2 for ISVA and Survivors’ Support Services
Option 3 for the Admin Office and any other queries
(if we are not able to take your call please leave a message on the answerphone with a contact number and we will call you back as soon as possible)
You can talk to someone about your experiences or if you are concerned about a friend, partner or family member then please get in touch.
You can phone our helpline on 0115 941 0440 or you can fill in our online referral form here.
Children and young people can access support through the EMCYPSAS
We are not part of the police, NHS or any other public service. We are a Registered Independent Charity that has been supporting survivors of sexual violence for over 35 years in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. We are here to listen to you and support you. We won’t judge you and most importantly we will believe you.
Referring into our services
You can self-refer into our services by phoning our helpline or by completing an online referral form (below). Alternatively, you can ask a professional to do this on your behalf.
Our Helpline on 0115 941 0440 in open during the times below. When you call us, we will be able to listen to and support you and guide you to the best services for you.
| Day | Opens | Closes | Opens | Closes |
| Monday | 10am | 1pm | 4:30pm | 7:30pm |
| Tuesday | 10am | 1pm | 4:30pm | 7:30pm |
| Wednesday | 10am | 1pm | 4:30pm | 7:30pm |
| Thursday | 10am | 1pm | 4:30pm | 7:30pm |
| Friday | 10am | 1pm | 4:30pm | 7:30pm |
| Saturday | 10am | 1pm | ||
| Sunday | 10am | 1pm |
Outside of these hours, you can leave a message on our answerphone (which also provides details of other services) or you can phone the 24hr Domestic and Sexual Violence Helpline on 0808 800 0340.
You can self-refer into our services using the form below.
Have you recently suffered sexual assault?
If you have just been raped or sexually assaulted, you may feel in shock and unsure of what to do. Here are some steps you can take:
- Ensure safety of yourself and any children
- Try to keep warm as you might be in shock
- See if a friend or someone you trust can be with you
Are you unsure whether to report or not?
There is no time limit on reporting an incident, many people decide to report many weeks, months or years after an incident so try not to destroy any evidence that could help if you change your mind. You may feel unsure whether to report the incident to the Police or not and this can a very difficult decision for many people to make. The earlier you tell the Police about an attack, the more likely it is that they will be able to investigate the incident effectively and, potentially, make a prosecution. Forensic evidence is also best obtained within 7 days of an incident occurring. Nottinghamshire Police have a designated Rape Unit with officers who are specially trained in working with incidents of sexual violence. However, you do not have to tell the Police if you don’t want to.
Survivors Helping Each other (SHE)
1 Byron Street Mansfield Nottinghamshire
To provide a variety of self help based support for young people & women over the age of 16 years who are survivors of sexual abuse. To promote public education and awareness of long term effects of sexual abuse.
Contact 1 Byron Street Mansfield Nottinghamshire
Email: info@she-uk.org.uk
Phone: 01623 622 916
Website: http://she-uk.org.uk
COVID-19 Virus Charity Update
We are closing the Lounges and all face-to face therapy in line with the government’s advice on social distancing, but we are committed to maintaining counselling and support through digital contact or by phone where possible. The position of the government and the measures in place are changing daily so we will stay in touch and be clear about what it means for our charity and for you, our service users.
Please keep in regular contact with your key worker/ therapist via Skype or by telephone during this time. Rachael will be in touch with everyone who attends the Lounge to discuss further measures, including group support. Your therapist will be in touch to organise continued therapy in whatever method suits you best.
Stay safe, everyone, and bear with us as we try to maintain your support in this difficult time.
Survivors Helping Each other (SHE) provides the following support services:
- Provides services for females only
- Information service
- Support service
Survivors Helping Each other (SHE) provides the above services to women who suffered any of the following types of abuse in childhood:
- Emotional abuse
- Physical abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Rape
To provide a variety of self help based support for young people & women over the age of 16yrs who are survivors of sexual abuse. To promote public education and awareness of long term effects of sexual abuse. We offer mutual support, drop in and crisis support, befriending, mentoring, creative therapy, personal development skills, volunteering, skills and literacy.
Weekly drop in and crisis support - first call for details in your area.
Self Harm & Suicide Support (Harmless)
1 Beech Avenue Nottingham
Harmless is a user led organisation that provides a range of services about self harm including support, information, training and consultancy to people who self harm, their friends and families and professionals.
Contact 1 Beech Avenue Nottingham
Email: info@harmless.co.uk
Phone:
Website: http://www.harmless.org.uk/
Contact form is currently unavailable. Please email.
Harmless was established at the beginning of October 2007 to respond to the needs of people who do or are at risk of self-harm and suicide. It is a national voluntary organisation for people who self harm, their friends, families and professionals. Harmless has 3 Directors and a broad range of staff.
People Who Self Harm
Self harm is the term used to describe when someone deliberately hurts themselves as a way of dealing with their emotions. They may do this in a number of ways, including:
- cutting or scratching themselves
- burning themselves with a flame or something hot
- causing bruising to the body by hitting themselves
- throwing their body against something that will hurt
- taking overdoses of tablets or medication
- inserting objects into the body
- hair pulling (also known as trichotilliomania)
This is by no means an exhaustive list.
The Crossing Church & Centre Worksop
The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop,
The Crossing Church and Centre houses a range of community groups and activities
The Crossing Church & Centre Worksop
The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop,
Contact The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop,
Email: admin@thecrossing.co.uk
Phone: 01909 473375
Website: http://www.trinitycircuit.net/churches/worksop/the-crossing-methodisturc-worksop/
DUE TO COVID19, PLEASE CONTACT THE CENTRE TO CHECK WHICH ACTIVITIES ARE BEING SLOWLY PHASED BACK IN TO SERVICE BEFORE ATTENDING
Our Centre facilities and Cafe create an open door and provide a base for partners to further their own community projects and opportunities.
We host a number of social groups and run various events throughout the year.
The Crossing is also a place of worship throughout the week.
We do offer a friendly safe place and have free wi-fi within the cafe area of the building which might be helpful to Universal credit claimants
Catch22
Radford Unity Complex, 203 Ilkeston Road, Radford, Nottingham
Our programmes help those we work with to steer clear of crime or substance misuse, do the best they can in school or college and develop skills for work, live independently on leaving care or custody
Contact Radford Unity Complex, 203 Ilkeston Road, Radford, Nottingham
Email: www.catch-22.org.uk
Phone: 0115 9158816
Website: https://www.catch-22.org.uk/
The Nottinghamshire Runaways service work alongside young people and their families to find out what has caused them to run away and prevent them from running away again in the future.
The service is funded by Nottinghamshire County Council and run in partnership with Missing People.
Every five minutes a child runs away from home or care, they could be forced out by their parents or carers, fleeing conflict or abuse in the home.
We help young people who have run away who are at risk of:
- becoming involved in crime to survive, from stealing to criminal gang involvement
- sexual exploitation and abuse
- drug and alcohol misuse
- mental and sexual health issues
- exclusion from school and failure to meet educational milestones.
What we do
Provide a dedicated helpline
We run a dedicated helpline and provide support to young people who have runaway or need advice. We also support family and friends who are concerned about runaways.
Carry out return home interviews
We work with the young person to find out what caused them to runaway and to support them to address the causes.
Provide follow on support
We provide follow on support such as as a brief intervention or mentoring match, which helps to reduce the number of times the young person goes missing.
Work with other agencies
We work with other agencies and make referrals when specialist help is needed.
NCT - Bassetlaw Branch of the National Childbirth Trust
We give accurate, impartial information so parents can decide what's best for their family, we introduce them to a network of local parents to gain practical and emotional support. We are the UKs largest parent charity
Our branch is run by a friendly team of local parents and we offer support, information and friendship to parents and parents-to-be. Whether you're looking for an antenatal class, want to come along to one of our weekly 'bumps and babies' or toddler groups or join us for a social evening without the kids, the Branch has got something to offer you.
Every Thursday 9.30 - 11.30 at The Well, Hospital Road DN22 2BP
Everything you need for your baby can be found at one of our highly successful Nearly New Sales. The Bassetlaw branch run sales twice a year.
Nottinghamshire County Council D & VI Team
Adult Deaf and Visual Impairment Service Welbeck House, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Energy Village New Ollerton, Notts
Members and Volunteers of the Deaf and Visually Impaired Team visit deaf and blind people to help stop isolation and depression.
Nottinghamshire County Council D & VI Team
Adult Deaf and Visual Impairment Service Welbeck House, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Energy Village New Ollerton, Notts
Contact Adult Deaf and Visual Impairment Service Welbeck House, Darwin Drive, Sherwood Energy Village New Ollerton, Notts
Email: advis.duty@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0300 500 80 80
Adult Deaf and Visual Impairment Service
The Adult Deaf and Visual Impairment Service (ADVIS) provides specialist support to people with a sensory impairment. ADVIS has specialist workers who understand the difficulties caused by sensory impairment and can use sign language.
We will:
- provide information and advice about your situation
- help with everyday living tasks
- provide specialist equipment to make everyday living easier
- help you complete a care and support assessment.
Find out more about our specific services and support:
- Adult Deaf and Visual Impairment Services (ADVIS) support organisations
- ADVIS Dual Sensory Service
- ADVIS Hearing impairment reablement
- ADVIS Social Care Support
- ADVIS Visual Impairment Reablement
- Deaf or hard of hearing communications: 10 top tips.
Other Support
You can find support and services on the Notts Help Yourself website, for:
You can also get support from:
- The Nottinghamshire Deaf Society
- The Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind
- Action on Hearing Loss
- The Federation for Deaf People
- British Tinnitus Association
- The Ear Foundation
If you think you need care and support from us visit our care and support in Nottinghamshire page for more information. You will need to have a care and support assessment to find out if you are eligible for care and what type of support we can provide.
If you need further support, you can contact our Customer Service Team.
OASIS Community Centre
Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop Notts
The OASIS Community Centre is well-known throughout Kilton for providing a lively and versatile hub for the local community. Our centre, church and gardens are run by New Life Church in partnership with local groups and affiliated organisations.
The heart of Kilton and the local Worksop community
COVID 19 update - 13th July 2020 - First church service held yesterday (Socially Distanced).
Gardening group meeting on Tuesday and Thursdays 9:30 - 12:30 - people can call on site if wanting to help out.
We are the venue and community centre of choice for a diverse range of activities in Worksop – favoured for our welcoming atmosphere and flexible facilities.
Offering a range of classes and events for all ages, OASIS Community Centre provides a central hub where local residents can make friends and acquire new skills. From kids clubs to sewing classes, we’ve got something for everyone.
Rhubarb Farm
Community Interest Company, Hardwick Street, Langwith
Rhubarb Farm is a social enterprise who use the therapeutic horticulture model for developing skills, confidence, health and employability.
Contact Community Interest Company, Hardwick Street, Langwith
Email: enquiries@rhubarbfarm.co.uk
Phone: 01623 741210
Website: http://www.rhubarbfarm.co.uk/
COVID LOCKDOWN NEWS
At lockdown, Rhubarb Farm closed to all volunteers on 23rd March. 10 staff continued to work on site, to maintain our horticultural production, and to adapt our work to providing food bags for people in need, and cooked meals for older people. Staff kept weekly contact with all our volunteers during lockdown, to help them through the isolation and support their resilience in coping with the situation.
We have been delivering about 55 food bags every Friday, and 25 cooked meals every Monday. We have also continued to supply our regular veg bag customers, who all come to collect them on Fridays or Saturday mornings.
Rhubarb Farm receives food every week from Fareshare which is the main source of food for our food bags. But we also receive donations of food from Morrisons of Bolsover, and Tesco of Clowne. In addition, through the support of grants, we buy toiletries to add to the bags, and some vegetables when available from our site.
We have lost a lot of income as a result of losing paying placements, and so have had to apply for a lot of grants.
We have received grants from the following funders, and wish to express our thanks for all their support during this time:
Feeding Derbyshire, Local Improvement Scheme of Nottinghamshire County Council, Coalfields Regeneration Trust, Alpkit Foundation, Charities Aid Foundation, The Fore, Tesco Bags of Help, Aviva Community Fund, Bolsover Connect, Community Leadership Fund of Derbyshire County Council, Bolsover COVID-19 Recovery Fund. We were rejected by several other funders, as the demand for financial help has been huge and funders cannot help all voluntary sector organisations. In addition, we received a £10,000 grant from Bassetlaw District Council because we have a business rateable value. This and the grants we received have helped us sustain the enterprise and continue to work during the pandemic.
We furloughed 7 staff and 2 staff worked from self-isolation. The Job Retention Scheme has enabled us to keep our staff in employment although we have had to make one staff member redundant, because not all our posts are funded.
Since 26th May we have very gradually been bringing volunteers back to site. This has to be a very slow process because of the need to maintain and manage social distancing, hand hygiene and general hygiene. We received a grant to install an outdoor sink, which has helped with this. During lockdown staff re-organised three different buildings: the office became the new shop and Community Pantry. The Men in Sheds container became the new office, and the shop became the new Men in Sheds building! The Mess Room was also refurbished, and distancing and hygiene measures installed.
Rhubarb Farm is resilient, flexible and well-organised and we have high hopes that we will be able to maintain our services and continue to help vulnerable people to change their lives for the better.
An agriculture-based environmental social enterprise based in Langwith on the Derbyshire/Norttinghamshire border, providing a service to the unemployed, recovering drug and alcohol misusers, ex-offenders, young people not in education, employment or training (NEET). Excludes school students, people with learning difficulties, people with mental health issues and physical health issues, ex-service personnel and people with dementia.
The main activity of Rhubarb Farm is organic horticulture. As well as the growing of fruit and vegetables this includes the upkeep and further development of the 8 acre site. This will involve construction, hedge laying, art and crafts, cooking, chicken keeping, IT, amongst many other things
We do offer volunteer placements for people with complex needs. We have a drug and alcohol worker. We can support people one-to-one where needed.
£13 for session. Costs agreed determining on how many hours/type of support needed.
Open Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pm
The Alzheimer's Society - Worksop
The Alzheimer's Society works to improve the quality of life of people living with dementia and their families and carers
Coronavirus support for people affected by dementia
If you need help living with or supporting somebody with dementia during the coronavirus pandemic, we're here for you. You may feel anxious, scared or lonely. But you are not alone – help is available.
Catching coronavirus
Risks for people with dementia at home
A person living with dementia who has memory problems or confusion may struggle with the guidance and rules around coronavirus. These include frequent handwashing, and social distancing when outside to reduce the risk of catching the virus.
This may mean that, without help to stay safe, someone with dementia may be a bit more likely to become infected with the virus.
If someone has paid carers coming in and out to support them, this may also make the person more likely to catch coronavirus.
The carers should not stop coming, but should use measures like an apron, mask and gloves.
Risks for people with dementia living in residential care
For a person with dementia in a care home, evidence suggests that they are at higher risk of getting coronavirus.
This is partly because frailer older people have weaker immune systems that are less able to fight off infections. It’s also because people in care homes live very closely together.
The person may easily catch coronavirus from another resident, from a care worker or from a communal surface with virus on it.
Talk to the care home about any concerns you have and how you can support the person from a distance.
Severe COVID-19 illness
If a person with dementia does catch coronavirus, they are at higher risk of getting worse COVID-19 illness.
The risk of severe symptoms rises steeply with age, and 9 in 10 deaths have been in people over 60. Most people with dementia and many older carers will fall into a higher risk group on age alone.
Long-term health conditions also significantly raise the risk of severe illness. Some of the more common of these – heart or blood vessel disease and diabetes – are more often seen in people with dementia.
There is some evidence that dementia itself may add a further risk on top of age and these other health conditions, but this is not certain.
It is not clear why, but men and people from black and minority ethnic communities, with or without dementia, are also at increased risk. This link is not explained by age or long-term health conditions.
How does the government define vulnerable?
The issue of who the government recognises as vulnerable from coronavirus is complicated but important. It can affect the support available.
People identified as ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’ are those with health conditions that put them at very high risk of severe symptoms if they catch the virus. This will be because they already have a serious lung condition or their immune system is already very weak. These people should have had a letter from their GP and have been staying at home at all times (‘shielding’).
From 1 August in England and Northern Ireland, and from 16 August in Wales, people who’ve been shielding have the choice to stop. Unless their doctor says otherwise, they can follow the same guidance as everyone else, but very carefully and only if they are confident to do so.
This ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’ group doesn’t include people with dementia unless they have any of these conditions, including a kidney transplant, severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or certain cancers. (See the government’s full list on GOV.UK)
What does this mean for people with dementia?
So for most people with dementia their risk of severe COVID-19 illness is not as high as for the ‘shielded’ group. As explained above, however, people with dementia and many older carers are at higher risk than the general population. Therefore, people with dementia are ‘vulnerable’ on health grounds, but not ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’. This is why they can leave the house to exercise, meet a few people (including others who aren’t in their household) outdoors or shop (if they have to), but must follow the social distancing rules very carefully.
Separately, anyone with dementia and many carers are already seen as ‘vulnerable adults’ by the NHS and social care. This term is commonly used when talking about general support needs or a person’s ability to protect themselves from harm. It is not directly linked to coronavirus.
These terms ‘vulnerable’ and ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’ can make a difference, for example when it comes to food shopping.
People in the ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’ group in England and Northern Ireland qualified for a food parcel arranged by the government until 1 August (and will do in Wales until 16 August).
After those dates, they and people with dementia should still be treated as vulnerable customers by supermarkets or other suppliers and so be eligible for arrangements such as dedicated shopping times.
Willow Community Garden
Willow Community Garden is on the Spur Crescent allottment site at the top of Shrewsbury Road, Manton, Worksop.
To encourage people to grow their own food and gain skills in horticulture and vegetable growing. To provide a place for people to meet and work together as a team, sharing ideas, skills and the produce from the garden.
Willow Community Garden
Willow Community Garden is on the Spur Crescent allottment site at the top of Shrewsbury Road, Manton, Worksop.
Contact Willow Community Garden is on the Spur Crescent allottment site at the top of Shrewsbury Road, Manton, Worksop.
Phone: 01909 478626
Website: https://www.bassetlaw.gov.uk/media/2552/willowcommunitygarden.pdf
PLEASE CONTACT FRAN TAYLOR FOR LATEST UPDATES ON WHEN THE GROUP IS RUNNING DUE TO COVID19 RESTRICTIONS.
Would you like how to grow your own vegetables and share the work with others?
Come along on Sundays any time from 12pm-2pm in winter and help. Extending to 5pm with better weather.
Take away some delicious vegetables.
Meet some new people.
Open to all ages and experience.
Sue is the main gardening volunteer. Contact pm only 07511 015497
Age UK
Unit 1 Ten Pound Walk Doncaster
Age UK works with and for older people in making the most of later life.
Contact Unit 1 Ten Pound Walk Doncaster
Email: admin@ageukdoncaster.org.uk
Phone: 01302 812345
Website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/doncaster/about-us/contact-us/
COVID19 update, 20th July 2020 - for details please call 01302 812345
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/ Our free national advice line and local advice helps hundreds of thousands of people every year.
Age UK Doncaster provides services including homecare, cleaning services, day services, home and garden services and a home from hospital service.
Age UK Doncaster can also offer information and advice on a range of issues including money, housing, health and social care etc.
Nottinghamshire MIND
6 Hardy Street Worksop
Nottinghamshire Mind works to promote good mental health and seeks to empower people to lead a full life within their local community.
COVID19 update
Please note some of these services are disrupted due to restrictions from Covid-19 please call our main number for details 0800 470 0203
Across the Nottinghamshire area we support people with mental health problems and their carers.
Professional and self-referrals are accepted depending on the services required.
Office Opening Hours: 9am – 4pm Monday – Friday
IF YOU FEEL IN IMMEDIATE DANGER OF TAKING YOUR OWN LIFE, HARMING YOURSELF OR SOMEONE ELSE, PLEASE STOP AND READ THE FOLLOWING:
There are people you can talk to when you are in a crisis or feeling desperate. You are not alone, talk to someone, tell them how you are feeling and understand that it is okay to turn for help during difficult times.
If you are struggling to confide in someone you know…
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Talk to your GP
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Dial 999 or go to your nearest Accident and Emergency department (A&E)
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Get in touch with your local crisis home treatment team if you have one
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Speak to someone who is trained to listen
Below are some useful numbers…
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Crisis Team Bassetlaw 0300 123 1804(7.30am-9pm) 0115 1213 0860(9pm-7.30am)
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Samaritans 116123
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Nottingham Samaritans 01159 411111
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Domestic violence Helpline 0808 800 0340
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NHS 24 hour helpline in a crisis 0808 196 3779
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Turning Point Mental Health Helpline 0300 555 0730 (9am-11pm 7 days a week)
Information Clinics
Individuals can access 1-2-1 sessions with a mind recovery coach addressing specific issues including debt, welfare, housing, relationships, access to services and support.
Clinics are appointment only via our registration form and are available across Nottinghamshire.
Clinic Locations
- Bassetlaw
Please complete the online referral form on the website.
Counselling - Supporting your psychological and emotional wellbeing, helping you to find ways to cope.
Counselling charges £12.50 per session unwaged and £20.00 per session waged
At Nottinghamshire Mind we aim to provide you with a counselling experience that will support you to understand your psychological and emotional well being and to find ways of coping.
We provide a highly professional and ethical counselling and psychotherapy service. Our therapists have all received thorough recognised training and all abide by the Ethical Framework of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). This ensures that the service we provide is safe, ethical and confidential
You can find more information on the BACP website about their Ethical Framework
Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, is a way to help people with a broad variety of mental illnesses and emotional difficulties. Psychotherapy can help eliminate or control troubling symptoms so a person can function better and can increase well-being and healing.
Problems helped by psychotherapy include difficulties in coping with daily life, the impact of trauma, medical illness or loss, like the death of a loved one, and specific mental disorders, like depression or anxiety. There are several different types of psychotherapy and some types may work better with certain problems or issue. Psychotherapy may be used in combination with medication or other therapies.
Psychotherapy can be short-term(a few sessions), dealing with immediate issues, or long-term (months or years), dealing with longstanding and complex issues. The goals of treatment and arrangements for how often and how long to meet are planned jointly by the patient and therapist.
Access to Service
Our service is available across the county using digital platforms and telephone. Face to face sessions are available in Mansfield and Worksop. Daytime, evening and weekend appointments are available to suit your needs.
We can work with clients aged 18 and over through self-referral, a GP referral or through other agencies that support you.
Assessment
In a telephone conversation, our coordinator will ask you about your personal circumstances and what is causing you concern. This will help determine if our service is right for you.
At the assessment, you will be asked about your current situation, past experiences, a brief medical history and how you hope to benefit from counselling. If we cannot provide the correct help for you at this time we will do our best to find alternative support.
After the assessment, you will be placed on our waiting list. If you would like any further information about our Counselling Service please contact our main office on 0800 470 0203 and speak to our team for more information.
Digital Support
New Digital Services
Peer support services have been a part of Nottinghamshire Mind for many years now and provide a platform for individuals to share experiences and build support networks, this has proven to improve emotional health, wellbeing and a sense of belonging for both those who deliver and receive support.
Through the current pandemic we’ve encouraged members old and new to take part in our ever growing platform or digital services, empowering some to try something new for the very first time.
At present we offer app based peer support sessions daily Monday to Thursday.
You’ll have the opportunity to feel part of a community, share experiences, feelings and thoughts and build friendships, all of which will promote and support you to maintain positive wellbeing.
Our use of the GroupMe app allows our recovery coaches to promote ideas and approaches that may be helpful to you, such as relaxation tips, exercises, talking therapies and near crisis planning. We also use these session to provide creativity and fun with our Quiz – keeping the brain active , Photography sessions – sharing snaps to brighten your day ….. and much more.
Our Information sessions can also take place digitally on a 1-1 basis should you require a little more support, sessions take place over zoom and allow you the chance to see and communicate with one of our recovery coaches.
Sessions are 30 minute and you don’t need to have your camera switched on but you’ll be able to see our recovery coach, we feel this helps build a better relationship for the client.
If you are interested in any of the services above please contact one of our recovery coaches.
Sarah Carter – Bassetlaw
sarahrc@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk 07398 073844
If the recovery coaches are unable to take your call just leave a short message and they will get back to you.
MHA Communities, South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw
MHA Communities - South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw MHA Southcroft Flat 40, 33 Psalter Lane Sheffield
Offers a range of services for older people. We want to enable older people to stay living independently in their own homes for as long as possible, with the best possible quality of life.
MHA Communities, South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw
MHA Communities - South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw MHA Southcroft Flat 40, 33 Psalter Lane Sheffield
Contact MHA Communities - South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw MHA Southcroft Flat 40, 33 Psalter Lane Sheffield
Phone: Tel: 01302 859 906
Website: https://www.mha.org.uk/communities/near-me/south-yorkshire-bassetlaw/#contact-us
COVID 19 UPDATE
We have coordinated a phased approach to reintroducing visitors to our care homes and retirement living in England, Scotland and Wales. Where a home or scheme has an active outbreak or is in a location experiencing a regional lockdown it will remain closed to visitors until Public Health advise that they are able to open again.
If there is a regional lockdown in place, you will not be able to visit loved ones. Please follow local information and if you are unsure please contact the home for more information. In these cases, the end of an outbreak will be defined when Public Health declares the local lockdown is over. This is to account for national differences and changing guidance.
Services for older people in South Yorkshire
At MHA Communities South Yorkshire, we want to enable older people to stay living independently in their own homes for as long as possible, with the best possible quality of life.
Through befriending, lunch clubs, assisted shopping, activity and friendship sessions, outings, escorts to appointments and much more, MHA Communities across the UK help to tackle loneliness and isolation in people over 65 – helping them to lead fulfilled lives and remain as active members in their local communities.
Sutton & Barnby Moor Womens Institute
Village Hall, Town Street, Sutton cum Lound
The WI plays a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities.
Contact Village Hall, Town Street, Sutton cum Lound
Email: info@suttonandbarnbymoorwi.co.uk
Phone: 01636 673 550
We are a friendly and active group of over 30 members. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Sutton village hall.​​​
Disabled Access:
Side doors of hall with slight ramp
Time:
7.15pm
Centre for Yoga - Jasmine Trust
Babworth Court Babworth Retford Notts
Embraces an atmosphere of calm serenity, and supports a wide range of yoga classes, events and training.
Contact Babworth Court Babworth Retford Notts
Email: info.jasminetrust@gmail.com
Phone: 01777 711770 / 07368 194282
Website: http://www.jasminetrust.co.uk/
COVID19 update 17th August 2020 - We are booking for a small number of 'in person' classes at the centre during August. We are still offering a number of online classes via ZOOM.
Visit website for full information https://www.jasminetrust.co.uk/classes
Set in Parkland, our visually stunning venue Babworth Court, embraces an atmosphere of calm serenity, and supports a wide range of yoga classes, events and training.
There are many reasons why people choose yoga - for fitness, to aid recovery following injury, to stay healthy, to relieve stress through relaxation and meditation, and to provide strategies for dealing with depression. Participants are encouraged to enjoy the many benefits which yoga can bring to daily life.
Jasmine Trust holds regular events led by world renowned Teachers offering innovative ideas, practice methods and challenging explorations of the traditional teachings of Yoga.
Coddington Over 55s Leisure Group
Coddington Village Hall Beckingham Road Coddington Newark Notts
Social club offering activities such as darts, scrabble, table skittles, dominoes, card games and bowls.
Coddington Over 55s Leisure Group
Coddington Village Hall Beckingham Road Coddington Newark Notts
Contact Coddington Village Hall Beckingham Road Coddington Newark Notts
Email: No email address available
Phone: 01636 674574
Website: http://www.coddington.org.uk/index.php/people/village-clubs/111-over-55s-leisure-group
Each summer the club has an outing and some of the places we have visited includes Derbyshire Well Dressing, Constable Country, Corfe Abbey, Whitby, The Norfolk Broads and many others.
At Christmas, a lunch is provided at one of various restaurants, which is free to members.
Club meets every Friday afternoon and evening
WAY Widowed and young
WAY Widowed and Young Suite 14, College Business Centre Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3WZ
WAY is the only national charity in the UK for men and women aged 50 or under when their partner died.
WAY Widowed and young
WAY Widowed and Young Suite 14, College Business Centre Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3WZ
Contact WAY Widowed and Young Suite 14, College Business Centre Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3WZ
Email: enquiries@widowedandyoung.org.uk
Phone:
Website: http://www.widowedandyoung.org.uk/
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR SUPPORT DURING COVID LOCKDOWN
It’s a peer-to-peer support group run by a network of volunteers who have been bereaved at a young age themselves, so they understand exactly what other members are going through.
WAY was founded in 1997 and now has more than 2,800 members across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. WAY aims to provide peer-to-peer emotional and practical support to young widowed men and women – married or not, with or without children, whatever their sexual orientation – as they adjust to life after the death of their partner.
Jigsaw Support Scheme
Jigsaw Support Scheme Mansfield firestation Rosemary Street, Mansfield
Jigsaw Support Scheme is a local Nottinghamshire charity which supports the independence of local people at home.
Jigsaw Support Scheme
Jigsaw Support Scheme Mansfield firestation Rosemary Street, Mansfield
Contact Jigsaw Support Scheme Mansfield firestation Rosemary Street, Mansfield
Email: admin@jigsawsupportscheme.org.uk
Phone: 01623 232800
Jigsaw’s Support Workers work alongside disabled, vulnerable and elderly adults who are at threat of losing their home, their independence or their health. We provide a holistic range of services to help people to remain at home – safe, well and with choice, dignity and control for as long as possible.
Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jigsawsupportscheme/
Bircotes Smiley Milers
Sports and Social Club Scrooby Road Bircotes Doncaster
From the Sports & Social Club, Bircotes at 10.00 a.m. every Wed.
Contact Sports and Social Club Scrooby Road Bircotes Doncaster
Email: malcfunnell67@gmail.com
Phone: 01909 488704 or 07853 725262
Website: https://www.walkingforhealth.org.uk/walkfinder/east-midlands/bircotes-smiley-milers
COVID 19 update, 13th July, waiting for confirmation that walks can resume.
A volunteer walking group offering free Health/Leisure Walks, starting from Harworth & Bircotes Sports & Social Club every Wednesday at 10.00 a.m. There are two levels of walks available; a short walk of approx. 1 hour at a gentle over fairly level terrain and a longer walk of approximately 90 minutes at a reasonable pace. Walks are usually on farm tracks and public paths around the Bircotes & Harworth area. Occasionally we go off site to visit places of interest. All walks are led by trained Walk Leaders who carry first aid kits and safety whistles. After the walks we adjourn to the Sports & Social Club for refreshments and a good natter. Assistance dogs are welcome on a short lead.
For further information ring Malcolm on 01909 488704 or 07853 725262
Clarborough Village Hall
Main Street Clarborough Retford
Village Hall
Contact Main Street Clarborough Retford
Email: clarboroughwelham@gmail.com
Phone: 07442 105 268 - FOR HALL BOOKINGS.
Website: http://www.cwitgroup.btck.co.uk
OUR HALL IS CLOSED DUE TO COVID19 AND WILL RE-OPEN AS SOON AS IT IS POSSIBLE TO DO SO SAFELY.
- Visit http://www.cwitgroup.btck.co.uk/ for full information.
Carlton-in-Lindrick Civic Centre
Long Lane Carlton-in-Lindrick Worksop Notts
The Civic Centre is a community building that is overseen by a board of trustees who along with an employed manager and small team are responsible for the effective running of the facility.
Contact Long Lane Carlton-in-Lindrick Worksop Notts
Email: enquiries@civiccentre.org.uk
Phone: 01909 541127
Website: http://www.civiccentre.org.uk/
COVID19 update 17th August 2020 - We are excited to let you all know that some of our regular user groups have started returning to the centre. If you attend one of the groups, please contact them directly to clarify their returning measures. Masks need to be worn upon entering the centre for your group, and again when leaving. Hand gel is available throughout the centre. The main toilets are not in use, just the one disable toilet in the main corridor. Please be considerate and observe social distancing.
We aren't open to the general public just yet, so if you have any queries or questions, please call or email us instead of visiting the centre.
The centre gates are open Monday to Saturday 9am until 2pm for use of the bottle bank. Staff are in the office to take calls or messages on Thursday Friday & Saturday for the time being.
Wide range of activities and groups. See website for further details - http://www.civiccentre.org.uk/
Carlton-in-Lindrick WI
Parish Centre Church Lane Carlton-in-Lindrick Worksop Notts
Various activities including different groups: gardening, luncheon club and walking club
Contact Parish Centre Church Lane Carlton-in-Lindrick Worksop Notts
Email: No email address available
Phone: 01909 733894
COVID19 update 20th August 2020 - group not currently meeting, awaiting further guidance.
Walking group meets Monday at 9.15am on The Green.
Monthly meetings take place on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:15pm in the Parish Centre, Carlton in Lindrick.
£4.00 visitors. Up to twice in one year.
£43 yearly for 12 meetings.
Please just turn up and introduce yourself as a visitor. You will be met be someone and introduced to the group.
Newcomers welcome.
Clumber Park Walk About
Clumber Park Worksop Nottinghamshire
1, 2, 3, 5 and 8 mile walks led by a trained walk leader. All walks are planned.
Contact Clumber Park Worksop Nottinghamshire
Phone: 01909 544917
Important COVID19 notice
Many of our facilities are now open. The Woodland Play Area, Discovery Centre, and the Garden Team House remain closed. It's essential you book your visit in advance. Check What's On to book. You will be turned away if you arrive without a booking.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/reopening-and-coronavirus-faqs
Please copy and paste the link above for further information about our facilities and groups before travelling.
Fee to park applies.
Phone to confirm the next dates.
10am at the Clock Tower in the main visitor facilities.
All information on the website. Walks are once a month.
£36 National Trust membership optional.
Fifty Plus Club - North Notts Community Arena, Worksop
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Notts
Fifty Plus Club - North Notts Community Arena, Worksop
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Notts
Contact North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Notts
Email: n.turner@nnca.org.uk
Phone: 01909 480164
Website: https://nnca.info
THE ARENA IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID 19.
All regular events and groups are suspended until further notice.
Fifty plus group. Indoor bowls, badminton, snooker and table tennis. Can accommodate wheelchairs for carpet bowls.
Monday 9.30am.
£14.00 annual membership
North Nottinghamshire Wildlife Group at Idle Valley
Idle Valley Nature Reserve North Road Retford Nottinghamshire
North Nottinghamshire Wildlife Group
North Nottinghamshire Wildlife Group at Idle Valley
Idle Valley Nature Reserve North Road Retford Nottinghamshire
Contact Idle Valley Nature Reserve North Road Retford Nottinghamshire
Email: janwilliamson133@gmail.com
Phone: 01777 709974 / 07969 180067
Website: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/volunteer/local-groups
COVID19 update 13th August 2020 - Lockdown restrictions have eased and the pubs are open! Provided there is no second spike, they may well have eased further by the time you read this. However, many people are still being very careful about taking risks that might result in exposure to the virus. It is difficult to envisage what the future holds and what the North Nottinghamshire Local Group of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust shall be able to offer its members in the way of talks and activities.
Their winter programme of talks would normally begin in September but even if they are able to offer their usual programme, members might find the risk of attending unacceptable so they are trying to plan for all eventualities. If you would like to have your say, do sign up for email updates and you will be invited to contribute to the discussion in the near future.
The other advantage of signing for updates is that you get regular information on the local wildlife from others in the area who are frequently emailing with their sightings, advice and comments on things such as rare bird visitors, how hedgehogs in the area are faring and progress reports on rescued orphans and injured wildlife. You don’t have to be a member of the Wildlife Trust for this but of course if you are, your contributions go to support wildlife in your area.
If you want any more information or you’d like a chat about things, call Jan on 01777 709974 or 07969 180067 or email janwilliamson133@gmail.com. If you would like to receive email updates of Local Group activities, please email Jan with your request.
We believe in local action. Central to achieving our goals are the efforts of our local groups who work to protect wildlife in their areas. Their activities range from organising walks, talks and practical work on nature reserves to advising on local planning issues and fundraising.
Our local groups act as the chief focus for voluntary participation across the county. They are run by volunteers and new members are always welcome. Find out how you might be able to help Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust on your doorstep.
Lifts from the Worksop area to Idle Valley may be able to be arranged. Please email jan_williamson@tiscali.co.uk. Meetings will run on the second Thursday of the month.
Age Concern Harworth and Bircotes
Community Centre 2 Devonshire Road Harworth Doncaster
Information & signposting.
Luncheon club, 2 course hot meals, coffee shop, drop in friendly atmosphere, coffee and tea available and chat and other services and meetings.
Contact Community Centre 2 Devonshire Road Harworth Doncaster
Phone: 07790 230673
COVID19 update, 20th July 2020 - all current and past clients have been contacted by telephone and will continue to be contaced during the pandamic to check on their welfare.
Luncheon Club:
- Every Tuesday (except Christmas week)
- 10.30am - 2.30pm
- 2 course hot meal provided by County Enterprise Foods
- Held at the Harworth Methodist Church, Waterslack Road, Bircotes.
- Please contact the Secretary in advance of attendance to secure your place.
Coffee Shop
- Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays
- 8.45am - 12.30pm
- Community centre, Devonshire Road, Harworth
Other services and meetings
Age Concern Harworth & Bircotes are able to offer:
- Signposting to other local services and organisations
- Day coach trips, for our Coffee Shop and Luncheon Club Clients, with a meal (where possible).
Bassetlaw Step2it Health Walking Group
Church Street, Langold,
Langold Walk, Langold Lake
Contact Church Street, Langold,
Email: malcfunnell67@gmail.com
Phone: 07599 340551/07443 895969
Website: https://www.walkingforhealth.org.uk/walkfinder/worksop-step2it-dukeries
Worksop walks. 45 minutes gentle walking, no hills.
Wednesdays 10am from Andy's cafe, Langold Lake.
20 minute walks by prior arrangement for those suffering from serious health issues also available.
Thursdays 10am (all year round) and Monday 6.30pm (April-September) from Kilton Forest Golf Club.
Contact Malcolm 07599 340551/07443 895969
Bawtry Methodist Church - Lunch Group
Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Lively and friendly group. Drop in every other week. Lunch with pudding or jacket potatoes, soup and homemade cake. Time to chat.
Bawtry Methodist Church - Lunch Group
Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Contact Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Phone: 01302 711138
Website: http://www.doncastermethodistcircuit.org.uk/bawtry.htm
CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID19
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month. 12pm-2pm.
Mixed gender and wide age range. Very sociable, tend to join other local groups and attend together. All newcommers welcome and encouraged to make friends. Lively and friendly group.
Dip in and out.
Carlton-in-Lindrick Methodist Church
High Road Carlton-in-Lindrick Worksop Notts.
2nd Tuesday on each month. Table top games, knit and natter, nostalgia corner, crafts and good old fashioned chat.
Contact High Road Carlton-in-Lindrick Worksop Notts.
Phone: 01909 281566
2nd Tuesday on each month. Table top games, knit and natter, nostalgia corner, crafts and good old fashioned chat.
Regular Events
Monday, 10 am – 12noon Coffee Morning
Tuesday, 6 pm – 7 pm Boys’ Brigade
Wednesday, 6.15 pm – 7.15 pm Brownies
Thursday, 5.30 pm – 6.30 pm Rainbows
Thursday, 7 pm – 8.30 pm Guides
Vintage Cinema - free event with refreshments. Contact John 01909 730155.
Men in Sheds
Unit 2 Kilton Road Industrial Estate Worksop Notts
Hobby workshop for men of 60 or over.
Contact Unit 2 Kilton Road Industrial Estate Worksop Notts
Phone: 07872 839629/01909 549078
Website: http://www.ageuk.org.uk/notts/our-services/men-in-sheds/
COVID19 - CLOSED. Keeping in touch via phone with all of their members.
£1.50 per session= 50p towards drinks.
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Small group maximum 6-7 in a workshop environment - very sociable. One workshop is wheelchair accessible.
Food available at extra cost.
Blends Cafe - The Well
The Well RBC Hospital Road Retford Notts
Blends is a Community cafe on Monday mornings, offering warmth, friendship and enjoyment for all.
Contact The Well RBC Hospital Road Retford Notts
Email: angela@thewellrbc.org
Phone: 01777 702344
Website: http://www.thewellrbc.org/community-projects/blends-cafe/?view=mobile
COVID19 update, 3rd August 2020 - awaiting guidance on when it will be safe to open the cafe again. Keeping in touch with friends of the cafe via telephone.
The cafe is at 10.15am when you will be able to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and cake whilst making new friends.
There is also a Support Worker from Christians Against Poverty (a debt counselling organisation) in the team if you require that service. At 11.15am there will be various activities lasting an hour on a rolling monthly cycle, subject to change.
£2 donation.
You can also stay over for our ‘Lunch on Mondays’ where you can enjoy a 2 course meal for just £5.
The Well - Lunch Club
The Well RBC Hospital Road Retford Notts
Monday 12.30pm-1.30pm
Contact The Well RBC Hospital Road Retford Notts
Email: admin@thewellrbc.org
Phone: 01777 702344
Website: http://www.thewellrbc.org/#/community-projects/lunch-at-the-well
The Well Covid Update
We've seen the recent government advice for reopening and we are working on getting our facilities and team set up and trained to follow the guidance ready for reopening. Perspex is being bought, powerpoint training is being prepared and risk assessments are being done. If you want to know more about a specific group or meeting that was held at the well please contact the group leaders.
The Well is currently still closed as at 25/08/2020.
Using our fully fitted professional catering kitchen we have now opened a luncheon club. We offer classic fine foods at a healthy price. It's an opportunity to enjoy a two course meal and a drink in a warm, friendly atmosphere. You can enjoy a good 2 course meal peppered with good conversation for just £5. Every Monday 12.30-1.30pm (excluding bank holidays). Last orders 1pm. Taste and see that our food is good!
£5.00
Good homecooked meal provided in beautiful upstairs hall. There is a lift - toilets on the ground floor. Disabled access and support wih lift available. Small tables of 6. Warm and friendly atmosphere.
Angela Wakelin 01777 702344
Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club - Worksop
Yates' Victoria Square Worksop
Ex-forces breakfast and banter. Get the barrack room feeling back as you join for coffee and tea that's flowing and good hearty banter and breakfast.
Contact Yates' Victoria Square Worksop
Email: Catsanddogs51hotmail.com
Phone: 01909 475742
Website: https://www.afvbc.net/clubs/worksop/
COVID19 update, 20th July 2020 - not currently meeting, hope to be meeting again soon.
£4.99 for breakfast.
Saturday 10am at Yates, Victoria Square Worksop
No need to book in, just drop in
Find us on facebook
Royal Voluntary Service (Nottinghamshire)
Royal Voluntary Service, The Crossing, Newcastle Street, Worksop, S80 2AT
This Home From Hospital Services is available to anyone aged 50 plus who is registered to a Bassetlaw GP and aims to support a person during their recovery after a stay in hospital / a medical setting (i.e. rehabilitation unit or nursing home).
Royal Voluntary Service (Nottinghamshire)
Royal Voluntary Service, The Crossing, Newcastle Street, Worksop, S80 2AT
Contact Royal Voluntary Service, The Crossing, Newcastle Street, Worksop, S80 2AT
Email: clara.taylor@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
Phone: 01909 484 437
CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS
NHS Volunteer Responders offers help to people in need of support or who are avoiding public places during the COVID-19 pandemic. Call 0808 196 3646 (8am to 8pm)
“The Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) supports older people in their own homes by giving time and practical help them get the best from life.
They provide specialist services locally, tailoring them to meet their individual needs with friendly local volunteers. These services range from support at home to social activities within the community.
- Home Library Service: where we deliver books from the library to your house.
- Home From Hospital Service: where we support you with practical help for six weeks after a stay in a medical setting.
- Good Neighbours Scheme: a longer term support system to our Home From Hospital Service
- Signposting: we help you find the support you need locally
Bawtry Garden Club
The Methodist Church Hall, On the corner of Doncaster Road and School Road
Meet on the first Tuesday of each month in the Methodist Church Hall from 7pm – 9pm.
Bawtry Garden Club
The Methodist Church Hall, On the corner of Doncaster Road and School Road
Contact The Methodist Church Hall, On the corner of Doncaster Road and School Road
Email: sylcou@btinternet.com
Phone: 01302 719015
COVID19 Update, 3rd August 2020 - Group suspended until beginning of 2021
Start the evening with an hours talk, sometimes a member of the group leads this.
They have a variety of gardeners attending, some very new to gardening and some very keen gardeners. They are a very social group and tend to spend the rest of the evening chatting.
There is a yearly subscription of £12.00 and there is a charge of £1.00 per evening visited. If anyone wants to just visit and not become a member, the charge of £3.00 per visit applies.
Keen for new members- anyone attending will be included in chat and welcomed!
Reengage
2 Grosvenor Gardens London
Befriending Service for Older People
COVID19 Update 24th August, tea parties suspeneded for the time being - call companian service (telephone befriending) in operation. Referrals can be made via https://www.reengage.org.uk/contact/
Once a month, normally on a Sunday afternoon, each older guest is collected from their home by a volunteer driver and taken to a volunteer's host home where they join a small group for tea, talk and companionship. The group is warmly welcomed by a different host each month, but the charity drivers and older guests remain the same. This means that over the months and years, acquaintances turn into friends and loneliness is replaced by companionship.
Cosmic Cottage
Goodwill Hall, Retford
Weekly internet cafe for people who need help using the internet.
Cosmic Cottage CIC, is a Community Project based in Retford, run by volunteers. We are situated at the Goodwin Hall as an Internet café with a relaxing atmosphere, Customers are able to browse the Internet for fun or information, fill online forms, job search, and renew driving licences and any other government forms.
We help anyone who is unsure about using technologies. Computer advice is available even if you don’t know anything about a computer we can help. We also take referrals from the Job centre and Library, for job searches and CV creating.
There are some useful resource information leaflets available. NCHA Bassetlaw Connect has a drop in for those people having problems with social security or PIP forms also have information about the new universal credit.
We also have printing and photocopy services or just relax in the café and have freshly made food.
COVID19 update 24th August 2020 - We have been asked now several times if we are going to open after the lock down, our answer is YES! As soon as the government has said it is safe to open cafes and public buildings we will be ready. Cosmic Cottage and Goodwin Hall would like to thank everyone who has supported us before the lock down and cannot wait to open and see you all again.
Anyone who bought meal tickets, please keep hold of them we are hoping to put the meal on at a later date, if this is not possible then we will refund you. The people who have paid deposits for stalls, don’t worry again we can reschedule or we can refund. If you have any questions about this please contact us. We miss you all!!
From Goodwin Hall and Cosmic Cottage, Stay Safe and Stay at Home. https://www.facebook.com/cosmiccottage.net/
As a Community project, Cosmic Cottage is a non-profit company and relies on community support and Volunteers. Volunteers are given work experience, working with the public; being reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions to fulfil the role. Training “on the job” is available. Also access to online courses to increase their knowledge is supported.
Recently we have been instrumental in helping two homeless people get a new home so they are no longer living on our streets.
We are much more than a café!!
So if you would like to help or donate we are open every Friday from 9am to 4pm. We would love to see you.
Qualified teacher in attendance. Disabled access and toilets.
Miners Welfare over 55's
Gateford Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
Over 55's club. Light lunch, bingo, raffles, a trip each month.
Over 55's club is open from 11am on Tuesday's, starting at 12.30 - Social distancing in place with hand sanitizer available
Friendly group, new members welcome. Light lunch, bingo, raffles, trips.
50p per week for deink and meal. £5.00 per annum.
Tuesday 11.15am-2.45pm
Mixed gender group of over 55's with mining connection.
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Macmillan Team
Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster
A support service for patients & their families
Contact Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster
Phone: 01302 366666
Website: https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/services/macmillan-cancer-support-pod/
Macmillan Cancer Support Pod
Our Macmillan Pod, in the main outpatient area of Doncaster Royal Infirmary, helps those affected by cancer.
Visiting / opening times
- Monday - Friday 08:30 AM — 04:30 PM
Worksop Ryton Chorale
Choir based in Worksop. Sing in 4 part harmony. All welcome for any ranges of voice.
Contact
Email: sing@rytonchorale.org.uk
Phone: 01777 862533
Website: http://www.rytonchorale.org.uk/
Ryton Chorale is a friendly choir which rehearses every Monday evening in Worksop. We have very close links with Bassetlaw's twin towns and this enables us to enjoy exchange visits and to stage joint concerts. We welcome enthusiastic singers. Contact the Chair for more information or simply turn up to one of our rehearsals.You will receive a very warm welcome.
Rehersals are on Mondays at 7:30pm at The Holy Family School, Netherton Road, Worksop, S80 2SF during school term times
All newcomers welcome.
Subscription £8.00 monthly direct debit.
Worksop Town Seniors Walking Football
Worksop Leisure Centre Valley Road Worksop
For men over 55. Get fit, Have fun, socialise & make new friends
COVID 19 update, 6th August, 2020 - hoping that group will start again in September 2020 but please call Colin Gwilym on 07443 581486 for full information.
Mon 6-7pm - Worksop Leisure Centre, Valley Road, Worksop
First session free then £3.00 per session thereafter
DASH Bassetlaw
Bassetlaw Museum, Grove Street Retford
A free local support group for people in the Bassetlaw area who suffer from depression and anxiety.
A friendly atmosphere where you can come and discuss your health in an informal and relaxed way. Our main aim is to try and maintain positive attitudes towards depression and anxiety and to share ways and things that help us. In our group we chat about the problems we may face on a daily basis such as relationships with friends and family, the stigma of illness, finding and maintaining employment and the effects of medication. You are welcome to being a relative, friend or carer with you if you prefer not to come alone. Tea and coffee are available at a small charge.
Held every Tuesday, 1.30pm-3.30pm at Bassetlaw Museum, Grove Street, Retford, DN22 6LD
Action for Blind People
RNIB College Radmoor Road Loughborough Leicestershire
On 1 April 2017, Action for Blind People merged with RNIB. This allows us to help more blind and partially sighted people by combining our services, knowledge and expertise within one charity. Action’s vital work will continue through RNIB.
Contact RNIB College Radmoor Road Loughborough Leicestershire
Phone: 0303 1239999
Website: http://www.rnib.org.uk/who-we-are/action-for-blind-people
COVID19 update 20th July 2020
Call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 from anywhere in the UK and get the information and support you need. Where appropriate, calls will be referred to the specific services required across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales.
Our Helpline is your direct line to the support, advice, and products you need to face the future with confidence. If you or someone you know has a sight problem, our specialist advice workers can help.
Get in touch today
Find out all the different ways the RNIB Helpline can support you by phone or email.
Telephone: 0303 123 9999 open from 8am - 8pm weekdays and 9am - 1pm Saturdays.
Email: helpline@rnib.org.uk
How the Helpline can support you
We aim to help you with any questions or enquiries you have by offering the following services, which are all available through the Helpline.
In depth advice and support
Our friendly Advice Service team are here to provide a listening ear and are trained to give specialist advice to anyone affected by sight loss.
Understanding eye health and eye conditions
Get information on a particular eye condition, the effects and what can be done to help with help from our Eye Information Service
Benefits appeals, community care and discrimination
If you need any information on legal rights, our dedicated Legal Rights Service can give you advice and, where possible, formal representation.
Emotional support and counselling
If you’re finding it hard to come to terms with feelings about sight loss, our trained counsellors are here to listen and offer support.
Benefits, Consessions and Tax advice
Get in touch with the Tax Advice Service if you need any help with tax and benefit issues, including Blind Person’s Allowance.
Make friends and socialise
Take part in our telephone social groups offered by RNIB Talk and Support to help make new friends.
Get tech savvy
Find out how technology can transform your life whether you’re blind or partially sighted.
Explore reading choices
If you're struggling to read because of your sight we've got plenty of reading solutions, whatever your tastes and reading preferences.
Get advice on products
Advice on products that support independent living, both in the home and out and about.
*Calls cost no more than a standard rate call to 01 or 02 numbers and count towards any inclusive minutes in the same way as 01 and 02 calls. The price of calls varies between different service providers, including between landline and mobile companies.
Please note that we record all our calls for training and quality purposes.
Place2Be
Place2Be 13 / 14 Angel Gate 326 City Road London
Our mission is to enhance the wellbeing and prospects of children and their families by providing access to therapeutic and emotional support in schools, using a proven model backed up by research and training.
Contact Place2Be 13 / 14 Angel Gate 326 City Road London
Email: enquiries@place2be.org.uk
Phone: 0207 923 5500
Website: https://www.place2be.org.uk
Like the rest of the world, Place2Be is adapting as coronavirus (COVID-19) impacts society and everyday lives.
With school closures and lots of uncertainty, we’re working hard to ensure we can support as many children, young people and families as possible during this unsettling time. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing tips, advice, and updates on how to access our services.
With so much uncertainty in the world, children and young people need our emotional support now more than ever. Please donate today to help us to support the mental health of children and families across the UK.
Children are less likely to suffer from serious mental health difficulties in later life if they receive support at an early age, providing a cost saving to adult mental health services.
Growing evidence indicates that promoting positive mental health also improves a range of positive school outcomes, including attitudes to learning, better attendance and lower exclusion rates.
YOUNG MINDS
Suite 11, Baden Place, Crosby Row, London
The voice for young people's mental health and wellbeing. Parents helpline and young person's crisis messenger.
Contact Suite 11, Baden Place, Crosby Row, London
Email: ymenquiries@youngminds.org.uk
Phone: 020 7089 5050
Website: http://www.youngminds.org.uk/
YoungMinds is the UK’s leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people. Driven by their experiences we campaign, research and influence policy and practice. We also provide expert knowledge to professionals, parents and young people through our Parents' Helpline, online resources, training and development, outreach work and publications.
YoungMinds does not offer advice to young people – our helpline service is for parents or carers worried about a child or young person.
Free Parents' Helpline: 0808 802 5544 9.30-4pm
Parents' Online contact form: https://youngminds.org.uk/contact-us/parents-helpline-enquiries/
Online Resources for Young People: http://www.youngminds.org.uk/for_children_young_people
Young person's crisis messenger: Text YM85258 if you are experiencing a mental health crisis. 24/7 response
SANE
SANE is a leading UK mental health charity. We work to improve quality of life for anyone affected by mental illness.
Contact
Email: info@sane.org.uk
Phone: 0845 767 8000 (6pm-11pm every day - local rate on BT landlines)
Website: http://www.sane.org.uk
Covid-19 Update
In these difficult times SANE is continuing to offer help through our team of professionals and trained volunteers.
Although our previous SANEline number cannot operate at the moment, you can leave a message on 07984 967 708 giving your first name and a contact number, and one of our professionals or senior volunteers will call you back as soon as practicable. You can also contact us, as before, through our Support Forum, Textcare and other services.
See here for more information.
"Mental health is as important as physical health in these worrying and stressful days when there is so much uncertainty.
"For those who are already vulnerable through depression, anxiety and other conditions, the prospect of isolation may be hard to face. By keeping our lines open, we are striving to continue to offer some reassurance, inner strength and hope."
SANE services provide practical help, emotional support and specialist information to individuals affected by mental health problems, their family, friends and carers.
SANEline (helpline): 0300 304 7000 (4.30 pm - 10.30 pm daily) NOT OPERATING AT THE MOMENT DUE TO COVID
Website: http://www.sane.org.uk
Turn2me
Turn2Me, 1st Floor, South William Street, Dublin 2
Let's Get Talking Feeling anxious, sad or lonely? Going through a tough time? We are here to help, you are not alone. Create your account and let's get talking.
Online support & counselling.
Turn2me provides a 3 tiered approach to supporting mental wellbeing- self help, peer support and proffesional support.
Remain anonymous, express yourself and share your experiences without fear of recognition or judgement.
We can support you through peer support, support groups, counselling and psychotherapy.
Visit our website for contact details.
Teen Mental Health
Learn about Live with Care about Mental Health
Our vision is to help improve the mental health of youth by the effective translation and transfer of scientific knowledge. Our model is to use the best scientific evidence available to develop application-ready training programs, publications, tools and resources that can be applied across disciplines to enhance the understanding of adolescent mental health and mental disorders.
CAMHS - Intellectual Disability Team
Thorneywood CAMHS, Porchester Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services team, work with children and young people up to 18 years old who have an intellectual disability and suffer emotional distress.
CAMHS - Intellectual Disability Team
Thorneywood CAMHS, Porchester Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Contact Thorneywood CAMHS, Porchester Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Email: not-tr.CAMHSreferrals@nhs.net
Phone: 0115 8415812 Extension: 16746
Website: https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/camhs-intellectual-disability-team
COVID19 update - 13th August 2020 -
During this COVID-19 pandemic there may be changes in the way some of our services work. Contact the service directly to check how services are being delivered and follow their advice.
Some of our services now offer video consultations. You should speak to your clinician if this is something you would like them to consider.
Visiting: Contact the ward you wish to visit in advance for guidance and instructions for a safe visit.
If you need help in a mental health crisis during the COVID-19 pandemic outside office hours please contact our crisis team: 0808 196 3779
Bassetlaw: 0300 123 1804 (7.30am – 9pm) or 0115 956 0860 (9pm – 7.30am)
The team work with children and young people up to 18 years old who have an intellectual disability and suffer emotional distress. They work with parents/carers, schools, health professionals, social care and short breaks and offer individual tailored advice and strategies to support the young person.
The main base is Thorneywood, with clinics held in Langold, Newark-on-Trent and Mansfield. All sites have parking and disabled access.
To access this service we must receive a referral from a healthcare or educational professional. For more information please call 01623 425 110.
Help in a crisis
Outside of office hours (Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm) please contact your GP service, NHS 111, or in an emergency go to your local Accident & Emergency (A&E)department.
CGL Drug and Alcohol Support & Young Person's Substance Misuse Service
CGL, Worksop Recovery Centre, Ground Floor, Crown House, Newcastle Avenue, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Adult service for 18+ living in Notts. Please call 0115 8960798 for info.Young Person's service is open to anyone under 18.Call on 01623 703373 for more info.
CGL Drug and Alcohol Support & Young Person's Substance Misuse Service
CGL, Worksop Recovery Centre, Ground Floor, Crown House, Newcastle Avenue, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Contact CGL, Worksop Recovery Centre, Ground Floor, Crown House, Newcastle Avenue, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Email: notts@cgl.org.uk
Phone: 01158 960798
Website: https://www.changegrowlive.org/
COVID19 update, 17th August 2020 - We are here to keep you safe.
In line with government guidelines, we are limiting face to face contact to avoid spreading the virus.
We will keep in touch with you over the phone to make sure you're getting along ok. Please make sure we have your up to date phone number. If you miss our call please call us back as it is important that we stay in touch. If you have a medical review this will remain in place but unless your worker informs you otherwise, it will likely take place over the phone.
You can contact us on 0115 8960 798 or email us on notts@cgl.org.uk. You can also speak to a member of our online team.
Adults: A service tailored to the individual needs of the service user, Structured treatment including clinical and psychosocial interventions, Access to advice, information and a full recovery assessment; including assessment for detox and residential rehab provision, Recovery planning, Emphasis on peer mentoring and visible recovery to support service users throughout their recovery journey, Referral to other support services, Referral to employment, training and education providers, We always welcome new individuals, so please get in touch if you are interested in getting help from the service or you’d just like to ask some questions. Feel free to bring someone with you on your first visit.
Young Person's Service: Nottinghamshire Young Persons' Service is a is a free & confidential drug & alcohol service for young people up to the age of 18.
Alongside support services for young people we also offer support to parents, carers & professionals who support young people in Nottinghamshire. We want to ensure our service is flexible & accessible for young people so we offer appointments across Notts in youth services, schools & other convenient locations to bring the service to the young person.
Facebook: New Directions CGL Twitter: @CGLnotts
Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide
Head Office: PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, Lineva House, 28-32 Milner Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 1AD tel 01925 572 444 Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm West Midlands Office 516-517 The Green House, The Custard Factory, Gibb Street, Birmingham, B9 4DP tel 0121 437 0411 Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm:
Suicide is something PAPYRUS takes very seriously. If this is how you feel, please give us a chance to help.
Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide
Head Office: PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, Lineva House, 28-32 Milner Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 1AD tel 01925 572 444 Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm West Midlands Office 516-517 The Green House, The Custard Factory, Gibb Street, Birmingham, B9 4DP tel 0121 437 0411 Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm:
Contact Head Office: PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, Lineva House, 28-32 Milner Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 1AD tel 01925 572 444 Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm West Midlands Office 516-517 The Green House, The Custard Factory, Gibb Street, Birmingham, B9 4DP tel 0121 437 0411 Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm:
Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org
Phone: 0800 068 41 41
Website: https://www.papyrus-uk.org
What we do
- Provide confidential help and advice to young people and anyone worried about a young person
- Help others to prevent young suicide by working with and training professionals
- Campaign and influence national policy
HOPELINEUK
HOPELINEUK is a confidential support and advice service for children and young people under the age of 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, or anyone concerned that a young person could be thinking about suicide.
If you are having thoughts of suicide or are concerned for a young person who might be you can contact HOPELINEUK for confidential support and practical advice.
CALL: 0800 068 41 41
TEXT: 07860 039967
EMAIL: pat@papyrus-uk.org
OPENING HOURS
Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Weekends 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Bank Holidays 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Family lives - self harm
Family Lives East Midlands Playworks North Alfred Street
Listening, supportive and non-judgemental
Contact Family Lives East Midlands Playworks North Alfred Street
Email: askus@familylives.org.uk
Phone: 0808 800 2222
Website: http://www.familylives.org.uk/advice/teenagers/health-wellbeing/self-harm
We work closely with local communities through our services for families, and our local network of volunteers. Find out what we're doing near you and how you can get involved.
Get advice and support whenever you need it.
Chat to us online Monday-Friday: 1.30pm-5.30pm
Childline
24 hour confidential telephone helpline for anyone under 19 in the UK for any issue you are going through. Online support and advice also available.
COVID19 update, 20th August 2020 - Update from Childline
Because of the coronavirus, we've had to make some changes to how Childline works. For now, you can only speak to a Childline counsellor online or on the phone from 9am – midnight.
Available 24 hours a day, a confidential telephone helpline for those under 19 years old offering support and advice on any issue you are going through.
Telephone: 0800 1111
Chat with a counsellor online or post on the message boards: https://childline.org.uk/
Information for adults concerned about a child also available online.
Education Support Partnership
Dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the entire education workforce.
Coronavirus support
Coronavirus update: We continue to be here to provide mental health and wellbeing support to all education staff.
We have produced these mental health resources for teachers, lecturers and support staff dealing with the Covid-19 crisis. These are the topics which have been highlighted as especially difficult. View the resources on our website and watch videos for support.
We're here for you. We will listen. We can help.
For teachers and everyone working in education to boost health, happiness and wellbeing through individual support and great management. Online chat with counsellors.
Text: 07909 341229 Website: www.educationsupportpartnership.org.uk
24 hours a day free helpline: 08000 562 561
CISFA UK Chronic Illness Support for all
Know anyone with a chronic illness? We are here to support them. We run online support groups , support groups in the community, a carepack scheme , buddy schemes for hospital visits and appointments and empowerment days
COVID19 update 20th August 2020 - Unfortunately due to COVID19 all our community groups are now currently on hold until further notice. Many apologies we do understand this can be a very isolating time. Please contact us if you have any questions or need support. Visit https://www.cisfauk.com/ for full information.
https://m.facebook.com/cisfauk1/
To ensure all adults and teens with chronic illness have a safe environment to express how they feel and are made to feel supported and understood. To provide ongoing support both online and in the community without prejudice. To be exactly what it says in our title
Are you in the Nottinghamshire, Cheshire or Manchester area?
Could you volunteer a spare afternoon or evening or anytime at all?
CISFA is desperately looking for volunteers to help with carboot sales, craft fairs and support groups. Have a laugh whilst meeting new people.
Are you a crafter or have a talent ? We are also looking for donations for craft stalls and care packs. If you can help, phone or email at cisfauk@gmail.com
Single Point of Referral (SPR) - Bassetlaw
Our Single Point of Access (SPA) service provides a central point of access, via telephone, for all Bassetlaw residents who have a health query or wish to make contact with their health professional supporting them in their care.
Help in a crisis during Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic
During this COVID-19 pandemic there may be changes in the way some of our services work. Contact the service directly to check how services are being delivered and follow their advice.
Some of our services now offer video consultations. You should speak to your clinician if this is something you would like them to consider. You can find out more about video consultation here.
Visiting: Contact the ward you wish to visit in advance for guidance and instructions for a safe visit.
If you need help in a mental health crisis during the COVID-19 pandemic outside office hours please contact our crisis team: Help in a crisis
For other medical advice and support contact your GP or visit NHS 111
Only visit your local Emergency Department for serious life-threatening conditions that need immediate medical attention including persistent severe chest pain, loss of consciousness, acute confused state, severe breathlessness, severe blood loss, serious burns or suspected stroke.
Single Point of Referral - Bassetlaw
Our Single Point of Referral service provides a central point of access, via telephone, for all Bassetlaw residents who have a health query or wish to make contact with their health professional supporting them in their care.
Single Point of Referral is staffed by a team of experienced advisors who have a wide knowledge of local health service provision and customer care expertise.
Our service is available to adults over the age of 18.
Accessing our service
Single Point of Referral is a telephone service. Please contact 01777 274 422
Service opening hours
This service is a seven day service 7am - 9pm
Accessing our service
Single Point of Access (SPA) is a telephone service. Please contact 01777 274 422
Contact details
Telephone: 01777 274 422
The Mix
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Free confidential support for young people under 25 via online, social media and mobile
What does post-lockdown mean?
The government has officially eased lockdown rules, meaning as things stand right now, you’re allowed to meet up with more friends and family from different households, visit pubs and restaurants and even have your hair cut!
You still have to follow some social distancing restrictions and rules are slightly different depending on where in the UK you live.
For a full summary, see this BBC article.
Is the easing of lockdown a good thing?
For some people, the end of lockdown might feel like a huge relief. You can go out again! You can see your mates and you can do all the things you’ve been missing so much over the past few months.
But this isn’t the way everyone feels, and many of us might not feel at all ready to go back to “normality.”
- Though you may want to see your friends, the thought of putting yourself or others at risk of getting ill can be scary.
- You might be dealing with loss.
- You might be struggling with your mental or physical health.
- You might not want things to change.
How do I cope with all this change and uncertainty?
Uncertainty can be uncomfortable. When the future is hard to predict it can make you feel like things are out of your control, which can be scary.
Anxiety and fear are reasonable and natural responses to big changes.
If you feel this way there’s nothing wrong with you and there’s no need to feel embarrassed.
- Try talking to someone you trust about the way you’re feeling.
- Sticking to a routine can help to give you a sense of control, even if it’s something small like reading before bed or going for a walk at the same time every day.
- Try writing a list of all the things you can control.
- Get creative! Try singing, dancing, playing music or painting to express how you’re feeling.
What if I don’t feel comfortable going out yet?
Know that you don’t need to do anything you’re not comfortable with.
- Take things at your own pace.
- Communicate with your friends and family about how the changes are making you feel.
- If it makes you feel safer, stick to meeting people in the park in smaller groups.
- If you want to wear a mask when you see people then that’s fine too.
What if I’m shielding?
For those who are shielding (often people with long-term health conditions), the easing of restrictions won’t apply in the same way.
If you or someone in your family is shielding then it can be really stressful to see life returning to normal. It can also give you massive FOMO!
If you’re shielding or you’re worried about someone who is, know that you’re not alone.
Make sure you’re chatting to friends and family as much as you can. You can also chat things through with one of our team.
It might help to switch off from social media sometimes to avoid drawing comparisons.
Things are going back to normal, but I’m dealing with loss
Some people will have lost loved ones during the pandemic. It can be difficult to see normality returning when you’re dealing with grief and loss.
You may not have been able to see a loved one before they passed away. Restrictions may have meant that you couldn’t go to their funeral. This can make things feel twice as hard.
Grieving is one of the hardest things we go through, and everyone reacts differently. It’s ok if you’re struggling and it’s nothing to feel guilty about. But the fact that restrictions are easing also means that you can now see the people in your life that can support you through this time. Staying in touch with your friends and family can make a huge difference.
You might find our article on coping with grief helpful. Take a look at Barnardo’s article on coping with loss.
You could also sign up for bereavement counselling. You can get free counselling with The Mix here.
But, I liked some bits of lockdown!
Did you actually find lockdown nice and peaceful? Some people enjoyed the chance to slow things down and reconnect with the things they love doing.
You might also feel anxious about returning to school, university or to normal working life. But you’re not the only person who’ll be feeling this way.
- Make a list of all the things you enjoyed about lockdown, so you know which habits you want to keep.
- Talk to your employer or your teachers about what you need to feel comfortable going back to a more normal routine.
- Take things slowly; no one is forcing you to rush back to a faster pace of life.
Stay connected
No matter how you’re feeling about a post-lockdown world, it’s important to remember that we’re all going through this together, and there’s no perfect way of coping.
The key thing is to stay connected to those around you and make sure you feel supported and heard.
You might find these articles by Mind and the Mental Health Foundation helpful.
Speak to our team for free and confidential support on anything and everything that’s on your mind.
Next Steps
- If you're under 25 and would like free confidential telephone counselling from The Mix to help you figure things out complete this form and we'll call you to arrange your first session.
- Mind offers advice and support to people with mental health problems. Their helpline runs nine to six from Monday to Friday. 0300 123 3393
- Anyone can contact the Samaritans on their 24-hour helpline to talk things through. 116 123
- Our Crisis Messenger provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK. If you’re aged 25 or under, you can text THEMIX to 85258
- AnxietyUK run helplines, email support, live chats and therapy services for people with anxiety disorders. 08444 775 774
- Chat about this subject on our Discussion Boards.
- Need help but confused where to go locally? Download our StepFinder iPhone app to find local support services quickly.
The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. We are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs. Talk to us via online, social or our free
If you’re under 25 and need help but don’t know where to turn call us for FREE on 0808 808 4994. We’ll explore your situation with you and find organisations that may be able to help you further. We’re open from 11am to 11pm every day.
One to one chat allows you to live message our trained helpline supporters about any issue that is troubling you. Our team is trained to help you explore your situation and find organisations which might be able to help you further. We offer a non-judgemental service so you can speak to us about any issue. We’re open from 11am to 11pm every day.
We want to help you find the information you need. The more you are able to tell us about your current situation, the more we will be able to help. You can email the helpline at any time and we aim to respond within 24 hours.
Visit our website: http://www.themix.org.uk/
Muddy Fork
Muddy Fork Retford Enterprise Centre Randall Way Retford Nottinghamshire
Gardening together for wellbeing You can help too! Muddy Fork helps people experiencing mental health challenges take back control of their lives through volunteer gardening & conservation in Bassetlaw.
Contact Muddy Fork Retford Enterprise Centre Randall Way Retford Nottinghamshire
Email: domschad@muddyfork.org
Phone: 07421356717
Website: https://www.muddyfork.org/
COVID19 Update 13th August 2020 - Muddy Fork, Retford’s ‘gardening for wellbeing’ project based at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve, is of course currently unable to provide a service. Groups are suspended and the worker furloughed. The garden, however, is being maintained by volunteers in the expectation that work will resume in due course and will be needed more than ever.
Muddy Fork participants whose mental health has been adversely affected by lockdown conditions will be glad to return, get to work, and meet up with others. New referrals can be expected given the downturn in wellbeing felt by many. The project also hopes that its corporate wellbeing days will be increasingly used by businesses whose employees have appreciated access to nature during the lockdown period. All this however is dependent on the project’s financial survival. Fundraising possibilities are currently limited: many grant-giving bodies are not accepting applications, and the small donations from groups, clubs and individuals which have helped sustain the project have largely dried up.
Muddy Fork trustees are monitoring developments closely and providing updates on their website, www.muddyfork.org. They will be pleased to hear from supporters, donors and referrers, though referrals cannot actually be progressed at the moment. To get in touch, contact trustee@muddyfork.org.
Mental health issues don't just disappear because there's a pandemic, indeed they can be magnified.
Muddy Fork provides a much needed lifeline to some of our participants and whilst COVID has meant our sessions have had to be suspended, we are still providing support (where possible) to our partcipants. So we need all the help we can get at the moment. Heather is kindly fundraising for Muddy Fork by doing a massive challenge. For twenty-five days, Heather's doing 25 press-ups, every day!
Please follow the link to read more about why Heather's doing the challenge, and then donate and share!
https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/mypage/heatherdavidson
We understand that this is an exceptionally trying time: the threat is real, the fear is real, isolation is now real; Muddy Fork will do its best to support existing participants (this may prove impossible, but we will try!).
New referrals will still be accepted, but not progressed for the time being.
Please take care and look after yourselves and your loved ones.
Dom Schad, Muddy Fork Director 23rd March 2020
We help people improve their wellbeing & mental health through volunteer conservation & wildlife gardening in Nottinghamshire.
If you would like to find more about the support which we offer please visit our website or get in touch https://www.muddyfork.org/
If you would like to refer - https://www.muddyfork.org/how-to-refer/
Silver Letters - Silverline
Do you enjoy sharing your musings by putting pen to paper? Or miss receiving personal, handwritten letters in the post? Then Silver Letters could be the perfect opportunity for you to form a friendship. This is completely free
The Silver Line is the only free confidential helpline providing information, friendship and advice to older people, open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
The Silver Line operates the only confidential, free helpline for older people across the UK that’s open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The helpline number is: 0800 4 70 80 90.
We also offer telephone and letter friendship schemes where we match volunteers with older people based on their interests; facilitated group calls; and help to connect people with local services in their area.
The Silver Line Helpline
The Silver Line is the only confidential, free helpline for older people across the UK open every day and night of the year. Our specially-trained helpline team:
- Offer information, friendship and advice.
- Link callers to local groups and services.
- Offer regular friendship calls.
- Protect and support older people who are suffering abuse and neglect
68% of calls to the helpline are made at night and weekends.
Who can call the helpline
The Silver Line is a helpline for older people.
We have no strict age limits but most people we speak to are over 55. So, if you think it’s for you, it’s for you.
All helpline calls are free
The Silver Line Helpline is free to callers.
All costs of calls are covered by The Silver Line. We rely entirely on donations from organisations and people who care about the welfare and safety of older people. Find out more about how to support The Silver line here.
All helpline calls are confidential
The Silver Line is a confidential helpline.
Callers are free to express their feelings, and describe their lives honestly, and can trust us to respect their privacy.
In cases of abuse or neglect, with the callers’ permission, we will involve specialist safeguarding organisations such as Action on Elder Abuse or the appropriate social services team.
Silver Line Scotland
From February 1, 2017 all calls from across the UK will be answered by our helpline team in Blackpool. We will continue to refer any requests for advice and information from people living in Scotland to Age Scotland between 9-5pm Monday – Friday.
Scottish helpline callers, people with Silver Line Friends, and our volunteers, will be supported by our head office and helpline team and our Nations Manager who is based in Scotland.
To find out more about our Blackpool based helpline hub, please click here
Silver Line Telephone Friends
If callers would like to be put in touch with a Silver Line Friend, they can enjoy a regular weekly friendship telephone call. Silver Line Friends are volunteers who have contacted The Silver Line because they enjoy talking to older people.
Calls are free for both parties, as costs are covered by The Silver Line through donations.
We match the older person to like-minded volunteers, based on their interests and preferences. It is not a counselling service and Silver Line Friends will not meet, or know the telephone numbers of the people they speak to.
Silver Letters
Telephone friendship schemes are not suitable for everyone. We created the Silver Letters scheme for people who are hearing impaired, and would like a Silver Line Friend, as well as those who just prefer the written word.
Silver Letters are a regular exchange of correspondence between an older person and a Silver Line Friend. All postage is free for both parties, and sent via our mail centre, so costs are covered by The Silver Line.
We match older people to like-minded volunteers. It is not a counselling service and Silver Line Friends will not meet or know the address of the people they write to.
Silver Circles
Silver Circles are facilitated group telephone calls where people with shared interests can discuss topics that interest them with a wider group. This is enjoyed by people who would like to speak with more than one person at a time.
Calls are free for people taking part, as costs are covered by The Silver Line.
Silver Connects
The Silver Connects team provides older people with more intensive support, advice, and help with connecting to local services. Since launching in November 2015, the team has worked on issues ranging from housing and health issues, to finding lunch clubs and even financial concerns.
Find out about more about volunteering opportunities with The Silver Line here.
Clearways Counselling Service
Ladybrook Community Centre Mansfield Nottinghamshire
We are a support group for people living with stress, worries, depression and anger issues. We offer a safe space and confidentiality for you to explore your feelings in a group counselling setting. We also offer one to one counselling.
Contact Ladybrook Community Centre Mansfield Nottinghamshire
Email: clearwayscounselling@gmail.com
Phone: 07988 756095
COVID UPDATE: PLEASE VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR DETAILS OF HOW TO GET IN TOUCH IF YOU REQUIRE COUNSELLING.
We offer 121 counselling service for children aged 14 and over and adults with no upper age cap.
Our service is low cost and free in exceptional circumstances.
We are a team of 17 counsellors.
All BACP registered.
We have just celebrated our 5 birthday.
We deliver our service across Ashfield and Mansfield in GP surgeries, schools and community centres.
Sessions cost £10 or free for those in severe cases of low/no income.
Meetings: Tuesdays 3.30pm in Mansfield Library.
121 counselling sessions across the district in several community venues.
Find us on Facebook at : https://www.facebook.com/counsellinginmansfieldforchildrenyoungpeopleadults/about/
Bassetlaw Connect
Unit 3. The Point, Coach Road, Shireoaks, Worksop Notts
Free advice & support for people who may be thought to be at risk of deteriorating health & independence within the Bassetlaw area.
Contact Unit 3. The Point, Coach Road, Shireoaks, Worksop Notts
Email: nchabassetlaw.connect@ncha.org.uk
Phone: 0115 8443541
Website: https://careandsupport.ncha.org.uk/Bassetlaw-Connect
COVID19 update, 29th July 2020 - no drop in sessions at the moment but face to face visits have resumed.
For anyone feeling isolated, vulnerable or lonely in their own home. Short term support in the following areas-:
Physical & mental health-Keeping active, support to maintain contacts with family & friends, preventing falls, support to manage long term health conditions
Finances- Supporting to budget, benefits applications, advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney
Social interaction-Support to find local activities, clubs & leisure
Housing Support to maintain tenancy, housing applications, support to move house, Home Safety-Support with aids & adaptions, repairs, gardening
Maintaining independence to improve self confidence.
Drop In Details: Monday: 1 - 4 Sandy Lane, Partnership House ( Worksop ) - 11am - 4pm
Friday 11.00 - 4.00 Goodwin Hall, Retford
Community Mental Health Team - Single Point of Access
Based at Bassetlaw Hospital
Service users will receive interventions if they are modertae to severe mental health problems, including depressive illnesses and disorders of personality
Interventions are offered on a 1-1 and/or group therapy basis
Support available Monday - Friday 09.00 - 5.00
Kooth.com Online Counselling
Free, safe & anonymous online support for young people. Peer chatroom, info, journal writing.
Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people
Monday – Friday 12pm – 10pm
Saturday – Sunday 6pm – 10pm
Suicide Support Group - SSG
Friends Meeting House Rosemary Street Mansfield Nottingham
This service offers private and confidential support to anyone affected by the effects and/or impact of Suicide
Contact Friends Meeting House Rosemary Street Mansfield Nottingham
Phone:
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Suicide-Support-Group-Mansfield-SSG-214959362241813/?ref=page_internal
SESSIONS ARE NOW BACK IN SERVICE AFTER CORONA PANDEMIC
The groups is based in Mansfield and meetings take place every Thursday morning at 10.30 am at Friends Meeting House, Rosemanry Street, Mansfield, Notts.
Contact via Facebook.
Bassetlaw Bereavement Care at Bassetlaw Hospital
Bassetlaw Hospital Address Kilton Hill Worksop Nottinghamshire Postcode
Offers pratical assistance & support to those who are experiencing a bereavement
Bassetlaw Bereavement Care at Bassetlaw Hospital
Bassetlaw Hospital Address Kilton Hill Worksop Nottinghamshire Postcode
Contact Bassetlaw Hospital Address Kilton Hill Worksop Nottinghamshire Postcode
Phone: 01909 572779
Website: https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/
Support is accessible Monday - Friday 09.00 - 5.00pm based at Bassetlaw Hospital
COVID19 - currently offering counselling by telephone or email support.
CALM - Campaign Against Living Miserably
The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is leading a movement against male suicide, the single biggest killer of men under 45 in the UK. Join the campaign to take a stand against male suicide and get the tools you need for action.
Visit the website for more information www.thecalmzone.net
Support is available from 5.00pm - Midnight 365 days a year
Call 0800 58 58 58 Nationwide OR 0808 802 58 58 from London
Combat Stress
Military charity specialising in the care of veterans' mental health.
COVID19 update 24th August 2020 -
With the Government advising the public to avoid non-essential travel following the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), we are asking that visitors do not attend any of our treatment centres. This includes veterans, who will receive their treatment and support off-site.
Our 24-hour Helpline 0800 138 1619 will remain open to provide confidential advice and support to veterans and their families.
Self-Help guides and tools for veterans during this difficult time are now available on our website.
>> CLICK for COVID-19 Self-Help guides.
Treats conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression and anxiety disorders. Services are free of charge to the Veteran, and provides a dedicated service for Veterans whose mental health condition is often complex and long term.
If you're a veteran worried about your mental health, we can help.
Here are some symptoms you may recognise if you've had traumatic experiences:
- Work-related or relationship problems
- Feeling numb and empty
- Feeling suicidal
- Self harm and self-destructive tendencies
- Avoidance of people and places
- Panic attacks/anxiety/depression/mood swings
- Feeling isolated
- Frequent periods of withdrawal into oneself
- Nightmares/flashbacks/insomnia
- Anger or aggressive behaviour
- Feeling distrustful and suspicious/blaming others
- Misuse of alcohol/drugs/gambling and/or food
- Seeking out high-risk/dangerous pursuits.
Our life-changing treatment is on hand for you.
Visit our website for more information www.combatstress.org.uk
If you’re currently serving or have served in the UK Armed Forces, you can call our 24-hour mental health helpline. If you’re a family member or carer worried about the mental health of a loved one, or need to talk to someone yourself, you can call the helpline too.
The helpline is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Veterans and their families can call 0800 138 1619.
Serving personnel and their families can call 0800 323 4444.
You can also text on 07537 404719 and email helpline@combatstress.org.uk standard charges may apply for texts, please check with your provider.
Combat Stress and our helpline are not crisis services. If you are in an emergency situation, and need urgent support please call the emergency services via 999 or the Samaritans via 116 123.
Worksop Society of Artists
A social group for like minded Artists. The WSA provides opportunities for amateur and professionals to meet, create and exhibit together. All levels are welcome.
Contact
Email: worksopsocietyofartists@gmail.com
Phone: 01909 720562
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pg/worksopsocietyofartists/about/?ref=page_internal
Meet on a Wednesday Morning from 09.00 - 12.00 at Worksop Cricket Club
Follow them on Facebook @worksopsocietyofarts
The Oddfellows - South Yorkshire & Derbyshire District Branch
Oddfellows House 40 Westgate Rotherham
The Oddfellows is a friendly society with branches accross the UK
The Oddfellows - South Yorkshire & Derbyshire District Branch
Oddfellows House 40 Westgate Rotherham
Contact Oddfellows House 40 Westgate Rotherham
Email: lesley.walton@oddfellows.co.uk
Phone: 01709 838673
Website: https://www.oddfellows.co.uk/
Through friendship and social events, we help our members get more enjoyment out of life, and offer care, advice and support in times of need.
The group welcome people of all ages to join in their activities
Visit their website to find out where the next event is near you
Example of events:
Simon Bull gives a brilliant insight in to his photographic journey at The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop S80 2AT (for this event contact 01709 838673).
Upcoming events
Coffee and Catch up MorningS Yorks and N Derbys District Branch1 September 2020, 11.00am
Coffee and Catch up MorningS Yorks and N Derbys District Branch2 September 2020, 11.00am
Coffee and Catch up MorningS Yorks and N Derbys District Branch3 September 2020, 11.00am
Coffee and Catch up MorningS Yorks and N Derbys District Branch4 September 2020, 11.00am
Forces For Warmth - Energy Advice for Service Personnel and their Families
NEA may be able to offer advice, support and practical help if your spouse or dependent family has served in the armed forces, or are currently serving
Coronavirus / Covid-19
Visit our website below for information relating to COVID 19 and what we are doing to help during lockdown. https://www.nea.org.uk/category/covid-19/
NEA is a National Independent Charity offering advice, support and practical help if your spouse or dependent family has served in the armed forces, or are currently serving
Do you ever go without heating to save energy?
Are you worried about the cost of your fuel bills?
Chat Health Text Service
ChatHealth is a confidential text messaging service that enables children and young people (aged 11-19) to contact their local public health nursing (school nursing) team.
Text: 07507 329 952
Advice for Teens in Nottinghamshire
- Organisation: Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Service: Nottinghamshire Healthy Family Team
- For: Young people aged 11-19
- Response time: Within 24 hours, 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday (except bank holidays)
Parentline for Nottinghamshire
- Organisation: Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Service: Nottinghamshire Healthy Family Team
- For: Parents and carers of all children and young people aged 0-19
- Response time: Within 24 hours, 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday (except bank holidays)
07520 619919
The Time Machine
15 Churchgate, Retford, (corner of Union Street next to traffic lights)
Interactive Activity Centre with themed activity rooms providing memorable experiences to the lonely, medically or physically restricted.
Contact 15 Churchgate, Retford, (corner of Union Street next to traffic lights)
Phone: 01777 869535
What is the Time Machine?
Promoting & Supporting independence. Providing a safe place in Retford town centre for the anxious or depressed. Preserving quality of life for those living with dementia & their carers. £20 per session including refreshments, free for carers. Transport coming soon.
The Time Machine offers a friendly and fun activity centre designed to exercise mind and body. Each room is decorated to represent a different period in history such as our 1940's dining room, 1950s cinema experience room and the 1960s kitchen. For anyone struggling with mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression, we offer music appreciation and health and beauty sessions on makeover days. For adults living with dementia or additional needs we offer seated exercise, memory games, cognitive stimulation therapy, music and introduction to foreign language classes, art, reminiscence and cross-generational sessions. Further events are in the pipeline. All of our classes are aimed at enriching lives in a safe and fun community setting. Situated in a historic and much-loved Georgian building , the Time Machine can be found in the heart of Retford nestling between the library and The Vine. It overlooks Cannon Square and St Swithun's Church and provides a safe and secure environment with carefully vetted and trained staff. Home assessments may be necessary in some cases to establish individual needs in order to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place. Sessions are very reasonably priced at £5-£15 depending on the tutor, content and length of session. We are very lucky to have an enthusiastic group of volunteers who support the staff and are always happy to extend a warm welcome to other potential volunteers.
If you have any enquiries about The Time Machine – our aims, forthcoming events, to look around or possibilities for room hire – please contact our Manager Sally on 07388 115 801 or 07870 505000.
In addition to our classes we offer room hire for training sessions, meetings and private parties.
The Time Machine also offers family support services such as hospital visiting, care home selection, visiting and feedback, birthday visits to deliver presents /flowers/cake from families who don't live in the area, grave tending, personal assistant vetting, referencing and training. Please ask for details.
Open Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm
Saturday to Sunday TBC
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The Cinnamon Trust
10 Market Square, Hayle, Cornwall,
The National Charity for the elderly, the terminally ill and their pets
Contact 10 Market Square, Hayle, Cornwall,
Phone: 01736 757 900
Website: http://www.cinnamon.org.uk/
The Cinnamon Trust
The only specialist national charity for people in their last years and their much loved, much needed companion animals.
A network of 15,000 volunteers “hold hands” with owners to provide vital loving care for their pets. We keep them together - for example, we’ll walk a dog every day for a housebound owner, we’ll foster pets when owners need hospital care, we’ll fetch the cat food, or even clean out the bird cage, etc.
When staying at home is no longer an option, our Pet Friendly Care Home Register lists care homes and retirement housing happy to accept residents with pets, and providing previous arrangements have been made with us we will take on life time care of a bereaved pet.
The Cinnamon Trust - Peace of mind for owners, love, care and safety for beloved pets. But helping 32,142 people a year with 41,342 animals and running two home from home sanctuaries costs - We need your help to make sure we’re always there.
Anxiety UK
Works to relieve & support those living with anxiety & anxiety-based depression by providing information, support & understanding via an extensive range of services.
COVID19 update, 20th July 2020 - for further information and help, please visit https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/
Services include 1:1 therapy. Works regularly with external agencies & healthcare professionals to improve services for those living with anxiety & anxiety-based depression & also campaign to raise awareness of the conditions.
Phoneline is open Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm 03444 775 774
Text Service: 07537 416 905
Linking Lives - Combating Loneliness And Social Isolation
Woodley Hill House, Eastcourt Avenue, Reading
Linking Lives UK is working with churches and Christian agencies to set up befriending schemes along with social events and activities which have a significant impact on the lives of all who take part.
Linking Lives - Combating Loneliness And Social Isolation
Woodley Hill House, Eastcourt Avenue, Reading
Contact Woodley Hill House, Eastcourt Avenue, Reading
Email: admin@linkinglives.uk
Phone: 0300 302 0225
Website: http://linkinglives.uk/
Linking Lives UK is a Christian charity working with churches and Christian agencies to reach some of the most socially isolated older people in the UK. We are specifically looking to focus our work in some of the highest priority areas as defined by Age UK in their Loneliness Heatmap research findings.
Our core approach involves linking volunteers (who are fully vetted and interviewed) with older people requesting regular home visits. These visits are carried out once a week or once a fortnight and last for between one and two hours. Link Friends are primarily identified through referrals from social workers, GP’s, health visitors, other health/social care professionals and from family members/ friends. Following a referral, an initial assessment is carried out which enables an understanding of the Link Friend’s priorities, health issues and existing sources of support and engagement to be understood. Following the initial assessment, the aim is to match a suitable volunteer with the Link Friend. This process is carried out by considering the location, interests and any hobbies of Link Friends and volunteers available.
Volunteers can also take their friend on occasional outings and other social events and activities may also be arranged regularly by the local scheme. These visits often become a highlight of the week for all involved and result in huge benefits to health and wellbeing.
Currently looking to set up a scheme in Bassetlaw
Home Club - Lunch Club & Games - Rayton Spur
Rayton Spur Community Centre Worksop Notts.
Weekly lunch club with games.
Contact Rayton Spur Community Centre Worksop Notts.
Phone: 01909 732488
Website: https://www.mha.org.uk/live-home/live-home-near-me/worksop-district/
Covid -19 update- Closed until further notice. Will be reviewed April 2021
Accessible transport can usually be provided by the scheme if necessary. All meals are freshly cooked on the premises and consist of three courses. Aimed at people over 60 who live in their own homes, to promote independent living.
Held weekly on Wednesday's from 12.00pm-2.30pm. £5.50 for 3 course meal and drinks.
Referrals only. Please contact Elaine prior to attending.
Also have activities session.
The Friary
The Friary 46 Musters Road West Bridgford
We empower homeless and vulnerable adults to rebuild their lives by offering practical services, advice and emotional support.
Contact The Friary 46 Musters Road West Bridgford
Email: admin@the-friary.org.uk
Phone: 0115 982 5448
Website: http://the-friary.org.uk/
COVID INFORMATION
To provide food and essential support during the Coronavirus pandemic, our Friary Drop-in Centre will be open:
Monday – Friday
09.00 – 12.00 each day
We are offering a limited but practical at the door drop-in service daily by giving out food, clothes, essential items and providing welfare support. Please respect the social distancing advice when you arrive. Please only attend our drop-in Centre if essential.
Saturday – Closed
Sunday – Closed
The Friary now delivers a wide range of services with open access drop-in sessions being delivered 3 times per week, 52 weeks of the year. Each drop-in is accessed by over 100 local people in need of support. The Friary is passionate about people and about tackling poverty caused by homelessness and unemployment. The charity is committed to offering person-centred advice and support which is accessible and free to all those who require it.
Facilities Available
Open access drop-in sessions from 9am to 1pm on: MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY
During these times the following available:
• Confidential Advice on Housing, Benefits and Debt related issues
• Practical Assistance (food, clothing & small household items)
• Access to IT Suite for support with Benefit & Housing Claims 9.30am-12.30pm
• A range of Health & Hygiene Facilities
• Refreshments and Nutritious Hot Food
• Emotional Support
Sunday Evening Fellowship
8pm to 9pm
Or by appointment at other times
• Confidential Welfare Guidance
• Practical Assistance
• Someone to talk to
How we do it
By offering the following services:
• Professional Advice and Referral
• GP Surgery
• Homeless Health Team
• Employment Support
• Optician
• IT Literacy Training
• Barber
• Welfare Provision of Nutritious Food, Clothing, Toiletries and Small Household Items
• Shower and Laundry Facilities
Canaan Trust
14 Main St Long Eaton Nottingham
The Canaan Trust, an independent Christian Charity provides safe secure and healthy supported accommodation for homeless males aged 16-54.
Contact 14 Main St Long Eaton Nottingham
Email: online form
Phone: 0115 946 4903
Website: http://www.canaan-trust.co.uk/
Based in Long Eaton, Nottingham the Trust serves the needs of homeless men from all parts of Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
Person Centred in its approach the Canaan Trust values every homeless person as a unique individual. The Trust is committed to transparency, to fair access, diversity, inclusion as well as fair exit from its service.
The Canaan Trust supplies accommodation as the tip of the iceberg of its homeless service. Staff provide individual and collective support 24-7 with staff permanently, physically, available on site, recognizing that the homeless have complex needs which have contributed to their homelessness and they subsequent social exclusion.
The trust currently runs two properties and aims to provide a homely environment for all residents, providing areas for social interaction and friendships to develop.
Jordan House
Is a large nine-bedroom property with an extensive shared kitchen, large lounge, new dinning room, several bathrooms and toilet facilities.
Cranmer Street
Is a shared house with three bedrooms, shared kitchen, lounge, and bathroom.
Both properties are situated close to the town centre’s amenities – doctors, dentists, shops, Post Office, Job Centre, Connexions office and library.
Education – Our college facility
At Jordon House the trust has built a state-of-the-art education facility. The majority of its clients have educational issues requiring assistance with literacy and numeracy.
Working in partnership with Derby College, which provides professional tutors, clients can undertake courses in literacy and numeracy in a familiar environment which is supportive and conducive to their embracing the opportunities provided. This enables them to take examinations in both subjects at a pace appropriate to individual needs and abilities.
The educational facility is called The Manna and is also used to provide learning opportunities in many of the skills for life the majority of us take for granted. Clients are helped with budgeting, personal hygiene, cooking, shopping, sexual health, emotional intelligence, first aid, writing CVs, job searching, letter writing, and official form completion.
Clients, as well as receiving one to one support, can take part in group sessions dealing with issues relating to interpersonal skills, and substance abuse.
Volunteers put classes on in the Manna introducing clients to such subjects as art, sculpture, IT and other extra curricular studies.
Other volunteers help clients enjoy sports such as archery while the project provides clients with the opportunity to use the gym and swimming facilities at West Park.
BCVS Community Advisor
BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
The BCVS Community Advisor can offer supported navigation for all patients registered with a Bassetlaw GP.. Community Advisor os part of Bassetlaw Social Prescribing Service.
BCVS Community Advisor
BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
Contact BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: communityadvisor@bcvs.org.uk
Phone: 01909 476118
Website: https://www.bcvs.org.uk/bcvs-services/services/community-advisor
IMPROVING THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF BASSETLAW RESIDENTS THROUGH SUPPORTED
ACCESS AND NAVIGATION INTO LOCAL SERVICES AND SUPPORT GROUPS
The Community Advisor is a specialist with a wealth of knowledge and experience about services across Bassetlaw, helping individuals to access non-medical support services from voluntary organisations and community groups.
Anyone over the age of 16 who is registered with a Bassetlaw GP can access this service.
You can ask at your GP Reception when the Community Advisor will be visiting your local surgery or contact us directly here at BCVS.
The Community Advisor will discuss with the individual how one of the many voluntary or community services may help them improve their health and wellbeing alongside any existing medical treatment.
The Community Advisor can help you to:
- Identify groups which may offer additional support to help you understand and manage your medical condition
- Access community social groups by giving you a named contact and specific group information
- Access benefits, debt and welfare advice
- Address loneliness and isolation issues by encouraging participation with local activity group
- Access information and advice on a wide range of services for the whole family
Your Community Advisor will be able to identify suitable support options and they will afford the time to find contact details of the leaders of groups and services to make the access as smooth as possible.
There are several ways to make contact with the Community Advisor:
You can ring the Community Advisor direct for telephone advice. Available Monday to Friday on 01909 476118 Ext 24.
Veteran Together Network- Nottinghamshire
Have you served in the Armed Forces? Are you over 65? Veterans Together Network can help you to get involved with projects and activities in your local community.
Contact
Phone: 0300 500 80 80- customer service
Website: https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/council-structure/supporting-armed-forces
DUE TO COVID19 PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE AND FOLLOW APPROPRIATE LINKS FOR INFORMATION REGARDING HOW TO GET IN TOUCH.
By joining the Veterans Together Network we can help you to get involved with projects and activities in your local community. For instance cookery classes, music sessions, gardening and art/history projects where you can create something, commemorate your time in the Armed Forces and share your story with others. You will also get the opportunity to join our existing well-being groups, develop your own or be sign-posted to community organisations that will meet your needs and open up your social circle.
Supporting armed forces
The County Council is a proud supporter of armed forces in Nottinghamshire. We have a long standing relationship with the local regular and reserve units, as well as the veterans and cadets.
We also bring together councillors, officers and representatives from the armed forces and military civilians charities to work on activities and issues.
This is led by Councillor Keith Girling who is the Armed Forces Champion.
"We should never forget the sacrifice and commitment shown by the men and women who serve and have served the nation, we are committed to supporting the whole armed forces community," Councillor Girling said.
Our support for armed forces includes:
- Armed Forces Covenant Strategy and Action Plan
- Nottinghamshire Community Covenant
- Veterans Information Network Nottinghamshire
- Veterans Together Network.
Groups held in:
Beeston
Canalside Heritage Centre
Weir Cottages
Canal Side
Beeston
Nottingham
NG9 1LZ
Every Thursday between 11.30am to 1.30pm.
Mansfield
- women's drop-in group - Tuesday afternoons 3.30pm to 5pm
- men's drop-in group - Thursday afternoons 3.30pm to 5pm.
William Kaye Hall
Ladybrook Community Centre
Ladybrook Lane
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 5JJ
Netherfield
Loco Centre
139A Victoria Way
Netherfield
NG4 2PD
Every Wednesday 10.30am to 12.30pm
Time To Craft Group - Rampton
Rampton Village Hall Retford, Nottinghamshire,
This Craft group meets at Rampton Village Hall, in North Nottinghamshire
Contact Rampton Village Hall Retford, Nottinghamshire,
Email: worldtourist.liz@gmail.com
Phone: 07813 838320
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID AND DURING SUMMER 2020.
Further details of when meetings may resume are to follow.
This craft group consists of: Knitting, Crochet, Needlepoint and paper art
Everyone Welcome on a Tuesday evening 6.30 - 8.30pm
Retford Veterans Breakfast Club
64 Bridgegate, Retford DN22 7UZ
All welcome at the Galway Arms AT 64 Bridgegate, Retford DN22 7UZ
09.00am each Saturday
Counselling Directory
Counselling Directory Building 3 Riverside Way Camberley Surrey
Find a counsellor or therapist near you - visit the website see below
Contact Counselling Directory Building 3 Riverside Way Camberley Surrey
Phone: 0333 325 2500
When you are going through a difficult time, it can be very easy to keep your worries to yourself and believe that you are the only one experiencing such painful feelings. While we all have our own ways of coping, information and support can make a huge difference.
Counselling Directory was set up by a team who know how difficult it can be to find the support and information you need. Being a team who between us have experienced various mental health issues, we know how it feels to be overwhelmed, isolated and somewhat lost.
Through our own experiences, we have learnt how important having relevant information is and how the right support can help transform lives.
Our journey inspired us to share what we have learnt along the way with others. Our team is passionate about counselling and we want to promote the huge benefits talking therapy can have. We know how important it is to find the right counsellor for you and we are dedicated to making that process as simple as possible.
Contact us by phone
Tel: 0333 325 2500
Monday 9.30am to 5pm
Tuesday - Thursday 9am to 5pm
Friday 9am to 4pm
Do-It - National Volunteering Database
Find your perfect volunteering opportunity.
Do IT is one of the top platforms signposted to through gov.uk guidance on how to help safely. Do IT has been working alongside the Government as part of the response to COVID-19 and are helping volunteers to get involved to support the most vulnerable people in their homes. Our aim is to make it easy for everyone in the country to provide all the help they can, and for every voluntary organisation and every person to find the help they need. So, we’ve created a community for the nation - ‘Our Community’ - on the Do IT platform.
https://do-it.org/news/our-community
Find the perfect volunteering opportunity just for you.
Enter your postcode or town to start searching now. on www.do-it.org
Click on Advanced search for more options.
Bassetlaw Back to Netball
Back to Netball night in Bassetlaw.
Contact
Email: louise.key@englandnetball.co.uk
Phone: 07545 924994
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pg/retfordworksopB2N/about/?ref=page_internal
COVID19 - update 29th July 2020 - still waiting for government advice.
Meets Elizabethan Acadamy, Thursday 6 - 7pm - £4.00 per session.
Netball Now - Worksop College, Thursday 8 - 9pm - £4.00 per session - turn up and play.
Walking Netball, - Harworth and Bircotes Sports Pavillion - Monday 1pm - 2pm - £2.00 per session (slower version of the game, netball but at a walking pace, game designed so that anyone can play regardless of any age or fitness level. Fun, flexible activitity. Refreshments and chat after the game.
If you haven’t played since school, college, uni, you’ve had time out for other commitments or you’ve never played netball; these sessions might be for you. It’s a fun and friendly.
The Sherwood Ladies Rounders Team
The Sherwood Ladies Rounders League is a friendly league situated in and around the town of New Ollerton, Notts.
Contact
Email: beckylaw68@yahoo.com
Phone: 07977443129
Website: https://sherwoodladiesrounders.leaguerepublic.com/l/fg/1_127250763.html
MATCHES CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID
Contact an be made on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsherwoodladiesroundersleague
Clubs are still running but no matches this year organised.
All league matches are played on Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting at 7pm at various venues (see 'Venues' page).
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, if you are interested in playing please go to the 'Contacts' page. We'd love to hear from you !!
The League welcomes enquiries from new teams or new players wishing to join the league for the next season which runs from April through to August/September.
Please get in touch - it's great fun!!
Blyth Cricket Club
We are an inclusive club who always welcome new players of any age, gender & ability.
Contact
Email: andycarts78@hotmail.com
Phone:
Website: http://blyth.play-cricket.com/website/web_pages/167102
COVID19 update, 6th August 2020 - please visit website or phone Andy Carter (Club Secretary) on 07790 280990 for further information,
We are an inclusive club who always welcome new players of any age, gender & ability and suggest contacting the Club via our secretary Andy Carter (07790 280990). During the season, why not come along to senior nets on a Thursday evening & speak to the 1st XI or 2nd XI captain or to junior training on a Friday evening.
Any parent wanting more information about age group cricket should contact our junior coordinator Malcolm Butler via the club officials page.
If you would like to join Blyth Cricket Club, please e-mail Andy Carter (Club Secretary) at andycarts78@hotmail.com
Worksop Ladies Hockey Club
Worksop Ladies Hockey Club 17 Maple Leaf Gardens Worksop Notts
Welcome to Worksop Ladies HC We play in the Midlands and Nottinghamshire leagues and welcome players of all ages & skill.
Worksop Ladies Hockey Club
Worksop Ladies Hockey Club 17 Maple Leaf Gardens Worksop Notts
Contact Worksop Ladies Hockey Club 17 Maple Leaf Gardens Worksop Notts
Email: worksopladieshockeyclub@gmail.com
Phone: 07720 846733
Website: http://www.worksopladieshc.co.uk/
COVID UPDATE: Hockey is now at Step 4 of our Return To Play Guidance. With the right steps, competitive activity can resume - both training and matches – outdoor and indoor.
It is anticipated that the new season for Ladies hockey will start on the 26th September 2020. England Hockey have published guidance on staying safe during the current Covid-19 situation. More details can be found at http://www.englandhockey.co.uk/page.asp?section=2633§ionTitle=Covid%2D19+Club+Support
If you are interested in playing hockey please contact us at: worksopladieshockeyclub@gmail.com
raining will again take place every Wednesday from 7pm to 8.30pm at Worksop College, Sparken Hill, S80 3AP. The date of commencement of training ahead of the new season is expected to be confirmed by the 1st September 2020.
Sticks are available. Shin pads and a mouth guard are strongly recommended.
Training for Juniors (aged 13 and under) also normally takes place at the same location between 6pm and 7pm on a Wednesday evening. However, there is currently no date set for when training for Juniors is set to start again.
Training takes place every Wednesday from 7pm to 8.30pm at Worksop College, Sparken Hill, S80 3AP.
We have four Ladies Teams and we also run a junior section for boys and girls aged 7-14 years old
Back to Hockey - Mansfield
Manor Sport and Recreation Centre Kingsley Avenue Mansfield Woodhouse
Community Sports Club - not for profit
Back to Hockey - Mansfield
Manor Sport and Recreation Centre Kingsley Avenue Mansfield Woodhouse
Contact Manor Sport and Recreation Centre Kingsley Avenue Mansfield Woodhouse
Email: northnottssecretary@gmail.com
Phone: 07585 667468
Website: http://www.northnottshc.co.uk
COVID19 update, 27th July 2020 - not currently playing, school closed. Hopefully play will resume in September 2020. For full details please visit website http://www.northnottshc.co.uk
North Notts Hockey Club has served the Mansfield area since 1949. Across those years we have seen teams excel in numerous leagues and provided players to County and National Level.
We pride ourselves on our inclusivity across a range of abilities with a thriving Junior Academy through four womens and five mens squads. Our Ladies 1st XI compete in the Midlands Premier Division with our Men's 1st XI competing in tier 2 of the East Midlands league.
Above all we are a sociable club that welcome all, so if you are picking up a stick for the first time, would like your child to gain the skills and social development Hockey provides or are a competitive player looking for a new side we'd love to see you!
Elanic Zumba Classes
Local fitness classes run by mother and daughter, Nic and Kaisha Pelham. Classes currently include Zumba and Fitsteps.
Outdoor classes are currently running during Covid19. Please see our facebook page for details.
Salsa Classes - Doncaster
Various
| Salsa | Riverside, Hollis Street, Chesterfield S41 7RE | www.rcdance.co.uk | richard@rcdance.co.uk | Beginners class Thursday 7pm | ||
| Salsa | Masons Arms, 22 Market Place, Doncaster DN1 1ND | Beginners Class Wednesdays 7.30pm | ||||
| Salsa | Salutation Pub, 14 South Parade, Doncaster DN1 2DR | Beginners Class Mondays 7.30pm | 01302 340705 | |||
| Salsa | Horse and Groom, East Laith Gate, Doncaster DN1 1HZ | https://www.facebook.com/Doncaster-salsa-at-the-Horse-Groom-345667089399437/ | Thursdays Beginners 7.30 - 8.30 Intermediate 8.30 - 9.30 |
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| Salsa | Riverside, Hollis Street, Chesterfield S41 7RE | www.rcdance.co.uk | richard@rcdance.co.uk | Beginners class Thursday 7pm | ||
| Salsa | Masons Arms, 22 Market Place, Doncaster DN1 1ND | Beginners Class Wednesdays 7.30pm | ||||
| Salsa | Salutation Pub, 14 South Parade, Doncaster DN1 2DR | Beginners Class Mondays 7.30pm | 01302 340705 | |||
| Salsa | Horse and Groom, East Laith Gate, Doncaster DN1 1HZ | https://www.facebook.com/Doncaster-salsa-at-the-Horse-Groom-345667089399437/ | Thursdays Beginners 7.30 - 8.30 Intermediate 8.30 - 9.30 |
Forces In The Community - Veteran Support
2 Cross Street Beeston, Nottinghamshire
We are committed to supporting veterans, reservists, serving personnel and their families to improve their lives and realise their full potential
Contact 2 Cross Street Beeston, Nottinghamshire
Email: support@forces.org.uk
Phone: 0115 9220 320
Website: https://www.forces.org.uk/
The charity delivers tailored employment guidance, housing advice, mental health support and counselling, benefit and welfare expertise and provides a supportive environment in which to develop.
We also provide a community focal point.
We can help with employment, counselling, housing, mental health, and volunteering.
Our aim is to transform lives.
Let's Sing - Inter-generational Community Group bring the Community Together with Music
The Well Church & Community Centre Retford Nottinghamshire
This is an Intergenerational Group bringing the Community Together. People of all ages come together to learn from each other
Let's Sing - Inter-generational Community Group bring the Community Together with Music
The Well Church & Community Centre Retford Nottinghamshire
Thers time to chat, time to play & time to sing. Lots of Music & Fun
Everyone welcome
Every Thursday 1.00pm - 3.00 pm at The Well, North Road, Retford,
£4 pp - 1 child - Carer Free
Free refreshments
Bassetlaw Women’s Walking Football
‘Outside All Weather Pitch’ BPL Leisure Centre Valley Road
We are delighted to announce that the first Bassetlaw Women’s Walking Football will be taking place on Monday 15th July, 7-8pm at Worksop Leisure Centre.
Bassetlaw Women’s Walking Football
‘Outside All Weather Pitch’ BPL Leisure Centre Valley Road
Contact ‘Outside All Weather Pitch’ BPL Leisure Centre Valley Road
Email: tony.wright@bassetlaw.gov.uk.
Phone: 07443 581486
Website: https://www.bassetlaw.gov.uk/media-centre/events/local-events/bassetlaw-womens-walking-football/
Start back on 7th September 2020 after COVID 19
The sessions will run every week and you can try your first four weeks FREE, after that each session will cost £2.50.
If you are 16 years and over, love football or just fancy getting fit/meeting new people, why not pop down to the ‘Outside All Weather Pitch’ at Worksop Leisure Centre, Valley Road, S81 7EN and give it a go.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact tony.wright@bassetlaw.gov.uk.
We look forward to seeing you there on Monday, 7pm-8pm.
The Tomorrow Project - Bereavement & Suicide Support
Harmless, 1 Beech Avenue New Basford Nottingham
The Tomorrow Project was set up in response to a cluster of suicides in East Leake in 2012. We are a confidential, community based suicide prevention, intervention and postvention service that will help and support you in times of struggle.
The Tomorrow Project - Bereavement & Suicide Support
Harmless, 1 Beech Avenue New Basford Nottingham
Contact Harmless, 1 Beech Avenue New Basford Nottingham
Email: crisis@tomorrowproject.org.uk or bereavement@tomorrowproject.org.uk
Phone: 0115 880 0280
Website: http://www.tomorrowproject.org.uk
We are a team of individuals who understand despair. Many of us have faced similar difficulties and our service is here to help.
You can get in touch in whatever way feels most comfortable to you.
Open Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm. Closed on weekends and bank holidays.
If you contact us to tell us that you need our help, we will:
- Get back to you within one working day
- Arrange for you to meet up with a member of our suicide crisis or bereavement team
- See you regularly on a short-term in our crisis pathway, or long term in our bereavement pathway while things are difficult
- Ensure that we support you through your crisis or bereavement
- Help you to overcome practical and emotional issues and look at where else you can get help you need to feel better
- Listen to what you want.
If you are experiencing a suicide crisis or bereavement, our team aims to respond to your needs sensitively and empathically. We will listen, and we will try to understand what you are going through. We want each person who contacts us to feel heard, and with your help, we can work together to address your immediate needs and create a support plan that will keep you safe.
Don't give up just yet. Come and meet one of our team and let's take it from there. Together.
Time To Change - Mental Health Support
Time To Change 15-19 Broadway LONDON
We are a growing movement of people changing how we all think and act about mental health problem
Contact Time To Change 15-19 Broadway LONDON
Email: info@time-to-change.org.uk
Phone:
Website: https://www.time-to-change.org.uk/
Supporting someone during Covid-19
Checking in on your family, friends and colleagues is always important. But as the coronavirus pandemic continues, this is more important than ever.
Lots of us have felt worried about the coronavirus pandemic, and everyone will feel differently about the changes to lockdown restrictions.
If someone’s feeling anxious or worried, you don’t need to be an expert on mental health to support them. Think about using our three top tips:
1) Check in
If someone doesn’t feel ready to meet face-to-face, picking up the phone, having a video call, starting a group chat or messaging someone on social media lets them know you are there to talk and ready to listen.
2) Listen and reflect
Whether you have a mental health problem or not, this will be a challenging time for our mental health and wellbeing. If someone opens up to you, remember that you don't need to fix things or offer advice. Often just listening, and showing you take them seriously, can help someone to manage.
3) Ask questions
Ask how people are managing, and ask again if you're worried they aren't sharing the full picture. Asking again, with interest, can help someone to open up and explore what they're feeling.
If you are in need of mental health advice and information in relation to Covid-19, our partners Mind and Rethink Mental Illness have a number of resources at the bottom of our web page.
General enquiries
The Time to Change team is currently working from home in line with Government advice on Covid-19. This means we are unable to respond to calls, voicemails or post. To get in touch, please email our team.
Email: info@time-to-change.org.uk
Time to Change is a growing social movement working to change the way we all think and act about mental health problems. We've already reached millions of people and begun to improve attitudes and behaviour.
Despite the progress we’ve made, we know that many people still don’t consider mental health relevant to them. They don’t believe mental health problems are likely to affect them or people they know.
But the reality is that mental health can affect anyone. Statistically, 1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem in any given year. That’s why our work is so important. No one should have to fear being treated differently because of a mental health problem.
If you're looking for individual advice, information or support for you or someone else, unfortunately Time to Change can't provide that but there are lots of people who can - visit our Mental health help and support services page for a list of numbers to call.
Grassroots Suicide Prevention
11 Old Steine Brighton East Sussex
Grassroots is an award-winning charity and UK leader in suicide prevention. We believe that suicide can be prevented through open and direct conversations
Contact 11 Old Steine Brighton East Sussex
Email: office@prevent-suicide.org.uk
Phone: 01273 675764
Website: https://www.prevent-suicide.org.uk/
Grassroots is an award-winning charity and UK leader in suicide prevention. We believe that suicide can be prevented through open and direct conversations. We call this Real Talk. We provide people with the skills and confidence needed to save lives through our training, innovation, and thought-provoking campaigns. But that’s not all. We make change. We work with ChangeMakers - the people who share our beliefs and want to make a difference.
Please visit the website for more information, resources and support https://www.prevent-suicide.org.uk/
Mens Health Advice Line
Advice and support for men experiencing Domestic Violence
Contact
Email: info@mensadviceline.org
Phone: 08088010377
Website: http://www.mensadviceline.org.uk/
Men's Advice Line: confidential helpline for men experiencing domestic violence from a partner or ex-partner (or from other family members).
We help by: giving you time to tell your story; offering emotional support; providing practical advice; signposting you to other services for specialist help.
Are you being abused? Please contact us
Call freephone 0808 801 0327 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm or email info@mensadviceline.org.uk
Opportunity And Change
Framework Dukeries Business Centre, 31-33 Retford Road, Worksop S80 2PU
This organisation offers counselling and therapeutic support on a 121 basis
Opportunity And Change
Framework Dukeries Business Centre, 31-33 Retford Road, Worksop S80 2PU
Contact Framework Dukeries Business Centre, 31-33 Retford Road, Worksop S80 2PU
Email: opportunityandchange@FrameworkHA.org
Phone:
Website: http://www.opportunityandchange.org/
Coronavirus: how we are supporting participants during the pandemic
Since March 2020 the Coronavirus pandemic has given rise to an unprecedented situation, affecting the lives of us all and resulting in the closure of key services and support agencies. During this time the health, safety and wellbeing of Opportunity and Change participants remains our priority, and the partnership has been working tirelessly to ensure that participants remain supported.
We are continuing to accept new referrals; offering a remote induction to the project and telephone/online support until we are in a position to fully assess participant eligibility and resume face-to-face contact.
The project is responding to the crisis in the following ways:
All face-to-face appointments have been replaced with telephone and online support (e.g. Zoom, WhatsApp, email, etc.)
Frequency of contact has increased; Navigators are checking-in more often to help reduce feelings of isolation
Up to date resources are being shared, including: mental health tools, online training courses and financial support
Participants accessing counselling services have been able to continue to do so via phone or using a virtual meeting platform
Participants who are missing their weekly Skills Plus for Change sessions are being offered alternative support online
Navigator support has adapted to meet the practical needs of participants; ensuring they have access to food parcels, toiletries, utilities and delivering prescriptions where necessary
What is Opportunity and Change?
Opportunity and Change is a support programme for people with multiple and complex needs throughout Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Our programme is being delivered by local organisations working together, with a range of experience of working with people with multiple and complex needs.
We aim to support people achieve stability and provide access to mainstream services. We work with individuals to create a tailored package of support that will assist with a range of needs including accommodation, mental healthcare and education.
We are part of the national Building Better Opportunities programme funded by the Big Lottery Fund and the European Union through its European Social Fund. It is being managed by Framework, a charity and housing association dedicated to helping homeless people, preventing homelessness, and promoting opportunities for vulnerable and excluded people.
Towards Work
The Towards Work programme will support you with those first steps towards gaining employment.
Contact
Email: james.entwisle@groundworknottingham.org.uk
Phone: 0785 0503148
Website: https://www.towardswork.org.uk/
This is a non mandatory free service that you can become part of. Our dedicated teams are based locally to you to make accessing services easier for you.
Once we have confirmed that you are able to access our programme through some initial checks, you will receive one to one personalised support to overcome barriers that are holding you back from employment and education.
Towards Work is delivered throughout Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Derbyshire by a partnership of local organisations who specialise in supporting people into work.
Young Carers Support
Nottinghamshire Young Carers Service will Empower, Support, Identify and Involve Young Carers
The Young Carers Service is funded by Nottinghamshire County Council and the NHS and covers the county of Nottinghamshire.
The service is being run alongside the existing Nottinghamshire Carers Hub.
Young Carers are most likely to provide care for a parent, grandparent, brother or sister, because that person has an illness or disability, mental health problem or problems with addiction to alcohol or drugs.
The service is for Young Carers aged 7 years old to 18. The service offers Young Carers the opportunity to meet in a group with other young carers, have fun, learn new skills and try different activities such as:
- Arts & Crafts
- Swimming & Canoeing
- Bowling & Archery
- Paintballing & Laser Quest
- Cook & Eat
- First Aid Training
The Young Carers Service is funded by Nottinghamshire County Council and the NHS and covers the county of Nottinghamshire.
The service is being run alongside the existing Nottinghamshire Carers Hub.
Young Carers are most likely to provide care for a parent, grandparent, brother or sister, because that person has an illness or disability, mental health problem or problems with addiction to alcohol or drugs.
The service is for Young Carers aged 7 years old to 18. The service offers Young Carers the opportunity to meet in a group with other young carers, have fun, learn new skills and try different activities such as:
- Arts & Crafts
- Swimming & Canoeing
- Bowling & Archery
- Paintballing & Laser Quest
- Cook & Eat
- First Aid Training
The service will support young carers to: increase their self-esteem, feel more in touch with other young carers, feel more positive about engagement, feel less socially isolated, identify peer support.
To access the Young Carer Service, in the first instance please contact Nottinghamshire County Council and request a Young Carers Assessment on 0300 500 80 80.
The service will support young carers to: increase their self-esteem, feel more in touch with other young carers, feel more positive about engagement, feel less socially isolated, identify peer support.
To access the Young Carer Service, in the first instance please contact Nottinghamshire County Council and request a Young Carers Assessment on 0300 500 80 80.
Royal Airforce Association - Befriending Service
Royal Airforce Association Atlas House Wembly Road Leicester
Our befriending serfvice pairs volunteers with veterans and their families who suffer from Loneliness and isolation
Royal Airforce Association - Befriending Service
Royal Airforce Association Atlas House Wembly Road Leicester
Contact Royal Airforce Association Atlas House Wembly Road Leicester
Email: volunteers@rafa.org.uk
Phone: 0800 018 2361
Right now, there are RAF veterans near you who are lonely and isolated. As a volunteer, you could step in to change that. It won’t take much of your time and it’s a great way to use your skills, give something back and feel good.
Nottinghamshire Rural Support For Farmers and Families
NRS provides free volunteer support for farmers, their families and others in the rural community who are going through difficult times that may be leading to anxiety and stress.
Independent working is often thought to be a strength but it can lead to isolation and anxiety. Many farmers work alone in small one-man businesses with little human interaction. Small problems can quickly escalate into larger ones and large problems can sometimes become seem too daunting for an individual to deal with.
Whether business, family, health or farming issues our caseworkers are there to listen, help and remain in contact as long as required.
Dedicated Support Group
Nottinghamshire Help Yourself - Directory of Services
The Nottinghamshire Help Yourself website promote activities, help and support that are available in Nottinghamshire for local residents.
Contact
Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0300 500 80 80
Website: https://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/home.page
This directory is maintained and operated by Nottinghamshire County Council.
If you need help using this directory or would like to contact us for more information, please get in touch with one of our friendly advisors using the details below:
Telephone: 0300 500 80 80
CSC minicom: 01623 434993
Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
We are open Monday – Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm.
If your query is specifically around SEND, please email local.offer@nottscc.gov.uk.
If your query is specifically for Supported Self Care, please call 0300 303 2600 or email selfcarehub@selfhelp.org.uk.
Mental Health Support Group Retford
17 Churchgate, Retford
This group meets weekly on a Wednesday in the Retford Library between 10.00 - 12.00. No appointment required
The Golden Ball - Mens only support Group
The Golden Ball – Home To The Work Of Poplars Church 3 Victoria Square, Worksop
Mens only group for those who wish to share stories about their lives and support one another through what can be challenging and difficult time.
The Golden Ball - Mens only support Group
The Golden Ball – Home To The Work Of Poplars Church 3 Victoria Square, Worksop
Contact The Golden Ball – Home To The Work Of Poplars Church 3 Victoria Square, Worksop
Phone: 07832 222480
Monday Mornings - all morning - 10am onwards. Contact Richard Hylton-Mais 07832 222480
COVID19 - Men's group has continuted through lockdown by means of Zoom meetings. One 2 One sessions available.
Rufford Avenue Allotment - Retford
Rufford Avenue Allotment Plot 51 Ordsall Retford
Starting Wednesday 16th September 2020
Our group is a great place to meet like-minded adults, make new friends and become more active! You can also take fresh produce home!
Contact Rufford Avenue Allotment Plot 51 Ordsall Retford
Email: co.production@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0115 804 3816
Website: https://www.bcvs.org.uk/images/August_2020/RuffordAvenueAllotmentpostervWednesday16Septemberv2.pdf
GET INVOLVED & JOIN OUR GROUP!
Our group is a great place to meet like-minded adults, make new friends and become more active! You can also take fresh produce home!
Please feel free to bring your own food and drinks. Please be aware there are no toilets on site.
STARTING WEDNESDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER 2020
FROM 10 AM – 1 PM
ALL ABILITIES WELCOME
Please feel free to bring your own food and drinks. Please be aware there are no toilets on site.
Lunch Club at The Aurora Wellbeing Centre
The Old Library Memorial Avenue Worksop
Lunch club.
Contact The Old Library Memorial Avenue Worksop
Email: admin@aurorawellbeing.org.uk
Phone: 01909 470985
Website: https://www.aurorawellbeing.org.uk/worksop/cancer-support/groups-clubs/
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID 19.
Wednesday and Thursday 10am - 3.00pm
Delicious home-made food, great company, meet new friends. Stay longer and join the Games Workshop after lunch.
Meal dessert and drink of your choice.
£5.00
Card Making Group - Aurora Wellbeing Centre
The Old Library Memorial Avenue Worksop
Card making group
Contact The Old Library Memorial Avenue Worksop
Email: admin@aurorawellbeing.org.uk
Phone: 01909 470985
Activities are currently suspended due to COVID 19. Please contact the centre before travelling to check if the group is running.
Every Thursday, 10:30am-12:30pm
Discover your artistic side a learn how to craft hand-made greeting cards. Equipment is provided. On arrival, please ask at reception.
Bingo at St Paul's Church, Manton
St Paul's Church Pelham Street Manton Worksop
Church
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID 19. PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANISER BEFORE ATTENDING. HALL CLOSED UNTIL APRIL 2020.
Monday 6.30pm - 9.00pm
Bowls at North Notts Community Arena
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Bowling rink for hire.
Bowls at North Notts Community Arena
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Contact North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: d.layden@nnca.org.uk
Phone: 01909 480164
Website: https://nnca.info/sports/bowls
THE ARENA IS CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. ALL ACTIVITIES AND GROUPS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Quality Indoor Bowls Rinks for Hire
The Arena has worked hard at improving the 7 indoor bowls rinks and pleasingly we are now seeing the benefits of this with growth in the number of bowlers attending from our coaching scheme.
The new bespoke LED lighting has further enhanced our bowlers experience with lighting that is second to none in the area.
The rinks are available for hire from 9am through to 10.00pm Monday to Friday and from 10am to 5pm Saturday.
MEMBERS: £2.00 per hour
NON-MEMBERS: £2.00
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP: £17.50
Group for 50+
Quality Rinks - Free Bowls Taster Sessions for All
The Arena's all inclusive bowls facility, of 7 indoor rinks, is up there with the best in Nottinghamshire, a great medium paced green, with top LED lighting, we have many many bowlers from all walks of life, ages and abilities.
You will have the opportunity to play in friendly roll-ups, which is perfect for the person who would like to meet new people. Alternatively, if you have a competitive edge to you, why not try out our leagues, club, county or national comps.
So if you have been inspired to try a new sport, then our FREE TASTER SESSION are a great opportunity. The sessions will welcome everyone from complete beginners to people returning to the game and all the equipment will be provided.
Indoor Bowls in North Notts
Indoor Bowls in Bassetlaw was established in 1982 and we always welcome new bowlers and social members.
We offer competitive bowls i.e. leagues, competitions, plus friendly casual bowls.
Coaching is available to all, new or experienced bowlers, we host a very vibrant and diverse section where people come along and keep fit and engage within the local community.
Knit & Natter at The Crossing Church and Centre, Worksop
The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop,
A knit and natter group.
Knit & Natter at The Crossing Church and Centre, Worksop
The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop,
Contact The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop,
Phone: 01909 473375
Website: http://www.trinitycircuit.net/churches/worksop/the-crossing-methodisturc-worksop/
THE CROSSING IS CURRENTLY OPERATING WITH A PHASED OPENING. PLEASE CONTACT THE CENTRE FOR INDIVIDUAL GROUP SESSIONS AND CHECK THEY ARE RUNNING BEFORE ATTENDING.
A social group to chat and work on any crafts. Learn and pass on skills.
£1.50 per session plus small charge for a drink.
Wednesday 10.30am - 12.30pm.
Crossroads Care - Dementia Patient's Day Care and Lunch at The Oasis, Worksop
Oasis Community Centre Longfellow Drive Worksop
Day care and lunch group for patient's with dementia.
Crossroads Care - Dementia Patient's Day Care and Lunch at The Oasis, Worksop
Oasis Community Centre Longfellow Drive Worksop
Contact Oasis Community Centre Longfellow Drive Worksop
Email: admin.nncrossroads@ntlbusiness.com
Phone: 07525 593883
Monday and Friday 10am-3pm.
£32.50 per week
Antiques Classes at Grove Street Methodist Church
Grove Street Methodist Church Grove Street East Retford
A light hearted look at the history of antiques.
Antiques Classes at Grove Street Methodist Church
Grove Street Methodist Church Grove Street East Retford
Contact Grove Street Methodist Church Grove Street East Retford
Email: beconhillside@mac.com
Phone: 01777 816609
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Grove-Street-Methodist-Church-Retford-119818038099091/
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID19.
Normally meet every Wedensday 10am-12pm from September to March. £60 for ten weeks.
Lectures online are available to members every Friday morning at 11am. Different topics for each session and can take antiques to the group.
Lunch Club at Grove Street Methodist Church.
Union Street Retford
Lunch club, home cooked main meal and donated puddings.
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID19 AND NEW RULE OF 6 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Lunch club. Serves 12.
1.00pm home cooked meal and donated puddings. Charge is £3.20 and £1.50 for puddings. Drinks are 50p.
Very warm and friendly mixed gender group. Wheelchair friendly. Helpers aim to chat and visit with each table during the meal service.
Blyth Players - Amateur Dramatics
Barnby Memorial Hall High Street Blyth S81 8EW
Amateur Dramatics Group.
Contact Barnby Memorial Hall High Street Blyth S81 8EW
Email: ticketsales@blythplayers.org
Phone: 07784 916250
CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID
Monday & Thursday 7.30pm-9.30pm.
£15 yearly subscription including insurance and tickets for 3 shows.
Before performances and Sunday afternoons rehearsals for stage crew.
Treswell Village Hall Craft Friday's
Town St Treswell Retford Notts
Craft Group
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID. PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANISER BEFORE ATTENDING.
Crafts and knitting session every Friday afternoon 2.00pm-4.00pm.
£1.00 per session
Rethink Mental Illness - Doncaster Bassetlaw
Helpline providing emotional support to those experiencing mental health issues.
Contact
Phone: 08088010358
Website: https://helplines.org/helplines/rethink-mental-illness-doncaster-bassetlaw/
Mental health helpline.
Royal Voluntary Service - Telephone Befriending Service
Telephone befriending service.
Contact
Email: joannemyatt@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or bassetlaw@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
Phone: 01909 484437
A free service of a telephone call once a week or fortnight of around 20-30 minutes. Provides friendship and a listening ear.
Age Concern - Chesterfield
South Lodge Boythorpe Avenue Chesterfield
Age Concern - Chesterfield
Contact South Lodge Boythorpe Avenue Chesterfield
Email: co@ageconcernchesterfield.co.uk
Phone: 01246 273333
COVID UPDATE
We are living through different and difficult times due to the COVID-19 virus, below are some agencies across the county and in Chesterfield who are offering support services to those who need help because they have been told to stay in due to health issues or are self-isolating.
If you need help with the collection of prescription or shopping contact:-
Organisations that will offer support:-
​Age Concern Chesterfield and District
01246 273333
Telephone Befriending Service
Email enquiries@ageconcernchesterfield.co.uk
Age UK Derby and Derbyshire
Head Office phone number:
01773 766922
Information and Advice phone number:
01773 768240
Email: administration@ageukdd.org.uk
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Telephone Befriending Service
The Telephone Befriending Service is a community based telephone befriending & support service which provides a link to a trained volunteer up to three times a week.
​This FREE service is for Older People who are socially isolated or lonely.
The Befriending Service Line offers a friendly chat with someone who can summon help if it is required. Wherever possible we link service users with volunteers who share similar interests in the hope friendships can be formed.​
The Telephone Befriending Service can also be a way of helping an Older Person in a crisis e.g. someone recently bereaved, feeling depressed and unsure about the future, by giving emotional support during our The Telephone Befriending Service involvement.
We have achieved the National Council Voluntary Organisations Mentoring & Befriending Approved Provider Standard Award.
What is active age?
Active Age is a community based befriending service. It is for anyone who is over 55 and will enable them to access and attend local groups and activities in their area to help them to explore old or new interests and form new friendships within their own community.
Loneliness can have a significant impact on a person’s wellbeing and is often associated with later life. As you get older it’s common to find that your social circle starts to shrink.
Loneliness can have a devastating impact on our lives and can be a significant cause of depression, impact on physical health and also dementia. There are however ways we can make sure we stay connected with the people in our communities around us as we get older.
Loneliness and isolation does not just affect people who live alone
This FREE service is for older people who are socially isolated or lonely but not necessarily living alone.
It covers the areas of Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire and Bolsover.
Chesterfield Time Bank
The Parish Centre 91 Sheffield Road Stonegravels
Befriending and telephone befriending.
Contact The Parish Centre 91 Sheffield Road Stonegravels
Email: chesterfieldtimebank@gmail.com
Phone: 01246 204418
COVID UPDATE CURRENTLY FACE TO FACE BEFRIENDING IS SUSPENDED.
Befriending and telephone befriending. Face to face befriending. Each person will be visited by a timebanker up to 6 times and in that time will find out about interests and match to similar people.
Rhubarb Farm - Marigold Club
Community Interest Company Hardwick Street Langwith
Rhubarb Farm is a social enterprise who use the therapeutic horticulture model for developing skills, confidence, health and employability.
Contact Community Interest Company Hardwick Street Langwith
Email: enquiries@rhubarbfarm.co.uk
Phone: 01623 741210
Website: http://www.rhubarbfarm.co.uk/
ACTIVITY CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID AND NOT ABLE TO SOCIALLY DISTANCE SAFELY.
Group for women who are interested in woodworking.
£2.50 to include lunch.
Rhubarb Farm - Community Cafe
Community Interest Company Hardwick Street Langwith
Small community cafe.
Contact Community Interest Company Hardwick Street Langwith
Email: enquiries@rhubarbfarm.co.uk
Phone: 01623 741210
Website: http://www.rhubarbfarm.co.uk/
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS AND BEING UNABLE TO SOCIALLY DISTANCE SAFELY
However, please get in touch as we are delivering hot meals for free on a Monday.
Open Monday's 12.30pm-1.30pm.
£2.50 for 2 courses.
Please note if you have mobility issues, the ground is uneven.
Rhubarb Farm - Crafts and Training
Community Interest Company Hardwick Street Langwith
Crafts and training sessions.
Contact Community Interest Company Hardwick Street Langwith
Email: enquiries@rhubarbfarm.co.uk
Phone: 01623 741210
Website: http://www.rhubarbfarm.co.uk/
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID AND NOT ABLE TO SOCIALLY DISTANCE SAFELY.
All face to face training is suspended. Not accepting new referrals at present.
b:friend - Doncaster
Helm Woodfield Park Tickhill Road Doncaster
Social club.
Contact Helm Woodfield Park Tickhill Road Doncaster
Email: info@letsbfriend.org.uk
Phone: 07523 698 530
b:friend & COVID-19: Older neighbours need our support now more than ever. Become a telephone befriender to check-in on those that are vulnerable. Register today.
Since inception, b:Friend has created, delivered and evaluated hundreds of hours of community social group activity in Doncaster.
b:Friend has an effective blueprint for social groups for older adults focusing on venue, budgeting, marketing to the most isolated individuals and session planning methodology over (usually) a 48-week year.
Each group activity is different… and they’re certainly not boring. From shaking-up Bond-style mocktails, performing street-dance routines, designing Christmas cards, making bird boxes, chocolate tasting sessions and jiving to Bollywood-inspired music… members are exploring new horizons and getting out of their comfort zone each week.
The Five Ways to Wellbeing model forms a clear framework with which b:Friend co-design all group activities. Our Social Clubs ensure attendees are: connected to others through conversation and activity; active through physically engaged sessions; continue to learn through engaging talks, discuss topics of the day and take note of others around them; while giving time, support and attention to others.
Home Club - Friday Buffet and Tea Dance at Thievesdale Lane
Thievesdale Community Centre Thievesdale Lane Worksop
Friday buffet and tea dance plus activities.
Home Club - Friday Buffet and Tea Dance at Thievesdale Lane
Thievesdale Community Centre Thievesdale Lane Worksop
CURRENTLY SUSPENDED UNTIL AT LEAST 2021 DUE TO COVID.
Held monthly on the last Friday of the month.
12.00pm-2.30pm.
Referral only. Please contact Elaine prior to attending.
£5.50 - buffet and desserts.
Door to door travel from home to the venue from £4.60
Dance Group (Old time dance) - Thievesdale Lane
Thievesdale Lane Worksop
Old time dance group.
SUSPENDED UNTIL APRIL 2021 AT THE EARLIEST DUE TO COVID19
informal dance group held monthly on the last Friday. 12.00pm-2.30pm. £1.50 per session
Referrals only. Please contact Elaine before attending.
Walking Cricket - North Notts. Community Arena, Worksop
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Walking cricket for the over 50's male and female.
Walking Cricket - North Notts. Community Arena, Worksop
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Contact North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: Daz Layden
Phone: 01909 480164
PLEASE CONTACT THE ARENA TO CHECK IF THESE SESSIONS ARE RUNNING SAFELY DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS BEFORE ATTENDING.
Why not give walking cricket a go! It runs every Tuesday, from 1pm to 2.30pm and it's only £2 per session.
Walking Cricket is a great opportunity to meet people and make friends, plus keep yourself fit, and engaged, always a healthy atmosphere and plenty of laughs.
Just turn up in trainers, equipment provided. Great fun played in a great spirit, by a top bunch of people!
Walking Football - North Notts. Community Arena
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Rehabilitation walking football.
Walking Football - North Notts. Community Arena
North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Contact North Notts Community Arena Eastgate Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: d.layden@nnca.org.uk
Phone: 01909 480 164
Website: https://nnca.info/
THE ARENA RE-OPENS ON MONDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER @ 10AM.
The Arena is working towards an opening date of Monday the 28th September, 10am.
It is anticipated that we will open from 10am to 10pm, however, all attendees will have to book in advance for their activity, bowls, snooker, football, coaching, BLAST, Active@Arena.
We will have staff answering phones, 01909 480164, from Monday 21st September, between 10am and 7pm, for bookings. Walk ins are not permitted, every attendee will have to provide full name, and contact details for 'Track and Trace' on arrival.
All staff will be wearing masks or visors, sanitising stations will be situated strategically around the venue, we will be implementing a 'keep to left' policy for all attendees, with social distancing applied to all activities.
Cafe and bar will be be open for attendees with a reduced menu.
All annual members will receive 4 hours free usage in the first week, plus reduced rates for football in the first week.
Nottinghamshire Mind Creative Therapies.
6 Hardy Street Worksop
Creative glass and workshop and art therapy course.
Contact 6 Hardy Street Worksop
Email: admin@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk
Phone: 0800 470 0203
Website: https://www.nottinghamshiremind.org.uk/creative-therapies-2/
Do you struggle with your mental and emotional wellbeing?
Would you be interested in trying one of our Creative Therapy courses?
Our 6 week Creative Glass programme is run in partnership with Dukeries Community Workshop. You will be guided through glass cutting, fusing, design and technique. The project runs on the grounds of ‘The Dukeries Academy’, New Ollerton on a Thursday from 1pm till 3pm.
Our ten week Creative Ceramics programme will allow you to try slab building, coiling, paint a pot and even a go on the potters wheel. Mondays or Wednesdays throughout the year 11am-1pm. On the Welbeck Estate.
Our 5 week Creative Wood Workshop is run in partnership with Dukeries Community Workshop. You will be guided through wood carving, general woodwork and pyrography.
The project runs on the grounds of ‘The Dukeries Academy’, New Ollerton on a Thursday from 1pm till 3pm.
Mind office Hours 9am – 4pm Monday – Friday
Complete the online form.
Oasis Community Centre, Worksop - Face to Face Activities
Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Face to face crafts, food, courses and hymns.
Oasis Community Centre, Worksop - Face to Face Activities
Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Contact Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Email: info@oasis-centre.org.uk
Phone: 07795 194957
Website: https://www.oasis-centre.org.uk/activities-for-older-adults/
PLEASE CHECK WITH THE CENTRE THAT THE GROUP IS RUNNING BEFORE ATTENDING DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS.
Older people resource centre day with lunch support and activities.
Crafts, papers to read, coffee, basic computer courses and skills followed by lunch and singing. £4.50 per meal plus coffee.
Thursday 10.00am-2.30pm. If you wish to leave before the religious content, please feel free to do so about 1.30pm.
Simply Sewing Ladies Craft Afternoon at The Oasis Community Centre, Worksop
Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Ladies craft afternoon. Sewing and knitting.
Simply Sewing Ladies Craft Afternoon at The Oasis Community Centre, Worksop
Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Contact Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Email: info@oasis-centre.org.uk
Phone: 07769 207484
Website: https://www.oasis-centre.org.uk/
DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS ALL FACE TO FACE ACTIVITIES ARE CURRENTLY SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Small charge for refreshments.
Tuesday 1.00pm-3pm.
All welcome, just turn up and join in.
Time for You - Oasis Church and Community Centre
Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
A group for people who have and are struggling with mental health issues and no longer receive support.
Contact Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Email: info@oasis-centre.org.uk
Phone: 07769 207484
Website: https://www.oasis-centre.org.uk/activities-for-older-adults/
PLEASE CHECK WITH THE CENTRE THAT THE GROUP IS RUNNING BEFORE ATTENDING DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS.
A group on Wednesday mornings for people who are struggling with their mental health. This is a self-help group and support network.
The SHE Project - Oasis Church and Community Centre
Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Care and counselling for women who have been through the trauma of sexual or domestic abuse.
Contact Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Email: info@oasis-centre.org.uk
Phone: 07769 207484
Website: https://www.oasis-centre.org.uk/activities-for-older-adults/
PLEASE CHECK WITH THE CENTRE THAT THE GROUP IS RUNNING BEFORE ATTENDING DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS.
This group offers ladies a supportive environment who have been abused. Also offers counselling and creative therapy.
Gardening Group - Oasis Church and Community Centre
Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Gardening group.
Contact Off Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop
Email: info@oasis-centre.org.uk
Phone: 07795 194957
Website: https://www.oasis-centre.org.uk/activities-for-older-adults/
PLEASE CHECK WITH THE CENTRE THAT THE GROUP IS RUNNING BEFORE ATTENDING DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS.
Gardening group every Tuesday between 10am-12pm.
FREE.
Pensioner's Association Worksop & District - The Crossing Church and Community Centre
The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop
Social group for pensioners.
Pensioner's Association Worksop & District - The Crossing Church and Community Centre
The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop
Contact The Crossing Church & Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop
Email: j-turner34@sky.com
Phone: 01909 479679
Website: http://www.trinitycircuit.net/churches/worksop/the-crossing-methodisturc-worksop/
Social group for pensioners, bingo game at the end of the session. Speakers, outings, pantomime and other activities.
Meet every 2nd Wednesday in the month except January and August. 2-4pm
£1.50 each session
£5.00 annual fee.
Phoenix Friendship Group - Stanley Street Social Club
2 Stanley Street Worksop
Friendship group.
Contact 2 Stanley Street Worksop
Email: mcamm@btinternet.com
Phone: 01909 487222/07598 399674
Website: https://www.stanleystreetssc.co.uk/
THE CLUB IS CURRENTLY CLOSED AND ALL ACTIVITIES SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
If you want to get out of the house, meet new friends then this is the group for you!
There is also an opportunity to exercise with sequence dancing, bingo, raffle and parties.
Monday 8.00pm-10.30pm
£2.00 per session.
£3.50 per annum
Dance Night - Sandy Lane Community Centre
Crown Place Sandy Lane Worksop
Dance Night.
DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS THE COMMUNITY CENTRE IS CLOSED AND MAY REOPEN IN NOVEMBER. PLEASE CHECK BEFORE ATTENDING.
Dance night on alternate Saturday's. 7pm-10pm
Harmony Dance - St Paul's Church
St Paul's Church Pelham Street Manton Worksop
Harmony Dance Group
DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS THIS VENUE IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANISER BEFORE ATTENDING.
Dance group on Wednesday 7.30pm-10.30pm
St Paul's Dance Night - St Paul's Church
St Pauls Church Pelham Street Manton Worksop
Dance night
DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS THIS VENUE IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANISER BEFORE ATTENDING.
Alternate Saturdays.
7.00pm-10pm
Sunday Carvery - Manton Club, Worksop
Manton Club Retford Road Worksop
Carvery lunch.
Contact Manton Club Retford Road Worksop
Phone: 01909 478687
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Manton-Sports-Entertainment-1583140818646127/
DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS PLEASE CONTACT THE CLUB BEFORE ATTENDING.
Carvery lunch each Sunday between 12pm-3pm.
£5.00 for adults and £3.00 for children.
We can deliver meals at an extra cost.
Women's Institute - Craft Club, Thievesdale Lane
Thievesdale Lane Worksop
Craft Club.
ALL WOMEN'S INSTITUTE MEETINGS ARE NATIONALLY SUSPENDED UNTIL AT LEAST JANUARY 2021.
Please contact the organiser before attending or travelling.
Women's Institute craft club - Member's bring their own materials to work on, i.e. crochet, cross stitch. Demonstrations and refreshments. 4th Thursday in the month.
2.00pm-4.00pm
£2.00 per session. Must be a WI member. £36.00 a year for WI membership.
Bingo - Westhill Community Centre, Retford
Westhill Community Centre Cheyne Walk Ordsall Retford
Bingo group
Bingo - Westhill Community Centre, Retford
Westhill Community Centre Cheyne Walk Ordsall Retford
WESTHILL COMMUNITY CENTRE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. THIS ACTIVITY IS SUSPENDED UNTIL 2021.
Bingo group. Well organised and provides links in to other clubs running in the community centre. Attendees sit at tables of 4. Most attend with a friend and join a table together.
Thursday 2.00pm-4.00pm
£5.70 if all games are played. Includes 20p entrance fee and 30p for drinks.
Lunch Club - Weatley Chapel, Retford
Low Street North Wheatley
Community lunch club
Contact Low Street North Wheatley
Phone: 01427 880596/01427 880867
Website: http://www.trinitycircuit.net/churches/the-church-in-wheatley/north-wheatley-methodist-chapel/
3rd Tuesday of every month.
12.30pm-1.45pm
Contact Hilary Bennett or Charles Hall.
Women's Guild - Bawtry Methodist Church
Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Women's Guild Group
Women's Guild - Bawtry Methodist Church
Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Contact Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Phone: 01302 711138.
Website: https://www.doncastermethodistcircuit.org.uk/bawtry.htm
Women's Guild have speakers each month who try to cover a wide range of topics.
Just turn up. Ladies only, all welcome.
1st Monday of every month.
Health Walks - Bawtry Methodist Church
Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Health walks.
Health Walks - Bawtry Methodist Church
Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Contact Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Phone: 01302 711138
Website: https://www.doncastermethodistcircuit.org.uk/bawtry.htm
Two walks, one short and one longer of approximately 3 miles followed by tea and coffee in the church all.
Summer evening walks.
Tuesday 10am, winter mornings later start
Coffee Morning - Bawtry Methodist Church
Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Coffee morning drop in.
Coffee Morning - Bawtry Methodist Church
Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Contact Bawtry Methodist Church 1 Station Road Bawtry Doncaster
Phone: 01302 711138
Website: https://www.doncastermethodistcircuit.org.uk/bawtry.htm
Coffee morning, first Saturday of each month.
10am-12.00pm
Coffee Morning - Beckingham cum Saudby Village Hall
Beckingham cum Saundby Recreation Room The Crescent Beckingham Doncaster
Coffee morning.
Coffee Morning - Beckingham cum Saudby Village Hall
Beckingham cum Saundby Recreation Room The Crescent Beckingham Doncaster
Contact Beckingham cum Saundby Recreation Room The Crescent Beckingham Doncaster
Phone: 01427 848636
CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL JANUARY 2021 DUE TO COVID19
Coffee Morning.
Monday 10.00 am-11.30am.
£1.50 buscuit and a drink.
Whist Drive & Raffle - Beckingham Recreation Room
Beckingham cum Saundby Recreation Room The Crescent Beckingham Doncaster
Whist drive and raffle.
£1.50 raffle and donations welcome.
Whist Drive & Raffle - Beckingham Recreation Room
Beckingham cum Saundby Recreation Room The Crescent Beckingham Doncaster
Contact Beckingham cum Saundby Recreation Room The Crescent Beckingham Doncaster
Phone: 01427 848288
CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL JANUARY 2021 DUE TO COVID19
Whist drive and raffle.
£1.50 raffle and donations welcome.
1st and 2nd Saturday of the month 7.15pm
Curling Group - East Markham Village Hall
East Markham Village Hall Lincoln Road East Markham Notts
Curling Group
Curling Group - East Markham Village Hall
East Markham Village Hall Lincoln Road East Markham Notts
Contact East Markham Village Hall Lincoln Road East Markham Notts
Phone: 01777 870269
Website: http://www.eastmarkham.org.uk/
COVID UPDATE: THE VILLAGE HALL IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID19 RESTRICTIONS.
Thursday 2.00pm-4.00pm
Stops in May starts again in September.
Small and friendly group.
Bookies and Cookies - Laneham Village Hall
Main Street Laneham Retford
Bookies and Cookies group.
Contact Main Street Laneham Retford
Phone: 01777 228775
THE HALL IS CURRENTLY CLOSED AND ALL ACTIVITIES AND GROUPS SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID. PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANISER BEFORE ATTENDING.
Book swap session with chat and homemade cakes for sales. Friendly, informal social group.
Small charge for any cake purchased.
1st Saturday of each month.
Art & Craft Group - North Leverton Chapel
Sturton Road North Leverton
Art and craft group.
Contact Sturton Road North Leverton
Phone: 01247 880150
THE HALL IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID 19 AND ALL ACTIVITIES AND GROUPS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Art and craft group, bring your own projects to work on or work with other people. Help each other, pass on what you have learned and chat over coffee.
Just turn up, no need to book.
Thursday 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Community Lunch - North Leverton Chapel
Sturton Road North Leverton
Community lunch.
Contact Sturton Road North Leverton
Phone: 01777 249471
THE PREMISES ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID 19 AND THE GOVERNMENT RESTRICTIONS ON GATHERINGS.
Please check with the organiser that the venue is open before attending.
1st Saturday of every month. Everyone welcome, including families. Home cooked food, very friendly and warm atmosphere. Mixed age group and gender. Disabled toilets available.
£5.00 per person.
12.00pm
Chat and Talk - Rampton Village Hall
Rampton Village Hall Manor Grounds Rampton Retford Notts
Coffee, tea and chat group.
Chat and Talk - Rampton Village Hall
Rampton Village Hall Manor Grounds Rampton Retford Notts
Contact Rampton Village Hall Manor Grounds Rampton Retford Notts
Email: villagehall@ramptonandwoodbeck-pc.gov.uk
Phone: 01777 248431 / 07760223374
Website: https://www.ramptonandwoodbeck-pc.gov.uk/rampton-village-hall1.html
THE HALL IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID 19.
Tea, coffee, cake and a chat. Very informal group, only runs between the beginning of October and end of April each year.
Monday 10.30am - 11.45am.
£1.00
Bowls Club - North Wheatley Village Hall
Wheatley Village Hall Sturton Road North Wheatley Retford
Bowls club. Open April to September from 2021.
Bowls Club - North Wheatley Village Hall
Wheatley Village Hall Sturton Road North Wheatley Retford
THIS CLUB IS CURRENTLY CLOSED NOW UNTIL APRIL 2021.
Club meets on the green next to the village hall every Saturday at 2pm during the season. Friendly group with socials throughout the year. New members always welcome.
Membership fee is £40 per year, once paid, games are free.
Non-members can attend and pay £2.00 per game on a club day.
Village Harmony Choir - Sturton-le-Steeple
Sturton le Steeple Village Hall Brickings Way Sturton Le Steeple
Choir group
Village Harmony Choir - Sturton-le-Steeple
Sturton le Steeple Village Hall Brickings Way Sturton Le Steeple
Contact Sturton le Steeple Village Hall Brickings Way Sturton Le Steeple
Phone: 01427 880965 or 01777 704770
MEETINGS ARE SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID. PLEASE VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPDATES.
We sing songs from the shows. Roger Hammerstein. Always looking for new members.
£2.00 per week (paid in a lump sum every 6 months)
b:friend
b:friend Helm Woodfield Park Tickhill Road Doncaster
Loneliness exists and we’d like to help end it.
Contact b:friend Helm Woodfield Park Tickhill Road Doncaster
Email: info@letsbfriend.org.uk
Phone: 07542006912
Website: https://www.letsbfriend.org.uk/
8th October 2020 - Currently only offering telehone befriending due to COVID19, although volunteers are encouraged to make socially distanced visits outdoors.
Over 9 million people in the UK – almost a fifth of the population – say they are always or often lonely (British Red Cross and Co-Op, 2016).
But don’t take our word for it. https://www.letsbfriend.org.uk/our-charity/
Get Active Bassetlaw
For people who may face barriers to getting more physically active during Covid19, there are a range of options and sources of support available.
‘Get Active Bassetlaw’ brings together partners from across Bassetlaw to help local people retain positive changes from lockdown, such as increases in cycling, walking and running, helping the most vulnerable to be more active in the home and beyond, and to promote the preventative and treatment benefits of physical activity for physical and mental health.
Mental Health CRISIS Helpline (Nottinghamshire Foundation Trust)
For people of all ages in mental health crisis support is available 24/7.
Phone support available 24/7
The crisis line number is 0808 196 3779 and is available to anyone in mental health crisis at anytime, anywhere across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Available 24 hours a day, seven-days a week, it’s the number to call if you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need immediate help. It’s open to people of all ages who need urgent mental health support.
I'm already a patient, how do I get help in a crisis?
If you, or the person you are concerned about are already being seen by our services, regardless of age, or you feel you need emergency treatment: During office hours call the local number for your area:
Bassetlaw: 0300 123 1804 (7.30am – 9pm) or 0115 956 0860 (9pm – 7.30am)
Outside office hours, you should call your local Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment (CRHT) Team. The CRHT teams are available 24/7 and will be able to offer you immediate telephone support and reassurance to ensure that you feel safe and to help you manage your distress.
For children and young people
Call the CAMHS Crisis number: 0115 844 0560
AWAAZ
Unit C, Tennyson Hall, Forest Road West, 200 Mansfield Road, Nottingham
Provides mental health support to individuals from BAME and new emerging communities.
Contact Unit C, Tennyson Hall, Forest Road West, 200 Mansfield Road, Nottingham
Email: info@awaaznottingham.org.uk
Phone: 0115 924 5555
Website: https://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/service.page?id=2-h9-IwcFsk
Provides mental health support to individuals from BAME and new emerging communities.
A Charity Incorportated Organisation established over 20 years. Proving a culturally specific BME mental health service to the adult population. we currently deliver services to individuals with mental health issues that need support with emotional health and wellbeing, advocacy, tenancy support, avoiding eviction, debt management and social inclusion.
We also support individuals with multiple complex needs, the four categories being: mental health, substance misuse, offending and homelessness.
A culturally specific supoort group for women.
All the above is a funded service.
We also provide a cultural specific service to individuals who have a personal budget (please contact us for the cost of this service). the service includes: emotional health & wellbeing, budgeting, shopping, attending appointments, housekeeping, housekeeping, social inclusion, companionship, support with employment, volunteering, meeting individuals religous and cultural needs etc.
Monday - Fridays 9am-5pm for the funded service. Hours negotiable for the personal budgets service.
Bassetlaw Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHT)
Bassetlaw Hospital, Kilton, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Provide a 24 hour, seven day crisis resolution service that offers assessments to people with significant mental illness who would otherwise be admitted to hospital.
Bassetlaw Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHT)
Bassetlaw Hospital, Kilton, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Contact Bassetlaw Hospital, Kilton, Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Phone: 0300 123 1804
We provide a 24 hour, seven day crisis resolution service that offers assessments to people with significant mental illness who would otherwise be admitted to hospital.
This includes short term home treatment in order to minimise the risk of a patient being admitted to hospital and providing support to achieve recovery from crisis at home.
Our team is made up of a range of healthcare professionals including:
- doctors
- nurses
- occupational therapists
- support workers
- non-medical prescribers
We aim to discharge service users to the most appropriate services to meet their needs within six weeks of referral.
We also help service users to leave hospital sooner by providing intensive support in their own home.
This service is for men and women aged between 18 and 65. Patients over 65 who have already been accessing mental health services may also be referred.
Trent PTS
Anderson House, Clinton Avenue, Nottingham
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT)
Contact Anderson House, Clinton Avenue, Nottingham
Email: enquiries@trentpts.co.uk
Phone: 0115 896 3160
We are still offering treatment via telephone and online.
Nottinghamshire Head Office
Phone: 0115 896 3160
Email : enquiries@trentpts.co.uk
Our Services
We offer friendly, professional and tailored support in bright, welcoming surroundings, where you can relax and wind down talking to one of our fully trained counsellors about your problems, worries or difficulties.
All of the therapy you receive is personalised to meet your individual needs, identifying your personal goals and there to help you progress towards the end goal……. recovery!
Our counsellors will endeavour to help you understand and explore your situation better, whether that be: Low Mood, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Difficulties controlling your emotions, or Trauma, Bereavement, Psychosexual or Relationship problems.
We have a network of Trent PTS clinics across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, all of which can offer you face to face appointments, telephone consultations, guided self-help packages and books on prescription, making it easy for you to choose what support works best for you.
Our therapies are evidenced based and meet the standards set by NICE Guidelines.
Therapies we provide are:
Coronavirus measuresThe NHS and Public Health England (PHE) are extremely well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS Staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal.We follow NHS guidelines and protocols and are able to continue to provide psychological therapy services. These services will be offered to you via telephone, webcam and other online packages as an alternative to attending one of our venues to ensure the safety of you and our staff. The outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) has not prevented us from processing your referral to our service or delayed access to treatment. The only impact is we may not be able to offer face to face therapy throughout your treatment.If you are self-isolating please read NHS advice about staying home including how long to isolate for. You may also find Every Mind Matters and One You links useful is you are worrying a lot about Coronavirus. Coming Together as a CommunityThis is an unprecedented time in our history. This pandemic is having an impact on the health of our loved ones, and the way we live our daily lives. As we all continue to navigate these unique and evolving challenges, simple acts of courage, generosity and resilience can make a huge difference. So it’s important that we reach out and support each other.As our client’s navigate these difficult waters, we want you to know that Trent PTS stands ready to help you get the help you need as stated above, we are accepting new online referrals. The commitments we have made support and care for our employees is paramount. This ensures that we are ready and equipped to support our clients during this difficult time. The majority of our staff are now working remotely (in line with government guidelines). Thus ensuring that we can still provide this vital and necessary service. Fortunately, staying connected whilst in isolation is easier than ever in 2020. Phone your friends and family instead of texting. Alternatively, try video chatting or arrange virtual meet-ups to keep in close contact with loved ones. Finally, remember to exercise daily, as this will contribute to mental wellbeing.
National Bereavement Partnership
The National Bereavement Partnership provides a support helpline, counselling referral and befriending service.
National Helpline: 0800 448 0800 (freephone)
Lines open everyday: 7am to10pm to listen to those in need, support them in dealing with bereavement or offer guidance in dealing with issues related to the COVID 19 pandemic.
General Enquires Email: info@nationalbereavementpartnership.org
SMS Helpline: 0786 002 2814 (texts are charged at your standard rate)
Our highly skilled helpline volunteers are the face of our service, the ones on our front line delivering our service. Highly skilled professionals have come together, to help callers along their journey. Our helpline volunteers will use their counselling skills and have a listening ear for callers, they will offer information, advice and support with empathy and compassion. Our volunteers have a deep understanding for grief, loss and the very real anxiety surrounding COVID-19. They have the background knowledge and skills to be able to offer an effective, informative and efficient service to callers.
Online Bereavement Support - Sue Ryder
Doncaster Office 2 Carr Square Sidings Court Doncaster
Sue Ryder's Online Bereavement Support makes it easy to connect with the right support for you - whether that's information and resources, qualified counsellors or a community of others with similar experiences.
Online Bereavement Support - Sue Ryder
Doncaster Office 2 Carr Square Sidings Court Doncaster
Contact Doncaster Office 2 Carr Square Sidings Court Doncaster
Phone: 0808 164 4572
Website: https://www.sueryder.org/how-we-can-help/online-bereavement-support
These services are free and easy to access on your computer, smartphone or tablet.
Access counselling via video chat, join our online community to exchange messages and share feelings and support each other and find information and resources with practical issues and coping.
SHOUT - Mental Health at Work
Shout is a 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks in the UK, for anyone in crisis.
Paying attention to workplace mental health has never been more important. Mental Health at Work is here to help you find what you need.
Things have changed again, and they continue to be difficult. We're here to support you. If you're worried about coronavirus, maybe we can help. We have several 'tool kits' with resources available to help those working from home.
It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help. At the heart of the service is a team of volunteers who take people from crisis to calm every single day. As part of Our Frontline, Shout provides a free 24/7 text support service for anyone who's a key worker during the coronavirus crisis. Text KEYWORKER to 85258 to talk by text with a trained crisis volunteer.
Free wellbeing support by text for key workers.
Free wellbeing support by text for emergency staff.
Free wellbeing support by text forhealth & social care staff.
Veterans at Home Service
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust and Age UK support The Veterans at Home Service
Our Veterans at Home Service, in partnership with The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust Fund and The Royal British Legion, are supplying tailored activity packs to lonely and isolated Veterans to assist with their cognitive stimulation. We can provide: Puzzle books, Sudoku books, Magazines, Jigsaws, CD’s, DVD’s, books, talking books, craft materials, dementia activities and much more.
Armed Forces Healthcare
How the NHS can help if you are in military service or a veteran.
Armed forces healthcare: how it works
The partnership between the NHS and the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has enabled the armed forces to provide modern and advanced clinical care, and give its medical staff the broadest and most up-to-date training and experience.
Structure
Medical services are delivered to servicemen and women by the MoD, the NHS, charities and welfare organisations.
The MoD is responsible for providing:
- primary care: such as general practice, dentistry, occupational medicine and community mental health services within the UK and at defence outposts overseas.
- specialist healthcare: such as secondary care and rehabilitation through the Headley Court Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre.
Services are staffed by regular uniformed and reserve medical personnel from all 3 services: the British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force.
Military casualties
Armed forces personnel returning from operations for treatment in the UK usually go to Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB), which is also the home of the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM).
During their treatment at QEHB, most military patients are grouped together in a secure trauma ward staffed by military and NHS medical staff.
The RCDM and UHB have earned an excellent reputation for treating the complex injuries typical of military casualties.
Mental health
All serving personnel receive their mental health care through MoD-commissioned services.
Military mental health professionals are sent on operations overseas, so they can provide assessment and care in the field.
In the UK, mental health services work alongside community-based mental health services, to ensure they follow national best practice guidelines.
Care is offered at 15 military Departments of Community Mental Health (DCMH) across the UK (and smaller centres abroad), which provide outpatient mental health care.
Inpatient mental health care services in the UK are provided under contract by a partnership of 8 NHS trusts.
This is led by the South Staffordshire and Shropshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Service personnel are assessed, stabilised and treated in hospitals as close to their home or parent unit as possible.
The priority is to return injured servicemen and women to work as quickly as possible.
The trusts providing inpatient healthcare are:
- South Staffordshire and Shropshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Cambridge and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust
- NHS Grampian
- Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
- Somerset Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
- Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
- NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Transition and veterans health
Everyone leaving the armed forces is given a summary of their medical records, which they are advised to give to their new NHS doctor when they register with them.
A rigorous handover process – known as the Seriously Injured Leavers Protocol (SILP) – is in place for veterans with healthcare requirements after leaving the forces.
Subject to the clinical needs of others, veterans are also entitled to priority NHS treatment for any condition that may have been caused during service.
Individuals within the non-serving armed forces community can access all NHS services, including those services set up to meet the needs of veterans, like prosthetics and mental health.
The Veterans and Reserves Mental Health Programme (VRMHP) (formerly the Medical Assessment Programme) provides mental health assessments for veterans and reservists who have concerns about their mental health as a result of service.
Serving personnel: NHS hospital care
All hospital care is provided by the NHS. This includes emergency and elective care.
Since 2001, the main treatment centre for military patients seriously injured has been the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM).
The RCDM is based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB), which is part of University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, and is the primary receiving hospital for service personnel injured on operations.
The QEHB also offers non-urgent admissions to service personnel based in England through the NHS e-Referral Service.
These elective cases are managed in line with normal NHS procedures and waiting times.
Military casualties
The main arrival points for military casualties are Birmingham International Airport and RAF Brize Norton, with which UHB has good transport links.
QEHB staff are highly experienced in treating the most common types of injuries to service personnel, such as polytrauma (where someone has suffered multiple traumatic injuries).
Casualties arriving for treatment at QEHB are either placed on a trauma ward or taken straight to intensive care, depending on the severity of their injuries.
Medical notes, images, scans and lab results will be sent ahead of the patient, so by the time they arrive, members of the clinical team at QEHB will have already planned their treatment.
The QEHB military ward is in a designated trauma and orthopaedics ward, where up to 32 military patients are cared for in single rooms or four-bed bays.
The ward has additional features for the use of service personnel only. These cater for their specific requirements and boost the military atmosphere.
It has more staff (both military and civilian) than a normal NHS ward, plus a quiet room for relatives, communal space for patients, and a physiotherapy suite.
Patients get regular visits from defence medical welfare services, who deal with their day-to-day needs and maintain links with their units.
Routine hospital care
For service personnel based in England, non-urgent and routine procedures can be accessed at any NHS hospital through the NHS e-Referral Service.
These admissions will adhere to normal NHS procedures and waiting times, and the amount of choice available may be subject to certain operational criteria.
Serving personnel: mental health services
Organisations
Combat Stress
Combat Stress is the UK's leading charity for veterans' mental health. The charity provides specialist treatment and support for veterans with complex mental health issues.
Call their helpline:
- 0800 138 1619 for veterans and their families
- 0800 323 4444 for serving personnel and their families
You can also text 07537 404 719 or email combat.stress@rethink.org
Big White Wall
A charity providing safe, anonymous, round-the-clock online support, with trained counsellors available at all times. There's a supportive community and lots of resources that all armed forces personnel, veterans and their families can use at any time. The service is free for UK military personnel, veterans and their families.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
AA is a free self-help network. Its "12-step" programme involves getting sober with the help of regular support groups. AA believes people with drink problems need to give up alcohol permanently.
SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery runs a network of self-help and mutual aid meetings where participants help themselves and fellow members with recovery from any kind of addictive behaviour.
Serving personnel: rehabilitation services
Welfare organisations
Royal British Legion
The charity helps armed forces personnel, reservists, veterans and their families all year round. They also campaign to improve lives and remember the fallen, as well as organising the Poppy Appeal.
The Royal British Legion website
SSAFA
A charity that provides lifelong emotional and practical support for active and veteran armed forces personnel and reservists, and their families.
Help for Heroes
The Help for Heroes charity provides direct practical support to wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans, and their families.
The Soldiers' Charity
The charity provides financial assistance to soldiers in need and their families, covering debt relief, mobility assistance, education bursaries, care home fees and respite breaks.
Blesma
The limbless veterans' charity supports all armed forces personnel who have lost limbs, the use of limbs or their eyesight in service.
Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS)
A charity providing practical and emotional support to military personnel, their families and other entitled civilians when they are in hospital, rehabilitation or recovery centres.
Combat Stress
Combat Stress is a mental health charity for veterans. It provides specialist treatment and support for veterans with complex mental health issues.
Service families: welfare and support
Everyday family life has its up and downs. Life for members of an armed forces family, whether they're regulars, reservists, or veterans, or their spouses, partners or children, can have additional worries.
These include:
- stress around deployment
- extended and repeated periods of separation from spouses and partners
- social isolation from family and friends
- additional and sudden caring responsibilities
The Armed Forces Covenant says that the whole nation has a moral obligation to the armed forces community and sets out how they should expect to be treated.
The Covenant aims to remove disadvantage, to ensure that the whole armed forces community, including their families, receive the same outcomes as the civilian community. A useful point of contact for covenant issues are the service family federations.
The majority of families of serving personnel, reservists and veterans access and receive their healthcare through the NHS in exactly the same way as the rest of the population.
In specific circumstances (for example, during posting overseas), some families may receive their primary care services from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) through Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) medical centres.
The availability of health and other support services for armed forces families serving overseas can vary between locations.
The MoD has a robust process in place for assessing the support available to family members before an overseas move is confirmed.
This ensures that all essential services are available, whether that be health or education, and that the move to the new location is as smooth as possible.
Additional needs
Service personnel are required to inform their chain of command if they have a family member with additional needs or a disability.
Service families are encouraged to register an additional need or a disability with the chain of command through the single service policies. For the Army, this is mandatory.
Service children who have special educational needs (SEN) should be registered with the Children's Education Advisory Service (CEAS), who can provide advice and support to parents when they move.
Prior to a child with SEN moving overseas, an MoD Assessment of Supportability Overseas (MASO) will be carried out to ensure that essential health, education and social care services are available.
Armed forces families accessing services within the UK and frequently moving due to postings are responsible for informing their local GP, health visitor, dentist, school nurses and other services of their individual circumstances.
Proactively informing these services before a move will ensure medical records are transferred and enable the continuity of any care and support that family members may receive.
The Armed Forces Covenant states that family members should retain their relative position on any NHS waiting list if moving location due to the service person postings.
Welfare organisations
There are a number of organisations, in addition to NHS services, armed forces families can go to to get the advice and support they may sometimes need.
The Navy, Army and RAF all have their own welfare support organisation and information services.
There are other organisations and charities that may be able to offer assistance and provide additional welfare services. Some are listed below.
Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA)
The SSAFA is the national charity supporting service personnel, veterans and their families. SSAFA offers support to the community, whether at home, overseas or in an operational environment.
Families federations
The 3 Service Families Federations (Army, Navy and RAF) are the independent voices of Service families.
Each offers independent and confidential advice on a range of issues and works to improve the quality of life for Service families.
They regularly engage with the chain of command, local authorities and government to represent the views of armed forces families.
Each of the 3 Services has its own Welfare Support and Information Service Teams and Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS).
Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS)
The DMWS is a registered charity that works for the MoD and with other charities to provide practical and emotional support to military personnel, their families and other entitled civilians when they're in hospital, rehabilitation or recovery centres.
Veterans: priority NHS treatment
A veteran is someone who has served in the armed forces for at least 1 day. There are around 2.4 million veterans in Great Britain.
When servicemen and women leave the armed forces, their healthcare is the responsibility of the NHS.
It's very important for continuing healthcare that you register with an NHS GP and remember to tell them that you have served. This will help your GP to better understand any service-related health conditions that you may have and ensure that you are referred, where appropriate, to dedicated services for ex-forces.
If you've recently left the armed forces, it's important to give your GP the paperwork that your military medical centre gave you, including any medical records. This will help to ensure your military health record transfers to your NHS health record. It will also give your GP information on your health and ensure that any ongoing care and treatment is continued.
Being flagged as a veteran in your NHS medical notes will help to ensure that you are able to access dedicated services for those who have served in the UK armed forces. These include services for mental health and physical health conditions.
Find out more about the range of dedicated health services for ex-forces (PDF, 278kb).
'No disadvantage'
You should not be disadvantaged from accessing appropriate health services, so it's important that you notify your current GP if you're moving, particularly if you're on a waiting list for medical treatment, so this information can be transferred across.
Details of GP surgeries and other health services within your area can be found by using find GP services.
All veterans are entitled to priority access to NHS care (including hospital, primary or community care) for conditions associated with their time within the armed forces (service-related).
But this is always subject to clinical need and doesn't entitle you to jump the queue ahead of someone with a higher clinical need.
If the NHS service you're dealing with is unaware of priority treatment, you're actively encouraged to tell them about it and ensure you have told them you have served.
Failing that, you can enlist local health care commissioners, your local authority community covenant lead or one of the national service organisations, such as the Royal British Legion, to support you.
For more information on the duty of care owed to service personnel, read the Armed Forces Covenant (PDF, 919kb).
Personalised care programme
If you have served in the UK armed forces and have a complex and lifelong health condition, you may be eligible for the veterans personalised care programme. This is to ensure you have more choice and control over how your care is planned and delivered. It is based on what matters to you, meaning that you can choose how best to live your life and get the right support to do so.
If eligible, you will have a single personalised care plan for all your health and wellbeing needs that is developed with you and a range of organisations, including health and social care and military charities.
As part of this, you may get a personal budget to pay for some of the care and support you need. You should also get more support in the community and be able to access a range of help, such as emotional and practical support from people who have similar health conditions or disabilities.
For more information, read Personalised care for veterans in England (PDF, 685kb)
To apply, you should contact your local clinical commissioning group (CCG).
Veterans: NHS mental health services
Mental illness is common and can affect anyone, including serving and ex-members of the armed forces and their families.
Some people cope with support from family and friends, or by getting help with other issues in their lives. Others need clinical care and treatment, which could be from the NHS, support groups or charities.
Although it's completely normal to experience anxiety or depression after traumatic events, this can be tough to deal with.
Furthermore, the culture of the armed forces can make getting help for a mental health problem appear difficult.
Some people may not experience some of these symptoms until a few years after leaving the armed forces.
They may also delay getting help for a number of reasons, such as thinking they can cope, fear of criticism, or feeling that NHS therapists will not understand.
Read more about the symptoms of depression.
NHS support and treatment
If you think you or your partner may be experiencing mental health difficulties, you can get expert help from the NHS Veterans' Mental Health Transition, Intervention and Liaison Service (TILS) or the NHS Veterans' Mental Health Complex Treatment Service (CTS).
Both these services are available across England and are provided by specialists in mental health who have an expert understanding of the armed forces.
They'll also help to manage your care and support across other organisations.
Families and carers can find it hard to cope when their loved ones are not well, so, where appropriate, help may be provided for them, too.
NHS Veterans' Mental Health Transition, Intervention and Liaison Service (TILS)
TILS is a dedicated local-community-based service for veterans and those transitioning out of the armed forces with a discharge date.
The service provides a range of treatment, from recognising the early signs of mental health problems and providing access to early support, to therapeutic treatment for complex mental health difficulties and psychological trauma.
Where appropriate, help is also provided for other needs that may affect mental health and wellbeing – for example, with housing, finances, employment, social support and reducing alcohol consumption.
NHS Veterans' Mental Health Complex Treatment Service (CTS)
CTS is an enhanced local-community-based service for ex-service personnel who have military-related complex mental health problems that have not improved with earlier care and treatment.
The service provides intensive care and treatment including, but not limited to, support for drug and alcohol misuse, physical health, employment, housing, relationships and finances, as well as occupational and trauma-focused therapies.
Accessing NHS mental health care for veterans
To access these services, you need to go through TILS. This can be done by contacting the service directly, or by asking a GP or a military charity to refer you.
To contact the service directly:
- in the north of England, call 0303 123 1145 or email vwals@nhs.net
- in the Midlands or east of England, call 0300 323 0137 or email mevs.mhm@nhs.net
- in London or the southeast of England, call 020 3317 6818 or email cim-tr.veteranstilservice-lse@nhs.net
- in the southwest of England, call 0300 365 0300 or email sc.veterans@nhs.net
To access these services, you must:
- be a resident in England
- have served in the UK armed forces for a full day
- be registered with a GP practice in England or be willing to register with a GP
- provide your military service number or another acceptable form of proof of eligibility
When your referral has been received, you'll be offered an initial face-to-face assessment within 2 weeks and, where appropriate, a first clinical appointment 2 weeks after that.
Register with a GP
It's important to register with an NHS GP and tell them you have served in the armed forces so, where appropriate, you can access these and other dedicated services for veterans.
There are also many charities that provide great services, advice and support for veterans, reservists and family members. Similar services exist in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Some people with mental health issues may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Symptoms can include:
- being constantly anxious
- being unable to relax
- vividly re-experiencing a traumatic event
- avoiding anything that might trigger distressing memories or feelings
- becoming socially isolated
PTSD can lead to problems in relationships and at work, including irritability, anger and substance misuse, particularly alcohol.
While some symptoms, such as nightmares, are normal in the weeks following a traumatic event, symptoms that last longer than this can indicate a problem.
If this happens to you, it's important to get advice from a GP as soon as possible.
If you have not already done so, register with a GP, tell them you served in the armed forces and are a veteran, and bring to their attention any health problems relating to your time in service.
Veterans: NHS services for those with physical injuries
Veterans Trauma Network
The Veterans Trauma Network provides care and treatment to those injured during their time in the armed forces.
The service is available in selected NHS health centres across England close to where people live.
Veterans accessing this service will be cared for by military and civilian clinicians who understand the nature and context of the injuries.
The Veterans Trauma Network works closely with Defence Medical Services, national centres of clinical expertise, the Veterans' Mental Health Transition, Intervention and Liaison Service, the Veterans' Mental Health Complex Treatment Service and key service charities to make sure patients have a personalised care plan in place.
As families and carers can be seriously impacted when their loved ones are injured, they can also be supported to access services that may help them.
The Veterans Trauma Network also works with veterans who've been injured, as well as their families and academic research partners, to better understand the impact of this work.
The service has been designed following feedback and information from injured veterans and their families.
How to get help from the Veterans Trauma Network
The referral process is simple. Make sure you have told your NHS GP you served in the armed forces and they can refer you by emailing england.veteranstraumanetwork@nhs.net.
You can also be referred by Blind Veterans UK and Style for Soldiers.
For more information, email Blesma at bsoprosthetics@blesma.org or call 020 8548 7080.
NHS prosthetic services for veterans
The veterans' prosthetics programme was set up to put into practise the key findings of 'A better deal for military amputees', a report by Dr Andrew Murrison MP.
Dr Murrison recommended that a small number of multidisciplinary centres should provide specialist prosthetic and rehabilitation services to ensure veterans have access to high-quality care similar to that provided by the armed forces.
9 Disablement Service Centres (DSCs) across England have been selected to provide enhanced services to veterans who have lost a limb as a result of their service in the armed forces:
- Sheffield – Mobility and Specialised Rehabilitation Centre, Northern General Hospital
All DSCs in England can apply to the Veterans Prosthetic Panel (VPP) on behalf of veterans.
Veterans Prosthetic Panel
The VPP was established in 2012 so veterans could apply for funding for high-quality prosthetic limbs, regardless of which DSC they attend. Applications are assessed by a specialist panel.
Who qualifies for VPP funding for prosthetics?
This additional funding is only available to veterans who've lost a limb during military service.
A veteran who has left military service, but whose limb loss is attributable to an injury sustained while in service, also qualifies.
Veterans who lose limbs after they leave the military or while in the military, but not as a result of service, such as in a civilian road traffic accident, will still be able to access services as usual through their local DSC.
To find out more about NHS prosthetics services for veterans, speak to your prosthetist.
You can also contact Blesma at bsoprosthetics@blesma.org or call 020 8548 7080.
Nottinghamshire Mind - Mind over Miles
Aurora Centre, The Old Library, Memorial Avenue, Worksop
Nottinghamshire Mind - Mind over Miles
Aurora Centre, The Old Library, Memorial Avenue, Worksop
Contact Aurora Centre, The Old Library, Memorial Avenue, Worksop
Phone: 07398 073844
Website: https://www.nottinghamshiremind.org.uk/mind-over-miles/
Improve your wellbeing, walk, jog and run in a safe environment that is sociable and fun. Suitable for all abilities.
When: Mondays and Fridays 12.45pm – 2pm
Where: Auora Centre,The Old Libarary, Memorial Avenue, Worksop, S80 2BJ
For more information contact Sarah on 07398 073844 or email sarahrc@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk
Bassetlaw Action Centre - GOGA - Get Out Get Active
Canal Street Retford Nottinghamshire
Get Out Get Active (GOGA) Bassetlaw is a project that is working across the district to support those who are inactive or have a long term heath condition to get active by taking part in fun, safe and inclusive activities.
Contact Canal Street Retford Nottinghamshire
Email: GOGA@actioncentre.org.uk
Phone: 01777 709650
Website: https://www.bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk/index.php/goga/
GOGA is about more than just being active, it strengthens community spirit, increases confidence and improves mental health. GOGA reaches out to the very least active, disabled and non-disabled people in the community. GOGA aims to provide support to encourage greater activity in a genuinely inclusive environment, helping to build friendships, maintain health, increase independence, reduce stress and boost self-esteem.
In Bassetlaw, partners will introduce active recreation into a voluntary sector led health initiative which supports those with long term illness. The approach maximises the chance of securing full buy in from local health professionals but also helps Bassetlaw develop an approach which connects those with health conditions into local communities through integrated activity provision.
An ‘Active at Home’ booklet has been produced to provide practical guidance to older adults on home-based activities to maintain their strength and balance. It follows concerns that low levels of physical activity in older adults will lead to reduced fitness resulting in loss of independence and need for care in the future.
Download the booklet:
https://www.bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk/wpcontent/uploads/2020/06/PHE_Active_at_Home_Booklet_21_May.pdf
To keep up to date with all our activities and events in 2020 keep checking our social media.
MIND Nottinghamshire - #savingsilentvoices
Saving Silent Voices is a partnership programme between Nottinghamshire Mind and Bassetlaw CVS in response to the reduction in suicide agenda set by Bassetlaw CCG.
Saving Silent Voices
Saving Silent Voices is a partnership programme between Nottinghamshire Mind and Bassetlaw CVS in response to the reduction in suicide agenda set by Bassetlaw CCG.
In Bassetlaw there is still a high prevalence of people who feel that they have no option other than to take their own lives, #savingslientvoices has a series of resources, training opportunities and support mechanisms available, to increase awareness of suicide and encourage an open dialogue across communities.
The following links aim to provide you with an understanding of suicide, how to support someone who is suicidal, increase your confidence in addressing the issue of suicide and coping with suicide.
If you have any specific questions or need information you can contact our workers by email – savingsilentvoices@nottinghamshiremind.org.uk
Visit the website for help and information about the following:
- Coping with suicidal feelings
- Spotting the signs
- Bereavement through suicide
- Life after suicide
- Supporting someone who is suicidal
- Digital training
- Support for blue light services
- Hopelink
- The role of the Samaritans
- Department of Health Help
- NHS information
- Losing a friend to suicide
- Staying alive APP
- Suicide Awareness Ambassadors
- The Tomrrow Project
- Losing a parent to suicide
MENTELL
None judgemental, confidential talking circle for men aged 18+ via Zoom meetings.
Mentell provides free circles for men aged 18+ to talk or just listen in a safe and confidential space.
Free of Advice: Members share their personal experiences without directing thoughts, feelings or beliefs to any other member within the circle.
Free of Commitment: You are free to come to Mentell’s circles as and when you choose. You will never be asked to make any formal commitments. Members have free access for life.
Free of Judgement: The circle is a space for people to share sensitive thoughts and feelings, you are invited to do so free from any judgement.
Respect: Regardless of background, faith, beliefs or appearance, every member has the right to be respected for who they are.
Confidentiality: Your personal details and the information that you share within the circle, stays within the circle.
Freedom to Share or Listen: Everybody has the right to share within the circle, equally there is no obligation to share. The choice is always yours.
PTSDUK - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder UK
PTSD UK exisits to share information and raise awareness of PTSD to help everyone who is experiencing it or touched by it.
Evidence suggests that around 70% of people who suffer with PTSD in the UK do not receive any professional help at all, and many of those who are aware they have it are not getting the help and support they need.
Our charity aims to raise awareness of PTSD in three main areas – it’s causes, symptoms and the treatments available. These 3 areas are of vital importance to those suffering with the condition.
Causes: Many people have pre-conceived ideas of PTSD, and what can cause it. There is a widespread misunderstanding that PTSD only affect veterans, or those in the armed forces (likely due to it’s previous name of shell-shock) but it can infact affect anyone, of any age. It’s vital that people are aware if they (or a friend or family member) have suffered a trauma, they should be mindful of trauma symptoms, and the possibility of PTSD.
Symptoms: There are two areas in which knowing the symptoms of PTSD are useful. The first is that people may recognize the symptoms in themselves (or a friend or family member) and reach out for help – starting their recovery process. The other is those who are suffering with PTSD, can understand that what they’re thinking or feeling, or how their body is reacting, is ‘normal’ for someone with PTSD – this can be of huge comfort knowing that once the PTSD is resolved, those symptoms will be too. Some symptoms of PTSD feel totally unconnected to the original trauma or the condition itself, so it’s really important people can recognize just how PTSD can affect them.
Treatments: PTSD is a misunderstood condition in many ways – and no more so than the treatments available. As PTSD arises from a specific trauma (or a number of traumas or sustained traumas) it means that the issues and symptoms can be resolved, and effectively treated. There are a variety of therapies and activities than can help ease PTSD symptoms, some immediate, and some longer term, but the current NICE guidelines recommend EMDR and CBT as the main options for the treatment of PTSD.
In addition to those suffering (and those around them), it’s vital that healthcare professionals are aware of all of these elements to look out for in their patients to avoid misdiagnosis, incorrect treatments and lack of the best resources for their patients.
Every Mind Matters (NHS)
Looking after your mental health
Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more. We have expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing.
Coronavirus and mental wellbeing
The impact and experience of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has been different for everyone, as has how we have reacted, but there's no doubt it's been a really difficult time for us all.
That's why it's so important to do what we can to look after our mental health and wellbeing – now more than ever – and to reach out if you need support.
Job and money worries
Feeling stressed about money can affect your mental health. Here are 8 things you can do to feel more in control.
10 tips to deal with change
See what you can do to look after your mental health and wellbeing in the face of uncertainty.
Worried about coronavirus?
Read our 10 top tips to help you manage anxiety about COVID-19.
Working from home tips
Get ideas and advice to help you manage and look after your mental health if you're working from home.
Coping with loneliness
Read our 7 simple tips to help you cope with feeling lonely during the coronavirus outbreak.
How to sleep better
See some easy things you can try to make a change if the coronavirus outbreak has left you struggling to sleep.
Staying at home
Taking care of your mind as well as your body is really important if you are staying at home. Find out how to stay on top of your mental wellbeing.
Help for parents and guardians
Advice on looking after the mental health of those you care for.
Back to school
Get ideas and advice on how to make being back in education as straightforward as possible.
Further support
For mental health support
The Every Mind Matters platform provides advice on common mental health concerns, how to look after your mental health and wellbeing, and where to get further support.
If you are concerned about your mental health, visiting your GP is a good place to start, or you can call 111 for further advice.
In most areas, you can also refer yourself for free, non-urgent, NHS psychological therapy services, called IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) services.
If you need further support
For non-urgent personal medical advice, please visit the NHS website or discuss with your GP.
If you have an urgent, non-emergency medical concern, please call 111 to speak to a fully trained adviser.
In a life-threatening emergency, call 999.
Bereavement
Grief affects us in different ways. Find sources of support and advice that can help if you are dealing with bereavement.
