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Useful Websites

Useful Websites

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:

Family Law

Guidance & resources

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

Mediation

Information about family mediation‍, the mediation process, finding mediators

https://www.familymediationcouncil.org.uk/  

https://thefma.co.uk/

Marriage Counselling

Counselling services for individuals and couples

https://www.relate.org.uk/  

https://tavistockrelationships.org/

Child Arrangements and Co-Parenting

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

Child Maintenance

https://www.gov.uk/child-maintenance-service Online calculator and information about child maintenance payments

Legal Aid

https://www.gov.uk/legal-aid Information about eligibility for publicly-funded legal services.

Domestic Abuse 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

Forced Marriage

https://www.gov.uk/stop-forced-marriage Information and advice for professionals on forced marriage.

Wills & Probate

Help with dementia and loss of capacity:

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.

Help with moving or home clearances

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.

Help with bereavement

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.

Help arranging a funeral

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.

Other useful contacts

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.