Alzheimer's Society London, E1W 1JX
There are many types of dementia. The most common are Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies. Symptoms include loss of memory, confusion and problems with speech and understanding
British Thoracic Society London, WC1N 2PL
The British Thoracic Society is a registered charity. Our objective is to improve the standards of care of people who have respiratory diseases.
Children's Society (NDCS) London, EC1Y 8UR
National Deaf Children's Society (NDCS) is the national charity dedicated to creating a world without barriers for deaf children and young people
Coeliac UK High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2QW
Coeliac UK is a charity working for people with coeliac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis (DH). Our mission is to improve the lives of people living with the condition through support, campaigning and research. Our vision is that the needs of people with coeliac disease and DH are universally recognised and met.
Cornwall Rolling Ramblers
, Cornwall
We are a group of disabled folk who enjoy the countryside and with the loan for those without electric scooters, we enjoy a good number of rambles through the countryside of Cornwall along trails and paths suitable for our method of transport
As you would expect, each ramble is carefully selected beforehand to ensure access throughout the routes and of interest to the group, with possible delightful stops at picturesque places to enjoy a sandwich and drink.
Our group plans to to have at least one ramble a month April - September each year, with the help of Scoot-a-Long, making some 6 scooters available for those without scooters for a small charge.
Fibromyalgia Association UK Stourbridge, Worcestershire, DY9 8YL
Chronic widespread body pain is the primary symptom of fibromyalgia. Most people with fibromyalgia also experience moderate to extreme fatigue, sleep disturbances, sensitivity to touch, light, and sound, and cognitive difficulties. Many individuals also experience a number of other symptoms and overlapping conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome, lupus and arthritis
Macular Disease Society Andover, Hampshire, SP10 9AD
The Macular Disease Society aims to build confidence and independence for those with central vision impairment. We are the only UK charity dedicated to helping people with macular degeneration
ME Association Gawcott, Buckinghamshire, MK18 4DF
It should be explained that there are a number of different names for what is an illness of uncertain cause affecting many thousands of people. Currently it is estimated that some 250,000 people in Britain are affected by this illness
Ménière's Society Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6QT
The Ménière's Society was founded in 1984 by Mrs Marie Nobbs MBE to support people with Ménière's disease and those who care for them. The Society acquired charitable status in 1987 and by 1995 membership had grown to 2,200. With increased publicity about Ménière's disease and the improved services the Society offers, membership now stands at over 5,500. The Society's members are found in all parts of the UK, with a small number from other countries including Ireland, Spain, Australia and the USA