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We are a Christian charity (Registered Charity: 1183290) that seeks to enhance the lives of all people in the Handforth, Wilmslow and Knutsford areas. Our services include: Food Bank – 3 day emergency food hampers are available to people in crisis who have been referred to us. Hope Centres – Our Hope Centres offer further support to help address the root causes of poverty. They are held weekly at St. Cross Knutsford (Monday), Lacey Green (Tuesday), St. Chad’s Handforth (Thursday) and Open Arms, Colshaw Farm, Wilmslow (Friday). Debt Centre – We are connected with CAP (Christians Against Poverty) to help support people out of debt. Job Club – Our Job Club supports with CV writing & interview skills, equipping people in their search for work. Life Skills / Money Management – We run a free course, equipping people to take control of their finances and learn how to budget. English Class – We support displaced people who are being housed locally with English lessons and community building.    
RAIS is a local charity which provides advocacy, information and support services to refugees and asylum seekers living in Lancaster and Morecambe. All of our staff and volunteers have experience helping asylum seekers and refugees in our city and are committed to welcoming and supporting them. WHAT WE DO Drop-in for information and support RAIS runs a twice-weekly drop-in for refugees and asylum seekers at The Cornerstone, Sulyard Street, Lancaster LA1 1PX on Mondays and Thursdays from 3.00 until 5.00 p.m. We also have a drop-in in Morecambe at Bare Methodist Church, Seaborn Road, Morecambe LA4 6BB on Fridays from 2.30 until 4.30 p.m. At the drop-ins, we can explain official correspondence from the Home Office and other agencies. We can provide information on matters including housing, benefits, employment, education, family reunion and applying for indefinite leave to remain. We will refer or signpost to other professional agencies for advice where appropriate. All enquiries and any information given to us are treated in the strictest confidence. We never pass on information to other people or agencies without the enquirer’s permission. Our immigration solicitor, Susan Liew is available for legal advice. To make an appointment please call 07731 552259 at the times stated below, or use our contact page. (If you cannot travel to the Cornerstone, we can arrange a telephone appointment.) Helpline 07731 552259 Our helpline is open Monday – Thursday, 10.00 – 12.00. Asylum seekers, refugees and volunteers are welcome to call us if you think we may be able to help. Advocacy and additional support We can provide advocacy for refugees in dealing with various agencies and organisations. Our volunteers can accompany people to appointments, and help with form-filling, applications etc. If you think we can help then come to the drop-in, call the Helpline, or contact us via our website.
BRASS is a registered charity providing befriending and support services for refugees, asylum seekers and refused asylum seekers living in Bolton.
  • Specialised advice on immigration and asylum, citizenship and rights under the law.
  • Support and information to access public services e.g. Health, Housing, statutory agencies etc.
  • English classes with trained ESOL tutors and volunteers.
  • Workshops to promote understanding of UK life, rights and responsibilities and community participation.
  • Opportunities, training and support to develop skills as peer supporters and volunteers.
  • Support to move into employment through skills development, job search, CV writing and confidence building.
  • Reducing isolation and promoting well-being through creative, fitness, healthy eating and group activities and drop-in and befriending services.
  • Signposting to appropriate agencies and organisations, locally and nationally.
RAIS is a local charity which provides advocacy, information and support services to refugees and asylum seekers living in Lancaster and Morecambe. All of our staff and volunteers have experience of helping asylum seekers and refugees in our city, and are committed to welcoming and supporting them. WHAT WE DO: Drop-in for information and support.  RAIS runs a twice-weekly drop-in for refugees and asylum seekers at The Cornerstone, Sulyard Street, Lancaster LA1 1PX on Mondays and Thursdays from 3.00 until 5.00 p.m. We also have a drop-in in Morecambe at Bare Methodist Church, Seaborn Road, Morecambe LA4 6BB on Fridays from 2.30 until 4.30 p.m. At the drop-ins, we can explain official correspondence from the Home Office and other agencies. We can provide information on matters including housing, benefits, employment, education, family reunion and applying for indefinite leave to remain. We will refer or signpost to other professional agencies for advice where appropriate. All enquiries and any information given to us are treated in the strictest confidence. We never pass on information to other people or agencies without the enquirer’s permission. Our immigration solicitor, Susan Liew is available for legal advice. To make an appointment please call 07731 552259 at the times stated below, or use our contact page. (If you cannot travel to the Cornerstone, we can arrange a telephone appointment.) Helpline 07731 552259.  Our helpline is open Monday – Thursday, 10.00 – 12.00. Asylum seekers, refugees and volunteers are welcome to call us if you think we may be able to help. Advocacy and additional support We can provide advocacy for refugees in dealing with various agencies and organisations. Our volunteers can accompany people to appointments, and help with form-filling, applications etc. If you think we can help then come to the drop-in, call the Helpline, or contact us via our website.
Migrant Help has core services.
  • Asylum Support – Those seeking asylum in the UK can seek help by applying for accommodation and financial support, reporting issues with asylum accommodation and any other advice needed during their asylum journey. Migrant Help also provides support during the post-decision period, whether the decision has been positive or negative.
  • Victims of Slavery and Human Trafficking Support – Provide specialist support and accommodation to survivors and their dependents. Build support plans and facilitate access to key services in order to empower their clients.
Citizens Advice is an independent organisation specialising in confidential information and advice to assist people with legal, debt, consumer, housing and other problems in the United Kingdom. CAB Bury & Bolton can provide immigration advice.
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