Community Directory

ADHD UK is a national charity providing information, support and advocacy for people affected by ADHD, raising awareness, reducing stigma and promoting research to improve understanding and care.

Land-based day service for people of all ages, needs and abilities. Based upon 12 acres of land and woodland, ARK creates a safe, outdoor space for people to relax, engage with others and improve their overall health and wellbeing. We grow our own produce, vegetables and flowers, and offer a number of rural based arts and crafts, cooking, hedge laying and other activities on site. Offerings include: therapeutic volunteering & Mental health, young people/schools/DOFE, Armed Forces community, workshops and courses.

Taunton based Breastfeeding support, buggy walks, health walks, art classes, games club, mental health, and support groups

Carers UK is a national charity supporting unpaid carers, providing information, advice and support, and campaigning to improve carers’ rights, wellbeing and access to services across the UK.

Charity Excellence Framework is a free UK platform offering funding searches, tools and resources to help charities improve operations, access support and strengthen their impact through self?assessment and guidance.

Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is a UK charity providing free debt advice and support, alongside budgeting, life skills and job programmes, helping people overcome financial hardship and work towards becoming debt free.

Citizens Advice Somerset provides free, confidential, impartial advice. They support people with issues such as benefits, debt, housing, employment and relationships, helping them understand their rights and find solutions. Call 0808 278 7842 or access support online

Combat Stress provides specialist mental health support for veterans in the UK. The charity offers treatment for conditions such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety, alongside helplines and community services to support recovery and wellbeing.

Inclusive activities across Somerset for children with a disability or additional need. Services offered include monthly family clubs & teen clubs, fun days out for families during school holidays, MAX Cards for discounted entry to attractions, free family passes to various local venues. Coordinators can also provide signposting to local support groups and carry out an early support assessment and plan.

An organisation of disabled people working through consultation, representation, research and service provision to improve access to all services and facilities