samaritans Providing confidential non-judgemental support, 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. If you live outside of the UK and Ireland, visit http://www.befrienders.org/ to find your nearest help line.

Alcohol concern Alcohol concern is the national agency on alcohol misuse. We work to reduce the incidence and costs of alcohol-related harm and to increase the range and quality of services available to people with alcohol-related problems.

NACO The National Association for Children of Alcoholics is a registered charity addressing the needs of children growing up in familes where one or both parents suffer from alcoholism or a similar addictive problem.

Mind Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. Working to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress.

Cruse Bereavement Care Cruse Bereavement Care exists to promote the well-being of bereaved people and to enable anyone bereaved by death to understand their grief and cope with their loss. The organisation provides counselling and support. It offers information, advice, education and training services.

Contact: 020-8939-9530

British Association of Counselling Sometimes a bereavement support group may suggest you see a more highly or specifically trained counsellor, such as a counsellor registered with the BAC (British Association of Counselling), who would work with you in greater depth over a longer period. The BAC also provides a list of approved counsellors in every area of the country. These counsellors do charge a fee. Information line: 01788-578328


British Dyslexia AssociationThe BDA is the voice of dyslexic people.
Our vision is that of a dyslexia friendly society that enables dyslexic people to reach their potential.

Dyslexia Action Dyslexia Action is a national charity and the UK's leading provider of services and support for people with dyslexia and literacy difficulties.

Elaine Thomas; is trained to practitioner level (qualified since 2005) of the Usui System of Reiki Healing and is currently working towards Reiki Mastership to become a trainer.  She has experience of healing friends, family and colleagues alike with both hands on and distant healing methods.  Elaine also gives angel card readings and general support and encouragement in order to help her clients progress to a healthier and happier place in their lives.

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