VCSE Alliance Directory

Search through the VCSE Alliance Directory to find VCSE organisations’ information and contact details.

Organisation name
Organisation description

Providing students, educators and researchers access to documentary media content as an independent museum and community comms consultancy.

Through the creative use of documentary media (e.g. documentary films, photography, audio, and new media) we co-curate exhibitions, events and immersive experiences that connect individuals with the world around them.

Address
LCB Depot, 31 Rutland Street, Leicester LE1 1RE
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07858558520
Public Email Address
Website address
www.docmediacentre.org
Specific community covered (if any)
African, Arab, BAME, Bangladeshi, Caribbean, Children and young people, Chinese, Elderly, Faith Groups, Gypsy/ Traveller, Indian, LGBTQ+, Men, Pakistani, Polish, Somali, South Asian, Sylheti, Women
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland, National/regional
Languages covered
Arabic, Bangladeshi, Bengali, Chinese, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Ukrainian
Specific workforce skills
Advocacy, Bid writing, Business intelligence/strategy, Communication, Conflict management, Creative thinking, Digital empowerment, Education, Equalities and human rights, Facilitation, Influencing, Learning & Development/training, Marketing, Mentoring, Networking, Planning, Project Management, Publishing, Service design/user research, Social media, Sustainability
Organisation description

24/7 Helping Hands Service is a small domiciliary care provider based in Leicester providing care to adults with dementia, autism, physical and mental disabilities and other health conditions. We provide personal care, medication assistance, meal preparation and much more, all in the comfort of our service users’ homes.

Address
52-54 Brabazon Road, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5HD
Phone number (for public/helpline)
0116 319 2242
Public Email Address
Website address
www.247helpinghands.co.uk
Specific community covered (if any)
Elderly
Other specialist areas
Home care service.
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire
Languages covered
English, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu
Specific workforce skills
Communication, Computer literacy, Customer service
Organisation name
Organisation description

Focus is a young people's charity that supports 13-25 year olds from Leicester. Our philosophy is simple: we believe that through volunteering and community activity, vulnerable young people can develop the skills, self-confidence and aspirations they need to lead fulfilling lives. Our asset-based approach inspires young people to believe in themselves, because we believe in them and the power they have to create change for themselves and in their communities.

Address
73 Church Gate, Leicester, LE1 3AN
Phone number (for public/helpline)
01162510369
Public Email Address
Website address
www.focus-charity.co.uk
Listing Category
Specific community covered (if any)
Children and young people
Area organisation covers
Leicester
Languages covered
English
Specific workforce skills
Bid writing, Coaching, Communication, Learning & Development/training, Mentoring, Project Management, Training
Organisation name
Organisation description

Sapcote Memory Hub is a not-for-profit organisation for people with mild to moderate dementia, or memory problems providing cognitive stimulation therapy, activities & social interaction, we also offer advice and support to the families of our group members.
Sessions aim to actively stimulate and engage people with dementia or memory problems, whilst providing an optimal learning environment and the social benefits of a group.

Address
Rugby House, Hinckley Road, Sapcote, Leicester, LE9 4FS
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07983 803896
Public Email Address
Specific community covered (if any)
Elderly
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland
Languages covered
English
Organisation name
Organisation description

Norton Housing and Support is a registered Charity and provider of social housing based in Leicester. It provides a range of services for those with mental health needs including accommodation with support, drop in sessions and floating support services. In addition, Norton Housing and Support also offers accommodation to vulnerable women (with or without children) who are at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness.

Address
107 Newport Street, Leicester, LE3 9FU
Phone number (for public/helpline)
01162538541
Website address
www.nortonhousingandsupport.org.uk
Listing Category
Other specific communities covered
Adults with mental health needs. Women at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness including women who have children or who are pregnant.
Area organisation covers
Leicester
Organisation name
Organisation description

At Pepper's - A Safe Place, there is no charge, no agenda and no pressure. Just an opportunity to meet a friendly face, take some time out to improve your mental health and wellbeing. We are open to all over 18’s. We offer multiple drop-in sessions a week at which, you can relax with a cup of tea or coffee, chat with others, share experiences or just take some time out. At our Melton and Oakham centers we offer a range of organised activities: cookery, arts and crafts classes, board games, gardening, Tai Chi, and mindfulness sessions.

Address
Pepper's- A Safe Place 2A High Street, Oakham, LE15 6AL and 53 King Street, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1XB United Kingdom
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07714503556
Public Email Address
Website address
https://www.peppersasafeplace.co.uk/
Listing Category
Other specialist areas
Wellbeing
Area organisation covers
Leicestershire, Rutland
Languages covered
English
Organisation name
Organisation description

The Arc exists to allow people to come together to help build a more cohesive and supportive community in the south-west area of Loughborough. We aim to:
• Increase access to support services for young people to improve their health and well being
• Increase residents’ sense of belonging and engagement in their local community, by providing regular social events, exercise classes, police and councillor drop-ins.
• Increase access to support services and activities for older people in their locality to reduce feelings of isolation

Address
The Arc
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07562467356
Website address
https://arc-hub.org/
Area organisation covers
Town/Village or Neighbourhood
Organisation description

At ZamZam Unlimited Possibilities CIC, we work cooperatively and creatively with young leaders, community groups , and organisations. We provide bespoke cultural workshops and life skills to help young leaders succeed outside the classroom, diminish stereotypes between communities, and strengthen community cohesion. The workshops provide life skills, knowledge, and cultural education to reduce harmful stereotypes across communities in a unique, innovative, and accessible manner.

Public Email Address
Website address
https://linktr.ee/zamzamunlimited
Specific community covered (if any)
African, Arab, BAME, Caribbean, Children and young people, Chinese, Indian, Somali, South Asian, Women
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland
Languages covered
English, Somali
Specific workforce skills
Advocacy, Bid writing, Coaching, Communication, Computer literacy, Conflict management, Creative thinking, Customer service, Digital empowerment, Education, Equalities and human rights, Facilitation, Health & Safety, Influencing, Learning & Development/training, Marketing, Mentoring, Negotiation and persuasion, Networking, Planning, Project Management, Social media, Training, Web design
Organisation name
Organisation description

The Rutland Foodbank is a registered charity in England & Wales Number 1158460. It is part of the wider Trussell Trust Network
Rutland Foodbank's Objective
.. the prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship of people living in Rutland and neighbouring districts by providing food and other items and services, information. Advice, education and supporting in such other ways as the trustees shall from time to time see fit (July 2014)

Address
36 Melton Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6AY
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07582 783363
Public Email Address
Website address
rutland.foodbank.org.uk
Listing Category
Specific community covered (if any)
Children and young people, Men, Women
Specialist areas covered
Area organisation covers
Rutland
Languages covered
English
Organisation name
Organisation description

St. Philip’s Centre brings people together, challenges assumptions and educates through exciting, informative and interactive programmes. We promote mutual interfaith relationships and understanding to communities and organisations. Since our foundation, we have led efforts to ensure religion and belief is harnessed for the good of all. Our programmes for schools are consistently overbooked and our track record in delivering high-quality training to communities, public sector organisations and across the third sector is second to none. We have educated and engaged thousands of people – from school children to the Police, Fire Services, Armed Forces and other workplaces.

Address
2a Stoughton Drive North, Leicester, LE5 5UB
Phone number (for public/helpline)
01162733459
Public Email Address
Website address
www.stphilipscentre.co.uk
Listing Category
Specific community covered (if any)
Children and young people, Faith Groups
Other specific communities covered
Religious and belief communities/ faith groups
Specialist areas covered
Other specialist areas
Training provision
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland, National/regional
Languages covered
Arabic, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Polish, Punjabi, Somali, Turkish, Urdu, Other
Specific workforce skills
Bid writing, Conflict management, Customer service, Education, Equalities and human rights, Facilitation, Influencing, Negotiation and persuasion, Networking, Training
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