Voluntary Services Directory

All advice and support concerning sports and the accessibility.

Advice and Information given.

Since 1993, Bury Shopmobility has been dedicated to serving all those that require its services. We pride ourselves on provide a highly personalised service and serving the people of Bury

You are able to self refer. The Health Trainer service offers motivational support for people wanting to make healthy lifestyle changes e.g. 'one to one' support with healthy eating/weight management, increasing physical activity, improving sleep, stopping smoking, drinking sensibly and support with breastfeeding.

Self help support group for anyone affected by Diabetes. The group has over 900 members and offers: support; self help; representation on local and national committees; information; education; advice and informal contact with specialists who attend the support group's meetings. These take place on the third Wednesday of every month (except Nov, Jan, July and Aug) at 7.30pm in the Lancashire Fusiliers room of the Town Hall.

The service is for anyone who has rehabilitation needs related to a stroke.
Most often this will be straight from hospital and the therapy staff in hospital will refer to us, however you may have been discharged some time ago and still have rehabilitation needs. You can refer yourself or your GP can refer you, but you need to have rehabilitation goals, that is, something which you want to achieve that is tricky because of your stroke but which you could do before it.
We may see you at home or in a clinic
We also see everyone at six months after they are discharged from hospital after a stroke to review their progress
We will offer advice and support for any stroke related problem

We are committed to providing a good quality and fair service.  However, we sometimes make mistakes.  When this happens, it is important that you let us know.

Giving people confidence and therapy through art.

First Aid, Emergency response covering Lancashire, Merseyside & Greater Manchester. Preparing for disasters, Finding missing family, Protecting people in conflict, Refugee support, Teaching resources, Health and social care such as independent living, health issues and social support overseas

Provides information & support about all types of heart disease and also preventative information on giving up smoking and making healthy life style choices in terms of nutrition, exercise etc Heart Helpline: 0300 330 3311

Anyone affected by GBS, CIDP or one of the variant peripheral neuropathies can contact us via phone, email or website. CIDP, MMN (Multifocal Motor Neuropathy), acute and chronic variants including Miller Fisher Syndrome, AMAN, AMSAN, MADSAM,, PDN (Paraproteinaemia).
We provide information and support to patients and families affected by GBS, CIDP and the associated inflammatory neuropathies.

Breakthrough UK aims to promote the independence and integration of disabled people into society.

Boost course delivered in 6 weekly blocks to build up confidence in people. Referral via Stroke Association.

8 weeks course to help boost confidence & manage condition.

Brenda Nixon - Chair. Group activities - Social Support & outings and meals out. Speakers, quizzes & entertainment.

All aspects of care advice and volunteering aspects.

The service provides support with communication problems following stroke either 1:1 or via group. Provides information & support to the stroke survivors, families and carers of stroke survivors.

All advice regarding aspects of healthy eating.

NHS health trainers aim to support people to live healthier lives by working with them to make small but important changes to their lifestyle. Health trainers are qualified NHS professionals who have been specifically trained to motivate, advise and support patients in getting healthy, staying healthy and getting the most out of life. They are based in GP surgeries across Bolton and work closely with local GPs and their staff to make a difference to people’s health and wellbeing. Can also be referred by your GP.

Varied activities all weekend to support health. Phone to make an appointment.

Transport for elderly and people with disability.

Volunteering opportunities available.

Bolton Carers Support is a registered charity that offers a confidential support and information service to carers. We are an independent charity supporting carers over the age of 18 who live in Bolton or who care for someone living in Bolton. We offer information, a confidential listening ear, opportunities to meet other carers for mutual support, training, short breaks, and can ‘signpost’ you to relevant services that can help you in your caring role.

As well as providing homes we also offer a range of other services. These are available to our customers and some are open to other people living in our communities. Here are some of the ways we might be able to help you and your family:
•Providing a wide range of advice, signposting, support and social activities through our UCAN centres.
•Tackling antisocial behaviour, hate crime and domestic abuse in our neighbourhoods.
•Supporting the community in developing groups and projects.
•Helping you link up with other services such as those providing affordable furniture.
•Giving you the support you need to remain independent through our Careline service and disabled adaptations.
•Offering several services to help you get back into work and training.

Complete the blue badge form over the phone but it is recommended to complete on line if possible. Phone call can take up to 30 mins to process.

Our Benefits Advice team are specialist welfare rights advisors who provide a comprehensive advice service on the whole range of benefits provided by the Department for Work and Pensions and the Local Authority.

Advice and support on all issues - various departments available to source.

This social group is run by Teenage Cancer Trust and events include meals out, residential breaks and day trips, funded by the Trust.
Date / time: Every three months.
Who for: For any young person aged 16-25 who is over two years out of treatment for cancer.

This social group run by the Teenage Cancer Trust goes out for meals, bowling, crazy golf and other activities, funded by the Trust. It is an ideal place to meet others who have had treatment. People are encouraged to bring a friend to the first two or three meetings until they get to know people.
Date / time: Every month (usually the last Thursday).
Who for: For any young person aged 16 – 25 who has had a cancer diagnosis.

Each meeting there is an informal conversation around a different theme, facilitated by a Macmillan Professional, for example fatigue, the emotional effects of cancer, healthy eating. The group are encouraged to share experiences and learn from each other.
Date / time: Every two months, Thursday mornings 10am – 12 noon.
Who for: Open to anyone living with and beyond cancer from the Greater Manchester area.

Patients’ group monthly and separate carers’ group monthly
Meet at: Ena Hughes Centre, Ellesmere Street, Failsworth M35 9AD.
Who for: Anyone living with cancer, including family and carers.