When we face difficult decisions in our lives - particularly where health, old age or disability are a factor - we often need help and information. The organisations listed in this section help people find out about their rights, so they can make informed choices.
Age Concern SwindonInformation about the services offered by Age Concern.
Age Concern SwindonInformation about the services offered by Age Concern.
Age Concern SwindonInformation about the services offered by Age Concern.
Carers UKAdvice on how to access services and benefits in your area.
Carers’ AssessmentAssessment by social services of carers' care and support needs
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)Offers free confidential advice on various matters.
Community Health Council (Swindon and District)Provide free and independent advice on how to complain about NHS care.
Counsel and Care for the ElderlyA free advisory and advocacy service for older people and those involved with their care.
Disability Rights Commission (DRC)An independent body set up by the Government to serve disabled people.
Help The AgedNational advice service for older people and their carers.
Immigration and Nationality Directorate (Home Office)Responsible for immigration control at air and sea ports and applications for permission to stay, citizenship and asylum
Literature Line (DoH)Government service, providing free literature on various subjects.
Millen Advice PointIndependent confidential advice on welfare benefits, housing, immigration and money advice.
Parks Advice PointProvides information on housing and welfare benefits, debt and employment.
RADAR The Disability NetworkDisability organisation campaigning for a society where human difference is routinely anticipated, expertly accommodated and positively celebrated.
Refugee CouncilThe largest organisation in the UK working with asylum seekers and refugees.
Swindon Coalition of Disabled peopleOffers advice and information on all aspects of disability.
Swindon Coalition of Disabled peopleOffers advice and information on all aspects of disability.
Swindon MindPromotes positive mental health, raises awareness, campaigns locally.
Swindon People FirstA service user-led self-advocacy organisation for people with learning disabilities.
Swindon Racial Equality CouncilProvides information for people with immigration, equal opportunities and racial harassment enquiries.
Terrence Higgins Trust (HIV/AIDS)The UK’s largest charity offering advice and support to people whose lives are affected by HIV/AIDS.
Wiltshire and Swindon Users’ Network (WSUN)An independent organisation set up in 1991 by long-term users of health and social care services.
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