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  • British Sjogren's Syndrome Association

    Sjogren's Syndrome is the second most common autoimmune rheumatic desease, it affects more than half a million adults in the UK alone. The disease is characterised by the degeneration of mucus-secreting glands, particularly the tear ducts of the eyes and the saliva glands of the mouth. The condition is associated with a host of other symptoms, which include arthitis and extreme fatigue, disabling joint pain and muscle aches. Sjogren's Syndrome is a debilitating and distressing condition, with many patients becoming so ill that they are unable to work. We aim to raise awareness of the disease and support research into its cause and treatment. As a self-help organisation, it is dedicated to providing mutual support and information to individuals affected by the disease. No cure currently exists for the condition and the cause remains unknown, but the BSSA endeavours to support research into Sjogren's by providing research grants on an annual basis. Sjogren's Syndrome has not commanded a high profile and has therefore been under-diagnosed and under-treated. The BSSA hopes to change this by raising awareness of the syndrome.

  • Brook

    Brook provides a range of sex and relationships and health and wellbeing education and support for young people. Brook four approaches are: Health promotion activities: give young people introductory information along with key messages and are designed to inspire them to want to find out more. The focus is on communicating a specific health and wellbeing message to young people in large groups or at open events. This could include: • School assemblies • University Fresher’s Fairs • Stall at events (e.g. community fairs, festivals etc.) • Handing out flyers Education sessions: are one-off sessions that allow time for young people to explore one topic in detail. It is an opportunity for young people to learn new information, share existing knowledge, practice skills, and think critically and question taken for granted assumptions and beliefs. Education programmes: which can include group work - incorporate a social element of learning and enable groups of young people to grow and develop over time through following a flexible programme within a fixed timescale. Learning techniques: games, small group work, reflective exercises, building relationships with others, team work, goal setting.

  • Broomfield Senior Citizens Club

    Enjoy holidays as a group, members pay for own holidays. 46 members 5 on the committee. Meetings once a fortnight at Smethwick Cricket Club on Wednesdays 1.45 - 4.00pm. Playing Bingo to raise funds plus a raffle.

  • Brushstrokes

    Brushstrokes works with needy and deprived families in Smethwick. It provides clothing to the destitute, ESOL computer classes, parenting courses and there is a creche, but places are limited. Brushstrokes runs a Food bank on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 12 noon to 3 pm. On Friday, it runs a community meal from 12 noon to 2 pm. Foundation management partners: St Philips Roman Catholic Parish, Infant Jesus Sisters, Father Hudson's Society.

  • BUDS - Better Understanding of Dementia for Sandwell

    BUDS’ target audience is predominantly people living with dementia and their carers and families. However, BUDS has extended some of its services to people over the age of 65 who are experiencing isolation due to the pandemic. The organisation currently telephones their client group weekly. During these phone calls, vaccination is discussed. Clients are asked if they have received the vaccine, whether they been contacted or are there any reasons why they may not get the vaccine and if BUDS can help. The charity is also in contact with a separate group of carers through their Carer and Family Support Service to make the same enquiries. Information has been passed on to Carers about the recent change in in guidelines that has prioritised carers for the vaccine. For clients unable to leave the house, support is being provided by contacting GPs to find out how and when their vaccine will be administered. Support is also being provided to families around the issue of mental capacity and consent to the vaccine which affects some people living with dementia. BUDS put regular posts on their Facebook page encouraging people to take up the vaccine and be proactive if they have not been yet contacted.

  • Building Bridges Training

    We are an independent social enterprise which makes a difference to the lives of people with a learning disability through delivering training and research. Building Bridges Training enables people with a learning disability to be included and have full and valued roles in their local community. We do this through the following five activities; 1. Inclusive research with people with a learning disability to understand the issues that affect the lives of people with a learning disability. We have a research group that meet monthly, plus additional project work depending on current funding. We have undertaken research projects on topics such as living independently, claiming PIP, and currently on the election and politics. 2. Training staff who work with people with a learning disability such as giving good support to parents with a learning disability, setting up a social enterprise. 3. Training staff from mainstream organisations so they can better understand and support people with a learning disability who use their services. 4. Delivering courses for people with a learning disability on topics such as financial capability ‘Managing my Money’ and well-being ‘Look After Yourself’. 5. Producing resources; these include good practice guidelines for staff such as producing easy read information and easy read resources for people with a learning disability such as a keep safe check list, money and banking dictionary.

  • Bustleholme Football Club

    We are a football club who cater for children from age 6 to adult. We began in 1975 with one boys football team and progressed to our present 16 teams. We encourage anyone in the local community to get involved with our teams. Our reputation in encouraging youngsters to keep fit and involved is well known.

  • Cameroon Children and Women Project in the UK

    We provide for refugee children and women from the Cameroon community in the UK through advice and information services, translation, interpretation and representation. Our services cover matters related to immigration, welfare, housing and healthcare. We also provide education and training opportunities to develop employment skills and facilitate integration and inclusion into the wider community through cultural exchange and the arts.

    This organisation is dormant.

  • Cape Community Day Care Centre

    Day car centre and place of worship. The Cape Hill Day Care Centre provides day care and luncheon club services for older people twice a week. While 80% of the members are African Caribbean, the Centre welcomes all cultures and nationalities. Most are frail, vulnerable and isolated in their homes. With financial support from Sandwell Social Services for one day, the luncheon club is funded by volunteers. The Centre offers meals on wheels to house bound clients and a has befriending service for people who attend the Day Centre that ensures people are connected. We do not do a telephone befriending service. There are quarterly social outings and weekly crafts, IT and exercise sessions. Newly settled migrants utilise the services of the Centre aiding knowledge of local facilities, encouraging security and social inclusion. The Centre is run independently of the Church, the International Firstborn Church of The Living God. Sunday service is from 11 am - 2.30 pm; with Sunday School 11 am – 12 noon followed by a Devotional Service. Evening Service 6 pm – 8 pm. Bible Class and Prayer Meetings alternate Wednesday.

  • Care Link West Midlands

    Provide general support for people from central african french speaking countries who are seeking asylum or who are granted refugee status and their dependents living in the West Midlands region, mainly in Sandwell area.

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