Pan Lothian

Including You
http://www.deafaction.org/
This project provides support, advice and learning opportunities to hard of hearing people in Edinburgh and Lothian who are fighting to maintain their quality of life. Support is offered both on a one-to-one basis and in groups and provides a comprehensive service, which includes advice about hearing aids and welfare benefits, as well as establishing support groups that will improve the confidence and self esteem of people who are at risk of becoming withdrawn from social networks.
49 Albany Street
Edinburgh, EH1 3QY
0131 550 0995

Lothiansound
www.lothiansound.org.uk
Lothiansound is a weekly audio recording of news and events read mainly from the Edinburgh Evening News
0131-661-2850

RNIB Edinburgh & The Lothians Befriending Service
Befriending offers a supportive, reliable relationship to people who may otherwise be socially isolated. A volunteer befriender will meet with a client on a regular basis, generally once a fortnight. They may meet up for a chat, could help with reading mail, or perhaps go for a short walk, depending on the individual.
RNIB Edinburgh and Lothians
12-14 Hillside Crescent
Edinburgh EH7 5DZ
0131 652 3140

Stepping Out Residential Short Breaks for Carers and Former Carers
Stepping Out is an organised, structured residential break for carers. Currently the service runs from a Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon. The breaks incorporate educational, therapeutic, emotional and social support for carers. Although the weekend is full of organised activities, carers are welcome to feel free and use the time away as they want to. This begins on the Friday evening with a meal together, followed by a range of therapy sessions which carers sign up for to receive an individual treatment. Saturday morning is workshop based and may vary, but usually incorporates some physical activity, such as Tai Chi and emotional support, such as confidence building, relaxation and stress management. Saturday afternoon has an organised mini-bus trip to a local place of interest, and often an organised physical activity such as canoeing, walking etc.
0131 661 2077

Relationships Scotland
www.relationships-scotland.org.uk
18 York Place
Edinburgh
EH1 3EP
0845 119 2020

Couple Counselling Lothian
http://www.cclothian.org.uk/
Counselling also available in Sighthill, Livingston, Howden and Dalkeith; contact Dundas St office for appointments
9a Dundas Street
Edinburgh EH3 6QG
0131 556 1527

Scottish Marriage Care
http://www.scottishmarriagecare.org/
Provides relationship counselling to couples and individuals all over Scotland. The relationship counselling session is free of charge, but clients who are able to do so are encouraged to contribute towards the cost. Each session costs SMC £40.
Scottish Marriage Care Edinburgh
Gillies Centre
113 Whitehouse Loan
Edinburgh EH10 1BB
Appointments: 0845 271 2711 The Relationship Helpline: 0845 122 8655

The PF Counselling Service
http://www.pfcounselling.org.uk/
Counselling Service
8 Balcarres Street
Edinburgh
EH10 5JB
0131 447 0876

CrossReach
http://www.crossreach.org.uk/
CrossReach is part of the Church of Scotland, our services are available to people of all faiths or none at all.
Charis House
47 Milton Road East
Edinburgh EH15 2SR
0131 657 2000

North East Edinburgh Counselling Service (NEECS)
http://www.neecscounselling.org.uk/
Sessions are free but contributions are discussed.
31 Haddington Place
Leith Walk
Edinburgh EH7 4AG
0131 557 4478

VOCAL Carers Centre
www.vocal.org.uk
Counselling for carers

The Saheliya counselling service
www.saheliya.org.uk
Is free to enable anyone coming for counselling to understand themselves better and more able to cope with their difficulties or distress. Counselling is provided in English and a variety of Black/Minority Ethnic languages.
10 Union Street
Edinburgh EH1 3LU
0131 556 9302

Your Call
Telephone counselling for disabled people. Free confidential counselling in Scotland. Monday/Tuesday 11-3pm Tuesday 11am-1pm
0808 801 03 62

Lothian Disabled Living Centre
The centre is run by occupational therapists. You can try out an up to date range of equipment and will be given advice on prices and suppliers.
Astley Ainslie Hospital
Grange Loan
Edinburgh EH9 2HL
0131 537 9190

The Disabled Living Centre
Dundas Resouce Centre
Oxgang Road
Grangemouth FK3 9EF
01324 504 311

The Disabled Living Foundation
http://www.dlf.org.uk/
Disabled Living Foundation (DLF), a national charity that provides free, impartial advice about all types of disability equipment and mobility products for older and disabled people, their carers and families. Why not ask Sara DLF’s new online guided advice tool?
0845 130 9177

Keycomm
www.keycomm
Exists to help people with communication impairments make use of technology to contribute to and control their environments.
1C Pennywell Road
Edinburgh EH4 4PH
0131 311 7130

Communication Matters
http://www.communicationmatters.org.uk/
Is committed to supporting people who find communication difficult because they have little or no clear speech. You will find here information on methods of communication which can be used to supplement the more usual methods of speech and writing. These methods are called Augmentative and Alternative Communication, or AAC for short
Catchpell House
Carpet Lane
Edinburgh EH6
0845 456 8211

Ability Net
www.abilitynet.org.uk
A national charity helping disabled adults and children use computers and the internet by adapting and adjusting their technology.
Freephone 0800 269 545 (if you call from home) or 01926 312 847 (if you call from work, minicom accessible)

Mobility Tyres
www.mobilitytyres.co.uk
Many hundreds of scooters, powerchairs, and wheelchairs are purchased annually. It can be difficult to get professional help in sourcing and replacing tyres and batteries and obtaining the correct sizes for your mobility product. Mobility Tyres in Whitburn, West Lothian, will help you with your requirements and deliver usually withing 3 working days
Gardner-Young Buildings
Burnhouse Industrial Estate
Whitburn
West Lothian EH47 0LQ
01501 744 999 or 01501 744 947

Medical and Disabled Equipment
www.med-ecosse.co.uk
Offers a full range of equipment and aids, plus a service and repair centre
32 Dryden Road
Bilston Glen Industrial Estate
Loanhead
Midlothian EH20 9LZ
0131 440 4225

British Red Cross
http://www.redcross.org.uk/
Lothian Branch
West Point House
69 North Gyle Terrace
Edinburgh EH12 8JY
0131 338 5700

Doctors Surgeries
http://www.nhs24.com/FindLocal
Find GP Surgeries using the NHS24 Find A Service search facility

Hospitals
http://www.nhs24.com/FindLocal
For details of hospitals in your area and throughout the Lothians please use the NHS24 service search facility on the link provided

LEAP (Lothians and Edinburgh Abstinence Programme) (NHS Lothian)
Residential rehabilitation for people who wish to get and stay off alcohol and/or drugs.
Woodlands House
Astley Ainslie Hospital
(Canaan Lane entrance)
Edinburgh EH9 2HL
0131 446 (4)4400

NHS Lothian website
www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
Under community (through above website) links to Edinburgh/Midlothian/east Lothian community health partnerships. Lists many services available within those areas.

RefHelp
www.refhelp.scot.nhs.uk
Designed to help GPs and other clinicians make the best possible referrals within Lothian. It is available from the SCI gateway application and also directly via the internet or from links in the NHS Lothian intranet site
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Pharmacies
http://www.nhs24.com/FindLocal
Find pharmacies using the NHS24 Find A Service search facility

Smoking Cessation
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender people in Lothian (if not keen on attending generic services)
0131 523 1104 or 0131 558 9444.

Smoking Cessation, Pharmacy
http://www.nhs24.com/FindLocal
All Community Pharmacies (chemists) participate in the NHS Lothian Stop Smoking Services Pharmacy Scheme and offer one-to-one stop smoking support. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is on prescription directly from the pharmacist if desired, meaning that clients do not need to visit their GP for a prescription for nicotine replacement therapies. A list of all pharmacies can be accessed via NHS24 “Find a Service”

Dental Services
How to register with a dentist – If you are new to the area or, for any other reason, are not already registered with a dentist, you are recommended to do so. You can obtain details of NHS dentists currently registering patients by telephoning 0131 537 please telephone the Lothian Dental Advice Line: Tel 0131 536 4800

Dental Emergencies
During the day – Edinburgh, East Lothian Midlothian and West Lothian Registered patients – contact your dental practice. If you are not sure about the emergency arrangements at your dental practice, ask about these the next time you visit. Unregistered patients – an emergency service for the relief of pain only is available: Adult patients aged 16 years and over Chalmers Dental Centre 3 Chalmers Street Edinburgh. Monday – Thursday, 9am – 4.45pm and on Friday, 9am to 4.15pm. Child patients aged under 16 years Children’s Department Edinburgh Dental Institute Level 3, Lauriston Building Lauriston Place Edinburgh Monday to Friday 9.00-11am and 2-3.00pm
Community Dental Service
Housebound Service
Duncan Street Dental Centre
16 Duncan Street
Edinburgh EH9 1SR
0131 667 7144

Podiatry Service
http://www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/Community/EdinburghCHP/Services/Documents/podiatry_department_application_form.pdf
Patients can self refer for a clinic visit by filling out an application form (see website link). GPs or other health care professionals can also make referrals if they wish.
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Lothian Sexual Health
http://www.lothiansexualhealth.scot.nhs.uk/
The Lothian Sexual Health website has been created by experts to provide reliable and straightforward information about sexual health & services for people in Lothian.

The Action Group
www.actiongroup.org.uk
The Housing Support Service helps people live independently with various conditions and acquired brain injuries (Lothian wide).
The Action Group,
Norton Park Centre
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
0131 475 2315

Lothian and Borders fire Brigade
Free home fire safety checks
0800 169 0320

Energy Assistance
A free home energy check. This short survey will check how energy efficient your home is and suggest practical changes and improvements. It can help you save money by reducing the amount of energy you use in your home. It can be done over the phone. Or you can fill in a home energy check online and we’ll aim to call you back within 2 working days. Whether you are working, retired or receiving benefits we can provide free energy advice to you.
0800 512 012

More money in your pocket
A benefit and tax credit check, and access to the lowest-cost energy rates. Many people miss out on money they are entitled to from benefits and tax credits – just because they don’t know it’s there. We can help find out if this applies to you. Some people discover they can get as much as £1,500 extra per year. Energy suppliers also offer some people discounted energy rates. We can advise about any discounts that may be available to help you pay less for the energy you use.
0800 512 012