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ACCORD - Elund Foulds - 01302 742963 - To offer mutual support and encouragement to anyone suffering from depression, panic attacks, phobias and other related disorders. Meets on the last Wednesday of each month, 1:45pm - 3:45pm. Provides information, opportunities for discussion, speakers on relevant topics, outings and visits.

ADHD Awareness Group - Michelle Brough - 28 Park Avenue, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 2AY - 07967478811 - Raise awareness of A.D.H.D. and share experiences. Provide emotional and practical support for parents and carers. To find practical coping strategies.

Alzheimer's Society (Doncaster Branch) - 1st Floor, 58 Balby Road, Doncaster, DN4 0JL - 01302 325628, FAX 01302 325628 - alzheimersdoncasteer@society91.fsnet.co.uk - To provide information and support to people with dementia, their families and carers. To raise awareness of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Carer's Support Group - third Tuesday of each month 1:30 - 3:30pm Doncaster Central Library, Waterdale. Dementia information and support service for carers. Befriending scheme for people with dementia. Free information sheets/booklets and quarterly newsletter. Volunteering opportunities, especially for Befriending scheme. Branch Office - use of videos, books, time for a chat.

Autism (Thorne House Service for) - 3 Field Road, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 4AG - 01405 812128, FAX 01405 741081 - info@thorneautism.org.uk - Thorne House Service for Autism is dedicated to addressing the needs of those with autistic spectrum disorders, by the provision of specialised care, training and support services. Thorne House Services for Autism provides specialised care and educational facilities to adults with autism. We are also able to offer assessment, advice, training and family support to anyone involved with the care or education of an individual with autism.

Autism Support Group (Doncaster) - Paul Gittings - 7 Yew Tree Crescent, Rossington, Doncaster, DN11 OEJ - 01302 868396 - gittingspaul@aol.com - To offer support and advice for parents, carers and anyone with an interest in autism. The group meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Park Hotel, Bennetthorpe. 7-9pm. An informal meeting welcoming anyone with an interest in autism.

Autistic Society Doncaster - Debbie Eleftheriades - 5 Heather Court, Shaw Wood Business Park, Doncaster, DN2 5YL - 01302 328271, FAX 01302 328914 - To raise the profile of Autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) throughout Doncaster and to ensure that all those with ASD receive appropriate services that meet their needs. Providing a free and confidential support and information service for people with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD), their families, carers and anyone who is interested in ASD. Hosting talks and conferences on autism. Opportunities for volunteering. Play activities and respite for children with ASD and families. Hosting monthly coffee mornings.

Doncaster Autistic Society (DAS) - Marianner Bilbe - PO BOX 792, Doncaster, DN2 5WT - 07896 190495 - donautsoc@tiscali.co.uk - To offer support of persons throughout Doncaster with Autistic Spectrum disorders, their parents and carers. Monthly meetings (term time only) at The Lonsdale Hotel, Intake offering support to all members. Usually 2nd Tuesday of the month 10am - 12noon. Opportunities for volunteering.

Doncaster Carers/Users Mental Health Group - Mike Woodcock - 34 Ratten Row, Wadworth, Doncaster, DN11 9BJ - 01302 570698 - mickval3453@onetel.com - Promote and support mental health service carers and users in the Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Area. Assist the Doncaster and South Humber healthcare Trust form better mental health services for all citizens, without the need for private medicine systems.

Donnywasp - Sue Welch - c/o 5 Heather Court, Shaw Wood Business Park, Doncaster, DN2 5YL - 01302 328271, FAX 01302 328914 - Donnywasp and Donnywasp Juniors are youth groups for young people with Aspergers, part of the autistic spectrum. Donnywasp 13 - 18 years. Juniors 9 - 12 years. Donnywasp Juniors Wednesday 5pm-6:30pm. Donnywasp Wednesday 6:30pm-8:30pm held at Armthorpe Youth Club, Mere Lane, Armthorpe (term time only). Youth clubs for youths with Aspergers (ASD), activities include snooker, table tennis, Playstation, computer activities. Also looking at issues such as bullying, friendships, self esteem, transition to secondary education.

Epilepsy Action - helpline@epilepsy.org.uk 0808 800 5050 UK number.
Doncaster contact, 01302 783599 - Irene Beevers - Supporting people with Epilepsy and their carers with advice and information.

Headway (Doncaster) - 01302 556277 - Julie Brignall-Morley, Sovereign House, Heavens Walk, Doncaster, DN4 5HZ - Offers support to people with brain injuries etc.

Manic Depression Fellowship Self Help Group - 01302 326226 - suzannerigby@msn.com - To inform and educate.

Mencap (Doncaster) - 01302 360617 - doncastermencap@care4free.net - Supporting people with mental health/learning difficulties/disabilities.

Mind (Doncaster) - 01302 812190 - office@doncastermind.org.uk - Jackie Lewis - Supporting people with mental health issues/emotional distress.

Out and About Club - 01302 834629 - douglas.gallon@btinternet.com - Doug Gallon - For people who have or have had mental health issues.

PROP (People Relying On People) - 01302 325628 - denise.chaston@dsh.nhs.uk - Peter Marshall - Self-help group for people with memory problems and promoting health and well being for their carers.

Rethink - 01302 854458 - Ray Riley - Unit 12, Stevens Road, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 OLT - To improve lives of anyone affected by Schizophrenia and other severe mental health issues.

Stapleton Road Resource Centre - 01302 734797 - chris.makin@doncaster.gov.uk - Chris Makin - To support and encourage people with mental health issues become more actively involved in training, education and employment.

Stroke and Carers Group - Bob Kirk - Patients and Friends Lounge, Tickhill Road Hospital, Balby, DN4 8QL - To give stroke sufferers and carers advice and a better social life.

Sue Ryder - Hickleton Hall - Sue Ryder Care Centre, Hickleton Hall provides four main types of care: Residential, Nursing care, Respite care and Day Care.

SYDEX - 01302 322554 - Joyce Draper - c/o 21 Lawn Road, Doncaster, DN1 2JE - To provide support and information on service related post traumatic stress disorder etc.