Useful links - disability rights
Legal Action Group is a national, independent charity whose aim is to promote equal access to justice for all members of society who are socially, economically or otherwise disadvantaged.
The Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture (MF), a registered charity, is the only organisation in the UK dedicated solely to the treatment of torture survivors. With a branch in Manchester, the MF offers medical consultation, examination and forensic documentation of injuries, psychological treatment and support, and practical help.
Is a voluntary, not-
Is an independent charity offering adults in East Lancashire a free advocacy service to support them in their involvement with Health or Social Services.
Rainbow Haven Project
Rainbow Haven is a community project based in East Manchester. It runs a twice weekly drop-in which is open to everyone and offers specific services to refugees, asylum seekers and migrant workers. These include free hot meals, IT classes, advice and information, social activities, play activities for
parents and children and destitution support.
St Paul's & St John's Church, 113 Abbey Hey Lane, Abbey Hey, M18 7EN
0161 273 6499 rainbow.haven@yahoo.co.uk
Revive is anorganisation supporting refugees and people seeking asylum. They work directly with refugees, asylum seekers and the most vulnerable in society and their service is free.
Rethink Mental Health Advocacy
Rethink Mental Illness works to help everyone affected by severe mental illness recover a better quality of life and is an experienced provider of advocacy services for people affected by mental illness
Supports all those who are affected by spinal cord injury, including the family and friends of the disabled person. Promoting the integration and full particpation in society of their members.
George House Trust is the largest HIV Social Care Charity in the North West of England supporting people living with and affected by HIV and campaigning for the best quality of life for all people with HIV.
A free resource where you can find British and Irish case law & legislation, European Union case law, Law Commission reports, and other law-related British and Irish material.
Directgov is the UK government's digital service for people in England and Wales. It delivers information and practical advice about public services, bringing them all together in one place. You can access Directgov on the web or on your mobile. It provides easy access to government information and services. It uses simple language and presentation across the web and mobile. Content is written in plain English, and you can read most of it in Welsh. Directgov works closely with government departments to bring information for the public all together in one place.
The Legal Services Commission (LSC) runs the legal aid scheme in England and Wales. They work in with solicitors and not-for-profit organisations to provide information, advice and legal representation to people in need
Equality and Human Rights Commission
The Equality and Human Rights Commission champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.
The National Head Injuries Association promotes understanding of all aspects of brain injury and to provide information, support and services to people with a brain injury, their families and carers.
Tel No: 0808 800 2244
Headway Manchester Tel No: 0161 434 2150
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