Search for a LGBTQIA+ support group or organisation
The LGBTQIA+-related support groups and organisations shown below can either help you directly or provide information and support.
To find out more about how they can help you, please contact them using the phone number, email, or website address they have provided.
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Experience Plymouth in four hours
Experience Plymouth in four hours
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/thingstodo/plymouthinfourhoursOnly have a short time to spend in Plymouth, Britain's Ocean City? Make sure you don't miss any of the highlights - here's our top suggestions.
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Experience Plymouth with this 48-hour itinerary
Experience Plymouth with this 48-hour itinerary
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/thingstodo/plymouthin48hoursExperience the very best of Plymouth, Britain's Ocean City, with this 48-hour itinerary.
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Exploring the South West from Plymouth
Exploring the South West from Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/thingstodo/exploresouthwestfromplymouthPlymouth makes the perfect base to explore Devon and Cornwall. Make the most of everything Britain's Ocean City has to offer - from culture to shopping - and also explore the stunning south coast.
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Extra care housing
Extra care housing
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/housingandcarehomes/extracarehousingIf your independence and privacy are important to you, but you need some extra help, extra-care housing could be for you. It gives you more support than sheltered housing but more independence than a care home.
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Extra Help Plymouth
Extra Help Plymouth
The aim of Extra Help Plymouth is to provide bespoke care packages and domestic cleaning services to Plymouth residents; from elderly clients who require help with shopping to busy professionals who need help with cleaning and any other assistance with daily chores.
- Address:Sungates
Torr Lane
PL3 5NY - Contact number:01752 642442
- Address:Sungates
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Eyes and visual impairments
Eyes and visual impairments
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/healthandwellbeing/eyesvisualimpairementsIf you're blind or partially sighted, you may find it helpful to contact a support group for people with vision loss.
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Face 2 Face Befriending Service
Face 2 Face Befriending Service
Face 2 Face is a service for, and delivered by, parents of children with a special need or disability.
- Address:The Virginia House Centre
Palace Street
PL1 2AY - Contact number:01752 204369
- Address:The Virginia House Centre
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Factsheets for carers
Factsheets for carers
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/adultsocialcare/caringforotherpeople/plymouthcarers/factsheetsFactsheets specifically for either new or existing carers that you can download.
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Fall and motion detectors
Fall and motion detectors
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/helpinyourhome/independentliving/fallandmotiondetectorsFalls are a leading cause of injuries and hospital admissions for older adults. Living independently can be more challenging if you're worried about falling.
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Families for Children Adoption Agency
Families for Children Adoption Agency
The focus of our work is to find parents for children who need a new family of their own. Our skilled workers will support you through the adoption process.
- Address:Southgate Court
Buckfast Abbey
Lane Past Buckfast Abbey
TQ11 0EE - Contact number:Tel - 01364 645480
- Address:Southgate Court
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Family Action - Welfare Grants
Family Action - Welfare Grants
Family Action works to tackle some of the most complex and difficult issues facing families today - including financial hardship, domestic abuse, mental health problems, learning disabilities, or substance misuse and alcohol problems.
- Address:501 Kingsland Road
Hackney
E8 4AU - Contact number:020 7254 6251
- Address:501 Kingsland Road
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Family and Community Solutions
Family and Community Solutions
The Family and Community Solutions Service is based in Plymouth and offers a range of options to support families in times of difficulty.
- Address:120 Miller Way
PL6 8UN - Contact number:01752 306861
- Address:120 Miller Way
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Family and social network support using assistive aids and technology
Family and social network support using assistive aids and technology
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/housingandcarehomes/helpinyourhome/assistivetechnology/familysocialnetworkAlthough not designed as assistive technology, social networking sites can and do function in this way as they can offer socially isolated and disabled people and their carers some opportunities to enhance their lives.
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Family friendly fun in Plymouth
Family friendly fun in Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/thingstodo/familyfriendlyfuninplymouthPlymouth, known as Britain's Ocean City, offers lots of fun for the whole family with something to enjoy for big and small kids alike!
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Family Fund
Family Fund
Family Fund is the UK's largest charity providing grants for families on low incomes raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people.
- Address:4 Alpha Court
Monks Cross Drive
YO32 9WN - Contact number:01904 550055
- Address:4 Alpha Court
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Family Hubs in Plymouth
Family Hubs in Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/familyhubsFamily Hubs in Plymouth provide support and advice for families, parents, carers, and young people aged 0-19 (up to 25 for those with special educational needs).
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Family Matters
Family Matters
Family Matters is a family therapy charity aims to support and help families who may be experiencing difficulties with close relationships or demonstrating hurtful or harmful behaviour.
- Address:46-48 Devonport Road
Stoke
PL3 4DF - Contact number:01752 606826
- Address:46-48 Devonport Road
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Family Nurse Partnership - Livewell Southwest
Family Nurse Partnership - Livewell Southwest
The Family Nurse Partnership (FNP) is an intensive support programme for girls and women up to age 19 who are pregnant with their first child and are sometimes facing a range of difficult circumstances.
- Address:Mount Gould Local Care Centre
200 Mount Gould Road
PL4 7PY - Contact number:01752 434314
- Address:Mount Gould Local Care Centre
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Family support
Family support
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/secondary/supportforfamiliesFamily support-related information and advice that is part of Plymouth's Local Offer for young people between 11 and 18 years old with SEND.
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Family support
Family support
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/primary/supportforfamiliesFamily support-related information and advice that is part of Plymouth's Local Offer for young people between 5 and 11 years old with SEND.
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Family support
Family support
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/earlyyears/supportforfamiliesFamily support-related information and advice that is part of Plymouth's Local Offer for young people between 0 and 5 years old with SEND.
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Family Support Online Service
Family Support Online Service
The Family Support Online Service (FSO) is a national service offered by Kids that provides 1:1 advice, information, and emotional support to parents/carers and young people navigating through the complexities of SEND.
- Address:249 Birmingham Road
Sutton New Hall
B72 1EA
- Address:249 Birmingham Road
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Family Therapy - Livewell Southwest
Family Therapy - Livewell Southwest
Family therapy (Family and Systemic Psychotherapy) aims to help people in close relationships, such as families or couples, to develop understanding and deal more effectively with the problems they are experiencing.
- Address:Mount Gould Hospital
Mount Gould Road
PL4 7QD - Contact number:01752 268011
- Address:Mount Gould Hospital
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FASD Devon & Cornwall Consultancy (FASDDAC)
FASD Devon & Cornwall Consultancy (FASDDAC)
Consulting, training, educating, supporting, mentoring and raising awareness on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum disorders in the South West.
- Address:17 Lavington Close
PL7 1PL - Contact number:01752 338758
- Address:17 Lavington Close
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FearFree
FearFree
FearFree offers services throughout the south west and supports people who have experienced abuse.
- Address:First Floor
Park Five Business Centre
Harrier Way
EX2 7HU - Contact number:0345 155 1074
- Address:First Floor
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February 2022 Newsletter - Young Carers
February 2022 Newsletter - Young Carers
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/plymouthyoungcarers/newsletter010222Read the February 2022 edition of the Plymouth Young Carers newsletter.
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February 2023 Newsletter - Young Carers
February 2023 Newsletter - Young Carers
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/plymouthyoungcarers/newsletter010223Read the February 2023 edition of the Plymouth Young Carers newsletter.
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Feeling well support using assistive aids and technology
Feeling well support using assistive aids and technology
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/housingandcarehomes/helpinyourhome/assistivetechnology/feelingwellAssistive technology can assist an individual to monitor his or her health at home and then share their health data electronically with medical professionals at their hospital. There is a range of telehealth monitoring devices to monitor heart conditions, diabetes, etc.
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Fencing - Buy With Confidence Plymouth
Fencing - Buy With Confidence Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/consumerandlegaladvice/buywithconfidence/fencingThe Buy With Confidence Scheme provides you with a list of local businesses which have given their commitment to trading fairly.
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Financial and legal support for carers
Financial and legal support for carers
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/adultsocialcare/caringforotherpeople/plymouthcarers/financiallegalsupportFinancial and legal information, help, and support for Plymouth's carers.
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Financial help if you're disabled
Financial help if you're disabled
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/adultsocialcare/disabilities/financialsupportThere is a wide range of disability-related financial support, including benefits, tax credits, payments, grants and concessions.
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Financial support and entitlements
Financial support and entitlements
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/adultsocialcare/caringforotherpeople/careleavers/financialsupportSupporting yourself at any age can be hard, but knowing what you are entitled to can take some of the pressure off. There are a lot of different ways we are able to support you and point you in the right direction to find the help or advice you might need. The local offer here tells you what you can expect to receive, and you can also speak to your personal adviser (PA).
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Financial support and grants for home adaptations
Financial support and grants for home adaptations
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/helpinyourhome/independentliving/financialsupportandgrantsLiving independently in your own home for as long as possible is a common goal for many people as they age. Fortunately, there are financial resources available in Plymouth to help you make modifications to your home, improving accessibility and safety.
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Find your nearest NHS service
Find your nearest NHS service
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/healthandwellbeing/nhs/servicesEnter a location to quickly find your nearest NHS service and view their contact details, location and opening times.
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Find your nearest NHS service
Find your nearest NHS service
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/nhsservicesEnter a location to quickly find your nearest NHS service and view their contact details, location and opening times.
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Finding the right size armchair
Finding the right size armchair
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/helpinyourhome/independentliving/findingtherightsizearmchairSelecting the right armchair goes beyond aesthetics. For older adults seeking to maintain independence or for families seeking comfort and support for their loved ones, an armchair can be an essential piece of furniture.
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Fires, Fireplaces and Equipment - Buy With Confidence Plymouth
Fires, Fireplaces and Equipment - Buy With Confidence Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/consumerandlegaladvice/buywithconfidence/fireThe Buy With Confidence Scheme provides you with a list of local businesses which have given their commitment to trading fairly.
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First Class Support
First Class Support
First Class Support is an award winning company that provides academic, employment, healthcare, and advocacy support to individuals (and groups) across the United Kingdom.
- Address:Salt Quay House
Sutton Harbour
PL4 0HP - Contact number:01752 358641 / text 88802
- Address:Salt Quay House
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First Light Plymouth
First Light Plymouth
First Light is a charity for anyone who is experiencing or has experienced domestic abuse or sexual violence.
- Address:Plymouth City Council
2 Cattedown Road
PL4 0EG - Contact number:03458 121212
- Address:Plymouth City Council
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First Steps Family Mediation Plymouth
First Steps Family Mediation Plymouth
First Steps Family Mediation Plymouth believes that family mediation can have a positive impact in creating effective co-parenting relationships as well as allowing clients to create long-lasting and realistic settlements. With our low-cost fees and voucher scheme, it is also often more cost-effective than going to court.
- Address:Unit 58
Airport Business Centre
10 Thornbury Road
PL6 7PP - Contact number:0800 669 6109
- Address:Unit 58
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FIT FANS
FIT FANS
FIT FANS is a free health programme for men and women aged 35-65 who are looking to lose weight, get fitter and lead a more active life.
- Address:Home Park Football Ground
Outland Road
PL2 3DQ - Contact number:01752 562561
- Address:Home Park Football Ground
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FitER Ladies Health Club
FitER Ladies Health Club
FitER Ladies Health Club provides ladies fitness classes, gym membership, personal training, nutritional therapy and massage services in Plympton.
- Address:Unit 16
Lister Mill Business Park
Lister Close
PL7 4BA - Contact number:01752 340044
- Address:Unit 16
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Fitness At Home
Fitness At Home
Fitness At Home offers a home-based and mobile personal training service in Plymouth and South Devon. Helping people reach their fitness goals in the comfort of their own home.
- Address:16 Paddock Drive
PL21 0AB - Contact number:07825 565823
- Address:16 Paddock Drive
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Five Rivers Child Care
Five Rivers Child Care
Since 1989 Five Rivers has been helping children rediscover their childhood. Our purpose is to help children recover from neglect, abuse, trauma or family breakdown. Turning their lives around so they can flourish and fulfil their potential. Innovative, expert and creative, we are a leader in this field and one of England's most experienced providers. What we do: From residential care and fostering to our own special education services, Five Rivers is a full-service child care resource, and proud to work with more than 135 local authorities and NHS Trusts.
- Address:Unit 3
Aldens Business Court
Chudleigh Road
EX2 8TS - Contact number:01392 454989
- Address:Unit 3
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Five steps to mental wellbeing
Five steps to mental wellbeing
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/healthandwellbeing/mentalhealth/fivestepsEvidence suggests there are five steps we can all take to improve our mental wellbeing. If you give them a try, you may feel happier, more positive and able to get the most from life.
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Fletewood School
Fletewood School
Fletewood School is a Christian Independent School for boys and girls of all faiths between the ages of three and eleven, dedicated to the discovery of excellence in each child.
- Address:Fletewood School
88 North Road East
PL4 6AN - Contact number:01752 663782
- Address:Fletewood School
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Focus On Disability
Focus On Disability
Focus on Disability is a website with a wide range of information for disabled people and their carers in the UK.
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Food and nutrition
Food and nutrition
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/healthandwellbeing/foodnutritionEating a healthy balanced diet can help to prevent diet-related illness and will give you all of the energy and nutrients you need keep active and maintain a healthy weight.
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Food and shopping
Food and shopping
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/housingandcarehomes/helpinyourhome/foodandshoppingOrganisations that can help deliver your food and shopping straight to your door.
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Food and shopping
Food and shopping
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/costoflivingsupport/foodshoppingIf you need support feeding yourself or your family and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.
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Food is Fun CIC
Food is Fun CIC
Food Is Fun is about encouraging school children of all ages to explore food in a fun way to promote healthy eating for their future.
- Contact number:07818 450968
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Food Plymouth
Food Plymouth
Food Plymouth is the city's recognised local food partnership. A 'central connecting hub' for all food-related matters in the city.
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Food preparation
Food preparation
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/helpinyourhome/independentliving/foodpreparationWithin this section, you'll find information on a variety of food preparation solutions, equipment, and aids, all aimed at helping you enjoy delicious meals and allowing you to live life to the fullest.
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Food preparation technology and gadgets
Food preparation technology and gadgets
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/helpinyourhome/independentliving/foodpreparationtechnologyandgadgetsPreparing delicious and nutritious meals at home is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, for older adults living independently, physical limitations due to age or health conditions can make food preparation challenging.
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Football pitches
Football pitches
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/thingstodo/sportleisure/pitchescourtsgreens/footballView a list of grass football pitches in Plymouth.
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Ford Primary School and Nursery
Ford Primary School and Nursery
Ford Primary School believes that every child should be valued for his or her individuality, culture and heritage, and that they are encouraged to achieve their full potential in a stimulating, challenging and caring environment.
- Address:Ford Primary School
Cambridge Road
PL2 1PU - Contact number:01752 567661
- Address:Ford Primary School
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Foster Care Associates
Foster Care Associates
We've been helping people become extraordinary foster carers for 25 years. We know how important it is for foster parents to have the right support, training and experience to do the absolute best for the young person in their lives.
- Address:Unit 2
41 Estover Close
PL6 7PL - Contact number:01527 810319
- Address:Unit 2
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Fostering in Plymouth
Fostering in Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/fosteringWe desperately need new carers with safe and stable homes for children and young people in Plymouth who can't live with their birth families.
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Four broad areas of need - SENCO Guide
Four broad areas of need - SENCO Guide
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/sencoguide/fourbroadareasofneedLinks to the four broad areas of need.
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Four Woods Nursery
Four Woods Nursery
Four Woods Nursery is based in West Park, Plymouth. Four Woods Nursery believes in enabling children to grow into independent, resilient learners through planned, purposeful play in a safe, nurturing learning environment.
- Address:415 Crownhill Road
PL5 2LN - Contact number:01752 875840
- Address:415 Crownhill Road
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Fourwoods Family Hub
Fourwoods Family Hub
Fourwoods Family Hub is managed by Barnardo's and provide accessible, integrated early childhood services for all expectant parents and families with young children.
- Address:415 Crownhill Road
PL5 2LN - Contact number:01752 366795
- Address:415 Crownhill Road
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Free bus pass
Free bus pass
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/adultsocialcare/travelandtransport/freebuspassYou can apply for a bus pass for free travel when you reach the female State Pension age (whether you're a man or a woman), or if you have certain disabilities.
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Free childcare in Plymouth
Free childcare in Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/freechildcareThe Government can help with childcare costs for parents. Whether you have toddlers or teens, you could get support.
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Free childcare in Plymouth
Free childcare in Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/freechildcareThe Government can help with childcare costs for parents. Whether you have toddlers or teens, you could get support.
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Free internet and wi-fi access in Plymouth
Free internet and wi-fi access in Plymouth
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/costoflivingsupport/freeinternetaccessPlymouth's libraries have free internet and wi-fi access. Anyone can use the computers and it's free for library members.
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Free legal advice clinics for carers
Free legal advice clinics for carers
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/adultsocialcare/caringforotherpeople/plymouthcarers/freelegalsupportBook a free appointment to discuss any legal questions you have and get the support you need.
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Free school meals
Free school meals
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/schoolmealsIf your child attends school or sixth form, and you receive certain benefits you may be entitled to claim free school meals.
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Frequently asked questions - Graduated approach to Inclusion - SENCO Guide
Frequently asked questions - Graduated approach to Inclusion - SENCO Guide
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/sencoguide/graduatedapproach/faqsRead Frequently asked questions linked to the graduated approach to inclusion.
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Freshlings Nursery
Freshlings Nursery
Freshlings Nursery offers childcare to staff, students, and the wider university community for children aged 0-5 years.
- Address:University Of Plymouth
Drake Circus
PL4 8AA - Contact number:01752 588550
- Address:University Of Plymouth
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Friends and Families of Special Children
Friends and Families of Special Children
Friends and Families of Special Children is a Plymouth based charity covering the city of Plymouth and the surrounding area. We support families who have children that experience all forms of disabilities, additional needs and difficulties.
- Address:Virginia House Centre
Peacock Lane
PL4 0DQ - Contact number:01752 204369
- Address:Virginia House Centre
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Friends Helping At Home - Plymouth
Friends Helping At Home - Plymouth
Friends Helping at Home provide a quality enabling and caring service. We introduce professional, checked service providers and carers that you can meet before deciding whether you wish to book them.
- Contact number:01752 648320
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Friends, relationships and community
Friends, relationships and community
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/plymouthlocaloffer/adulthood/friendsandrelationshipsFriend, relationship, and community-related information and advice that is part of Plymouth's Local Offer for people with SEND as they prepare for adulthood.
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Friendship and socialising - Young Carers
Friendship and socialising - Young Carers
https://plymouthonlinedirectory.com/childrenandfamilies/plymouthyoungcarers/friendshipPlymouth's Youth Service is a great place to meet new friends and share your thoughts.
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Fun and Freedom Club - Friends and Families of Special Children
Fun and Freedom Club - Friends and Families of Special Children
Offering young carers a chance to make new friends in a similar situation, it offers lots of fun with weekend clubs, days out and trips away.
- Address:The Virginia House Centre
Peacock Lane
PL4 0DQ - Contact number:01752 204369
- Address:The Virginia House Centre
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Fun Bounce - Trampolining at the YMCA
Fun Bounce - Trampolining at the YMCA
Part of the YMCA's Inclusive programme, this is a trampolining session for young disabled people, aimed at the less abled young people. The sessions are mainly based around having fun and learning the basics of trampolining. We have an additional session for people who are more abled, who want to progress.
- Address:Ymca Plymouth
Kitto Centre
Honicknowle Lane
PL5 3NG - Contact number:01752 201918
- Address:Ymca Plymouth