Parent programme for families with child under 4 with complex social and communication difficulties, who may or may not have a diagnosis of autism. You must live outside Nottingham city.

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

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 and a welcome home pack
• 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 CRB checked, and will provide support for six  to eight weeks.

Bassetlaw Day Services offers services to a wide group of people, covering an age range of nineteen upwards.  We offer an imaginative and flexible service for people, who require close support and supervision and to people who are working towards living as independently as possible in their local community. We offer day services across two sites in Worksop. We aim to make each day for people who access our service an enjoyable experience.  We offer a range of stimulating activities designed to meet individual support needs and give new experiences in a safe environment through social, recreational and educational activities.

Facilities at Albion Close
We have a wide range of facilities on offer including a salon, sensory room, activity rooms, a well-equipped art and craft room, comfortable lounges and a spacious dining room. The building has a full catering service and an excellent choice of hot and cold meals are available.

Bassetlaw Day Services
Albion Close
Worksop
Nottinghamshire

Facilities at the Community Resource within Worksop Library

The day service opened in 2010 and is a modern fully equipped building with a computer suite, art and craft room, spacious lounges, several multi- purpose activity rooms and an accessible enclosed garden. The day service can provide an excellant choice of hot and cold meals. The barista café located within the Library also offers an excellent choice of food and drinks throughout the day.

Bassetlaw has its own designated Dementia Support Worker who is able to provide information and support to anyone within Bassetlaw.  Other services also include

Memory Groups

Retford - coffee morning every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 10:30 - 12:30, Hallcroft Community Centre, Randall Way, Retford DN22 7GR

Worksop - coffee morning every 3rd Thursday of the month 10:30 - 12:30, Alzheimer's Society, The Centre, Northumberland Avenue, Costhorpe, worksop S81 9JP

Carers' Group

Support Group for carers of people with dementia.  Held as a coffee morning with a focus on peer support for those who are caring for someone with dementia.  Held on the 1st Friday each month 10:30 - 12:30, Harworth and Bircotes Town Hall, Scrooby Road, Bircotes, DN11 8JP.

Carers' Information and Support Programme (CrISP)

A 5 week course running every few months in Bassetlaw.  Course runs for 1 session each week lasting about 2.5 hours.  Training issues topics such as What is Dementia, Coping with Caring, and Financial and Legal Affairs.  For further information on this  call 01909 730 886 or 07540 919865.

National Helpline

call 0300 222 1122

National Website

www.alzheimers.org.uk

The Dementia Guide

Suitable for anyone who has recently been diagnosed with dementia and their families.  Can be ordered free from the website.

We aim to have a positive effect on dementia sufferers by using music to stimulate the areas of the brain which are still intact.

SPA provides information about local health service provision as listed below:

high quality integrated services in health and social care

community nursing

continence advice

home loans

intermediate care

community rehab

rapid response

emergency dental 

Marie Curie Nursing

 It also provides a Patients Advice and Liaison service (PALS) to provide assistance, advice and support with any issues or concerns that you have about the care that you or your family is receiving.

The group provides social and communication support, speakers, outings and hold a raffle at their meetings. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of the month - please get in contact for more information.

£10 annual subscription fee for membership.

Meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at the Crossing between 6.45pm-9pm.

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.

The Aurora centre is open Monday - Friday 09.30 am - 4.30pm

The centre welcomes all members of the public to the centre. On offer are a wide and varied range of services and programmes. Something for everyone.

Bereavement support in the community 09.30 - 12.30pm Every Friday Morning. Centre open weekdays 9.30am-4.30pm.

To support and help people who have been diagnosed with cancer.

Cancer patients are offered free pampering, beauty, fashion, hairdressing and therapy services. There is also a cafe and shop.

Various groups meet at the centre   http://bit.ly/1PpHdnY

Offering a range of sessions and support services including:

• Bingo
• Language Cafe
• Information and Support Services
• Coffee Morning
• Street Dance
• Private & Corporate Room Hire

Opening Hours:

Were are open to the public:

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Website: www.cslcommunitycentre.co.uk

Programme of Events:

Monday:

 9.30-12.30…. Coffee, Information, Support, Chat & Relax Morning

Tuesday:

15:45-17:45…Language Café

Wednesday:

9:30-10:15….Zumba!

12.15-14.00….Over 60’s Friendship & Lunch Club

17:30 & 19:30….Slimming World

Thursday:

9.30-11.30…. Beginner’s Language Cafe

Friday:

9:15-11:15….Manton Minis – Stay and Play – Age 0-5

16:30-17:00….4 & 5 yrs Street Dance

17:00-17:45….6 & 7 yrs Street Dance

17:45-18:30….over 8’s Street Dance

18:30- 20:30….Marching Band

Saturday:

12:00-13:00…Football Training – Age 5+

Specialist Residential care for individuals with learning disabilities and autism.

This club provides young disabled people with opportunities to come together in a safe and supportive environment. The club allows young people to gain independence and meet other young people in a social setting. All activities are planned and developed with young people and these might include dance, drama, adventure or talking about things that are important to them

Sessions run Tuesday evenings 6:15 - 8:45pm

This club provides young disabled people with opportunities to come together in a safe and supportive environment. The club allows young people to gain independence and meet other young people in a social setting. All activities are planned and developed with young people and these might include dance, drama, adventure or talking about things that are important to them

Sessions run Thursday evenings 6:00 - 8:30pm

CAMHS stands for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. It’s the part of the NHS which helps children and young people who have problems with their thoughts or feelings. We can help people until they are 18.  If someone like a teacher or your doctor is worried about you, they can write to CAMHS to see if we can help you. This is called making a referral. The person who is going to write to us has to get your permission first. As long as we think you are able to decide, it's up to you whether or not we let your parents know.

If you are having trouble with your thoughts or feelings talk to your parents or carers, or an adult you trust.  There is a useful website called Health for Teens that you may find useful:  http://www.healthforteens.co.uk/

Most children who get help from CAMHS see one of our community teams. This normally means you will come to see us for weekly appointments at one of our bases, at a health centre or at your school.  We have lots of people working for us who can help you in different ways. These include:

• family therapists – who talk through problems with you and your family
• CAMHS social workers – who support children and families through difficult times
• family support workers – who can give advice to your parents or carers
• mental health practitioners – who support young people and their families to bring about positive change
• psychologists – experts in how people think and act
• psychiatrists – doctors who work on thoughts and feelings
• art psychotherapists – who can help you by using art and music

For more information visit our website: http://bit.ly/2sQl6GD

Information for parents and carers can be found at: http://bit.ly/2sgBCkS

As well as our community teams, we have some teams which work on other difficulties. These include:

• Problems with eating
• Problems with drugs or alcohol
• Psychosis – when someone hears or sees things which aren’t there
• Intellectual disability – when someone finds it difficult to communicate or understand things

Services available at The Well include:

Blends weekly Community Cafe- Monday 10am- 12noon

Art Group & other weekly activities ( please see the website )

Community Cinema

Debt Counselling - telephone 0800 328 0006

Lunch Club - Mondays 12:30 - 1:30, £5.00. contact Angela Wakelin 01777 702344

Activities for children and families

Out of Hours Foodbank drop off & collection Point ( with a referral )

Part of the NNSP network

Christians Against Poverty ( CAP ) Job Club & CAP Money ( by Appointment only )

The opening times are usually 09.00-4.00pm ( Christmas opening times - The Office will be closed from Wednesday 20th December ( 2pm ) 2017 - Tuesday January 2nd 2017 )

The project uses angling as a means to inspire and motivate young people to develop an interest in and enjoy learning by teaching them how to set out to catch specimen sized fish of a variety of species. This becomes a transferable skill. CAST encourages young people to recognise the merits of learning skills in order to achieve goals and understand the links between education and success. Activities and groups developed by CAST are designed to engage young people in long term project activities and in the case of community based projects this long term programme is supported by the recruitment of adult volunteers and the development of social enterprise activities.

Clowne and District Community Transport offers affordable transport for community groups on a regular or occasional basis.  Groups currently using our vehicles include sporting groups, schools, self help groups, nursing homes and special interest groups.  All vehicles have wheelchair access.

Covers Worksop area with a group transport service between 15 & 24 people.

£12.30 for membership

We work with individuals, local companies, the NHS, the voluntary sector and local government agencies to help create a city and a county that is fully accessible to everyone, regardless of their level of vision.

The Valley Club is a leisure club is affiliated to the Bassetlaw Learning Disability Organisation but is run independently by a voluntary management committee. S

Our aim is to provide a safe and stimulating meeting place and social evening for our members each week. The club also provides a secondary service in that it gives an evening of respite to parents (many of whom are elderly). Our members vary in age from 18-70 and on average we have 50 members attend each week. The club is popular with our members and has a good atmosphere and gives a lot back to our volunteers.

The club is fully wheelchair accessible and we welcome new members from all areas of Bassetlaw.

The club meet on Monday evenings at The Crossing, Newcastle Street, Worksop, S80 2AT, 6.45 - 8.45 pm and also on a Thursday evening at Stevens House, 40 Chapel Gate, Retford, DN22 6PJ   7.00 - 9.00 pm

£3 per person per session. 

£10 annual subscription fee with Bassetlaw LDA.

Monday evenings 6.45pm-8.45pm

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.

We won't give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.

We offer peer support offers a variety of activities that aim to bring people together.

These include

• Women’s Group
• Men’s Group
• Social Group
• Evening Social Group

Every year, one in four of us will experience a mental health problem.But hundreds of thousands of people are still struggling to get the support they need. Still unable to access the services that could change their life. Still facing prejudice and misunderstanding.

Mind believes no one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We’ll listen, give you support and advice, and fight your corner. And we’ll push for a better deal and respect for everyone experiencing a mental health problem.

Through our network of local Minds we also provide direct support to almost 250,000 people each year.

Bassetlaw MIND offer a range of services including:

Living Well Programme - please contact MIND directly for more information

• Befriending and mentoring
• Understanding medication
• No cook Lunches
• Coping with Anxiety & panic Attacks
• Managing Strees
• Crisis Planning
• Make It Balance
• Carers support group
• Coffee mornings
• Flexi Group
• Ladies' Support Group
• Men's Group
• Plus Years Group
• Counselling
• Information and Advice

 In order to access the services of Bassetlaw MIND, individuals can self refer or  be referred by a relevant mental health practitioner or worker.  Referrals from GP's are also welcomed.

The Society was founded in 1976 for the benefit of anyone interested in astronomy and related subjects.  Apart from during Summer/Winter breaks we meet every other Wednesday at Gateford Park Primary School starting at 8pm to 10pm.

Usually the first meeting in the month is a general one of news and discussions.

For the last meeting in each month we usually have a guest speaker to give a talk. See the diary for more details.

Membership is currently £12 per year (concessions £6).

Admission is free for occasional visitors who are always welcome.  
There is a wheelchair ramp and the toilet is wheelchair accessible.

We are a national network with over 4,000 qualified teachers, running a range of qualifications and courses for personal and professional development, from beginner to In Service Training for teachers, and across a broad range of subjects to supplement the core yoga syllabae. We represent the UK at the European Federation of National Yoga Organisations. 

Benefits of Membership

• Comprehensive Insurance cover for members, students and teachers.
• Complimentary copy of Spectrum, our quarterly magazine, full of features, articles, news, education and contacts.
• Complimentary copy of Quarterly Regional Newsletter with news and updates of what is happening in your Region.
• Discounted prices for yoga equipment from the BWY shop.
• Opportunity to attend discounted national and regional yoga events led by yoga practitioners of national and international standing
• BWY Annual Congress - a residential weekend packed with an amazing range of yoga workshops, a yoga market place and the opportunity to meet fellow practitioners.

- See more at: http://www.bwy.org.uk/the-organisation/#sthash.vTFJO2SQ.dpuf

By spring 2013 we will have an interactive multi sensory music dome aimed at introducing music to those whose senses are impaired. 

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

Bridge club for players (no teaching). Partner required.

Bar available for drinks.

£2.00 per session, £5.00 per annum.

Monday and Thursday from 7pm.

Singing group provides concerts in older people's homes.

50p subscription fee

Walking group meets Monday at 9.15am on The Green.

£3.00 visitors. Up to twice in one year.

£36 yearly for 12 meetings.

Please contact Christine prior to attendance.

Newcomers welcome.

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.

50p for any tea or coffee. Open 50 weeks of the year for drop in sessions. Monday, Thursday and Friday 8.45am-12.30pm.

Contact Hilary or Maurice Jones ( Organisers telephone 07790 230673 )

Monday 1pm-3pm.

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. 

Held at the Aurora Centre Worksop.

The Old Library,

Memorial Avenue,

Worksop S80 2BP

The sessions are 10.30 - 12.00 and everyone is welcome to attend.

50p for refreshments

The sessions will be held on the last Wednesday of each month.

Speakers, creative workshops, healthy wellbeing workshops.

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.

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.

Website:  www.youngminds.org.uk

YoungMinds does not offer advice to young people – our helpline service is for parents or carers worried about a child or young person.

Parents' Helpline:  0808 802 5544

Online Resources for Young People:  http://www.youngminds.org.uk/for_children_young_people

Do you need someone to talk to and to listen to you?  Have you had a family bereavement or loss?  Are you feeling isolated, anxious, worried?  Don't think a problem is ever too small.  We offer a free confidential counselling service.

Prospect Kilton Children's Centre, Longfellow Drive, Worksop, S81 0DW  

Thursdays, 9am-12 noon       Please ring 01909 504810 to book an appointment

Manton Children's Centre, Shrewsbury Road, Worksop, S80 2TU

Thursdays, 1pm-5pm      Please ring 01909 511321 to book an appointment

The service can support people who;

• have been assessed by Adult Health & Social Care but are ineligible for statutory services

• have a history that shows they might put their accommodation at risk without intervention and support

• have a need that is likely to require longer term but low level housing- related support.

We work with people who have a wide range of support needs, such as Autism, learning disabilities, Asperger’s or following a brain injury, or where they don’t meet the criteria for statutory adult social care, among others.

The service will be really flexible and service users will be able to have a say in how they are supported and what their needs are. We can help with finding accommodation, accessing specialist services, budgeting and claiming benefits among many other things.

We can offer support in a range of ways, which could include in own homes and in the community, to help maintain independence. The support is linked to the service user and not their tenancy, so if they move within Nottinghamshire we can continue to support them.

Based on the application, assessment and feedback that we receive from an agency, a member of the team will decide whether this service will be beneficial or not. If so they will be in contact within ten days of the referral.

If you would like to speak to anyone at Framework about the Brighter Futures service, you can contact the services in the areas below:

Bassetlaw - 2 Queen Street, Worksop, Notts, S80 2AN 
Tel: 0115 8504014
Email: bassetlawnass@frameworkha.org

Ashfield - Outram Street Centre, Outram St, Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 4AX
Tel: 01623 675418
Email: ashfieldnass@frameworkha.org

Mansfield - The Heath Community Centre, Fritchley Court, Oak Tree Lane Estate, Mansfield, NG18 3QE
Tel: 01623 675402   
Email: mansfieldnass@frameworkha.org

Newark and Sherwood - The Exchange, 38 Waterlane, Newark NG24 1HA 
Tel: 0115 850 4155
Email: newarknass@frameworkha.org

South Notts - Val Roberts House, 25 Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham NG7 6NX
Tel:  0115 970 9581
Email: southnottsnass@frameworkha.org

Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 08.00 am - 8.00 pm Saturday 09.00 am - 5.00pm

The service supports Victims and survivors to be resilient and in doing so are less likely to be re-victimised; empowered to cope and recover from crime and anti-social behaviour by timely and effective victim-centred support from local services, families and communities.

Victims do not have to report a crime to access the service. Victims of both recorded and self-reported crime are tracked at all points in their journey and given access to information, practical support and advice and where appropriate, referral to ‘cope, recover and empowerment’ support services in their local communities.

Victim CARE ensures that the support will be victim-centred and outcome focussed. It will ensure that the needs of the victim are considered and supported at every stage of the criminal justice process.

The service is provided by a team of experienced professional case workers, giving one to one support to victims of crime and ASB. The team is supported by a committed and highly trained team of volunteers. The aim is to improve victims’ experience with the criminal justice system and associated support services.

Types of support

Victims of crime and anti-social behaviour benefit from enhanced help and support with a new-style service, designed around the needs of victims to help them cope and recover from their experience and empower them to become more resilient

• Tailored emotional and practical support, advocacy and restorative justice determined through a ‘needs assessment’, focusing on the level of harm caused by the crime and the vulnerability of the victim.
• A dedicated Caseworker providing one to one support to each victim, making it less stressful for them and reducing the number of times they are asked to tell their story
• Access to restorative justice services arranged by the Caseworker, which could include facilitating dialogue with a person with a conviction. Restorative justice brings those harmed by crime or conflict and those responsible for the harm into communication, enabling everyone affected by a particular incident to play a part in repairing the harm and finding a positive way forward.

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 ( Worksop )

Tuesday 11.00-4.00  Oasis Community Centre ( Worksop )

Thursday 09.30 - 11.30 ( Harworth town hall )

Friday 11.00 - 4.00 Cosmic Cottage ( Retford Grove Street - Cosmic Cafe )

Support is accessible Monday - Friday 09.00 - 5.00pm based at Bassetlaw Hospital

Meet on a Wednesday Morning from 09.00 - 12.00 at Worksop Cricket Club

Follow them on Facebook @worksopsocietyofarts

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.   …

The Learning Disability Helpline is 08000 724 725 for FREE professional advice and support

NCC Customer Service Centre can arrange for the person you are caring for to have an assessment.

Call 0300 500 80 80

Monday - Friday 08.00 am - 8.00pm

Or you can email them directly Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk

Visit the NCC Website: http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/

There is also a comprehensive Parent/Carer Zone with vital information on how to keep your child safe online - https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/

Last Wednesday of every month 10.30am – 12.30pm Riverside Medical Centre, Riverside Walk Retford, Notts DN22 6AA

For more information please ring Deb on: 07793268235 or email: info@carersfederation.co.uk

The core purpose of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy (OT) element of the service is to respond to the needs of children and young people who have disabilities or disorders of movement or function which may be improved or controlled by therapeutic input and use of Children and young people who have disabilities or disorders of movement or function which may be improved or controlled by therapeutic input Referral via SPA at Hurst in Worksop

This service is a seven day service 7am - 9pm.

telephone 01777 274 422

Informal & friendly group where you can come along and meet othe cochlear implant users and prospective candidates in  relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and chat to other uers about your experiences.

Last Sat of the month 11am-2pm

Improving the Health & Wellbeing of Bassetlaw Residents through supported access and navigation in to local services and support

Ring 01909 476118 to speak to a local Community Advisor about all of your wellbeing needs

This service is available Monday - Friday 09.00 - 5.00 pm

Or you can email for support 24 hours a day. ( Your email will be picked up by an Advisor the next working day )

You can email. Communityadvisor@bcvs.org.uk or partnershipofficer@bcvs.org.uk

This craft group consists of:

Knitting, Crochet, Needlepoint and paper art 

Everyone Welcome on a Tuesday evening 6.30 - 8.30pm