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Thousand 4 £1000 pools hundreds of small regular donations to provide temp accommodation for migrants without documented right to reside in UK.with the Sussex Refugees and Migrants Self-Support Group, which runs the weekly Jollof Cafe at the Cowley Club, London Road on Tuesday afternoons. Jollof Cafe is first point of contact
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Visit websiteallsorts youth project offers youth service and parents & carers service for LGBT+ children and young people to enable them to develop their voice, influence, place in society and reach full potential.
Visit websiteComprehensive list of support groups, centres etc for the eldery, carers or those with dementia in the brighton area.
Visit websiteSupporting families with special educational needs & disabilities (SEND) 0-25yrs and do not need formal diagnosis to get support from Amaze services - health, financial, educational, disability equipment, preparing for adulthood. Activities, social groups, befriending, holiday schemes, health issues in school, therapies, training for parents, applying for benefits, parent and young people carers COMPASS discount card for leisure venues. https://amazesussex.org.uk/news/newsletter/
Visit websitefree mens mental health support groups nationwide, running every Monday from 7PM at Hilton metropole hotel in Brighton
If you are: rough sleeping, in temporary or emergency accommodation, sofa surfing or a traveller, and you need a GP, register with Arch.
Visit websitemusic activities 12-25years old Sussex, "Room to rant", where young people can vent through rap.
Visit websitePreventing and repairing harm caused by community and workplace conflict- Provides services for community mediation, homelessness prevention and workplace mediation
Visit websiteThe CYP Wellbeing Service is the hub for all mental health referrals for young people in Brighton & Hove, including CAMHS. It is delivered by YMCA DownsLink Group. Offers a range of short-term support options for children and young people with mild to moderate mental health needs. All referrals are looked at on a case-by-case basis.
Visit websitesupport young men 18+ who are in or at risk of being in criminal system
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Visit websiteBrighton and Hove City Council housing and council tax benefit claims and advice
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Visit websiteWorks with nurseries, playgroups and childminders registered with Ofsted, as well as schools and colleges to support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and their families.
Visit websiteFunded by Legal Aid Scheme, this Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service provides ‘Early Advice’ and the In-court Duty Scheme if you are at risk of losing your home, this can include welfare benefit and debt advice. Early legal advice does not cover advocacy. The Legal Help Scheme continues to provide specialist advice on: Duties that the Local Housing Authority (council) has to you if you are homeless or threatened with homelessness within the next 56 days. Disrepair that causes a serious risk to the health of the residents.
Visit websiteGood set of tools and a range of new and used parts to keep your bike working safely. Repairs are carried out on a donations basis for labour plus the cost of parts if you need any. If you know how to do the repairs yourself you are welcome to come and use our tools. Every Thursday - 3:30pm - 7pm St. David's Hall, Whitehawk Road, Whitehawk BN2 5FL
Visit websiteWith a membership in the Brighton LGBT Sports Society, you'll benefit from a unique opportunity to participate in the regularly scheduled sports activities of your choice, with like minded people from Brighton & Hove and beyond. You can also join the fun at our social events! BLAGSS membership benefits include a specially negotiated discount of up to 10% off at Nick Rivett Sports, The Jog Shop and Freedom Bikes. Membership costs just £15 per person per year and will expire one year after joining
Visit websiteyouth-led project for young people aged 11 to 25. They provide a safe space and opportunities for young people to access support, to learn new skills through informal educational, fun, social, sports and arts activities led by and for young people
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free & very low cost classes & events & online classes
Visit website8 wk Baking & Wellbeing programme x3pw Mondays travel expenses. programme day 10am-1 2.30pm no self- referrals, only from SPIN referral criteria is on website. Women can access 121 befriending/mentoring programmes once completed the programme
Visit websiterun many groups and events for BRM black and racially minoritised people
Visit websiteChallenges racism and prejudice by raising awareness of the multicultural history of Britain.
Visit websitemulti-faith charity, bringing together people from across Brighton and Hove who find common ground in wanting to help the poor and the persecuted, the hungry and the homeless, the lonely and the vulnerable.
Visit websiteOffering free educational courses as a route to recovery from mental health challenges
Visit websiteList of local foodbanks to find the most suitable one for you. Please note some require referrals from SPIN. They also host cooking classes to learn new recipes and about health and wellbeing
Visit websiteFree to use library of items on weekly loans eg camping, electrical items, tools
Visit websiteTool Library for DIY, decorating, building, woodwork and gardening. deliver the tools and knowledge to enable members to make, learn, share and repair community collective of creatives - makers, menders, crafters & fixers - common aim to Buy Less and Share More. Tool Library (members can borrow up to ten tools per week for free), a Maker Space and Workshop, a Repair Hub, and a Skills Forge for all. BCW membership starts from £30 a year and includes: Unlimited Tool Borrowing: Borrow up to 10 items at once from the Brighton Tool Library, absolutely free. 116 St Georges Rd Kemptown, BN2 1EA admin@bcw.org.uk 01273 082 000
Visit websitefree school meals, free food vouchers, free or low cost food
Visit websiteFacebook page for offering, giving and receiving FREE, unwanted or unneeded items
Visit websiteBrighton MET College Pastoral Mentor for Young Refugees and People Seeking Asylum
Visit websiteBrighton Natural Health Foundation Community Classes offers free, inclusive and trauma sensitive classes for people who would otherwise be unable to access them. If you are able to pay anything towards the cost of your class
Visit websiteParent led community group for families with disabled ch/yp people, particularly those who find accessing mainstream activities difficult due to challenging behaviour. weekly after school drop-in session, days out at weekends and during school holidays, and where funding allows, short breaks. activities mainly aimed at whole family, but also arrange specific events for siblings and for parents and carers.
Visit websiteollective of women who live, work or study in Brighton & Hove, East Sussex or West Sussex. We organise monthly gatherings of women (free creche) and campaign on issues that affect us. Our monthly gatherings
Visit websiteNot-for-profit organisation providing counselling and talking therapies for individuals, couples, families, young people and local businesses who are seeking mental health and well-being support.
Visit websiterun for women by women, we support those with chronic conditions, those who have faced abuse, trauma, poverty, homelessness, or are in contact with the criminal justice system.
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Visit websitesupport parents to have positive relationships with children. ensure parent-infant psychological therapy (PIP) is freely available to all families in Brighton and Hove
Visit websiteAffordable food via a membership scheme in Hollingdean or Whitehawk
Visit websiteBrighton Unemployed Centre Families Project provides advice, welfare advice, practical support, food, educational and leisure activities, and an Ofsted registered free playroom, to those who are unemployed, on low wages, experiencing food or fuel poverty and to families suffering disadvantage.
Visit websiteItems that can be booked for collection by council see prices on website eg sofas/whitegoods
Visit websiteA list of local campsites in the sussex area
Visit websiteFREE support (Child to parent abuse) CAPA (Child or Adolescent to Parent Abuse) is a 'First Response' service to families and professionals impacted by a child using abusive or violent behaviour in the home. Free or Low cost 1-2-1 support for the whole family Free Live Chat info@capafirstresponse.org
Visit websiteInformation and advice about adult social care services in Brighton & Hove.
Visit websiteif you are an unpaid carer - Carers Assessments are carried out as a 1:1 chat with one of our support workers, usually over phone can enable you to access the ‘Carers Card’ – A discount scheme for unpaid carers and can help to establish other support needs.
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Visit websitePeer-led charity whose mission is to empower people to find and sustain recovery from substance misuse. All our groups are drop-ins at the Brighthelm Centre, 40 North Road, Brighton BN1 1YD. Times and events vary
Visit websitewelfare rights advice and representation in Brighton and Hove. They offer low cost internet and free computer access, a baby loan equipment scheme, toy library, free bread, summer outings and Christmas events for families on a low income. They provide free calls to the benefit office, utility firms and solicitors. It is open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
Visit websiteCardholder can be accompanied by a carer, free of charge, when they purchase a ticket to visit a participating cinema
Visit websiteLocal substance misuse help- offer recovery-focused drug and alcohol support in Brighton and Hove.
Visit websiteFree school holiday lunch clubs for families on low incomes
Visit websiteRegistered charity run by and for trans, nonbinary and intersex people in Sussex.
Visit websiteDay centre for young people aged 16 - 25 years old experiencing homelessness. We do not provide housing.
Visit websiteAccessible, affordable transport for groups and individuals with mobility difficulties
Visit websitedirectory of 500+ community organisations in brighton & hove
Visit websiteDiscount card for 0 to 25 year olds with special educational needs or disabilities -lots of leisure venues to get discounts or special offers
Visit websiteSupporting forcibly displaced people with befriending, English classes, mental health support and digital access.
Visit websitevolunteer-run anarchist social centre on London Road, Brighton. It houses a cafe and bookshop during the day, a members bar during the evenings. It also houses a radical library and acts as a base for a variety of projects dedicated to grassroots social change. The Cowley Club is structured as a members-run co-operative.
Visit websiteProviding reliable, quality respite care to enable carers to take well-deserved breaks.
Visit websitegives dads and male carers a social life and access to a ready-made, expert and peer-led support network to talk about what they usually ignore.
Visit websitefathers of children with additional needs and disabilities together, to meet and talk about issues that surround their family’s lives. Most importantly, to engage with each other through general conversation and shared laughter with other dads who just get the tough situation that life has dealt to them and their families.
Visit websiteWhether you are a young dad, old dad, single dad, married dad - whatever kind of dad you are - if you are a dad living in Brighton or Hove, then you are welcome in this group. This is a place to: - Share experiences - Meet and socialise with other dads - Give and receive advice - Hear about or share local events for dads - Let out any unwanted steam - Receive support
Visit websiteIncrease the independence, confidence and well-being of blind and partially sighted people and also work to promote the understanding of sight loss and it’s challenges in local communities, businesses, schools and organisations.
Visit websiteDance & theatre face to face/online for those with disabilities and without disabilities
Visit websiteBrighton & Hove emergency dental service - out of hours (only call from 5.30pm weekdays & from 9.00am weekends) 03000 24 25 48
Supporting people to work their way out of homelessness, providing a home for as long as someone needs it. Low-cost charity shop at Drove Road, Portslade, BN41 2PA
Visit websiteProvide energy advice/grants to Brighton and Hove residents
EVOLVE is open to anyone 18+ supported by drug and alcohol services in Brighton & Hove, who have a work, learning, or volunteering goal they would like to achieve.
Visit websiteBuy & sell through Facebook (sometimes free items)
Visit websitewebsite of things to do and places to go for all ages of childrenbaby, toddler, school age or teenager, there are 1,000s of useful contacts to help you.
Visit websitefamilies in Sussexsupport families struggling with issues such as poverty, ill health, learning difficulties, bereavement, family break-up and domestic abuse. Family Support Practitioners currently provide one-to-one support in the following areas: Midhurst, Storrington & Petworth, Hurstpierpoint & Cuckfield, Central & Rural Horsham, East Grinstead, Crawley, Uckfield & Rotherfield, Arundel & Bognor, Worthing, Lewes & Newhaven, Dallington & Battle, Eastbourne, Hastings, Bexhill & Rye
Visit websiteSensory stay-and-play sessions for neurodiverse children aged 1-6 in Brighton & Hove
Visit websiteFlourish Mentors is a registered charity supporting young women (LGBTQIA+ inclusive), aged 16–25 in Sussex, on their journey into adulthood.
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Visit websiteFree second-hand items in and around Brighton & Hove area
Visit websiteFree swimming scheme for children/young people 18 and under for Brighton & Hove residents - Find your closest pool on their site
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Visit websiteadvice, support information common topics single parents ask/chat with /meet other single parents by joining the Gingerbread Community.
Visit websiteGlobalARRK supports single migrant families who are ‘stuck’ in a country that is foreign to them, struggling to cope. Almost all are primary carer mothers who are survivors of domestic abuse and other risk factors such as poverty, isolation, post separation abuse, homelessness, lack of immigration status and mental health issues.
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Visit websiteBuy & sell items or find jobs
Visit websiteCommunity centre with clothes bank, laundry facilities, spaces for hire including main halls and meeting rooms, and party venue including bouncy castle and 3 tier soft play area.
Visit websiteSussex health trusts have partnered with ORCHA to create a trusted app library.
Visit websiteIndependent champion for those using health and social care services in Brighton & Hove
Visit websitecommunity centre offering health & fitness activities, foodbank
Visit website(Local) Basic/simple repairs and maintenance of items e.g. clothing, zips, bike; small/basic electrics & electronics; computer; phone repair/advice
Visit websiteFREE service make your home safer through our home safety scheme, which supplies a variety of safety items such as stair gates, plug socket covers, front door chains, enclosure of bannisters and fridge, freezer and cupboard locks
Community Response hub across the Sussex area, with a team of dedicated Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVAs) and Domestic Abuse Support Workers, providing tailored support for older victim-survivors of abuse in East Sussex, West Sussex and Brighton and Hove
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Visit websiteBWC's Inspire programme offers casework support to women in contact with the Criminal Justice System. Our team work together to support each woman to find the freedom, strength and power to change her life.
Visit websiteAdditional support for job seekers with the Flexible Support Fund (FSF) - discretionary fund for n receipt of benefits with the costs of entering work.
Visit websiteMigrant-ran support for migrants and refugee. Wednesday 1-3pm
Visit websiteSupporting people living in Temporary Accommodation in Brighton & Hove - addressing mental and physical health needs, and overcoming the barriers they face to finding housing.
Visit websiteKennedy Street is a charity led by people with lived experience of addiction and recovery. Offers peer-led support, guidance, and connection for anyone seeking recovery from addiction. Drop-in sessions Monday-Friday 2-5pm
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Visit websitecriminal offences appeals against conviction and/or sentence prisoner rights.
Visit websitedivorce dissolution of a civil partnership finances on family breakdown (we can only give general advice on finances, such as the options available, powers of the court and process for resolving disputes. We cannot advise on the terms of the financial settlement you should be seeking nor whether an agreement you have reached with your ex-partner is fair) child arrangements (such disputes over contact, living arrangements or relocation) parental responsibility special guardianship legal parenthood.
Visit websiteevictions/possession proceedings disrepair anti-social behaviour/neighbourhood nuisance harassment from landlords illegal eviction tenancy deposit disputes leasehold/freehold disputes service charge issues.
Visit websiteasylum claims (including fresh claims and other protection claims) refugee family reunion family and Private Life Claims (Article 8 ECHR) leave to remain as a Victim of Domestic Violence.
Visit website(Local) Energy efficiency advisors from referral, to home visit, to follow-up regarding energy assistance - LIKE FOR LIKE replacement of old, inefficient fridges, freezers, fridge-freezers with modern, efficient alternatives
Visit websiteFree advice & information on leasehold, right to manage, agents, disputes, lease extensions commonhold & enfranchisement written by Shula Rich of Brighton Leaseholders Association
Visit websiteDiscount of up to 40% for Brighton & Hove residents on benefits on selected activities at seven leisure centres
Visit websiteAges 50+ project aiming to tackle social isolation and promote health and wellbeing through volunteer-led activities and support services.
Visit websiteFree children writing workshop and projects for children and young people across Sussex
Visit websitefinancial help if I'm moving to a new home and I need help with essential items. I need help with essential items for where I live now. I need emergency help.
Visit websiteDV One-to-one support Recovery groups Child-to-parent violence (CPVA) programmes parents and carers of children aged 8-17.
Visit websiteparent led peer to peer support network for families with autistic children. We are all families from the Brighton and Hove area, but over the last couple of years our membership has spread more into East & West Sussex.
Visit websiteThe MESH team provides an integrated ‘one stop’ advice service for migrants 16 years and over, offering a welcoming gateway to ESOL learning provision plus signposting and referral to other support services across Brighton and Hove.
Services include a variety of advice, support, training, peer support and advocacy services.
Visit websiteBME family group in Brighton
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Visit websiteOffer Infomation and support to anyone experiencing homelessness
Visit websiteFood/non-food items eg household essentials toilet paper, health,sanitary products, pet supplies by donation
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Visit websiteclosed group that allows you to connect with other parent carers and discuss things that matter to you privately. Forum for parent carers of children and young people 0-25 with SEND which work to improve local services and support.
Visit websitePathfinder West Sussex is a group of mental health, homelessness and employment support organisations working together to improve people’s mental and physical wellbeing across the county
Community acupuncture service supporting people and their families in recovery from mental health and substance use issues.
Visit websiteDisabled and elderly people can access rides on bikes/trikes with one or two carers/companions free of charge
Visit websitefor people who find it hard to communicate with us – we keep your pre-registered information safe on our computer and we can access it quickly if you call us. You don't need to repeat all your details. Who can register? Anyone who has a disability or illness that may make it hard to communicate with the police in an emergency or difficult situation. Anyone who lives in the local area.
Visit websiteA scheme for anyone who has a disability or illness that may make it hard to communicate with the police in an emergency or difficult situation. It lets the police access your information quicker and know that you need extra help and support
Visit websiteSPIN referral only - for bedding, clothes, uniform, shoes, toys, books, prams, play mats, nappies, toiletries for families 0-12 and up to 16 yrs from sept 2026
Visit websiteA Sussex based charity enabling and empowering disabled people and people with long-term health conditions to live the life they choose, through a range of services and projects.
Visit websitePower of Attorney- a legal document which enables someone you’ve chosen to make certain decisions on your behalf if you are no longer able to. Power of Attorneys can be made by any adult VERY IMPORTANT this cannot be instigated after people have lost capacity but must be discussed and agreed and signed before that time. fee reductions/exemptions based on income or benefits: www.gov.uk/government/ publications/applying-for a-reduced-fee-for-your power-of-attorney
Visit websiteWalk-in clinic 84-87 Queens Road, BN1 3XE
Visit websiteEnsures those with medical needs are managed as a priority in the event of a power cut
Visit websiteFood Bank at Portslade Town Hall every Friday morning between 1100-1400
Visit websiteRHF supports people affected by racist and faith hate incidents by providing information, guidance and signposting, and by encouraging reporting in Brighton & Hove
Visit websiteCasework advice, mental health support group and radio programme for refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants.
Visit websitewomen-led charity specialising in supporting the mental health of women and their families during their most challenging life transitions: becoming a parent and during peri/menopause, counsellor-led team deliver specialist perinatal therapeutic groups, wellbeing days and coaching and peri/menopause therapeutic groups and coaching, alongside our one-to-one counselling service for all women.
Visit websiteOffers you information about deafness, hearing loss and tinnitus as well as support to help you maintain your hearing aids. Friends Meeting House, Ship Street, BN1 1AF Free drop-in service - no appointment needed. Every first Monday monthly excl Bank Hols, 2pm-4pm.
Visit websiteSupport for people experiencing anti-social behaviour, hate incidents or domestic violence.
Visit websiteWeekly drop in sessions for those who are often on the margins of society and those who are navigating some of the harder realities of life in Brighton.
Visit websiteFree confidential healthcare & support to anyone aged 14 years and above in Sussex that has experienced unwanted sexual experiences.
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Visit websiteBuy & sell school uniforms, with some provided for free, in the Brighton and Hove area
Visit websiteProvide learning disability advocacy locally. Services include: 1-1 support, drop-ins, and referrals.
Visit websiteConnecting people and organisations to tackle homelessness in Brighton & Hove.
Visit websiteRape Crisis Centre for Sussex. As well as supporting survivors of sexual violence and abuse across Sussex,
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Visit websiteSussex MS Centre provides therapies, classes, and community to people living in Sussex with Multiple Sclerosis.
Visit websiteProvides targeted health and wellbeing services for LGBTQ people across sussex.
Visit websitesupports people who do not have access to a working laptop/tablet/facing barriers to essential online services like work, education, healthcare or social connection. apply fyoursel, or be referred by someone else (such as a charity, GP, social worker, teacher, or other trusted professional). What You’ll Receive A refurbished laptop, wiped, tested, and ready to use Free of charge, delivered to your home address
Visit websiteConfidential support and counselling on HIV and other sexual health issues, free HIV/STI testing and condom.
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Visit websiteA local nursery for 3months to 5 year olds. Offering some fully funded hours (EYFE) and consession rates for those in recipt of certain benefits.
Visit websiteSupport with drug and alcohol use for the trans and non-binary community
Visit websiteFree mental wellbeing support and guidance for the Brighton & Hove community. 18 Preston Park Avenue, BN1 6HL Out-of-hours mental health crisis prevention support, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Visit websiteStalking - Advocacy & advice for service users IT interventions Cyber and online safety information Recovery, resilience & peer support groups
Provided by Victim Support, DASS offers specialised help for survivors of DA. Helpline 0300 323 9985 (9am to 5pm Monday to Friday)
Visit websitelow cost/free Nature Wellbeing Activity Walks that encourage families to engage with nature in a unique, fun way.
Visit websiteBRIGHTON WOMENS CENTRE Women's Hubs free for any woman looking for in person, practical or emotional support and information in a safe, women-only environment. Mon 6pm - 8pm. Cornerstone Community Centre, Church Road, Hove, BN3 2FL Wed 2pm – 4pm. BWC (Brighton Women's Centre), Globe House, 3 Morley Street, BN2 9RA Thur 10am - 12pm. Wellbeing Hub at Preston Park, 18 Preston Park Avenue, Brighton, BN1 6HL
Visit websiteBrighton and Hove City Council Welfare Rights Team 01273 291116 Advice Line Mon, Tues, Wed 10am-1pm
Visit websiteFREE supports the mental health of young people aged 11 to 25 through nature connectedness. We have designed an intervention programme that complements or offers an alternative to one-to-one counselling. The unique combination of nature, mindfulness and creative activities can provide a real benefit to young people living with stress, depression and anxiety
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Visit websitespecialist employment support for people living with mental health challenges across Sussex. B & H employment list of useful services https://heyzine.com/flip-book/36fbd65857.html#page/1
Support and advice drop-in for 13-25 year olds and their families from 1pm weekdays
Visit websiteIf you're 16 to 18, not in education, employment or training and living in Brighton & Hove, you can access free careers and employability support from the Youth Employability Service (YES)
Visit websiteresource for young adults 16-25 Brighton & Hove. opportunities, explore options, help you plan your future reach your education, employment & training goals. based in Kemptown.
Visit websitesafe and social space located in the centre of Brighton where young people aged 13-25 can access advice, support and signposting to other services.
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