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Local OfferSupport group for Men
We are talking groups for men because…
You’ve either been through a storm, currently going through a storm or have a storm brewing in your life.
Age
From 18 years old
Oldham Event Centre, OL2 5BL
Updated: 12/4/2022
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about #AndysmanclubAction for sick children
Local OfferChildren and young people’s health services
Age
From 0 to 16 years old
0161 486 6788
Updated: 01/11/2021
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about Action for sick childrenADDISS - The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service
Local OfferSupport and advice service
Providing people-friendly information about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Age
Any age
020 8952 2800
Updated: 01/11/2021
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about ADDISS - The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support ServiceAdult Social Care
Local OfferSupport and advice council service
Help for people who need practical support due to illness, disability, old age or a low income.
Age
From 18 years old
0161 770 7777
Updated: 17/09/2019
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about Adult Social CareAmbitious about Autism - Parents and carers
Local OfferAdvice and support
Our ambition is to ensure all autistic children and young people can learn, thrive and achieve and lead fulfilling lives
Age
All ages
020 8815 5444
Updated: 14/07/2021
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about Ambitious about Autism - Parents and carersBarnardo's - Believe in children
Local OfferSupport group
Age
From 0 to 25 years old
Updated: 20/03/2020
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about Barnardo's - Believe in childrenBarnardo’s ‘See Hear Respond’ service
Local OfferSupport and advice
See Hear Respond is a service provided across England by Barnardo’s and other national and local community-based organisations in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
0800 151 7015
Updated: 18/08/2020
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about Barnardo’s ‘See Hear Respond’ serviceBarrier Breakers (Commissioned Short Break)
Local OfferSocial group for disabled people
Young people can have fun with friends and work on issues that affect children and young people with additional needs.
Age
From 11 to 21 years old (although some members maybe older if they started the group before their 21st birthday)
0161 770 3120
The Civic Centre, OL1 1 UT
Updated: 08/09/2021
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about Barrier Breakers (Commissioned Short Break)Breathe Easy Oldham
Local OfferSupport and advice group for people with breathing difficulties
Regular speakers and social activities, for people with respiratory/lung problems. Meets first Tuesday of every month, 1pm to 3.pm.
Age
From 21 years old
0300 303 0253
Hadfield Street, OL8 3BP
Updated: 01/11/2021
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about Breathe Easy OldhamCafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service)
Local OfferPutting Children and Young People First in The Family Courts
Representing children in family court cases in England
Cafcass call centre number: 0300 456 4000
Updated: 08/12/2021
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about Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service)Carers for Positive Change
Local OfferSupport group for carers of people with a learning disability
If you care for someone with a learning disability, whether you're a family member or a professional, we can help.
Age
Any age
0161 770 4187
The Link Centre, Union Street, OL1 1DZ
Updated: 24/09/2019
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about Carers for Positive ChangeCarers Support Group
Local OfferSupport group
Peer support for Oldham’s unpaid and informal carers
Age
18 years and over (under 18's see young carers)
0161 770 4786
The Link Centre, Union Street, OL1 1DZ
Updated: 03/11/2020
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about Carers Support GroupCerebra
Local OfferChildren with a brain condition: Support and Advice service
Charity for children with neurological conditions and brain injuries offering direct, ongoing support and funding vital research.
Age
From 0 to 16 years old
0800 328 1159 (freephone)
Updated: 16/04/2021
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about CerebraCommunity Mental Health Team: East
Local OfferSupport and advice service
Support for people with severe mental health problems and consideration for carers’ needs; risk assessment and management.
Age
Any age (up to 65 years old)
0161 770 4151
Hamilton Street, OL4 1DB
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about Community Mental Health Team: EastCommunity Mental Health Team: West
Local OfferSupport and advice service
Support for people with severe mental health problems and consideration for carers’ needs; risk assessment and management.
Age
Any age (up to 65 years old)
0161 770 4151
Hamilton Street, OL4 1DB
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about Community Mental Health Team: WestContact for families with disabled children
Local OfferAdvice and support
Charity that supports families with disabled children.
Age
From 0 to 25 years old
0808 808 3555 (free helpline)
Updated: 20/05/2022
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about Contact for families with disabled childrenCrossroads Care in Greater Manchester
Local OfferSupport and advice for carers
Supporting anyone who cares for someone with a physical or sensory disability, learning difficulty, or chronic illness.
Age
Any age
0170 652 5361
Dale Street, OL16 3NJ
Updated: 01/11/2021
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about Crossroads Care in Greater ManchesterDisability Rights UK
Local Offer
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Information and advice
Age
Any age
0330 995 0400
East Bay Lane, E20 3BS
Update: 22/09/2021
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about Disability Rights UKDisabled Living
Local OfferInformation and Advice
Age
Any age
0161 214 4590
Priestley Rd, M28 2LY
Updated: 19/07/2021
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about Disabled LivingDown's Syndrome Family Support Group (DSWestPennine)
Local Offer
Due to Covid-19 please contact us to check if our activity is running.
Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.
Support group for carers
The group offers families with a child with Down's Syndrome the chance to meet, get mutual help and support and to share information.
Age
Any age
Foxdenton Lane, OL9 9QR
Updated: 06/11/2019
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about Down's Syndrome Family Support Group (DSWestPennine)Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS)
Local OfferSupport, Information and Advice
Age
From 16 years old
0808 800 0082 (Freephone)
0808 800 0084 (Text phone)
Updated: 06/11/2019
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about Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS)Healthwatch Oldham
Local OfferIndependent champion for people who use health and social care services
Age
From 18 years old
0161 622 5700
Updated: 27/05/2022
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about Healthwatch OldhamI AM - Celebrating Autism in Greater Manchester
Local OfferSupport group
I AM – Celebrating Autism in Greater Manchester by creating opportunities and providing a sense of personal freedom and choice.
Age
10 years to adult
0161 866 8483
Updated: 24/09/2021
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about I AM - Celebrating Autism in Greater ManchesterIndependent Living Brokerage Partnership (ILBP Ltd)
Local OfferSupport Group
Brokerage Firm · In-Home Service - Direct Payments Team - Payroll - Pensions - Support
Age
Any age
01706 249 595
Various
Updated: 07/06/2019
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about Independent Living Brokerage Partnership (ILBP Ltd)Inspire Women
Local OfferGroup of Oldham women
Empowering women through involvement
Updated: 24/09/2021
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about Inspire WomenK.O.G.S. (Keeping Our Girls Safe)
Local OfferBuilding confidence and self-esteem
07491 068 364
Updated: 01/11/2021
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about K.O.G.S. (Keeping Our Girls Safe)M.E. Support Group
Local OfferSupport and advice group for people with ME
The nearest support group to Oldham. Aims to improve the quality of life for all ME sufferers, their families and carers.
Age
Any age
Helpline - 0845 519 4116
Stockport group 0161 426 5481
Stockport, SK4 5BP
Updated: 23/08/2019
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about M.E. Support GroupMencap
Local OfferSupport, advice and professional care at home
Home care support
Age
Any age
0300 003 7007
Golden Lane, EC1Y 0RT
Updated: 12/10/2021
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about MencapMy Adult - Still My Child
Local OfferInformation and advice
Age
From 16 years old
0808 8088 100 (free helpline)
Updated: 12/10/2021
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about My Adult - Still My ChildNational Autistic Society
Local Offer
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Support and advice
Age
All ages
0808 800 1050
Updated: 12/10/2021
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about National Autistic SocietyNational Deaf Children's Society (NDCS)
Local Offer
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Support and advice service for childhood deafness and hearing loss
Free information on childhood hearing loss including: education, audiology, benefits, technology, communication, parenting.
Age
From 0 to 25 years old
0808 800 8880 or 020 7014 5919
Updated: 12/10/2021
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about National Deaf Children's Society (NDCS)Oldham Carers' Services
Local OfferSupport and advice for carers
A range of services, support, information and advice for carers.
Age
Any age
0161 770 7777
The Link Centre, Union Street, OL1 1DZ
Updated: 12/09/2019
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about Oldham Carers' ServicesOldham Diabetes Voluntary Support Group
Local Offer
Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.
Support and advice group
A group run by people who have diabetes, providing help, advice and support to fellow sufferers, their families, friends and carers.
Age
18 years upwards
0161 300 4488
13 Primrose Bank, OL8 1HQ
Updated: 07/07/2020
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about Oldham Diabetes Voluntary Support GroupOldham Parent Carer Forum (POINT)
Local OfferParent/carer forum
Age
From 0 to 25 years old
0161 503 1555
Updated: 04/01/2022
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about Oldham Parent Carer Forum (POINT)Oldham Parent Carer Forum (POINT) - Dads supporting SEND
Local OfferSupport and advice group
Age
To support families with children and young people 0 to 25 years old
0161 503 1555
Updated: 04/01/2022
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about Oldham Parent Carer Forum (POINT) - Dads supporting SEND Oldham Parent Carer Forum (POINT) - Tea and Toast
Local OfferSupport and advice group
Age
To support families with children and young people 0 to 25 years old
0161 503 1555
Updated: 04/01/2022
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about Oldham Parent Carer Forum (POINT) - Tea and Toast Oldham SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
Local OfferInformation and Advice Support Service
High quality information, advice and support for parents, carers, children and young people with a special educational need or disability.
Age
From 0 to 25 years old
0161 503 1540
Middleton Road, OL9 9LB
Updated: 05/12/2019
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about Oldham SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)Oldham Stoma Support Group
Local OfferSupport group for people with Ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy
Support for anyone with a colostomy, urostomy or ileostomy. Information and updates on new products and changes in the NHS.
Age
Any age
0779 995 9242
The Link Centre, Union Street, OL1 1DZ
Updated: 25/09/2019
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about Oldham Stoma Support GroupOldham Support Group for Carers of Children and Adults with Autism (OSCA)
Local OfferSupport and advice for parents and carers
A local support group for the families of people with autism and related conditions.
Age
Any age
07365 772 711
Connaught Street, Oldham
Updated: 10/12/2019
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about Oldham Support Group for Carers of Children and Adults with Autism (OSCA)Once upon a smile children's bereavement support group
Local OfferChildren's Bereavement Charity
Children's Bereavement Charity
Age
up to 18 years old
Sidley House, M16 9HQ
0161 711 0339
Updated: 01/11/2021
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about Once upon a smile children's bereavement support groupParkinson's UK Oldham Branch
Local OfferSupport and advice group
We advise to Parkinson’s sufferers, their carers and family. We help people live an independent life and can help fund respite care.
Age
Any age
0161 682 3010 or 07913 559 432
The Link Centre, Union Street, OL1 1DZ
Updated: 26/09/2019
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about Parkinson's UK Oldham BranchPositive Steps - Oldham Young Carers
Local Offer
We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.
Short breaks for carers/people they care for
Young Carers work holistically alongside other family services, providing you and your family with different levels of support.
Age
From 8 to 18 years old
0161 621 9400
Union Street, OL1 1DJ
Updated: 14/10/2021
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about Positive Steps - Oldham Young CarersRainbow Trust Children's Charity
Local OfferSupport for seriously ill children and their families
Age
From 0 to 18 years old
0161 628 2194
Updated: 09/10/2020
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about Rainbow Trust Children's CharityRehab Jigsaw Limited
Local OfferSpecialist Support
Age
From 0 to 25 years old
03333 440783
Updated: 17/12/2019
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about Rehab Jigsaw LimitedRespect for all - Counselling
Local Offer
We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.
For Autistic People, People with Learning Disabilities, and Their Families and Carers
We believe that each person is unique and has potential. We show our respect through taking the time and effort to communicate with clients at a pace and in a way that is both helpful and empowering.
0161 532 4075
Updated: 14/10/2021
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about Respect for all - CounsellingRoyal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)
Local OfferSupport and advice service
Support to any child who has a visual difficulty. We can help apply for benefits, equipment and holidays.
Age
From 0 to 25 years old
020 3198 0225
Updated: 15/10/2021
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about Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)Scope
Local OfferSupport, Information and Advice
Age
All ages
0808 800 3333
Updated: 02/11/2021
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about ScopeSEND Workshops & Training Service
Local OfferSupport for Carers
Age
Parents and carers of children and young people from 0 to 25 years old
0161 503 1551
Middleton Road, OL9 9LB
Updated: 03/07/2020
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about SEND Workshops & Training ServiceSense Children's Specialist Services
Local OfferSupport and advice for people affected by deafblindness
Supporting and campaigning for deafblind people. Tailored support, advice and information as well as specialist services.
Age
From 0 to 20 years old
0300 330 9256
Wakefield, Yorkshire
Updated: 23/12/2019
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about Sense Children's Specialist ServicesShelter
Local OfferHousing support and advice
Immediate and practical assistance with housing issues, debt, and welfare benefits.
Age
From 16 years old
0344 515 1640
Samuel Ogden Street, M1 7AX
Updated: 15/04/2020
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about ShelterThe Proud Trust
Local OfferSupport Group
The Proud Trust is the home of LGBT+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans + other identities such as asexual. intersex.
0161 660 3347
Updated: 22/10/2021
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about The Proud TrustThe VICTA Parent Network
Local OfferOnline support for people with a visual impairment
Through Scarlett's Eyes is an online support and information sharing network.
Age
From 0 to 29 years old
01908 240 831
Updated: 06/04/2020
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about The VICTA Parent NetworkTOG MIND (Tameside, Oldham & Glossop)
Local OfferMental health support and advice service
We provide the best quality local mental health services in prevention, early intervention and primary care; alongside empowering individuals and our communities to live well
Age
Aged 16 and over
0161 330 9223
216-218 Katherine Street, OL6 7AS
Updated: 04/06/2021
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about TOG MIND (Tameside, Oldham & Glossop) Together Trust - Mediation & Disagreement Resolution (DRS) Services
Local OfferMediation and disagreement resolution
Age
From birth to 25 years old
0161 283 4848
Updated: 18/02/2022
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about Together Trust - Mediation & Disagreement Resolution (DRS) Services VI Talk
Local OfferSupport and advice for blind and partially sighted people
Supporting blind and partially sighted people, their families and friends, and those who works in the field of visual impairment.
Age
From 13 years upwards
07512 772 770
Updated: 22/10/2021
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about VI TalkWitherslack Group
Local Offer
We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.
Specialist education and care
We provide inspirational education and care to children and young people, resulting in life changing experiences and countless stories of success.
Updated: 11/03/2022
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about Witherslack GroupWraparound
Local OfferSupport Service
Wraparound offers a whole system, whole family support agency all about improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Needs.
Age
From 0 to 25 years old
0161 956 2081
Various
Updated: 03/04/2020
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about Wraparound