VCSE Alliance Directory
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The Markfield Centre for the Study of Wellbeing falls under the Markfield Institute of Higher Education (registered charity, operating since 2000). The Markfield Centre for the Study of Wellbeing aims to showcase and disseminate grassroots expertise in relation to holistic health and wellbeing, particularly for minority communities. We do this through supporting and developing grassroots initiatives with academic and research expertise.
We are the Maternity and Neonatal Voice Partnership for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. There is an MNVP in every Trust area in England. Each is an independent voice for mothers, birthing partners and their families. We listen to their comments and experiences and use this information to help improve services in the area.
We provide free face to face debt advice looking at all debt solutions and deal with all budgeting issues, increasing client's financial capability skills. There is a huge link between mental and physical health problems and debt. We deal with the root issues of debt and money management. We also sell our money management courses to local employers to help employees become less stressed and sick due to debt and money issues. We have a variety of packages to suit all. We attend local primary and secondary schools to educate local young people on all money matters
Men Also Do Matter2 (MADM2) is a community group working with Black men through advocacy and support. We believe that happy families are the foundation for safer communities and a harmonious society – our entry point is supporting Black men in their life struggles which are seldom talked about. We advise and support men through life’s most difficult moments, including conciliation for couples facing relationship challenges and families facing disintegration. We provide formal and informal support, grounded in our understanding of the diverse cultural complexities at play, while creating pathways for referrals to other support Agencies.
MHM has a hugely positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.
It is our vision that everyone can access support for their mental health to live a meaningful life, in a society free from stigma. To make this vision a reality, our purpose is to provide innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities.
A patient support group for people with ME/CFS, serving people in Leicester City, Leicestershire and Rutland, with some from Derbyshire. All members and volunteers have or have had ME/CFS, or care for someone who has it, or have a diagnosis of fibromyalgia. We provide an informal helpline, social events (currently online) and regular updates on medical research and treatments. We endeavour to put local people with ME/CFS in touch with each other by phone or e-mail. We have an informal WhatsApp group that helps people stay in contact. We've been involved in campaigning for improvements to local health service provision.
A Midlands based Community Interest Company that aims to empower and support communities through activity, creativity and counselling. Our service usually benefits people who suffer from isolation and social anxiety, depression , and low self esteem and confidence . Safely engaging individuals within their local community.
An inclusive, self-funded Nordic walking community group who aim to increase awareness of the many benefits of Nordic walking as a form of exercise for all ages and conditions. The poles aid balance, posture, decrease pressure on lower limbs including lower back and improve shoulder and neck issues. Research has shown it is beneficial to those with Parkinson's, balance issues, arthritis, osteoporosis and many other long term health conditions. Due to the social nature of the outdoor walks we do it has proven to be very good for mental as well as physical health.
We're a Leicestershire based charity working to provide life-enhancing services, care and opportunities for disabled people (and all those supporting them), promoting inclusion, equality, independence, choice, empowerment, respect and dignity for all. We support over 2500 disabled people from Community Care and Care at Home, to Direct Payment Support, Representation, Group Advocacy, and more.
We long to see a society that is designed with everyone in mind and where the choices and dignity of every person is upheld; where diverse spaces are celebrated for the value they hold.
Move against Cancer has three main branches :An FREE 8 week online exercise program with Cancer Rehabilitation exercise specialists for youngsters aged 13-30 yearsA 5k Your Way Move against Cancer program that is nationwide to encourage individuals impacted by Cancer to walk, jog, run or cheer together in local parks on the last Saturday of a month to encourage individuals to move more.The provision of a free library of movement videos on our website
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