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Although the information was originally collected for use within the Linlithgow community we hope the list could be useful to others.

For further information on any of the organisations - just follow the website link/s or where there are no website links available email us at info@helpcentre.org.uk.

Abbeyfield ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@abbeyfield-scotland.com
Retirement housing, for the elderly providing independence, companionship, security and community inclusion.
Action for MEYou can e-mail this person admin@afme.org.uk
Provides information and support to people affected by M.E.
Action For Sick ChildrenYou can e-mail this person through website
Children's health care charity, specially formed to ensure that children receive the highest standard of care possible.
Action for Sick Children (Scotland)You can e-mail this person enquiries@ascscotland.org.uk
Helping sick children and young people meet their health care needs in partnership with parents, carers and professionals.
Action on DepressionYou can e-mail this person info@actionondepression.org
National charity working specifically with and for people affected by depression in Scotland. Provides information and support for all types of depression.
Action on Hearing LossYou can e-mail this person informationline@hearingloss.org.uk
Offers a range of services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing and provide information and support on all aspects of deafness, hearing loss and tinnitus. Action on Hearing Loss is the new name for RNID
ADDISSYou can e-mail this person info@addiss.co.uk
The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service.
Admiral NursesYou can e-mail this person info@dementiauk.org
Admiral Nurses work with family carers and people with dementia, in the community and other settings. Dementia UK works in partnership with NHS providers and commissioners, social care authorities and voluntary sector organisations to promote and develop new Admiral Nursing services.
Adult Basic EducationYou can e-mail this person info@abeonline.org.uk
Part of West Lothian Council's Community Learning and Development service. Their aim is to work with anyone over the age of 16 who can set goals to improve literacy and numeracy skills or who is experiencing hearing loss and wishes to learn lip-reading skills. Provide a free service with access to workshops, short courses and ongoing individual learning.
AdvicenowYou can e-mail this person info@advicenow.org.uk
Website which provides information on rights and legal issues summarised from 200 websites. Applies to England and Wales only.
After AdoptionYou can e-mail this person information@afteradoption.org.uk
Telephone helplines and online enquiry service to help anyone affected by adoption. Links to other agencies covering adoption.
Age UK
Age Concern Scotland and Help the Aged in Scotland has joined forces to form Age UK Group which works to improve later life for everyone- provides information and advice.
Al - Anon Information CentreYou can e-mail this person alanonuk@aol.com
Information and helpline for people affected by someone's alcoholic drink problem.
Alcohol Focus ScotlandYou can e-mail this person enquiries@alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk
Provides information on alcohol problems.
Alcoholics AnonymousYou can e-mail this person aanewcomer@runbox.com
Through fellowship meetings aims to create a satisfactory way of life without alcohol.
Alzheimer ScotlandYou can e-mail this person alzheimer@alzscot.org
Scottish leading dementia charity. Information, support and helpline.
Anti-bullying networkYou can e-mail this person abn@education.ed.ac.uk
Find out how to tackle bullying, where to go for advice.
Apetito - Home Meals ServiceYou can e-mail this person info@apetito.co.uk
Ready meals delivered to your door. Meals are frozen. This service replaces that of 'Meals on Wheels'.
Ark Housing Association Ltd. ScotlandYou can e-mail this person admin@arkha.org.uk
Provision of housing, support, etc. for those with learning difficulties.
Arthritis CareYou can e-mail this person Info@arthritiscare.org.uk
Information and support to empower individual to take control of our own arthtitis. Helpline available.
Arthritis Research UKYou can e-mail this person through website
Provides a range of information for patients, the public and health professionals and aims to raises the profile of arthritis and making a real difference to people's lives.
ASH Action on Smoking and HealthYou can e-mail this person ashscotland@ashscotland.org.uk
Leading voluntary organisation tackling tobacco abuse. Advice on stopping smoking.
Association of Charity OfficersYou can e-mail this person info@aco.uk.net
The national umbrella body for many benevolent charities including the Occupational Benevolent Funds Alliance.
Association of Young People with ME (AYME)You can e-mail this person info@ayme.org.uk
For young people between 5 and 25 with ME. Provides support, advice and information to young people with ME and their families and friends.
Asthma UK ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@asthma.org.uk
Dedicated to improving the health and well being of people with asthma. Gives advice on triggers and causes, how to help to prevent asthma attacks.
AvertYou can e-mail this person info@avert.org
International HIV and AIDS charity based in the UK. Information and help available through their website; links to helplines, resources and other organisations.
beat (beating eating disorders)You can e-mail this person help@b-eat.co.uk
UK Eating Disorders charity providing information, help and links to other organisations.
BeatbullyingYou can e-mail this person info@beatbullying.org
Assisting and supporting young people that are being bullied, re-educating and changing the behaviour of young people that bully and preventing bullying in schools and communities across the UK.
BEMIS - Black and Ethnic Minorities in ScotlandYou can e-mail this person mail@bemis.org.uk
The Black and Ethnic Minorities in Scotland organisation provides collective voice, advice and information.
Bereavement Support Group
A support group for bereaved people supported by the Pastoral Care Team at St Michael's Parish Church, Linlithgow. For information telephone the church office on 01506 842188 or check St Michae's Parish Church website
BespokenYou can e-mail this person bespoken@mbha.org.uk
New social networking site which aims to help people with disabilities share solutions and work directly with companies and designers on products that might help them.
Bethany Christian TrustYou can e-mail this person info@ bethanychristiantrust.com
Helping the homeless back into society.
Big Print (National Weekly Newspaper)You can e-mail this person helpline@rnib.org.uk
A weekly paper posted to your door. Includes radio and TV listings, sport etc. Free sample available
Bladder and Bowel FoundationYou can e-mail this person Email through website
Provides information, including a helpline, and support for all types of Bladder and bowel problems.
Blue CrossYou can e-mail this person info@bluecross.org.uk
Pet charity providing practical support and information for owners. Pet bereavement support including children with pets.
Boomerang Talking Newspaper (West Lothian)
Weekly cassette publication, free to all visually impaired people in West Lothian. Details of this organisations may be obtained from West Lothian Council's website by using the name in the search facility.
Breast Cancer CareYou can e-mail this person web@breastcancercare.org.uk
Offers information and support to those affected by breast cancer.
Breathing SpaceYou can e-mail this person info@breathingspacescotland.co.uk
Service for people with low moods or depression, unusually worried and in need of someone to talk to.
British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF)You can e-mail this person mail@baaf.org.uk
BAAF leading UK charity working for children separated from their birth families.
British Red CrossYou can e-mail this person information@redcross.org.uk
As well as Refugee Services there is support in the UK. In various local areas this may include Care in the Home, hire of wheelchairs , help with transport and home support for people aged 16-64 who have a physical disability.
British Telecom commitment to older and disabled customersYou can e-mail this person through website
Information about their legal and regulatory requirements, definitions of disability, frequently asked questions plus links to age, disability and communication websites.
C.A.R.E. (Christian Action Research and Education)You can e-mail this person communications@care.org.uk
Gives advice on counselling, provides helplines and campaigns on Christian ethics.
Caledonian YouthYou can e-mail this person Information@caledoniayouth.org
Family planning, sexual health, pregnancy counselling, and abortion counselling for the under 25s.
Calibre Audio LibraryYou can e-mail this person name@calibre.org.uk
Calibre Audio Library brings the pleasure of reading to people who have a sight problem, dyslexia or physical disabilities, through a free nationwide postal service of recorded books on MP3 disks and standard cassettes.
Cancer Research UKYou can e-mail this person through website
Charity dedicated to cancer research.
CanStopSmoking
Provides information on services, local support and a Helpline.
Capability ScotlandYou can e-mail this person ascs@capability-scotland.org.uk
National disability information and advice service. Has a database called Fund-Finder.
Care CommissionYou can e-mail this person web.enquiries@carecommission.com
Have registers of residential care homes and other care facilities in Scotland. Makes inspections and investigates complaints.
Care for the FamilyYou can e-mail this person mail@cff.org.uk
Care for the Family is a national charity which aims to promote strong family life and to help those hurting because of family breakdown.
CareConfidential
For Pregnancy and abortion counselling and support. Links to local centres and Helpline.
Carers DirectYou can e-mail this person CarersDirect@nhschoices.nhs.uk
Information, advice and support for carers operated by the NHS. It includes a guide to caring: financial and legal advice, guidance for young carers; work and study information; finding local support groups and services; advice on keeping healthy.
Carers of West LothianYou can e-mail this person office@carers-westlothian.com
A carer lead organisation campaigning for carers and their needs. Many useful health and care links. Well laid out fact sheets.
Carers ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@carerscotland.org
Support for Carers, information and literature.
Castle Craig HospitalYou can e-mail this person enquiries@castlecraig.co.uk
Residential centre for drug therapy.
Challenger Children's FundYou can e-mail this person Wendy.dunn@ecas-edinburgh.org
Grants to children under the age of 18 with a physical disability, resident in Scotland. For clothing, holidays, etc.
Chest Heart and Stroke Advice LineYou can e-mail this person adviceline@chss.org.uk
Specialist nurse on line. Also charity offers advice, practical help and a wide range of information booklets etc.
Child Accident Prevention TrustYou can e-mail this person safe@capt.org.uk
Publishes leaflets and booklets, posters etc.
Child Bereavement TrustYou can e-mail this person enquiries@childbereavement.org.uk
Helps grieving families and children cope with loss. Support line, resource material, extensive links.
Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre
Making the internet a safer place. Useful information.
Child Support AgencyYou can e-mail this person csa-nel@childsupportagency.gsi.gov.uk
Information and estimates on child maintenance assessment. National Helpline.
Child Support Laws
Offers extensive information on child support laws. Publishes questions that people have asked via the online Ask Our Experts form.
Childline ScotlandYou can e-mail this person through website
Counselling centre for children and young people suffering problems e.g. bullying, sexual and physical abuse. Has a Helpline 0800 1111 and supplies links to other agencies.
Children FirstYou can e-mail this person info@children1st.org.uk
Supports families under stress, protect children from harm and neglect, help them recover from abuse and promote children's rights and interests.
Children in ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@childreninscotland.org.uk
National organisation for voluntary, statutory and professional organisations and individuals working with families and children.
Children's Hospice Association Scotland (C.H.A.S.)You can e-mail this person info@chas.org.uk
Provides holiday breaks for children with life threatening conditions, respite care, crisis care, terminal care and home support.
Chill out ZoneYou can e-mail this person jacqueline.brown@westlothian.gov.uk
Counselling Service for Young People aged 12 –20 in West Lothian. For information about this service access West Lothian Council's webste.
Christian Fellowship of Healing (Scotland)You can e-mail this person office@cfhscotland.org.uk
Ecumenical lay Christian group offering individual and group support through the ministry of healing.
Christian Marriage MinistriesYou can e-mail this person cmmnatad@aol.com
Organises weekends which encourage couples to take time out to concentrate on one another and their marriage (some also suitable for engaged couples).
Churches' Child Protection Advisory ServiceYou can e-mail this person info@ccpas.co.uk
Provides advice with regard to child abuse and protection.
Citizens Advice Bureaux Service in Scotland
Provide assistance with legal problems, including debt and consumer issues, benefits, housing, legal etc. Email address on main site but not for contacting them re problems, however check local office info.
Cleft Lip and Palate Association (CLAPA)You can e-mail this person info@clapa.fsnet.co.uk
UK-wide voluntary organisation specifically helping those with and affected by cleft lip and palate.
Coalition of Carers in ScotlandYou can e-mail this person coalition@carersnet.org
The Coalition of carers in Scotland is an information network designed for carers, carer groups and organisations, and for people working with carers.
Combat StressYou can e-mail this person contactus@combatstress.org.uk
Military charity specialising in the care of Veterans' mental health - men and women who are suffering from a psychological condition related to their Service career.
Community Laundry ServiceYou can e-mail this person info@helpcentre.org.uk
Service providing laundering and delivery of sheets to people with medical conditions who are living at home and who require help. For more information e-mail us at the Help Centre.
Compassionate FriendsYou can e-mail this person info@tcf.org.uk
Support and friendship for bereaved parents and their families by those similarly bereaved.
Consumer Credit Counselling ServiceYou can e-mail this person through website
Free confidential advice and support for those with debt problems.
Consumer DirectYou can e-mail this person through website
Government funded telephone and online information and advice.
Consumer FocusYou can e-mail this person through website
Works to represent consumer interests. Information and many links provided.
Consumer FocusYou can e-mail this person contact@consumerfocus.org.uk
Consumer Focus is the new statutory organisation campaigning for a fair deal for consumers in England, Wales, Scotland, and, for postal services, Northern Ireland. The voice of the consumer, working to secure a fair deal on their behalf.
Contact a FamilyYou can e-mail this person info@cafamily.org.uk
UK-wide charity provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability.
Contact the ElderlyYou can e-mail this person val@contact-the-elderly.org
Voluntary service offering friendship and a monthly outing to lonely, elderly people.
Council for Disabled ChildrenYou can e-mail this person cdc@ncb.org.uk
Produces guidance on issues affecting the lives of disabled children and children with special educational needs.
Credit ActionYou can e-mail this person office@creditaction.org.uk
National money education charity helping people manage their money better.
Crossline ScotlandYou can e-mail this person chris@crosslinescotland.org
Emergency helpline and counselling service available in Scotland. Website provides links to other helpful agencies.
CrossReachYou can e-mail this person info@crossreach.org.uk
Social care and support service by the Church of Scotland. Available to all people in Scotland.
Crossroads Caring ScotlandYou can e-mail this person through website
An attendant service which aims to give carers a break from caring.
Cruse Bereavement CareYou can e-mail this person helpline@crusebereavementcare.org.uk
Offers free information and advice, support and counselling to anyone who has been affected by a death.
Cue and Review Recording ServiceYou can e-mail this person information@cueandreview.org.uk
Scottish registered charity that transcribes print magazines and newspapers into audio formats for the benefit of visually-and-reading-impaired people. Provide titles for everyone, but especially for young people.
Cyber Hymnal - The
If you are planning on having hymns at a funeral this website has the words and music to hymns to help you make your choice.
Cystic Fibrosis TrustYou can e-mail this person mmoore@cftrust.org.uk
Branches and groups throughout the UK to provide support and advice for those affected by CF, and their carers.
Daycare TrustYou can e-mail this person info@daycaretrust.org.uk
Provides a range of information including factsheets, booklets, and guides including one for parents of disabled children. Access to paying for childcare website.
Deaf ActionYou can e-mail this person admin@escotdeafsoc.demon.co.uk
Support, counselling and advice to deaf and hard of hearing.
Dementia Gateway
Resource developed for people who work in nursing, residential or domiciliary settings but useful for anyone who comes into contact with a person with dementia. Offers practical tips, tools and activities
Dementia Helpline ScotlandYou can e-mail this person alzheimer@alzscot.org
The 24hr Dementia Helpline, is a Scottish service for people with dementia, carers, relatives and anyone concerned.
Dementia UKYou can e-mail this person info@dementiauk.org
Dementia UK is a national charity, committed to improving quality of life for all people affected by dementia. The charity has four core areas including: Admiral Nurses who provide practical and emotional support to family carers of people with dementia.Uniting Carers a national network of carers, former carers, family and friends of people affected by dementia.
Depression AllianceYou can e-mail this person information@depressionalliance.org
Provides information and advice about all types of depression. Helpline available - also has a Young Person's Guide.
Diabetes UK (formerly British Diabetic Association)You can e-mail this person info@diabetes.org.uk
Information and support for diabetics.
DirectgovYou can e-mail this person through website
UK government website providing information and online services for the public.
Disability West Lothian Information ServiceYou can e-mail this person enquiries@dwl.demon.co.uk/
For all those in West Lothian with disabilities, their families and carers.
Disability West Lothian TransportYou can e-mail this person enquiries@dwl.demon.co.uk/
Community transport for the disabled in specially adapted minibuses.
Disabled Living Foundation (DLF)You can e-mail this person info@dlf.org.uk
Provides advice, information and training on daily living aids. Includes: helpline; general advice about things to consider when buying equipment; services for parents and carers of disabled children; Living made easy and Supplier Directory.
Domestic Abuse
Information and advice for people experiencing domestic abuse in Scotland.
Domestic Abuse - West Lothian Council
Help for those suffering domestic abuse.
Donaldson'sYou can e-mail this person info@donaldsons.org.uk
Scotland's national residential and day school providing educationa nd care for pupils aged 2 to 19 who are deaf or have severe speech and language difficulties.
Dove Christian CounsellingYou can e-mail this person info@dove.uk.net
Provideds non-judgmental counselling. For more information e-mail us at the Help Centre.
Down's Syndrome ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@dsscotland.org.uk
Membership organisation, which works to improve the quality of life for everyone with Down's syndrome in Scotland.
E.C.A.S. Equality Choice Action SupportYou can e-mail this person through website
Dedicated to giving friendly and practical help to physically disabled people including everything from running classes through to providing individual grants for holidays and equipment and supporting initiatives to bring greater freedom to physically disabled people.
EARS Advocacy Service to Older PeopleYou can e-mail this person info@ears-advocacy.org.uk
Free, Confidential, Independent and Professional Advocacy Service for Older People throughtout Edinburgh and the Lothians.
ENABLEYou can e-mail this person enable@enable.org.uk
Society for the Mentally Handicapped.
EnquireYou can e-mail this person info@enquire.org.uk
The Scottish Advice Service for additional support for learning / special educational needs.
Environmental issues - West Lothian Council
Matters concerning: atmospheric pollution, enquiries about unauthorised development, dangerous buildings, dog warden service, Linlithgow Loch, noise, pest control service. For information about environmental issues and organisations access West Lothian Council's website and look under E within the A - Z services section.
Epilepsy West LothianYou can e-mail this person enquiries@epilepsywestlothian.co.uk
Fieldworkers, Supported Day & Community Activities, Youth Group, Support Group, Information.
Equality and Human Rights CommissionYou can e-mail this person info@equalityhumanrights.com
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.
Equality and Human Rights in ScotlandYou can e-mail this person scotland@equalityhumanrights.com
Advice and guidance to individuals, businesses and voluntary and public sectors. Aims to be an authoritativevoice of reform.
Erb's Palsy GroupYou can e-mail this person through website
Offers advice and information on the injury Erb's Palsy / Obstetrical Brachial Plexus Paralysis.
European Parliament Information
Website provides an overview of the parliament and the work it does, members and links to issues.
Every eight hours
Provides information about spina cord injury, case studies, video testimonies and an online quiz.
Falkirk Council Homeless Persons UnitYou can e-mail this person info@helpcentre.org.uk
Advice for all in temporary furnished accommodation for those in priority need. For more information e-mail us at the Help Centre.
Falkirk Pregnancy Crisis Centre
Confidential helpline and counselling service, miscarriage support, information about abortion and alternatives, post abortion counselling. See CARE Centres Network for contact details and information.
Families Need FathersYou can e-mail this person fnf@fnf.org.uk
Concerned with the problems of maintaining a child's relationship with both parents during a breakdown.
Family FundYou can e-mail this person info@familyfund.org.uk
Independent grant-giving organisation helping low-income families caring for a severely disabled child.
Family Law AssociationYou can e-mail this person enquiries@fla-scotland.co.uk
To provide a point of reference for the public and for other organisations on family law issues.
Fatherhood InstituteYou can e-mail this person mail@fatherhoodinstitute.org
The UK's fatherhood think tank. Wide range of information about / for fathers on issues such as maternity, employment, education, and government policy etc.
Fibromylagia Association UKYou can e-mail this person fmauk@hotmail.com
Offers information on techniques to ease symptoms, a benefits helpline and a list of local support groups.
FRANKYou can e-mail this person frank@talktofrank.com
Drugs information and advice. Parents, carers and friends worried about someone can call.
Freecycle NetworkYou can e-mail this person info@freecycle.org
Individual local groups form network across UK and elsewhere to give away (and get) things for free to save it going into a landfill sites, reduce waste and save resources.
Friends of the EarthYou can e-mail this person through website
Campaigns for solutions to environmental problems and provides helpful information and daily tips.
Funder FinderYou can e-mail this person through website
Develops and distributes software to help individuals and not-for-profit organisations in the UK to identify charitable trusts that might give them money. Website has link to list of Trusts.
Gamblers Anonymous
Support meetings
GamCareYou can e-mail this person info@gamcare.org.uk
For those with gambling problems. Helpline, advice, counselling, and education, plus service for young people.
General Social Care Council (GSCC)You can e-mail this person through website
General Social Care Council (GSCC) is the regulator of the social work profession and social work education in England. They protect the public by requiring high standards of education, conduct and practice of all social workers.
Get ConnectedYou can e-mail this person help@getconnected.org.uk
Helpline for young people, especially those who have run away (or are thinking of running away).
Grass and hedge cutting for the elderly (WLC)
Service provided by West Lothian Council for West Lothian residents. For information about this service access West Lothian Council's website and look under G within the A - Z services section.
Guide Dogs for the Blind AssociationYou can e-mail this person guidedogs@guidedogs.org.uk
Work to deliver mobility and access services that meet the needs and aspirations of blind and partially-sighted people in the United Kingdom.
Handicabs
Handicabs is a charitable company that was set up in 1982 to provide accessible transport for people in Edinburgh and the Lothians. The Company provides two services:Dial-A-Ride and Dial-A-Bus
Health Enquiry Website
Useful information online.
Health Information NHSYou can e-mail this person enquiries@healthinformation.uk.net
Provides advice to patients about medicines being dispensed.
Healthtalkonline.org/You can e-mail this person info@healthtalkonline.org
Database of personal and patient experiences - watch or listen to videos of the interviews, read about people's experiences and find information about health conditions, treatment choices and support. A-Z of conditions listed.
Hearing Dogs for the DeafYou can e-mail this person hearing@hearing-dogs.co.uk
Train dogs to alert deaf people to specific sounds in home, workplace or public buildings.
Home Safety Service for the Elderly (and Frail)
West Lothian Service helping people to live as independently as possible and feel safe. Equipment installed. For information about this service access West Lothian Council's website and look under H within the A - Z services section.
Home-StartYou can e-mail this person info@home-start.org.uk
Voluntary befrienders offer support, friendship, and practical help to families at home with children under five. homestartwl@lineone.net West Lothian specific email
HOPE - Bo'ness Substances Abuse ProjectYou can e-mail this person info@helpcentre.org.uk
Provides support for anyone living with a drug problem and those connected with that person. For more information e-mail us at the Help Centre.
If I Should Die.co.ukYou can e-mail this person ifishoulddieweb@ifishoulddieweb@yahoo.co.uk
Provides practical information about death including coping with the death of a loved one, thinking about making a will or just needing some comforting words to help write a letter to a bereaved friend or family member.
In Kind DirectYou can e-mail this person info@inkinddirect.org
Charity distributes new goods donated by manufacturers and retailers to voluntary organisations.
Inclusion ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@inclusionscotland.org
Enables communication and consultation between disabled people in Scotland and policy makers.
Independent AgeYou can e-mail this person charity@independentage.org
Provides information, advice and support for older people across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Independent Special Education AdviceYou can e-mail this person webmanager@ipsea.org.uk
Advice on Local Education Authorities' legal duties to assess and provide for children with special educational needs.
Intowork West LothianYou can e-mail this person iwwl@intowork.org.uk
Free support and advice for people with disabilities seeking employment in West Lothian.
kindredYou can e-mail this person snip@btinternet.com
Supporting families of children and young people with additional needs.
Legal Aid Board. The ScottishYou can e-mail this person general@slab.org.uk
Advice on how to go about getting Legal Aid.
Legal Services Agency (L.S.A)You can e-mail this person lsa@btconnect.com
LSA aims to assist those disadvantaged by poverty, exclusion, disability, ethnicity or social isolation etc. who suffer injustice.
Libertas Christian Counselling
The service is run in Linlithgow- telephone 01506 202514 for details
Lifeline Project
Information on on matters relating to drug misuse.
Linlithgow LinkYou can e-mail this person co-ordinator@linlithgowlink.org.uk
Volunteers supply car service to hospitals, befriend housebound people and young mothers, provide social activities for the frail elderly.
Linlithgow Young Peoples Project (LYPP)You can e-mail this person mail@lypp.org.uk
LYPP supports the young people of Linlithgow through the Power Station Youth Club, Outdoor Activities Club, Streetwork, Schools Work, Music/Art workshops, Girls Group and special events.
LivewireYou can e-mail this person Shell-livewire@pne.org
Help with starting a business for 16 - 30 year olds.
Living made easy
Advice and information website about daily living equipment and other aspects of independent living developed by the Disabled Living Foundation (DLF) http://www.dlf.org.uk
Look OK Feel CrapYou can e-mail this person ask@lookokfeelcrap.org
Young persons website run by Depression Alliance Scotland to support, encourage and give information.
Lothian Centre for Inclusive LivingYou can e-mail this person emerandcaroline@lothiancil.org.uk
A confidential peer counselling service provided by disabled people for disabled people.
Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG)You can e-mail this person through website
Help and information for those least able in the community to afford to pay for advice and understanding of the systems of taxation and related benefits.
M.E. AssociationYou can e-mail this person meconnect@meassociation.org.uk
The M.E. Association offers help and support for adults in the UK who are affected by ME.
Macmillan Cancer Support
Information and emotional support for people living with cancer.
Mail Preference ServiceYou can e-mail this person mps@dma.org.uk
Free Service which enables consumers to have their names and home addresses in the UK removed from or added to lists used by the direct mailing industry.
Manic Depression Fellowship (Scotland)You can e-mail this person office@mdf-aberdeen.com
Information and advice for people with Manic Depression, their carers and relatives. Referrals to specialist services, information about the illness, treatments, related services, and where to get support.
Marie Curie Cancer CareYou can e-mail this person through website
Provide care to terminally ill patients at home, in the community and in hospices along with support for their families.
MDF the BiPolar OrganisationYou can e-mail this person mdf@mdf.org.uk
Aims to enable people affected by pibolar disorder to take control of their lives - self help groups, helpline (0808 8021983), information and other services.
Mediawatch-ukYou can e-mail this person info@mediawatchuk.org
Campaigns for better broadcasting.
Mellow ParentingYou can e-mail this person info@mellowparenting.org
Offers programmes for parents to be, mothers with babies under one, and parents with children under five, helps mums and dads who have additional health and social care needs to be the best parents they can be to their child / children.
Men Get Eating Disorders TooYou can e-mail this person through website
Information and advice about male eating disorders, definitions, signs and symptoms, treatments, getting support including support groups.
MindYou can e-mail this person info@mind.org.uk
Provides information and advice to help people take control of their mental health. Campaigns to promote and protect good mental health for everyone.
Missing PeopleYou can e-mail this person info@missingpeople.org.uk
Provide specialised support and help search for missing loved ones.
MND ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@mndscotland.org.uk
MND Scotland exists to help all those affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND) within Scotland; those living with the disease, their families, carers and those health and social care professionals who contribute to the care of people with MND.
Money Advice Scotland (MAS)You can e-mail this person info@moneyadvicescotland.org.uk
Provides facility to find a local, free money advice agency, debt advice, advice on consumer issues and mortage advice.
Money Advice ServiceYou can e-mail this person enquiries@moneyadviceservice.org.uk
Provides free personalised advice to help everyone make the most of their money, take the right financial decisions and act on them.
Money ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@moneyadvicescotland.org.uk
Home of the Debt Arrangement Scheme (DAS) and provides general information and advice about debt.
MoodjuiceYou can e-mail this person Email through website
Developed by Choose Life Falkirk and the Adult Clinical Psychology Service, NHS Forth Valley. The site is designed to offer information, advice to those experiencing troublesome thoughts, feelings and actions.
Multiple Sclerosis SocietyYou can e-mail this person webinfoenquiries@mssociety.org.uk
Provides information and support for people affected by multiple sclerosis.
Narcotics AnonymousYou can e-mail this person ukso@ukna.org
Non - profit fellowship for those with a major drug problem. Recovering addicts meet regularly to help each other stay clean.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACOA)You can e-mail this person helpline@nacoa.org.uk
Offers information, advice and support to children of alcoholics.
National Association for Premenstrual SyndromeYou can e-mail this person contact@pms.org.uk
Provides help, information and support to PMS sufferers, also to partners of sufferers.
National Association of Gifted ChildrenYou can e-mail this person amazingchildren@ nagcbritain.org.uk
Aims to bring together parents, teachers interested in provision. Social and emotional development. Counselling.
National Autistic SocietyYou can e-mail this person scotland@nas.org.uk
Information, diagnosis and assessment, early intervention, NAS schools, support groups.
National Child Protection HelplineYou can e-mail this person help@nspcc.org.uk
Provides information specialising in child protection and the prevention of cruelty to children.
National Childbirth Trust (NCT)You can e-mail this person through website
Offers information and support in pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood. Ante natal classes, breast feeding, counselling, support network.
National Drugs HelplineYou can e-mail this person through website
The National Drugs Helpline gives information and advice to anyone in the UK concerned about drugs.
National Federation of ShopmobilityYou can e-mail this person Info@shopmobilityuk.org
Directory of Shopmobility schemes across the UK.
National Minimum Wage
Information about the national minimum wag. Pay and Work Rights Helpline.
National Osteoporosis SocietyYou can e-mail this person info@nos.org.uk
Provides osteoporosis information and support.
National Self Harm Network NSHNYou can e-mail this person nshncg@hotmail.co.uk
Supports survivors and people who self harm and the people it affects e.g. family and friends. Provides information, contacts and raises awareness of needs.
National Talking Newspaper & Magazine ServiceYou can e-mail this person info@tnauk.org.uk
Provides national newspapers, magazines on audio tape, disk, e-mail, internet download and CD ROM for visually impaired and disabled people who find reading a strain. Subscription from £30 p.a.
Neighbourhood WatchYou can e-mail this person info@neighbourhoodwatch.net
Crime prevention schemes. See Library List
Neighbours from Hell in Britain
Online helpful information. Useful resources to deal with anti-social nuciance neighbours. Also helpful is the BBC website How to deal with nuisance neighbours
NetmumsYou can e-mail this person contactus@netmums.com
Netmums is a unique local network for mums (and dads) with a wealth of information and advice on being a mum or dad in your home town.
New Deal for Lone Parents
Voluntary programme specifically designed to help lone parents into work.
NHS 24
nhs24.com provides health information and self care advice for people in Scotland.
NHS Choices
Run by the National Health Service to meet health information needs of the general public in England.
NHS Direct
NHS Direct operates a 24-hour nurse advice and health information service.
NHS England Help with Health Costs - NHS Choices
Information on Prescriptions, Dental treatment, Sight tests, Glasses, Travel to Hospital, wigs and fabric supports etc in England.
NHS informYou can e-mail this person nhs.inform@nhs24.scot.nhs.uk
New national health information service providing a co-ordinated approach and a single source of quality assured health information for the public in Scotland
NHS Prescription Services
Can provide information on help with health costs.Previously known as the Prescription Pricing Division
Noise Complaints - West Lothian CouncilYou can e-mail this person environmentalhealth@westlothian.gov.uk
West Lothian Council service that will investigate reports of noise nuisance problems.
Notre Dame Centre - Adolescent UnitYou can e-mail this person notredamecentre@tesco.net
For emotionally disturbed young people together with support and guidance for their families. For more information e-mail them or us at the Help Centre.
Notre Dame Centre - Child Guidance ClinicYou can e-mail this person notredamecentre@tesco.net
For emotionally disturbed children with support and guidance for their families. For more information e-mail them or us at the Help Centre.
NSPCCYou can e-mail this person help@nspcc.org.uk
Helpline available for anyone who is concerned about a child or is a child themselves.
Number 6You can e-mail this person oss@autisminitiatives.org
One-stop shop for adults in Lothian who have Asperger Syndrome or High Functioning Autism to assist them develop social skills, obtain employment or enter fulltime education.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ActionYou can e-mail this person support@ocdaction.org.uk
Provides information and support, promoting recovery from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and the related disorders of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Compulsive Skin Picking (CSP), Trichotillomania (TTM) and Children and Young People with OCD.
Obsessive Eaters AnonymousYou can e-mail this person oea.scotland@zoom.co.uk
A fellowship focused on people recovering from an obsession with weight or eating (over 16 year olds only).
Office of Fair TradingYou can e-mail this person enquiries@oft.gov.uk
Consumer information and protector. Endeavours to ensure businesses compete and operate fairly.
One Parent Families ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@opfs.org.uk
An independent organisation which works to achieve equality for lone parents and their children. Provides information, Counselling, Publications, and Training. Details of support groups.
OpenBritain
Offers information on accessible tourism and leisure venues in the UK.
Overeaters AnonymousYou can e-mail this person oagbnsb@hotmail.com
Organisation offers help to people with overeating problems. Helpline available.
Pain Association ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@painassociation.com
Support Groups, which help with pain management. Interim support for those awaiting attendance at Pain relief clinics.
Parentline Scotland
ParentLine Scotland (0808 800 2222) - a free confidential helpline operated by Children First for anyone caring for a child in Scotland.
Parkinson's Disease SocietyYou can e-mail this person enquiries@parkinsons.org.uk
Detailed information sent on request. Membership an option. Helpline and support groups across the UK.
Partners in AdvocacyYou can e-mail this person admin@ partnersinadvocacy.org.uk
Arranges volunteer 'advocates' to help speak for and befriend people with learning difficulties and those with communication problems. Has representation in West Lothian. For more information e-mail them or us at the Help Centre.
Patient Information CentreYou can e-mail this person patientinfo@luht.nhs.uk
New centre at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh providing information on health and social care for patients, relatives, carers, the public and staff. Open Monday to Friday: 9 to 5 Tel: 0131 242 7660
Patients AssociationYou can e-mail this person helpline@patients-association.com
Independent charity which provides advice, the latest health news, signposting to further information and general advice. Also has a range of booklets and guides for patients.
Penumbra
Provides support across Scotland for adults and young people towards mental wellbeing.
Pest Control - West Lothian CouncilYou can e-mail this person pestcontrol@westlothian.gov.uk
West Lothian Council's pest control service destroys rats, mice, wasps, bees, insects etc. which endanger public health. For information about pest control service access West Lothian Council's website and look under P within the A - Z services section.
Pet Fostering Service ScotlandYou can e-mail this person pfss2003@aol.com
Charity arranges short-term foster homes for pets whose owners need to go into hospital.
Phone Book - The
BT online telephone directory which enables the search for business and individuals' home phone numbers, addresses and locations.
Piggy's Bankruptcy SiteYou can e-mail this person through website
Dealing with debt. Advice upon options available when facing inability to meet financial obligations.
Pregnancy Crisis Centres
Centres across Scotland provide confidential helpline and counselling service, miscarriage support, information about abortion and alternatives, post abortion counselling. See CARE Centres Network for contact details and information.
Princess Royal Trust for CarersYou can e-mail this person infoscotland@carers.org
The Trust exists to make it easier for carers to cope by providing information, support and practical help to carers. Alternate e-mail info@carers.org
Rail Travel Help for Disabled and Elderly Frail PassengersYou can e-mail this person info@passengerfocus.org.uk
Assistance includes being met, helped with the transfer to another train and ramps for wheel chair users.
Rape Crisis ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@rapecrisisscotland.org.uk
Centres offer free confidential support and information.
Reading SightYou can e-mail this person info@readingsight.org.uk
Helping people with sight loss get access to reading and reading services
Reality Adventure Works in Scotland Ltd.You can e-mail this person new.info@rawscotland.org.uk
Interdenominational Christian organisation which aims to work with and support young people aged 9 to 16 who are emotionally, behaviourally or socially disadvantaged. Supporting and helping the development of life-skills through Adventure Breaks, which can be week long residential breaks, or shorter day camps.
Refuge National Crisis Line 24hour
Offers a range of services which increases women’s choices and gives them access to professional support whatever their situation. 24-hour National Domestic Violence Freephone Helpline 0808 2000 247
Relationships ScotlandYou can e-mail this person www.relationships-scotland.org.uk/about_what.shtml
Offers relationship counselling, family mediation, child contact centres and other forms of family support across Scotland. Supports local services to provide a wide range of services for families experiencing transition, separation and conflict.
RicabilityYou can e-mail this person mail@ricability.org.uk
An independent consumer research charity providing free, practical and unbiased reports for older and disabled people.
Richmond's HopeYou can e-mail this person help@richmondshope.org.uk
Advice on website for bereaved children and young people. Project and drop in centre in Edinburgh.
Riding for the DisabledYou can e-mail this person through website
Provides disabled people with the opportunity to ride and/or to carriage-drive to benefit their health and well being.
Royal College of PsychiatristsYou can e-mail this person rcpsych@rcpsych.ac.uk
Provides information on mental conditions and illness e.g. Help is at Hand leaflets.
Royal National Institute for the BlindYou can e-mail this person helpline@rnib.org.uk
Provides practical advice, support, products, leisure activities and information for blind and partially sighted people.
Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents (ROSPA)You can e-mail this person help@rospa.com
Provides information, advice, resources and training in the promotion of safety in all areas of life.
SACRO (Safeguarding Communities and Reducing Offending)You can e-mail this person info@sacro.org.uk
Criminal Justice service, which helps offenders and their families. Aims to influence criminal justice and social policy.
Samaritans - TheYou can e-mail this person jo@samaritans.org
Helpline for those in crisis.
SANDS Stillbirth and Neonatal Death SocietyYou can e-mail this person support@uk-sands.org
Supporting anyone affexted by the death of a baby and promoting research to reduce the loss of babies' lives.
SanelineYou can e-mail this person dascotland@hotmail.com
A mental health helpline providing information and emotional support to anyone worried about their own or another's health.
Scottish Adoption AssociationYou can e-mail this person info@scottishadoption.org
Offers information counselling and support to anyone who has adopted, has been adopted or is interested in adoption.
Scottish Association for Mental HealthYou can e-mail this person info@samh.org.uk
Provides help, information and support plus campaigns on behalf of people with mental health problems
Scottish AutismYou can e-mail this person Email through website
Helps those diagnosed with autism to lead full and enriched lives and become valuable members of the community they live in. Foremer name Scottish Society for Autism.
Scottish Blind Golf SocietyYou can e-mail this person webmaster@scottishblindgolf.com
Provides training in golf for blind and visually impaired people.
Scottish Child Law CentreYou can e-mail this person enquiries@sclc.org.uk
Provides free telephone advice service on all aspects of Scots Law realting to children and young people.
Scottish Childminding AssociationYou can e-mail this person information@childminding.org
Promoting childminding as a quality child care service.
Scottish Churches Housing AgencyYou can e-mail this person through website
Helping people who are homeless.
Scottish Council for Single Homeless
Promotes best opportunities for homeless people and those at risk of homelessness in Scotland.
Scottish Council for Voluntary OrganisationsYou can e-mail this person enquiries@scvo.org.uk
Umbrella body for voluntary organisations in Scotland.
Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)You can e-mail this person admin@sepa.org.uk
Concerned with Waste Regulation / Air Pollution matters.
Scottish Law Online
Independent website for all who are interested in Scots Law.
Scottish Marriage CareYou can e-mail this person Info@ScottishMarriageCare.org
Voluntary organisation offering relationship counselling. Have local centres throughout Scotland.
Scottish Out of School Care NetworkYou can e-mail this person info@soscn.org
Information on school care clubs throughout Scotland and how to start one.
Scottish ParliamentYou can e-mail this person sp.info@scottish.parliament.uk
Information about the Scottish Parliament, Members, debates etc.
Scottish Parliament MembersYou can e-mail this person sp.info@scottish.parliament.uk
Information about Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) obtainable from the Scottish Parliament website www.scottish.parliament.uk/home.htm.
Scottish Preschool Play AssociationYou can e-mail this person info@sppa.org.uk
Information on playgroups parent and toddler and under 5's groups in Scotland.
Scottish Public Services OmbudsmanYou can e-mail this person ask@spso.org.uk
Looks at complaints about the delivery of public services in Scotland.
Scottish Rights of Way and Access SocietyYou can e-mail this person info@scotways.com
Works to safeguard the status of Scotland's rights of way and other paths.
Scottish Social Services CouncilYou can e-mail this person enquiries@sssc.uk.com
Scottish Social Services Council is responsible for registering people who work in social services and regulating their education and training. Website has a searchable register and copy of Codes of Practice for Social Service Workers
Scottish Spina Bifida AssociationYou can e-mail this person mail@ssba.org.uk
Seeks to secure provision for their special needs and those of their families. Family support service. Respite care.
Scottish Women’s AidYou can e-mail this person contact@scottishwomensaid.org.uk
Local Women’s Aid groups which provide specialist services to women, children and young people. These include safe refuge accommodation, information and support.
Screenreader.net CICYou can e-mail this person through website
A not for profit company delivering free talking screenreader computer software to blind people anywhere in the world for their personal use at home.
Scripture UnionYou can e-mail this person info@suscotland.org.uk
Christian Education, Books, Resources, Holidays, Events.
SeeAbilityYou can e-mail this person Email through website
Specialist charity supporting adults who have multiple disabilities, including physical, mental, visual-impairment or life-limiting conditions.
Self-Harm:Recovery, Advice and SupportYou can e-mail this person through website
Provides help and support for anyone who is worried about self-harm, doesn't understand why it is happening to them or someone else.
Sense Scotland (HEBS)You can e-mail this person info@sensescotland.org.uk
Help for people who are deaf-blind or who have sensory impairment in communicating.
Serene (including the Cry-sis Helpline)You can e-mail this person info@ cry-sis.com
Emotional support and practical advice to parents dealing with excessive crying, demanding behaviour and sleep problems.
Shakti Women's AidYou can e-mail this person info@shaktiedinburgh.co.uk
Organisation based in Edinburgh which offers support, advocacy and information to all black / minority ethnic women, children and young people experiencing and/or fleeing domestic abuse
Shelter England
Shelter is a charity that works to alleviate the distress caused by homelessness and bad housing.
Shelter Scotland
Shelter is a charity that works to alleviate the distress caused by homelessness and bad housing. Provides housing advice on: homelessness; finding a place to live; renting rights; eviction and repossession; repairs and bad conditions; families and neighbours.
ShelterlineYou can e-mail this person info@shelter.org.uk
Helpline run by Shelter.
SignpostYou can e-mail this person enquiries@signpost-online.co.uk
Advice and information on what's available for children with special needs in West Lothian.
Smokers QuitlineYou can e-mail this person info@quit.org.uk
Provides practical help, advice and support by trained counsellors to all smokers who want to stop.
Smoking Cessation ClinicYou can e-mail this person info@helpcentre.org.uk
A clinic at St John's Hospital, West Lothian which can be contacted by anyone concerned about their own or someone else's smoking. Group or individual support available. For more information e-mail us at the Help Centre.
Soldiers Sailors Airmen and Families AssociationYou can e-mail this person info@ssafa.org.uk
Helps serving and ex-service men, women (Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen) and their families.
Stepfamily ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@stepfamilyscotland.org.uk
Provides support and information for all members of stepfamilies and those who work with them.
Stop The Drop
Provides information about ways to reduce unwanted mail.
Strathcarron HospiceYou can e-mail this person enquiries@strathcarronhospice.org
Provides palliative care, free, to those with an active, progressive illness. Telephone advice also given.
Support in Mind ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@supportinmindscotland.org.uk
Information, advice and support for those affected people affected by serious mental illness. This includes those who are family members, carers and supporters. Support in Mind Scotland - new operational name for National Schizophrenia Fellowship (Scotland)
Sure Start Children's CentresYou can e-mail this person info@dcsf.gsi.gov.uk
Sure Start covers a wide range of programmes, both universal and those targeted on particular local areas or disadvantaged groups within England. Responsibility for early education and childcare issues lies with the devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Sure Start in West LothianYou can e-mail this person surestart@westlothian.gov.uk
Supporting Parents and Carers to make a positive start in young childrens’ lives from birth to age 3. Groups, drop-in sessions and one to one support, also including pre and post natal help.
Talking PointYou can e-mail this person info@ican.org.uk
Helping children's communication. Supporting home and school. Suggests activities and supplies resources and factsheets.
Telephone Preference ServiceYou can e-mail this person tps@dma.org.uk
Free Service which enables your telephone number to be added to the TPS list, so licensed companies involved in telephoning selling will know you do not wish to be contacted.
ThinkuknowYou can e-mail this person through website
Information for children, parents/teachers on the new technology of the internet, websites and mobiles and safe usage. Run by the Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Centre.
TOP Tax Help for Older PeopleYou can e-mail this person through website
Charitable project in which tax professionals may give free advice to people over 60 who have a low annual income. Part of the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) project.
UCanDoITYou can e-mail this person enquiries@ucandoit.org.uk
Teaches blind, deaf and disabled people how to use computers, with a particular focus on Internet and email skills.
Unique - Rare Chromosome Disorder Supporter GroupYou can e-mail this person info@rarechromo.org
Source of information and support to families and individuals affected by any rare chromosome disorder and to the professionals who work with them.
United Christian Broadcasting (UCB) PrayerlineYou can e-mail this person prayerline@ucb.co.uk
Telephone and email contact that will pray with you / for you to bring God into the equation of your life.
UPDATE Disability Information ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@update.org.uk
Provides general disability information to organisations and members of the public both on its web site and via its helpline.
Victim Support ScotlandYou can e-mail this person info@victimsupportsco.org.uk
Helping people affected by crime with any aspect of crime; listening, information, practical assistance.
Visual Impairment ScotlandYou can e-mail this person viscotland@ed.ac.uk
National organisation of people who work together in the area of visual impairment helping visually impaired children and their parents.
VOCAL - the Voice of Carers Across LothianYou can e-mail this person centre@vocal.org.uk
Support people who provide unpaid care to family, partners or friends in need of help because they are ill, frail or have a disability.
W.R.V.S.(Womens Royal Voluntary Service)You can e-mail this person enquiries@wrvs.org.uk
Helps people, through a range of services, in their homes and in their communities; emphasis on older people.
Waverley CareYou can e-mail this person info@waverleycare.org
Offers services providing practical and emotional support to people living with HIV in Scotland. Support, respite, information, befriending, day care, childcare.
wellscotland.infoYou can e-mail this person well@scotland.gsi.gov.uk
Aims to raise awareness and understanding of mental health issues. Website has section on how to improve your mental health with top tips, personal stories, news, events and self help.
West Lothian Advice ShopYou can e-mail this person Advice.shop@westlothian.gov.uk
Advice shop deals with any enquiry but particularly in the following areas: Benefits, Money Advice, Energy Advice, Employment Rights, Housing. For info. about this service access West Lothian Council's website and look under A within the A - Z services.
West Lothian Community Equipment StoreYou can e-mail this person ces@westlothian.gov.uk
A number of adaptations and aids are available for people in West Lothian who are disabled or require extra help around their homes.
West Lothian Council Homeless Team
Gives assistance in the case of homelessness. Out of hours emergencies. Also hostel for up to 21 years old. For information about homelessness services within West Lothian access West Lothian Council's website and look under H within the A - Z services.
West Lothian Council Information Services
Information officers help callers with queries regarding West Lothian Council.
West Lothian Council Social Care and Health
Working in partnership with other agencies, and through the use of innovative technology, the council aims to reduce inequalities and promote the health and wellbeing of all its citizens.
West Lothian Council: Complaints about
Information on how to make a complaint about a West Lothian Council service. For information about this service access West Lothian Council's website and look under C within the A - Z services section.
West Lothian Councillors
Elected representatives of wards in West Lothian. For information about councillors access West Lothian Council's website and look under C within the A - Z services section.
West Lothian Disabled RamblersYou can e-mail this person wldr@btconnect.com
Organising and running ramblers to allow disabled people access to the countryside. For people with all types of disability and age range.For more information e-mail us at the Help Centre or access West Lothian Council's website
West Lothian Drug and Alcohol ServiceYou can e-mail this person enquiries@wldas.org
Information, advice, and counselling on a confidential basis to anyone affected by drug or alcohol misuse. For more information e-mail the West Lothian Drug & Alcohol Service or access the West Lothian Drug Action teams website
West Lothian Family Support GroupYou can e-mail this person info@helpcentre.org.uk
For those worried about a family member or friend misusing alcohol and/or drugs. Counselling and young person’s helpline available. E-mail us at the Help Centre or access the West Lothian Drug Action website
West Lothian Taxicard
Makes taxis cheaper to use for anyone with a permanent or severe disability.
West Lothian University of the Third Age
The 'University of the Third Age (U3A) is a worldwide educational movement for retired people who wish to pursue wider and educational interests.For information access West Lothian Council's webste.
Westminster Parliament
Information about UK parliament, MPs etc. Different email addresses for different enquiries - see website
Winston's WishYou can e-mail this person info@winstonswish.org.uk
UK wide service offering support, information and guidance to those caring for a child who has been bereaved. Online interactive website for young people.
Working Families Tax CreditYou can e-mail this person helpdesk@ir-efile.gov.uk
HM Revenue & Customs operates a helpline to find out whether you qualify for Tax Credit for children.
Young Carers BranchYou can e-mail this person office@carers-westlothian.com
Organisation for young carers and their needs - part of Carers of West Lothian.
Young ME Sufferers Trust - TheYou can e-mail this person through website
National UK service for children and young people with MS and their families.
Young MindsYou can e-mail this person enquiries@youngminds.org.uk
Promotes mental health of children and young people. Helpline for young people and parents.
Young ScotYou can e-mail this person infoline@youngscot.org
Information for 12 - 26 year old Scots.
Young Women's Christian AssociationYou can e-mail this person info@ywcascotland.org
Club for girls.
Youth Homeless Team - West LothianYou can e-mail this person info@helpcentre.org.uk
Also have information about Edinburgh Accommodation. For more information e-mail us at the Help Centre.
Youthinformation.com
Youthinformation.com is the National Youth Agency's online information toolkit for young people and all those working with them.
Zero ToleranceYou can e-mail this person info@zerotolerance.org.uk
Independent charity which campaigns for the prevention of male violence against women and children.

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