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4Winds User Led Association Registered Charity No. 1071770 Voluntary Sector – User Led Group. Summary 4Winds exists to provide an open-access, user led mental health resource service for people living in Cardiff and surrounding areas. We promote recovery through provision of recovery focused support, information and opportunities for involvement. Aims & Objectives […] Tags: Support, user led mental health Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan
Adferiad (formerly Hafal) Family Support Service Reg no: 2751104 What we do We offer emotional support to Carers, listening and being there for them. We can also help people access counselling, and more practical support with issues including advocacy, money, entitlements, volunteering and work. Carers are referred to us via a Carers Assessment social services. […] Tags: carers, Hafal, family support, carer, Community Mental Health Team, family, Support Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan
Adferiad Cardiff Coffee Morning for Carers – Mental Health Recovery Services Reg no: 2751104 What we do Adferiad is a Member-led Charity supporting people with mental health problems – with a special emphasis on those with a serious mental illness – and their carers and families. We also support others with a range of disabilities and their carers and families. We meet […] Tags: emotional, Emotional wellbeing, carer, family, carers, Hafal, Community Mental Health Team, coffee, drinks, Support, get together, family support Locations: Cardiff
Adferiad Recovery Reg no: 2751104 Aims & Objectives: Increasing number of Carers Assessments Increasing number of reviews of Carers Assessments Increasing the social and health wellbeing of carers Develop specific information for adult mental health carers Support the Local Authority to deliver prudent care Services: Funded by Cardiff Local Authority, […] Tags: care, family support, Support, carer, caring, family, Advice Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale
Adferiad Vale of Glamorgan Coffee Morning for Carer’s – Mental Health Recovery Services Reg no: 2751104 What we do Adferiad is a Member-led Charity supporting people with mental health problems – with a special emphasis on those with a serious mental illness – and their carers and families. We also support others with a range of life-challenges such as addiction, and their carers and […] Tags: Community Mental Health Team, coffee, Support, drinks, get together, family support, emotional, Emotional wellbeing, carer, family, carers, Hafal Locations: Vale of Glamorgan
APCymru – Celebrating Neurodiversity Charity No. 1148010 AP Cymru are striving to make the world a better place for neurodivergent children and young people. AP Cymru provides a toolkit of empowerment /guidance, knowledge and understanding through lived-experience via Support Services, Workshops, Training, Clinics and our Family Activity Programme. This enables and empowers the parent/carer with the necessary expertise […] Tags: Training, family support, health, neurodivergent, charity, Support, education, family activity, mental health, Neurodiverse, consultation, Autism, adhd, wellbeing Locations: Wales, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale
Barnardo’s – Youth Engagement and Wellbeing Service (YEWS) National Charity 216250/SC037605 Aims & Objectives YEWS is a new service for young people aged 16 – 25 years in Cardiff who experience difficulties sustaining education and/or employment, because of barriers relating to their mental ill-health or emotional wellbeing. The service is specifically aimed at young people who are experiencing social […] Tags: teen, Training, teenager, Support, adolescent, mental health, education, young people, Children, Emotional wellbeing, child, employment, young adult Locations: Cardiff
Counselling Services 2023 (leaflet) To download the leaflet please click the link below counselling services March 24 d.pdf This leaflet is also available on our ‘Leaflets and publications’ page here Tags: voluntary sector, Agencies, Counselling, Cardiff and Vale, vale, IPT, GP, Counsellors Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale
Cruse Bereavement Care (Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan) Registered Charity No. 208078 Aims & Objectives Our mission is that we support people through one of the most painful times in life – with bereavement support, information and campaigning. Values are crucial to the culture of any organisation. Our values underpin everything we do. Whether we’re talking to a client or to a […] Tags: Support, Grief, Bereavement support, Bereavement, grieving, sudden death, widow, loss, death, widower, passing Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale
Effro Effro offers a wide range of dementia related training opportunities, throughout Wales. Effro leads group sessions in Care homes, or anywhere where there is a community of people with dementia, (within our area of service); sessions are underpinned by theories such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and Reminiscence Therapy and intended to be multi-sensory, fun environments […]
Motion Control Dance To enrich lives through movement whilst breaking down barriers to create positive attributes for life. Motion Control Dance works in the across the Vale, taking a holistic approach to increase health and wellbeing and reduce social exclusion by working with disadvantaged families, older people and those with disabilities and who are most vulnerable, allowing them […] Locations: Cardiff and surrounding areas, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Barry, Penarth, Western Vale
Place 2Be – National Charity charity no: 1040756 Aims & Objectives Our mission is to improve children and young people’s mental health. We believe that no child or young person should have to face mental health problems alone and our teams across the UK passionately support children and young people in managing challenges in their lives. […] Tags: Services, wellbeing, Counselling, young people, Support, School, Children, young, mental health Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff and surrounding areas, Wales wide
Platfform Charity No: 1000889 For mental health and social change We work with people who are experiencing challenges with their mental health, and with communities who want to create a greater sense of connection, ownership and wellbeing in the places that they live. We work with people experiencing challenges with their mental health, and […] Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale
Platfform – Power Up Project Create and implement a vision for a more resilient and mentally healthy future for young people in their community Design and develop new solution-focussed approaches to young people’s mental health and resilience, with a focus on: Addressing mental health inequalities that were highlighted and made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic Designing new ways to prevent mental health problems from developing […]
POBL Floating Support Cardiff Charity number: 1161479 Aims and Objectives To help support tenants with potential risk of homelessness and to prevent homelessness. To support clients through eviction process To signpost clients to relevant organisations to assist with tenancy issues Type of organisation Support Workers for tenancy and housing related issues […] Tags: volunteer, voluntary sector, Floating support, Homelessness prevention, Tenancy support, Homeless, Homelessness Locations: Cardiff
QUALIA LAW CIC Company number: 13508657 Non-profit social enterprise – Community Interest Company Limited by Guarantee Aims & Objectives Our mission: We are a non-profit social enterprise providing free legal advice, training and financial safeguarding for the social care and third sector, specifically those who support neurodiverse people (such as those living with dementia, brain […] Tags: Mental Capacity, Court of Protection, Lasting Power of Attorney, LPA, COP, Free Legal Advice Locations: Western Vale, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff and surrounding areas, Wales, Wales wide
Recovery Cymru Community Charity No. 1154530 Recovery Cymru is a peer-led, mutual aid, recovery community in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan that empowers people to achieve and maintain recovery while supporting others to do the same. Summary of Aims & Objectives: Recovery Cymru is a peer-led Recovery Community Organisation with three main […] Tags: peer-led, recovery, community Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale
RNID Cymru Registered Charity No. 207720 Summary of aims & objectives We help people confronting deafness, tinnitus, and hearing loss to live the life they choose. We enable them to take control of their lives and remove the barriers in their way. Services ATC – Access, Training and Consultancy Service Communication […] Tags: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff & Vale, wales wide, Wales, Cardiff
Stand Tall What we do We know that recent years have been very tough. We know that men are 3 times more likely to take their life, be addicted and less likely to seek help. Here at Stand Tall we aim to relieve the burden of poor mental health and wellbeing of the community of Barry […] Tags: voluntary sector, Support, volunteer, Vale of Glamorgan, men, male, mens, mens mental health Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Barry
Terrence Higgins Trust Cymru Charity number: 288527 Aims & Objectives: To reduce the spread of HIV and STIs and promote good sexual health To provide services which improve the health and quality of life of those affected To campaign for greater public understanding of the personal, social and medical impact of HIV and sexual ill health. […] Tags: Hepatitis, AIDS, HIV, Sexual health, STD, STI Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, south wales
Wild Rhythm Company number 14833981 Aims & Objectives We’re a not-for-profit organisation based in Cardiff, South Wales, with community and wellbeing being at the heart of what we do. Our aim is to get more people connected to nature, which among its many benefits, helps improve our physical and mental health Why Nature? Research […] Tags: Neurodiverse, wellbeing, disability, Social, mens mental health, Physical health, walking, Support, nature, mental health Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale

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2 Wish Voluntary Sector number 1149499 2wish are a Wales-wide charity, which means we cover all of Wales. Our head office is in Llantrisant, South Wales, but we have staff working in West and North Wales too, which means that no matter where you live in Wales, we will be able to support you. We […] Tags: parents, child, Grief, Bereavement, grieving, loss, death, Children, parent Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, south wales, Wales, Cardiff and Vale, Wales wide	2
4Winds User Led Association Registered Charity No. 1071770 Voluntary Sector – User Led Group. Summary 4Winds exists to provide an open-access, user led mental health resource service for people living in Cardiff and surrounding areas. We promote recovery through provision of recovery focused support, information and opportunities for involvement. Aims & Objectives […] Tags: Support, user led mental health Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan	4
Addiction Recovery Agency (ARA) Registered Charity No. 1002224 National Gambling Treatment Service Provider Wales. Aims & Objectives: To offer free support and counselling to any individual who is experiencing gambling harms To offer free support and counselling for any individual whose life has been affected by someone’s gambling. To raise the awareness of […] Tags: ROADS, Support, gamblers, gambling, Counselling, Homeless, Homelessness, housing, supported housing, Accommodation Locations: south wales, Cardiff and Vale, Wales, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan	A
Adferiad (formerly Hafal) Family Support Service Reg no: 2751104 What we do We offer emotional support to Carers, listening and being there for them. We can also help people access counselling, and more practical support with issues including advocacy, money, entitlements, volunteering and work. Carers are referred to us via a Carers Assessment social services. […] Tags: carers, Hafal, family support, carer, Community Mental Health Team, family, Support Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan	A
Adferiad Cardiff Coffee Morning for Carers – Mental Health Recovery Services Reg no: 2751104 What we do Adferiad is a Member-led Charity supporting people with mental health problems – with a special emphasis on those with a serious mental illness – and their carers and families. We also support others with a range of disabilities and their carers and families. We meet […] Tags: emotional, Emotional wellbeing, carer, family, carers, Hafal, Community Mental Health Team, coffee, drinks, Support, get together, family support Locations: Cardiff	A
Adferiad Recovery Reg no: 2751104 Aims & Objectives: Increasing number of Carers Assessments Increasing number of reviews of Carers Assessments Increasing the social and health wellbeing of carers Develop specific information for adult mental health carers Support the Local Authority to deliver prudent care Services: Funded by Cardiff Local Authority, […] Tags: care, family support, Support, carer, caring, family, Advice Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale	A
Adferiad Vale of Glamorgan Coffee Morning for Carer’s – Mental Health Recovery Services Reg no: 2751104 What we do Adferiad is a Member-led Charity supporting people with mental health problems – with a special emphasis on those with a serious mental illness – and their carers and families. We also support others with a range of life-challenges such as addiction, and their carers and […] Tags: Community Mental Health Team, coffee, Support, drinks, get together, family support, emotional, Emotional wellbeing, carer, family, carers, Hafal Locations: Vale of Glamorgan	A
Advocacy Matters (Wales) Registered Charity No. 1055211 Summary of aims & objectives: Advocacy Matters (Wales) provides a range of advocacy services including Independent Casework Advocacy for adults with a learning disability and / or Autism spectrum conditions in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. Independent Advocates support adults with a learning disability and/ or […] Tags: learning disabilities, Autistic, adults, ADD, learning difficulty, advocacy, learning difficulties, disability, medical, medical condition, Autism, medical conditions, learning disability, Autism spectrum, adhd, adult Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff, Wales, Vale of Glamorgan	A
Advocacy Support Cymru Ltd Registered Charity No. 1141999 Aims & Objectives Our organisational vision is to be lead independent mental health & mental capacity advocacy organisation in Wales, being used as an authority on advocacy by agencies and Government. Our mission is to champion empowerment and rights through providing professional, independent and reliable mental health […] Tags: social inclusion, social justice, equality, advocacy Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	A
Age Connects Cardiff and the Vale Charity Number: 1137821 Aims & objectives: Age Connects Cardiff and the Vale will help and support older people, especially those who are vulnerable, isolated and in poverty. The charity’s aims are to: • Enable older people to secure and uphold their rights at times when they may be vulnerable. • Provide […] Tags: older, elderly, vulnerable, older people, older persons Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan	A
Al-Anon Family Groups (including Alateen) All of Britain Voluntary sector. Self-help groups. Summary of aims and objectives: Al-Anon is worldwide and offers understanding and support for families and friends of problem drinkers, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not. Services: Please note that some meetings are currently being held online Local group meetings can be accessed by contacting the […]	A
Alcoholics Anonymous GB All of Britain Self-help, Voluntary Sector, Local and National Summary of aims & objectives: Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experiences, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. There are no dues or fees for […]	A
Alzheimer’s Society – Wales Regional Office National voluntary organisation. Registered Charity No. 296645 Aims & objectives: Provide help and support to people with dementia, carers and professionals. To provide support to localities across Wales. To give talks and presentations to carers and professionals. Campaigning to improve services. Services: Advice & information leaflets […] Tags: older persons, dementia, elderly, alzheimer's, older person, older people Locations: Wales wide, Wales	A
Alzheimer’s Society (South East Wales Locality) Registered Charity No. 296645 Aims & objectives: Alzheimer’s Society is the UK ‘s leading support and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers. Alzheimer’s Society champions the rights of people living with dementia and the millions of people who care for them. Alzheimer’s Society supports people to live well […] Tags: older persons, dementia, elderly, alzheimer's, older person, older people Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff, Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Vale of Glamorgan	A
APCymru – Celebrating Neurodiversity Charity No. 1148010 AP Cymru are striving to make the world a better place for neurodivergent children and young people. AP Cymru provides a toolkit of empowerment /guidance, knowledge and understanding through lived-experience via Support Services, Workshops, Training, Clinics and our Family Activity Programme. This enables and empowers the parent/carer with the necessary expertise […] Tags: Training, family support, health, neurodivergent, charity, Support, education, family activity, mental health, Neurodiverse, consultation, Autism, adhd, wellbeing Locations: Wales, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale	A
Ategi Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan. Also Bridgend, Swansea, Neath, Port Talbot, Rhondda Cynon Taff & Caerphilly Aims & Objectives: Providing high quality services, Ategi is committed to –‘Supporting people to live their lives, their way.’ Based in South East Wales, Buckinghamshire, and South Gloucestershire. Ategi mainly supports people who have learning disabilities and/or mental health […] Tags: learning disabilities	A
Barnardo’s – Youth Engagement and Wellbeing Service (YEWS) National Charity 216250/SC037605 Aims & Objectives YEWS is a new service for young people aged 16 – 25 years in Cardiff who experience difficulties sustaining education and/or employment, because of barriers relating to their mental ill-health or emotional wellbeing. The service is specifically aimed at young people who are experiencing social […] Tags: teen, Training, teenager, Support, adolescent, mental health, education, young people, Children, Emotional wellbeing, child, employment, young adult Locations: Cardiff	B
Barnardo’s Cymru Charity number: 216250 Aims & Objectives Barnardo’s Cymru has been working in Wales for over a century. Our aim is to reach out to the most disadvantaged children, young people, families and communities in Wales to help ensure that every child has the best possible start in life. We try to ensure that […] Tags: youth, families, Children, poverty, disadvantaged, Counselling, abuse, disadvantage, parents, guardian, young persons, child, First Episode Psychosis, mental health, childen, Reflect, Bereavement, carer, Headroom, family, refugee, family support, carers, asylum seeker, young people, young adults Locations: Cardiff, Wales wide, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales	B
Bawso Wales Registered Charity No. 1084854. Company No. 3152590. Summary of aims & objectives: Bawso delivers specialist services to people from Black and Ethnic Minority (BME) backgrounds. Bawso’s aims are: To provide generic and specialist services including the provision of temporary accommodation in Wales for those suffering from domestic abuse and all forms of violence; To […]	B
Cardiff and the Vale Drug and Alcohol Service (CAVDAS) CAVDAS is an alliance between Barod, Kaleidoscope and Recovery Cymru strategic partners G4S and Pobl. CAVDAS Alliance has been commissioned by the Cardiff and Vale Substance Misuse Area Planning board. CAVDAS services will deliver specialist support and interventions across Youth Justice Services, Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Cardiff Council Housing Services, Counselling, Recovery and Aftercare, Volunteering and […] Tags: CAVDAS, drug, Cardiff, alcohol, barod, adiction, Vale of Glamorgan, Recovery Cymru, Kaleidoscope, G4S, POBL	C
Cardiff and Vale Citizens Advice (Vale Services) Cardiff and Vale Registered Charity No. 1089294 Summary of aims & objectives: We aim to provide the advice people need for the problems they face and improve the policies and practices that affect people’s lives. We provide free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. We value diversity, promote equality […]	C
Cardiff CAB (Citizens Advice) Registered charity number: 279057 Summary of aims & objectives: Cardiff Advice provides free independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. Services: The service can provide advice on virtually any issue, including: Welfare benefits Debt Housing Family and Relationship Employment […]	C
Cardiff Mind Ltd Area Covered: Cardiff residents only Voluntary Sector Agency No.1020633 Mission Statement and Aims: Cardiff Mind promotes positive mental wellbeing through empowering and supporting people to access opportunities to give them independence and quality of life. Aims To provide services that place the consumer at their centre and that enable the consumer to discover and […] Tags: Counselling, Accomodation, Day Services, Support, Volunteering, Training Locations: Cardiff	C
Cardiff Nightline Currently closed due to Covid-19 Cardiff University, Cardiff Metropolitan University, University of South Wales and the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Voluntary organisation Summary of Aims and Objectives Nightline is a confidential listening and information service run by students of Cardiff University, the University of South Wales, Cardiff Metropolitan University and the Royal […]	C
Cardiff People First Cardiff Registered Charity No. 1109221 Summary of aims and objectives: We are run by and for people with a learning disability in Cardiff and we speak up for ourselves. We stand up for our rights and campaign to change attitudes, get better services and enjoy more opportunities. Services: Training courses and consultations for other organisations […] Tags: self advocacy, learning disability, campaigning Locations: Cardiff	C
Cardiff Third Sector Council Cardiff Registered Charity No. 1068623 Summary of aims & objectives: Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) is the umbrella organisation that promotes, supports and represents the voluntary sector in Cardiff. We provide services, support, training and advice to local charities, voluntary organisations, community groups and social enterprises, and foster relationships within the sector and between the […] Tags: Cardiff, Third Sector, 3rd Sector support, Training Locations: Cardiff	C
Cardiff Women’s Aid Cardiff Women’s Aid provides needs-based support and a place of safety for all women and children experiencing and at-risk of gender-based violence. We work alongside survivors to create change, raising awareness of the causes and consequences of violence against women and girls. We work in partnership with others to prevent gender-based violence and promote equality. […]	C
Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale Cardiff & Vale Voluntary Sector. Summary of aims & objectives: Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale exists to help older people to repair, adapt and maintain their homes thereby enabling them to live as independently as possible with increased safety, security, warmth and comfort. Services: The core Casework Service is the focal point of […]	C
Carers Wales (a part of Carers UK) Wales National Charity. Registered Charity No. 246329 Summary of aims & objectives: Carers Wales is here to improve carers’ lives and with Carers UK: We connect carers so no-one has to care alone – By joining us you become part of a community of carers who can support you through the ups and downs of […]	C
cavamh (Cardiff and Vale Action for Mental Health) Cardiff & the Vale Local Mental Health Development Service. Registered Charity No. 1148312. Company No. 8000094 Summary of aims & objectives: Cavamh works to progress mental health services by service user, carer and voluntary sector involvement, through networking, liaison with planners, providers and commissioners, and providing information, training and developmental support for organisations and service […]	c
Church Army Cardiff and immediate surrounding areas Registered Charity No. 226226 & SC040457 Summary of aims & objectives: To provide safe and secure accommodation To provide in partnership relevant support in developing independent living skills To provide in partnership relevant support in accessing training or employment or re-entering education Exit support To use all models of good […] Locations: Cardiff and surrounding areas	C
Community Care & Wellbeing Service [CCAWS] CCAWS – Charity No. 1177025, Voluntary Sector. Area: Cardiff & South East Wales Aims & Objectives CCAWS is a local mental health charity based in Cardiff supporting the diverse communities of Cardiff & South East Wales. We are a multi-linguistic and culturally sensitive mental health and wellbeing service, specialising in support for people from BAME […]	C
Concern Cymru Cardiff, Pontypridd, Mountain Ash, Sully and Afan Valley Registered Charity number: 1182469 Summary of aims & objectives: Our purpose is to provide a safe, non judgemental service to anyone regardless of race, creed or religion. We are a free at the point of need to any person who needs a listening ear. Services: We provide […]	C
Counselling Services 2023 (leaflet) To download the leaflet please click the link below counselling services March 24 d.pdf This leaflet is also available on our ‘Leaflets and publications’ page here Tags: voluntary sector, Agencies, Counselling, Cardiff and Vale, vale, IPT, GP, Counsellors Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	C
Counselling Services in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan – free booklet! Free download available – see below. This booklet covers Counselling Services provided in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. Statutory and voluntary sector (formerly voluntary sector) services are shown. Please note that Cardiff Mind still produce the blue list (formerly pink!) of private sector counselling services. As always we welcome comments/services to add/updates. added August […]	C
Cruse Bereavement Care (Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan) Registered Charity No. 208078 Aims & Objectives Our mission is that we support people through one of the most painful times in life – with bereavement support, information and campaigning. Values are crucial to the culture of any organisation. Our values underpin everything we do. Whether we’re talking to a client or to a […] Tags: Support, Grief, Bereavement support, Bereavement, grieving, sudden death, widow, loss, death, widower, passing Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale	C
DASH Bridgend area DASH is an independent charity based in Bridgend since 1983 Summary of aims & objectives: DASH exists to reduce harm to people affected by substance misuse. The Project: Offers free and confidential advice and support to residents of the Bridgend area Offers a service that is professional, friendly and respectful We do not […]	D
DEWIS Centre for Independent Living Vale of Glamorgan. Also Rhondda Cynon Taff, Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Registered Charity No. 1098229 Aims & Objectives: Supporting the independent lifestyle of disabled people Wales. Services: Direct Payments Support Managaed accounts Payroll services Training Advocacy – Newport, Conwy, Pembrokeshire, Denbighshire, Powys, Rhondda Cynon Taff Referrals: Social worker referral / self referral Contact: Amber House, Upper […]	D
Diverse Cymru – Have your say engagement What we do Bringing together people from diverse communities to encourage skills and hare information on services and how decision making works in Wales. Focus groups and engagement events on a wide-range of topics and consultations relevant to people from diverse communities. Providing opportunities for people to get involved directly in decision-making and supporting them […]	D
Diverse Cymru – training, consultancy and research What we do Training on a wide-range of equality and diversity related topics to public, private and third sector organisations. Courses range from introduction to equality and diversity and mental health awareness, to Equality Act 2010, Equality Impact Assessments, and engaging diverse communities. Courses can be tailored to each client’s needs and learning outcomes. Consultancy […]	D
Effro Effro offers a wide range of dementia related training opportunities, throughout Wales. Effro leads group sessions in Care homes, or anywhere where there is a community of people with dementia, (within our area of service); sessions are underpinned by theories such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and Reminiscence Therapy and intended to be multi-sensory, fun environments […]	E
FAN [Friends and Neighbours Groups] Charity No. 1134900 Cardiff, Barry Aims & Objectives: To promote religious and racial harmony by developing and strengthening good relations between individuals of all beliefs, races and cultures, thus fostering a spirit of kinship, mutual understanding and respect among the peoples of the world Services: The FAN Charity promotes the development of sustainable, FAN (Friends […]	F
Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) Vale of Glamorgan (some Vale and Cardiff service areas covered) Voluntary organisation. Registered Charity No. 1163193. Company No. 9517850. Summary of aims & objectives: GVS is an independent charity and has a flourishing membership of voluntary and community organisations active in the Vale of Glamorgan. We help to improve the quality of life of people […]	G
Good Neighbours in North Cardiff Cardiff Local community support Summary of aims & objectives: To provide support to those living in Llanishen, Thornhill, Lisvane, Lakeside, Roath Park, Cyncoed (West), and Heath who are elderly, disabled, infirm or who have special needs. Services: Transport Shopping Companionship General advice Referrals: Via website (www.goodneighboursinnorthcardiff.co.uk) or phone (see below). Contacts: Good Neighbours in North […]	G
Headway Cardiff & South East Wales South East Wales Charity No. 1063221 Summary of aims & objectives: Provides support for adults with acquired brain injury and their families living in South East Wales. This includes information and advice, sign posting, welfare benefits, counselling, community social and activity groups, and a specialist Independence and Wellbeing Centre. Is there a charge to use […]	H
Henna Foundation UK-wide Registered Charity Summary of aims & objectives: The Henna Foundation is a national registered charity committed to strengthening families within Muslim communities. Special attention and support is given to meet the needs of Muslim women, young people and children, ensuring that the Foundation acts as brokers, supporting positive engagement between marginalised sections of Muslim […]	H
Huggard Cardiff Homeless – Registered Charity No. 703074 Summary of aims & objectives: Our main aim is to provide warmth, shelter, support, advice and companionship to homeless and vulnerable people. Services: Huggard operate an Open Access Service Centre which is open from 8.30am – 7.30pm seven days a week providing access to: Advocacy Service Substance Misuse […]	H
Mental Health Foundation – Wales Wales Registered Charity No. 801130 Summary of aims & objectives: We are working towards a world with good mental health, and ending the inequalities that face people experiencing mental health problems, living with learning disabilities or reduced mental capacity. We develop and run research and delivery programmes across the UK that have, for more than […]	M
Mental Health Matters (MHM) Wales Bridgend County Borough Registered Charity No. 1123842 Summary of aims & objectives: Mental Health Matters Wales works with people who have a mental health related issue, other voluntary organisations and statutory services to promote mental well-being and to ensure there is a comprehensive range of mental health services in Wales.. Services: Community Advocacy Over 50’s […]	M
Mind Cymru Wales Wide Registered Charity No. 219830. Summary of aims & objectives: We’re Mind. We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect. We provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. We campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. Services: Our network of […]	M
Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan Registered Charity No. 1066411 Summary of aims & objectives: Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan aims to develop services which: Are based on the wishes, needs and rights of people who use the service Work to support and empower people with mental health problems Assist in developing ‘good practice’ in mental health services. Raise […] Tags: Mind, Mental Health Resources, resources, Services Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Barry, Penarth, Western Vale	M
Motion Control Dance To enrich lives through movement whilst breaking down barriers to create positive attributes for life. Motion Control Dance works in the across the Vale, taking a holistic approach to increase health and wellbeing and reduce social exclusion by working with disadvantaged families, older people and those with disabilities and who are most vulnerable, allowing them […] Locations: Cardiff and surrounding areas, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Barry, Penarth, Western Vale	M
National Autistic Society – Cardiff & Vale Branch Charity number: 269425 Parents /Carers /Interested Professionals – support group Aims & Objectives: Cardiff and the Vale NAS Branch is a parent/carer-led voluntary group who meet regularly to exchange information, advice and support in a sociable and friendly atmosphere. We are committed to raising awareness and understanding of Autistic Spectrum Disorders in […] Tags: carers, autisum, carer, Autistic, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, parent, Autism, NAS, National Autistic Society, Autism spectrum, parents, National, Autistic Spectrum Disorder Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Vale, Cardiff and Vale, The Vale, Cardiff	N
New Pathways South Wales Voluntary Sector Charity No. 1029186 Summary of aims & objectives: To relieve the mental and physical distress of women, men, children or young people who have suffered rape, sexual abuse or trauma, or have been affected by sexual crime. We aim to promote education and research into the subject of Sexual Abuse and […]	N
NSPCC Cardiff & Vale National Charity. Registered Charity No. 216401 Summary of aims & objectives: See services below. Services: In CTRL (Children aged between 9 and 13 years): The adapted In Ctl offer is designed to provide children with tailored support based on their needs with the aim of reducing risk of online harm including grooming, […]	N
Parkinson’s UK (Cardiff and Vale Services) Cardiff & Vale Registered Charity No. 258197. Summary of aims & objectives: Our aim is to find a cure and improve life for everybody affected by Parkinson’s Disease which is a complex, progressive, neurodegenerative condition that has a significant impact on all aspects of life for the person affected and their family. We do this […]	P
Parkinson’s UK Cymru All of Wales Registered Charity No. 258197 Summary of Aims and Objectives: We are a part of the Parkinson’s UK national charity, our vision is to find a cure, and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. There are five key elements in what we do for all people affected by Parkinson’s: Research We fund […]	P
Pedal Power Cardiff, Vale and RCT Aims & Objectives Overcome barriers to cycling especially for those who are disabled or disadvantaged Promote inclusive cycling as a route to equal access to health and wellbeing Provide an efficient and effective cycling service open to all children and adults for cycle hire, training and maintenance […] Tags: disabled, cycling, cycle, disability Locations: Cardiff, Cardiff Bay	P
Phoenix Heroes Activities Cymru CIC Community Interest Company – No: 15230708 Aims & Objectives Phoenix Heroes Activities Cymru CIC deliver free diversionary group activities in a safe and inclusive environment for individuals who recognise their drug and/or alcohol use has become problematic including those with co-occurring mental health challenges; known as dual diagnosis. Services […] Tags: Social prescribing, Community engagement, peer support, activities, mutual aid, healthy relationships, social connections, Diversionary activity Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	P
Place 2Be – National Charity charity no: 1040756 Aims & Objectives Our mission is to improve children and young people’s mental health. We believe that no child or young person should have to face mental health problems alone and our teams across the UK passionately support children and young people in managing challenges in their lives. […] Tags: Services, wellbeing, Counselling, young people, Support, School, Children, young, mental health Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff and surrounding areas, Wales wide	P
Platfform Charity No: 1000889 For mental health and social change We work with people who are experiencing challenges with their mental health, and with communities who want to create a greater sense of connection, ownership and wellbeing in the places that they live. We work with people experiencing challenges with their mental health, and […] Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale	P
Platfform – the Hangout Registered charity number: 1000889 The Hangout is a wellbeing & mental health service for young people in Cardiff and the Vale aged 11-18. Our aim is simple: be somewhere where young people can connect with others, feel part of their community and access mental health support Services We offer drop-in and booked 1-1 […] Tags: community, wellbeing, groups, out of hours, activities, young people, youth, Support, safe space, emotional, Platfform, 1-1, mental health, drop-in, Volunteering Locations: Cardiff and Vale, The Vale, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff	P
Platfform – The Vale Aims & Objectives We work with people who are experiencing challenges with their mental health, and with communities who want to create a greater sense of connection, ownership, and wellbeing in the places that they live. In the Vale of Glamorgan, we offer a range of services to meet the requirements […] Tags: Tenancy support, 24 hr Supported accommodation, Supported accommodation, Housing advice and support Locations: Vale of Glamorgan	P
Platfform – Power Up Project Create and implement a vision for a more resilient and mentally healthy future for young people in their community Design and develop new solution-focussed approaches to young people’s mental health and resilience, with a focus on: Addressing mental health inequalities that were highlighted and made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic Designing new ways to prevent mental health problems from developing […]	P
Platfform Wellbeing Registered Charity No. 1000889 Aims & objectives Platfform Wellbeing is a counselling and wellbeing space in the heart of Cardiff, offering counselling services, CBT, therapies & workplace wellbeing training – created by the Platfform, the Charity for Mental Health and Social Change. All profits are reinvested into Platfform to support mental health and community projects. […] Locations: UK, Cardiff and Vale, Wales, Cardiff	P
Pobl – Vale Housing Support	P
POBL Floating Support Cardiff Charity number: 1161479 Aims and Objectives To help support tenants with potential risk of homelessness and to prevent homelessness. To support clients through eviction process To signpost clients to relevant organisations to assist with tenancy issues Type of organisation Support Workers for tenancy and housing related issues […] Tags: volunteer, voluntary sector, Floating support, Homelessness prevention, Tenancy support, Homeless, Homelessness Locations: Cardiff	P
QUALIA LAW CIC Company number: 13508657 Non-profit social enterprise – Community Interest Company Limited by Guarantee Aims & Objectives Our mission: We are a non-profit social enterprise providing free legal advice, training and financial safeguarding for the social care and third sector, specifically those who support neurodiverse people (such as those living with dementia, brain […] Tags: Mental Capacity, Court of Protection, Lasting Power of Attorney, LPA, COP, Free Legal Advice Locations: Western Vale, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff and surrounding areas, Wales, Wales wide	Q
Race Equality First Registered Charity No. 1143830 Company Number: 07663315 Our Mission To provide support, advice, leadership and an influential voice for people who face discrimination, harassment, hate crime and disadvantage. Our Aims To work towards the elimination of racial discrimination. To promote equality of opportunity across all protected characteristics […] Tags: Training, equality, Race equality, Discrimination casework, 1-2-1 Counselling and mental health support, advocacy, Advice, Social Activities, Sport, Racism, Physical Activities, Support, Hate crime, Discrimination Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Wales	R
Ray of Light Cancer Support Charity/ third sector 1190392 Aims & Objectives Ray of Light Cancer Support provides free support to patients, carers, friends and families affected by cancer. Ray of Light Wales Cancer Support was set up in 2009, for and by people who are affected by cancer. Ray of Light recognises and understands the uncertainty, […] Tags: cancer, cancer support Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	R
Recovery Cymru Community Charity No. 1154530 Recovery Cymru is a peer-led, mutual aid, recovery community in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan that empowers people to achieve and maintain recovery while supporting others to do the same. Summary of Aims & Objectives: Recovery Cymru is a peer-led Recovery Community Organisation with three main […] Tags: peer-led, recovery, community Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff, Cardiff and Vale	R
Red Sea House Cardiff Voluntary Sector Summary of aims & objectives: Red Sea House aims to provide good quality affordable housing for community elders. This scheme is designed for the needs of older people from the Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. Red Sea House is a scheme of 15 self- contained flats, located on Maria Street, Butetown, which […]	R
Relate Cymru charity number: 207314 Aims & Objectives: Building stronger relationships in Wales Services: We are an all-Wales charity offering relationship counselling services in individuals, couples, families and young people. We also cover psycho sexual therapy in some of our centres and a domestic violence perpetrator programme in some areas. Referral: Self […] Locations: Wales, Cardiff, Cardiff and surrounding areas, Wales wide, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	R
Riverside Advice Voluntary Sector, Registered Charity No. 1080314 Summary of aims & objectives To provide a comprehensive, quality, impartial, independent and free advice centre. Services Specialist Welfare Rights Advice service (Welfare Benefits and Debt) to people suffering from Mental Health Disorders. Legal Aid Agency Services Specialist […] Locations: Cardiff, Cardiff and surrounding areas, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	R
RNID Cymru Registered Charity No. 207720 Summary of aims & objectives We help people confronting deafness, tinnitus, and hearing loss to live the life they choose. We enable them to take control of their lives and remove the barriers in their way. Services ATC – Access, Training and Consultancy Service Communication […] Tags: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff & Vale, wales wide, Wales, Cardiff	R
Salvation Army Centre, Cardiff National Charitable Organisation Charity No. 215174 (Scotland SC037691) Aims & Objectives Aims To seek to empower the resident and facilitate long-term solutions to their housing and support needs. To identify the best available options for their rehousing. To make best use of the housing resources available, as fairly […] Locations: Cardiff	S
Samaritans Cardiff & the Vale, and the Valleys Voluntary Organisation Charity No. 247419 Summary of aims & objectives: The Samaritans is a registered charity, founded in 1953, which provides confidential and emotional support to people in crisis. The Samaritans’ “Vision” is that fewer people die by suicide. We work to achieve this by being available at […]	S
Sight Life Wales Sight Life (known as Cardiff Institute for the Blind until October 2019) provides a wide range of local services so that blind and partially sighted people across the majority of South Wales can enjoy independent, active, social and fulfilled lives. Originally established in 1865, we are one of the oldest charities in Wales. We […] Tags: sight, blind, Cardiff Institute For The Blind	S
SNAP Cymru Charity number: 1027599 Voluntary Sector Organisation Summary of aims & objectives: To advance the education of people with special educational needs / disability To provide information, advice and support to enable children, young people and their parents or guardians to participate fully in society and to assist them in their understanding […] Tags: Discrimination, education, bullying, exclusion, health and social care provision Locations: Wales, Wales wide, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	S
South Wales Anxiety & Depression Support Group Peer Support Group Aims and Objectives: The main aims of this group are: To provide peer support to anyone of any age suffering from mental health issues across South Wales To provide an outlet for people to discuss their problems in an informal, open, friendly and social environment where you can […] Tags: Panic Disorders, Shyness, Mental Illness, peer support, Stress Relief, Mental Health Support, Confidence, Depression, Depression Support, Anxiety, Social, Wellness, Social Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Support Locations: south wales, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan	S
Stand Tall What we do We know that recent years have been very tough. We know that men are 3 times more likely to take their life, be addicted and less likely to seek help. Here at Stand Tall we aim to relieve the burden of poor mental health and wellbeing of the community of Barry […] Tags: voluntary sector, Support, volunteer, Vale of Glamorgan, men, male, mens, mens mental health Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Barry	S
Student Minds – Cardiff University Registered Charity number: 1142783 Summary of Aims & Objectives We run student support groups so that students experiencing mental health difficulties have access to a supportive environment in which they can talk openly about life, university and mental health. Services Weekly support groups for students experiencing eating difficulties […] Tags: student, students, stress, Anxiety, Social Anxiety Locations: Cardiff	S
Tenovus Cancer Care Cancer Charity. Registered Charity No. 1054015 Summary of aims & objectives: Our ambitions: At Tenovus Cancer Care our aims are simple. We want to help prevent, treat and find a cure for cancer. We do this by offering support, advice and treatment to cancer patients and their loved ones. We also promote […] Tags: cancer patients, cancer, cancer support Locations: Wales, Wales wide, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	T
Terrence Higgins Trust Cymru Charity number: 288527 Aims & Objectives: To reduce the spread of HIV and STIs and promote good sexual health To provide services which improve the health and quality of life of those affected To campaign for greater public understanding of the personal, social and medical impact of HIV and sexual ill health. […] Tags: Hepatitis, AIDS, HIV, Sexual health, STD, STI Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, south wales	T
The Dyn Project Registered Charity No. 1071243 Summary of aims & objectives: The Dyn Project is a safety planning and advocacy service for gay, bisexual, transgender and heterosexual men who experience domestic abuse in the Cardiff area. We also operate a free confidential national helpline for men across Wales (0808 801 0321). The […] Locations: Cardiff	T
United Welsh – Oak House Reg. No. J099 Housing Association- Supported Housing Aims & Objectives Oak House assists, supports and enables clients to achieve their goals. The ultimate aim of the project is to resettle and reintegrate clients into permanent accommodation of their own. Services Oak House is a 20 bed dry hostel for homeless people […] Tags: home, Homeless, Homelessness, housing, hostel, Homelessness prevention Locations: Cardiff	U
United Welsh – PREP Reg. No. J099 Housing Association Aims & Objectives Prep provides accommodation to men and women who are homeless or inappropriately housed and who have additional support needs, such as mental health, drug,and alcohol problems. Prep is committed to providing a holistic and individual service, working towards empowerment and independence by way of mutually […] Tags: Homelessness prevention, home, substance abuse, Homeless, escape, Homelessness, housing, hostel Locations: Cardiff	U
Vale Domestic Abuse Services (formerly Atal y Fro / Women’s Aid, Vale of Glamorgan) Registered Charity No. 1034188 Summary of aims & objectives: Vale Domestic Abuse Services is a unique organisation dedicated to the elimination of domestic abuse. We do this by:- Sustaining and developing work relations with partners & stakeholders Raising awareness, informing and educating communities in the Vale on Domestic Abuse, its causes, consequences and […] Tags: domestic abuse, Cardiff & Vale, Barry, women & children Locations: Vale of Glamorgan	V
Vale People First Charity Number: 1124013 We are a self advocacy organisation run by people with a learning disability in the Vale of Glamorgan. We run meetings and groups to talk about what is important to us. We tell service providers what works for us and what doesn’t. We run lots of social gatherings and introduce […] Locations: Vale of Glamorgan	V
Veterans & Mental Health These are organisations which can offer support/advice/information to Veterans (see also Adult Mental Health Specialist Services – Veterans NHS Wales and Traumatic Stress Service). Change Step Combat Stress Royal British Legion SSAFA Forces Help – confidential helpline and Cardiff & Vale Branch contacts We realise that this is not an exhaustive list. If […] Tags: Veterans and mental health, Veteran, Veterans, Forces, Military Locations: Cardiff and Vale	V
Victim Support South Wales South Wales (including Cardiff and Vale) Registered charity number: 298028 Summary of aims & objectives Victim Support is a national charity for victims of crime. Staff and trained volunteers based in local branches provide support, information and practical help to people who have suffered crimes ranging from burglary to the murder of […] Tags: abuse, Support, harassment, equality, Advice, victim, crime, court, rights Locations: Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale, south wales, Cardiff	V
Voices from Care Cymru Registered Charity No. 1108430 Aims & Objectives We are a Young person led Organisation that supports children and young people who have experienced the care system in Wales. Our organization was founded 32 years ago because there was no other group representing care-experienced young people and their rights in Wales at the time. Our ultimate aim is […] Tags: CLA, Participation, Influencing, young people, wellbeing, Care-Experienced Locations: Cardiff and Vale, Wales, Wales wide, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan	V
Wild Rhythm Company number 14833981 Aims & Objectives We’re a not-for-profit organisation based in Cardiff, South Wales, with community and wellbeing being at the heart of what we do. Our aim is to get more people connected to nature, which among its many benefits, helps improve our physical and mental health Why Nature? Research […] Tags: Neurodiverse, wellbeing, disability, Social, mens mental health, Physical health, walking, Support, nature, mental health Locations: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Vale	W

Voluntary Sector

Social Firms

Counselling

Accommodation (including support linked to accommodation)

Veterans

Self Help

Advice / Information

Campaigning/Awareness Raising

Children and Young People

Education/Training

Emergency out of hours Services

24 Hour Services

Home Visits/Outreach

Men

Telephone Services/Helplines

Welfare Rights Advice

Women

Valued Occupation [inc. volunteering and employment opportunities]

Advocacy

Learning Disabilities

Drop-In/Resource Centres/Day Services

Resources

Social Activities

Carers/Family/Friends

Older People's Mental Health Services

Respite Services for Carers

Development [Cardiff & Vale]

User/Carer Involvement Groups

Black and Minority Ethnic Services

Direct Payments

Substance Misuse

Bereavement

Other

4Winds User Led Association

Adferiad (formerly Hafal) Family Support Service

Adferiad Cardiff Coffee Morning for Carers – Mental Health Recovery Services

Adferiad Recovery

Adferiad Vale of Glamorgan Coffee Morning for Carer’s – Mental Health Recovery Services

APCymru – Celebrating Neurodiversity

Barnardo’s – Youth Engagement and Wellbeing Service (YEWS)

Counselling Services 2023 (leaflet)

Cruse Bereavement Care (Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan)

Effro

Motion Control Dance

Place 2Be – National Charity

Platfform

Platfform – Power Up Project

POBL Floating Support Cardiff

QUALIA LAW CIC

Recovery Cymru Community

RNID Cymru

Stand Tall

Terrence Higgins Trust Cymru

Wild Rhythm

2 Wish

4Winds User Led Association

Addiction Recovery Agency (ARA)

Adferiad (formerly Hafal) Family Support Service

Adferiad Cardiff Coffee Morning for Carers – Mental Health Recovery Services

Adferiad Recovery

Adferiad Vale of Glamorgan Coffee Morning for Carer’s – Mental Health Recovery Services

Advocacy Matters (Wales)

Advocacy Support Cymru Ltd

Age Connects Cardiff and the Vale

Al-Anon Family Groups (including Alateen)

Alcoholics Anonymous GB

Alzheimer’s Society – Wales Regional Office

Alzheimer’s Society (South East Wales Locality)

APCymru – Celebrating Neurodiversity

Ategi

Barnardo’s – Youth Engagement and Wellbeing Service (YEWS)

Barnardo’s Cymru

Bawso

Cardiff and the Vale Drug and Alcohol Service (CAVDAS)

Cardiff and Vale Citizens Advice (Vale Services)

Cardiff CAB (Citizens Advice)

Cardiff Mind Ltd

Cardiff Nightline

Cardiff People First

Cardiff Third Sector Council