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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 07:02

Action for METhis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Provides information and support to people affected by M.E.

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Last Updated on Saturday, 29 June 2019 21:29

Action on Prejudice

Funded by the Scottish Government, it is a virtual one-stop shop for young people and those who work with young people to find facts, videos, research, learning tools and other resources focused on challenging discrimination and hate crime as well as promoting diversity and inclusion.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 14:28

Adult Learning 

Part of West Lothian Council's service to help adults become more confident with their: reading, writing and numbers: everyday 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.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 05:06

Alcohol Focus ScotlandThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Provides information on alcohol problems.

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Last Updated on Monday, 28 July 2014 16:58

Anti-bullying networkThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Find out how to tackle bullying, where to go for advice.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 October 2017 14:00

ASH Action on Smoking and HealthThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Leading voluntary organisation tackling tobacco abuse. Advice on stopping smoking.

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Last Updated on Friday, 19 February 2016 15:30

Asthma UK  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 October 2017 14:01

Avert This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

International HIV and AIDS charity based in the UK. Information and help available through their website; links to helplines, resources and other organisations.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 12 December 2019 11:41

Be Real: body confidence for everyone

Provides help and resources to help change attitudes to body image and help everyone put health above appearance and be confident in our bodies.

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Last Updated on Saturday, 15 October 2022 16:37

beat (beating eating disorders) This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Provides helplines, online support and a network of UK-wide self-help groups, supporting anyone affected by eating disorders or difficulties with food, weight and shape. Scottish Helpline 0808 801 0432

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 28 November 2018 14:58

British Heart Foundation: Heart conditions in young people 

British Heart Foundation website for young people with heart conditions. A place where young people can meet both online, through social media and at events and share stories.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 04:40

Capability ScotlandThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

National disability information and advice service. Has a database called Fund-Finder.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 12 December 2019 12:43

Carers of West Lothian 

Information, advice and support for all unpaid carers and people with disabilities.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:32

Child Bereavement UK 

Helps support grieving families and children when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying, or when a child is facing bereavement. Support line, resource material, extensive links.

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Last Updated on Monday, 28 July 2014 17:00

Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre

Making the internet a safer place. Useful information.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:16

Childline

Counselling centre for children and young people suffering problems e.g. bullying, sexual and physical abuse, feelings, body image, relationships, families, home, school, college and work. Has a Helpline 0800 1111 and supplies links to other agencies. 

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Last Updated on Thursday, 19 October 2017 11:35

Children 1st   

Supports Scottish families under stress, protect children from harm and neglect, help them recover from abuse and promote children's rights and interests.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 04:28

Chill out ZoneThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Counselling Service for Young People aged 12 –20 in West Lothian. For information about this service access West Lothian Council's website.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 19 October 2017 11:10

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.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 27 November 2019 16:40

CrossReach

Social care and support service by the Church of Scotland. Available to all people in Scotland.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 27 November 2019 14:15

Cruse Bereavement Care 

Offers support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 08 November 2017 16:52

Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland (CBCS) 

Offers free information and advice, support and counselling to anyone who has been affected by a death

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 20 July 2021 16:19

Cue and Review Recording Service

Scottish registered charity that transcribes print magazines and newspapers into audio formats for the benefit of visually-and-reading-impaired people. Now includes 'Alexa Enable to access Talking Newspapers'.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 09 March 2023 17:32

Cybersmile Foundation 

Offers support to those affected by cyberbullying and their families, as well as educating people of all ages to respect the dangers of the internet and to consider their peers’ feelings whilst interacting online. 

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 November 2019 14:09

Deaf Action 

Provides a range of services to people in Scotland with sensory support needs, including those who are blind, partially sighted, deaf, deaf blind and hard of hearing.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 November 2019 14:52

Donaldson's School

The School provides a Skills Based Education for Differently-Abled Children & Young People aged 5 to 18 whose main barriers to learning are communication difficulties arising from various additional support needs such as Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, deafness, hard of hearing and language disorders.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 12 December 2019 13:17

Eating Disorders In Males: National Centre for Eating Disorders

Information and advice about male eating disorders, definitions, signs and symptoms, treatments, getting support including support groups. 

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Last Updated on Monday, 10 May 2021 09:25

Eczema Outreach Support (EOS) 

Eczema Outreach Support offers supports for families of children & young people affected by eczema in the UK. Located in Linlithgow, Scotland.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 November 2019 14:42

Enquire

The Scottish Advice Service, provides advice and information about additional support for learning legislation and guidance for families and professionals.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:11

Epilepsy Scotland

Offers a range of services across Scotland to help support people with epilepsy and their families. Can offer support remotely, one to one, and in groups. Aims is to help people better understand their condition and support them to make positive changes.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 04 December 2014 15:44

Fixers

Focused on helping young people to cope with bereavement and the impact of their grief.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 17:10

FRANK

Drugs information and advice. Parents, carers and friends worried about someone can call 0300 1236600

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:51

GamCare

National provider of free information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling. 

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Last Updated on Thursday, 09 March 2023 17:45

Get Safe Online

Provides advice on how to protect yourself, your computers and mobiles device and your business against fraud, identity theft, viruses and many other problems encountered online. Topics including passwords, oversharing, cyberbullying, online dating and online gambling.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 09 March 2023 17:42

Grief Encounter: helping children through bereavement 

Helps bereaved children and their families deal with the loss of either a parent or sibling by providing support, information and advice. Website has different zones for kids, teens and adults (including school teachers). Resources included in each zone.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 27 November 2019 14:44

Hope UK

A drug education charity which works to equip young people to make drug-free choices (including legal substances like alcohol and cigarettes) by working with groups and individuals in both formal and informal settings.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 20 July 2021 16:14

HorseBack UK

Using horsemanship and outdoor activities, deliver personal development programmes that encourage participants to acquire new coping strategies, life skills and build lasting resilience. Participants include service personnel and veterans suffering from life-changing injuries and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Schools Development Program aimed at school pupils with an emphasis on participation and personal development.

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Last Updated on Monday, 26 November 2018 15:06

Linlithgow Link 

Provide support through social and community activity to those who are isolated by illness, age, or infirmity. E.g. volunteers supply car service to hospitals, befriend housebound people and young mothers, provide social activities for the frail elderly and assisting in running the local monthly Caring Café for those affected by Dementia.

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Last Updated on Friday, 15 November 2024 12:10

Linlithgow Young Peoples Project (LYPP) This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

LYPP supports the young people of Linlithgow and the surrounding areas in all aspects of their development. LYPP has 3 main areas of work which are co-ordinated from their office, within the ‘Lounge’ youth centre. These areas are Support in their Journey, Activities and Schools Work. They provide a confidently counselling service for young people aged 12-18 and a mentoring programme. At The Lounge they run Drop In youth clubs for young people in S1-S6 (or equivalent) twice a week.  

LYPP now regualry works across West Lothian and beyond and is going to change its name to YOUTHSPACE. 

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 08 November 2017 15:56

Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG)

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. Email available through website.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 October 2017 13:54

Macmillan Cancer Support  

Information, advice and emotional support for people living with cancer.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 November 2019 14:41

Mediawatch-UK 

Wants to make the media work better for children and families. Activities fall into two main categories:

• Raising awareness of potentially harmful and socially irresponsible media
• Educating on making positive media choices

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 17:07

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) United Kingdom

Non - profit fellowship for those with a major drug problem. Recovering addicts meet regularly to help each other stay clean. NA Helpline: 0300 999 1212

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 05:09

National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACOA)This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Offers information, advice and support to children of alcoholics.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 06:44

National Association for Premenstrual SyndromeThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Provides help, information and support to PMS sufferers, also to partners of sufferers.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:48

National Autistic Society

Wide range of help and services: helpline, information, diagnosis and assessment, early intervention, NAS schools, support groups.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 05:10

National Drugs Helpline

The National Drugs Helpline gives information and advice to anyone in the UK concerned about drugs. Email available through website.

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Last Updated on Saturday, 15 October 2022 16:27

National Minimum Wage

Information about your pay, tax and the National Minimum Wage. 

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 05:51

National Self Harm Network NSHNThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:44

National Youth Agency  

The National Youth Agency's is the national body for youth work in England supporting young people through their work. Online information for youth workers. 

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Last Updated on Monday, 26 November 2018 15:26

NHS (National Health Service)

Provides information about health and well being, health services, support and social services provided by the National Health Service for the general public in England. 

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 November 2019 12:00

Notre Dame Centre

Provides services and support to vulnerable children, young people and families

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:58

Parentline Scotland

ParentLine Scotland (08000 28 22 33) - a free confidential helpline operated by Children First for anyone caring for or concerned about a child in Scotland.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 27 November 2019 16:46

Partners in Advocacy

Provide independent advocacy for individuals living in Scotland with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorders, physical disabilities and people over 65. Also provide independent advocacy to children and young people who are living with mental health issues, additional support needs and learning disabilities.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 06:47

Penumbra

Provides support across Scotland for adults and young people towards mental wellbeing.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 28 February 2024 17:14

Quiet Waters 

Provides confidential counselling and support based on Christian insight and values for the people of Central Scotland. Available to all irrespective of faith, cultural background, ethnic origin, values or lifestyle. Was Crossline Central Charitable Trust.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 19 October 2017 11:29

Rape Crisis Scotland 

Provides a national rape crisis helpline and email support for anyone affected by sexual violence, no matter when or how it happened.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:29

Richmond's Hope 

Provides support for children and young people aged 4-18 years who have been bereaved. Project and drop in centre in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Range of resources / information leaflets available to download. 

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 16:54

Riding for the Disabled

Provides disabled people with the opportunity to ride and/or to carriage-drive to benefit their health and well being. 

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Last Updated on Saturday, 22 October 2022 15:56

rock trust 

Services range from long-term support for young people with very complex needs, such as those leaving care, to emergency support for young people in crisis, to a helping hand for young people who are simply struggling to access an expensive and competitive rental market. Help young people to progress in their lives so that they can overcome personal barriers and move on from homelessness for good.

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Last Updated on Monday, 10 May 2021 09:21

S.M.I.L.E Counselling

Aim to help young people who are struggling with how they feel, are having problems with family or school, anxiety, depression, anger or just need to talk to someone, but find it difficult to talk to those closest to them. Website includes apps and videos covering a range of topics

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 28 November 2018 12:46

Samaritans - The  

Offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 19 October 2017 11:27

Scripture Union  

A Christian charity working in partnership with local churches to provide Christian Education, Books, Resources, Holidays, Events for young people. Email available through the website.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 28 November 2018 15:33

Scripture Union Scotland  

A Christian charity working in partnership with local churches to provide Christian Education, Books, Resources, Holidays, Events for young people. Email available through the website.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 05:11

Smokers QuitlineThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Provides practical help, advice and support by trained counsellors to all smokers who want to stop.

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Last Updated on Monday, 02 October 2017 09:42

Stop it Now! This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Information and guidance on how to protect children from sexual abuse. For those concerned about a child or young persons sexual behaviour in the real world or online. Also for those concerned of their own sexual behaviour towards children.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 October 2017 13:55

Strathcarron Hospice  

Provides specialist care, comfort and support for anyone affected by terminal illness. 

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 27 November 2018 16:57

The Big ShoutER Project

Aims to actively involve young people in decisions affecting them in the delivery of the youth health service in East Renfrewshire. Linked to resources about health, poverty, education, environment etc.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 27 November 2018 16:40

The Mix: help and support for under 25s

Provides information, help and support for people under 25: everything from homelessness to finding a job, from money to mental health, from break-ups to drugs.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:15

Thinkuknow

Information / advice for staying safe when you're on a phone, tablet or computer. Covers different age ranges: 4-7, 8-10, 11-13 and 14+.  Plus Parent / Carer and Children workforce categories.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 November 2019 15:51

United Christian Broadcasting (UCB) Prayerline 

Telephone team that will pray with you and for you. or you can submit your prayer request by filling in an online form. 

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Last Updated on Thursday, 28 November 2019 15:46

Victim Support Scotland  

Provides free, confidential support and information, practical help, emotional support and guidance through the criminal justice system. for victims, witnesses and their family members affected by crime across Scotland.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 28 November 2018 14:46

VOCAL - support for carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian 

VOCAL supports and empowers unpaid carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian through individual support, information, training and access to services.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 16:58

Waverley Care

Offers services providing practical and emotional support to people living with HIV or Hepatitis C in Scotland. Support groups, one-to-one mentoring, social outings, education sessions, and workshops. 

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Last Updated on Friday, 08 March 2024 17:22

We are with you in Scotland

 Support people who have issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, and their families and friends. Offer free, confidential without judgement.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 17:03

Well Being Scotland 

Offers a diverse range of support services in recognition of the wide range of experiences which may have had a negative impact on an individual or their family in different ways, at different stages of their lives. Client centred, holistic, trauma informed therapeutic services and specialism in abuse and trauma work.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 11 February 2016 17:48

West Lothian Advice Shop  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 November 2019 15:12

West Lothian Council Homeless and Potentially Homeless

Advice and guidance for homelessness and potentially homeless.

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Last Updated on Monday, 26 November 2018 14:50

Winston's Wish This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

UK wide child bereavement service offering support, information and guidance to children and young people after the death of a parent or a sibling. 

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Last Updated on Monday, 28 July 2014 16:50

Young Carers BranchThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Organisation for young carers and their needs - part of Carers of West Lothian.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 27 November 2018 16:35

Young ME Sufferers Trust - The  

National UK service for children and young people with MS and their families.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 October 2017 15:55

Young Minds This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Promotes mental health of children and young people. Helpline for young people and parents.

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Last Updated on Friday, 22 November 2019 15:56

Young Scot  

National youth information and citizenship charity. Provide young people, aged 11 - 26, with a mixture of information, ideas and opportunities for young people, helping them to make informed decisions and choices, connecting them to opportunities locally, nationally and globally and empowering them to create and drive positive change. 

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 08:02

Young Women's Christian AssociationThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Club for girls.