Family information directory

TimeBank is a national volunteering charity. We recruit and train volunteers to deliver mentoring projects to tackle complex social problems. We also work with businesses to engage their staff in volunteering. Read more

The Association for Family Therapy and Systemic Practice (AFT) is a registered charity working to benefit the public by promoting effective family therapy and systemic services and high standards of professional training and practice. AFT work with children, young people and adults, couples, families and individuals,… Read more

CHANGE is a charity led by disabled people which works for the human rights of all people with learning disabilities. It runs campaign, projects, training and research issues that affect the lives of people with learning disabilities. Read more

An organisation of 6,500 family lawyers and other professionals in England and Wales, who believe in a constructive, non-confrontational approach to family law matters. Resolution also campaigns for improvements to the family justice system. Read more

Myotonic Dystrophy support group offers friendship and support to all those affected by Myotonic Dystrophy. The charity has a central helpline and contacts throughout the UK as well as links abroad. Read more

The 3H Foundation, formerly known as 3H Fund (Helping Hands for Holidays), has been operating for nearly 50 years supporting those with disabilities and carers to have holidays and short respite breaks. Working with like-minded partner organisations we provide opportunities for those with disabilities to… Read more

The Noise Abatement Society is a national helpline offering free advice for those suffering from noise nuisance at work and at home. We raise awareness of and find solutions to noise pollution and pollutants. We also help relieve the physical and mental distress which noise pollution… Read more

The Partially Sighted Society is a registered charity which provides support to those with a visual impairment. Read more

Sportability are a national charity who provide sport and challenging pursuits for people with paralysis – typically people who have had a spinal cord injury, stroke or have M.S.  It is not about creating elite sportsmen and women.  It is about the adrenaline rush, putting the buzz… Read more

The Gauchers Association is a registered charity which aims to promote awareness, pioneer research, and provide support and information for those affected by Gaucher disease. The Gaucher Association provides information on its website for parents as well as publishing information leaflets and two newsletters each… Read more