Family information directory

The 25% M.E. Group is a registered charity which supports all who have the severe form of M.E. and those who care for them. This includes people who are housebound, bedbound and wheelchair users. The 25% M.E. Group provide Practical and Emotional Support through a telephone helpline, as… Read more

Addison’s Disease Self Help Group is a national charity which offers advice and support to people diagnosed with Addison’s disease (or adrenal insufficiency). It provides information news and publications on its website, as well as a living well forum. Read more

Al-Anon Family Groups provide support to anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else’s drinking. We believe alcoholism affects the whole family, not just the drinker. Al-Anon Family Groups hold regular meetings where members share  their own experience of living with alcoholism.… Read more

The AKU Society is a patient-led group for the debilitating genetic disease alkaptonuria (AKU). It is designed to unite all people affected by AKU: patients, their families and their doctors. Read more

The Anaphylaxis Campaign is a UK wide charity operating to support people at risk from severe allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. The Anaphylaxis Campaign provides advice by telephone, e-mail, factsheets, film and online channels, it also offers workshops and support groups for parents and young people. Read more

The Aplastic Anaemia Trust is the only charity in the UK dedicated solely to research into aplastic anaemia and the support of patients and their families.  It provides help through support groups, by telephone and information available through its website. Read more

Arrhythmia Alliance (A-A), is a coalition of charities, patient groups, patients, carers, medical groups and allied professionals all dedicated to timely and effective diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias. It provides information through its website for the public and professionals. Read more

The Arthrogryposis Group (TAG) offers contact, support and information to people affected by Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC). Read more

New support group for survivors of a stroke, their carers and relatives. The club meets at Ashford Hospital and offers a friendly and supportive atmosphere for information, activities and mutual support. Read more

ACG is for men and women whose lives are affected by cancer. If you have a diagnosis, or are close to someone with cancer, our open meetings can offer friendly encouragement, factual information, and put you in touch with other cancer patients. Read more