Disclosure & Barring Service by Kent Coast Volunteering

A Registered Body with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) that offers an umbrella service. Process Standard and Enhanced DBS Checks on behalf of other eligible organisations. Also offers full support throughout the process.

Across Kent

Tel: 01304 367898 

dbs@kcv.org.uk

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Hi Kent - Support for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People

Tinnitus support, assistance with NHS hearing aids, assistive equipment to help you live independently and Deaf Awareness, Lip Reading and British Sign Language courses. 

Across Kent

Tel: 01227 760046 or 07512 073841

enquiries@hikent.org.uk

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Hourglass (previously Action Elder Abuse)

The UK’s only charity focused on the abuse and neglect of older people, with a free helpline for older men, women and their families suffering from the five forms of abuse: physical, psychological, financial, sexual or neglect. 

Nationwide

Helpline Tel: 0808 808 8141

Text free: 07860 052906

helpline@wearehourglass.org

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Kent Coast Volunteering

Promotes volunteering, matching individuals who would like to give something to their community to community-based organisations who need their help.

Across East Kent

Tel: 01304 367898

info@kcv.org.uk

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Live Well Kent - Community Wellbeing

If you’re aged 17+ and live in Kent or Medway, Live Well Kent's network of voluntary organisations and charities can support you with various issues. 

Across Kent & Medway

Tel: 0800 567 7699

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