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. The 25% M.E. Group provide Practical and Emotional Support through a telephone helpline, as well producing a twice-yearly newsletter, contact list and a resource library… Read more

A website with resources and signposting to support group in Surrey run by the National Autistic Society and Action for Carers. Read more

We have support groups across Surrey. They are friendly, informal get-togethers, where you can chat to others about your caring role and give each other support. Groups and events are both face to face and online using zoom. Face to face events take place in… 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). They provide advice and information for patients and their families, information for healthcare professionals and emergency medical advice for patients. 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

They want to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health and create a judgment-free, confidential space where men can be open about the storms in their lives. They aim to achieve this through weekly, free-to-attend peer-to-peer support groups for men aged over 18. 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. They provide help through support groups, by telephone and information available through its website. Read more

ARCH (Abortion Recovery Care and Helpline) is dedicated to promoting the emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being of clients, by the provision of real understanding, counselling and supportive help to women, men and families after an abortion. They offer a range of support services such as a… 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