As part of our ongoing commitment to provide access to information for clients and those looking for information and support we have below a list of useful websites, offering resources and support across our practice areas:
https://www.advicenow.org.uk/ Independent, not-for-profit website providing accurate, up-to-date information on rights and legal issues with some excellent downloadable resources
https://www.onlydads.org/ and https://www.onlymums.org/ Not-for-profit social enterprise supporting families through separation information advice, access to professional directory.
https://resolution.org.uk/ Formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association. Website with useful resources for separated families and help in finding professionals.
https://www.separatespace.co.uk/ Offering legal guidance to those going through divorce and separation
Information about family mediation, the mediation process, finding mediators
Counselling services for individuals and couples
https://bothparentsmatter.org.uk/ A registered UK charity which provides information and support to parents, including unmarried parents, of either sex.
https://www.gingerbread.org.uk/ For Single Parents including a directory of local groups and meetings.
https://naccc.org.uk/ Information and advice on contact centres and parenting matters
https://www.separateddads.co.uk This website is for single fathers.
https://thecoparentway.com/ Coaching, information and advice for parents to improve co-parenting and communication,
https://www.theparentpractice.com/ Parenting tips and guidance
https://www.gov.uk/child-maintenance-service Online calculator and information about child maintenance payments
https://www.gov.uk/legal-aid Information about eligibility for publicly-funded legal services.
https://thedashcharity.org.uk/ Domestic abuse service in East Berkshire and South Bucks
https://mankind.org.uk/ Providing support for men suffering domestic abuse
https://mensadviceline.org.uk/
https://www.met.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/daa/domestic-abuse/support-organisations/ Directory of support organisation provided by MET Police
https://refuge.org.uk/ support and guidance for women and children suffering domestic abuse
https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ support and guidance for women and children suffering domestic abuse
https://www.yoursanctuary.org.uk/ Domestic abuse service in Surrey
https://www.gov.uk/stop-forced-marriage Information and advice for professionals on forced marriage.
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/ Provides support and guidance for people affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia, offering information, resources, and care services.
https://www.dementiauk.org/ A resource providing dementia care and support through their Admiral Nurse service, helping families navigate dementia-related challenges.
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/care/helping-a-loved-one/caring-dementia/ An organisation that aims to improve the lives of older people in the UK by offering services, support, and advice on a range of issues affecting older adults.
https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/ Carers UK offers support and resources for those who are caring for someone with a health condition or disability. They provide information on rights, benefits, and services available to carers in the UK, as well as guidance on managing care responsibilities.
https://www.homecareremovals.com/ Offers a tailored moving service for elderly or vulnerable individuals, specialising in home care removals to ensure a smooth transition.
https://thehomemover.co.uk/ Provides professional moving services focused on assisting those with specific needs, such as elderly individuals or those with health challenges. They assist with all aspects of a move, including supporting where someone cannot return home after being in hospital.
https://www.cruse.org.uk/ Offers free, confidential support for anyone who has been affected by the death of a loved one, providing guidance through grief.
www.widowedandyoung.org.uk A charity supporting young widows and widowers, offering peer support and advice on coping with the loss of a partner at a young age.
http://www.naturaldeath.org.uk/ Provides independent advice on funeral planning, helping individuals and families make informed decisions about end-of-life arrangements.
https://saif.org.uk/ Represents independent funeral directors across the UK, ensuring high standards of service and ethical practices within the funeral industry.
https://www.nafd.org.uk/ The leading professional association for funeral directors, working to promote the highest standards of care and service in funeral arrangements.
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/office-of-the-public-guardian Responsible for safeguarding individuals who lack the mental capacity to make decisions for themselves, offering support with powers of attorney and deputyship.
https://www.step.org/about-step/public A global professional association for solicitors and individuals who specialise in trusts, tax and estate planning, ensuring high standards of practice.
https://lifetimelawyers.org.uk/ Provides support and guidance to the public and experts about services related to lifetime planning, including powers of attorney, wills, and trust administration. Provides information on members throughout the UK.