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ADDISS - The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service

Local Offer
Support and advice service
Providing people-friendly information about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Age

Any age
020 8952 2800
Updated: 10/10/2023
Find out more about ADDISS - The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service

Adult Social Care

Local Offer
Support 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
Find out more about Adult Social Care

Barrier Breakers

Local Offer
Social 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 3116
The Civic Centre, OL1 1 UT
Updated: 21/07/2023
Find out more about Barrier Breakers

Children with Disabilities Short Breaks Service at Gemini House

Local Offer
Children's home and short breaks for carers/people they care for
Short-breaks children's home for those with disabilities and complex care needs.

Age

From 5 to 18 years old
0161 770 5484
Netherhey Street, OL8 2JG
Updated: 24/04/2023
Find out more about Children with Disabilities Short Breaks Service at Gemini House

Contact for families with disabled children

Local Offer
Advice and support
Charity that supports families with disabled children.

Age

From 0 to 25 years old
0808 808 3555 (free helpline Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5pm)
Updated: 28/04/2023
Find out more about Contact for families with disabled children

Crossroads Care in Greater Manchester

Local Offer
Support and advice for carers
Supporting anyone who cares for someone with a physical or sensory disability, learning difficulty, or chronic illness.

Age

Any age
0333 323 1990 or 07796 132481 (out of hours) or 01614 459595
Dale Street, OL16 3NJ
Updated: 28/04/2023
Find out more about Crossroads Care in Greater Manchester

Holiday Homes Trust

Local Offer
Family caravan holidays
Providing the opportunity for every single member of the family or group to enjoy freedom and life away from the home environment.

Age

Any age
020 8433 7290 or 020 8433 7291
Various addresses
Updated: 26/05/2023
Find out more about Holiday Homes Trust

Mencap

Local Offer
Support, advice and professional care at home
Home care support. Accessible to all.

Age

Any age
0808 808 1111
Golden Lane, EC1Y 0RT
Updated: 23/03/2023
Find out more about Mencap

Oldham Parent Carer Forum (POINT)

Local Offer
Parent/carer forum
For parents and carers of children and young people with additional needs and disabilities

Age

To support families with children and young people 0 to 25 years old
0161 503 1555
Updated: 08/12/2023
Find out more about Oldham Parent Carer Forum (POINT)

Oldham Support Group for Carers of Children and Adults with Autism (OSCA)

Local Offer
Support 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
Find out more about Oldham Support Group for Carers of Children and Adults with Autism (OSCA)

Together Trust - Meridian

Local Offer
Short breaks for carers/people they care for
Specialist education, community and care provider: services include consultancy from clinical psychologists and play therapists.

Age

From 0 to 25 years old
0161 485 7235
Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7BH
Updated: 18/02/2022
Find out more about Together Trust - Meridian