Here you can find links to other websites which can offer wider general information and those of interest to ELCCF's four Forums.

Website which connects you via a quick search in times of need or distress to a qualified counsellor near you. Also lots of information, FAQs, therapies, articles and statistics. Visit www.counselling-directory.org.uk.

East Lothian Voluntary Organisation Network’s directory of important links to organisations, government, funding and resources.

..of learning centres. Featuring links to schools, libraries, community centres, CABs, village halls and museums.

East Lothian Council's Welfare Rights team has helped a large number of claimants to get benefits for the first time or to have their benefits reinstated.

..accessibility webite now takes in East Lothian, giving info on access, customer reviews, opening times and more on hotels, sports, tourist and leisure facilities.

The Warm and Well service offered by Changeworks helps people in Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian whose housing may be affecting their health by making their homes as warm and energy efficient as possible. Anyone who is vulnerable due to ill health or disability as well as the very young and very old, can benefit from this FREE service.

Advice from COSLA and the Scottish Government to adult Community Care Partnerships, and individuals involved with social care, on the planning and delivery of short breaks including breaks from caring and emergency crisis support. (Click here for the easy read version, or here to download the document).

East Lothian Sexual Abuse Service. Free and confidential support and information for women and girls in East Lothian affected by sexual abuse. We listen, we believe, we support. Appointments and information: 07800 604 164. Email: elsas@ewrasac.org.uk

The Mesothelioma Symptoms site covers a range of topics from the different forms of mesothelioma, to the various methods of treatment.

Mesothelioma UK is a national resource centre dedicated to providing specialist Mesothelioma information, support & improved care and treatment.

Compensation for people diagnosed with mesothelioma. Free service.

The U.S. website has the most up to date and comprehensive information regarding survival rate, treatments, and everything else about mesothelioma. Works closely with Carl Jewett and the Veteran’s Assistance Network to provide veterans with the help they need.

Starfish Ventures specialises in volunteer travel, volunteer programs, volunteer work and many more activities in Thailand. Come and join Starfish Ventures in Thailand and make the real difference. www.starfishvolunteers.com.

Telephone and website service providing information about care services for older people living in Scotland.

Advice on Care Needs Assessment, Care at home, Supported Housing, Care Homes, Support for Carers and Your Rights.

Tel: 08456 001 001. Visit: www.careinfoscotland.co.uk.

Email: enquiries@careandrepaireastlothian.co.uk

www.careandrepaireastlothian.co.uk

"We can assist with repairs, adaptations and smaller repairs for homeowners and private tenants aged 60 and over or 50 and over with a disability."

Changes Community Health Project/ Positive Parenting Forum

E-mail: info@changeschp.org.uk

Website: www.changeschp.org.uk

CAPS East Lothian Independent Advocacy Service (ELIAS)

American org offering help on the Parkinson's-like condition

Woodhall at the Inch
46 Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4TD
Tel: 0131 672 1541
Fax: 0131 672 1877
edinburgh.woodhall@enable.org.uk

Telephone counselling for disabled people staffed by professionally trained counsellors. Free and confidential. Appointment line: 0808 801 0362, Mon-Tues 11am-3pm, Wed 11am-1pm.

Accessible wheelchair holidays in France for disabled people.

Prestonpans Resource centre on Tues , Weds & Thurs, 1 -4 pm

East Lothian Access Panel
15 Doon Avenue
Dunbar
EH42 1DL
Gordon Saunders 01368 865642

Enlighten Action for Epilepsy Edinburgh Mid & East Lothian

'Your Call' telephone and information hotline at freephone 0800 801 0362

Parkinson’s Disease Society (Local branch meets last Wed of month)

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