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| Group: | BRIDGE WOMENS SUPPORT CENTRE | Contact | Janice Rokni | Address |
Manor Road, Sulgrave Centre, WashingtonNE37 3BD |
Tel no: | 0191 4170218 | Fax No: | 0191 4190970 | Information | Services provided include: A full-time Confidential Listening Service with trained volunteer listeners, Self-help groups, Advocacy Service and Drop-in facilities and FREE Creche facilities are also available. The 'Drop In' group offers a befriending service where women can meet other women for a cuppa and a chat. A creative expression group provided in partnership with Priority Healthcare Wearside, offers occupational therapy, which enables women to explore feelings of depression through expressive art and discussion sessions.
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CITIZEN'S ADVICE BUREAU (Washington) |
Contact |
Susan White |
Address | The Elms, Front Street, Concord, Washington, NE37 2BN | Tel no: | 0191 4166848 |
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0191 4153494 |
Email | | Website | www.cabwashington.co.uk | Information | Citizens Advice and each Citizens Advice Bureau are registered charities reliant on over 20,000 volunteers and need to raise funds to provide these vital services. The majority of our advisers are trained volunteers, helping people to resolve nearly 5.5 million problems every year. All Citizens Advice Bureau in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are members of Citizens Advice, the national charity which sets standards for advice and equal opportunities and supports bureau with an information system, training and other services.
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CONCORD COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION |
Contact |
Simon Williamson |
Address |
Washington Millennium Centre, The Oval, Concord, Washington, NE37 2QD |
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0191 2193882 |
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CONCORD NURSERY CENTRE - NORTH WASHINGTON NEIGHBOURHOOD NURSERY |
Contact |
Joan Ball-Smith |
Address |
Victoria Road, Concord, Washington, NE37 2SS |
Tel no: |
0191 2193480 |
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0191 2193480 |
Email |
concord.nursery@ssd.sunderland.gov.uk |
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North Washington Neighbourhood Nursery is a joint initiative promoting a range of high quality education, childcare and family support services. It is partnership between Concord Nursery Centre, Usworth Colliery Nursery and the North washington Sure Start programme. It enables the knowledge and expertise from 3 organisations to be brought under one umbrella. The two local nurseries are well established and have excellent reputation within the locality.
Young children 0 - 3 yrs are predominantly cared for at Concord Nursery while 3 - 5 year old access education and care at Usworth colliery.
Extensions to both nurseries allow the extended provision to be offered to 42 children 0-5 years old for 50 weeks of the year, 8am and 6pm. The childcare is affordable and flexible to met individual needs.
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| Group: | FENCING CLUB WASHINGTON | Contact | Iain Aberdeen | Address | Millennium Centre,The Oval, Concord, Washington | Tel no: | 07960363485 | Information | All levels catered for, from beginner to international. Beginners courses starting regularly. All fencing equipment supplied.
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| Group: | KITE FESTIVAL WASHINGTON | Address | Northern Area Playing Fields, Usworth, Washington | Website | www.sunderland-kites.co.uk | Information | the Uk largest Uk festival held every year. The event is free to the public and lasts 2 days, Saturday Sunday view more information here.
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| Group: | MILLENNIUM CENTRE WASHINGTON | Contact | Simon Williamson | Address | The Oval, Concord, Washington, NE37 2QD | Tel no: | 0191 2193880 - Reception (GYM 0191 2193882) | Information |
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| Group: | RAINBOW FAMILY CENTRE (SURESTART) | Contact | Susan Ord | Address | 34 Elliott Terrace, Concord, Washington, NE37 3AE | Tel no: | 0191 2193995 | Fax No: | 0191 2193996 | Email | susan.ord@ssd.sunderland.gov.uk | Website | http://www.surestart.gov.uk/ | Information | Sure Start covers children from conception through to age 14, and up to age 16 for those with special educational needs and disabilities. It also aims to help parents and communities across the country. Here you can find out about the wide range of services that are currently available, from Children's Centres and early support programme's to information and advice on health and financial matters, as well as ways we are helping set and maintain childcare standards |
| Group: | SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WASHINGTON | Contact | Michelle Brunton | Address | Washington Millennium Centre, The Oval, Concord, Washington, NE37 2QD | Tel no: | 0191 4192584 | Fax No: | 0191 4192621 | Email | michbrunton80@aol.com | Website | www.socialenterprise-sunderland.org.uk | Information | Social Enterprise is a great support organisation with a great philosophy which encourages communities and individuals to improve their lives by empowering them with the skills to start their own businesses and community projects. There is always a friendly, professional member of staff on hand whenever you require help which is essential when when starting your own business.
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SULGRAVE SUMMER SUPERSTARS |
Contact |
Terry Chapman |
Address |
133 Sulgrave Road, Sulgrave, Washington, NE37 3DA |
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| Group: | USWORTH COLLIERY NURSERY | Contact | Mrs M Brabben | Address | Manor Road,Washington NE37 3BL | Tel no: | 0191 2193620 | Email | Usworth.Colliery.Nursery@schools.sunderland.gov.uk |
| Group: | WASHINGTON SCHOOL | Contact | Mr M O'Brien | Address | Spout Lane, Washington, NE37 2AA | Tel no: | 0191 2193845 | Fax No: | 2193848 | Email | washington.school@schools.sunderland.gov.uk | Information | Special Status - Technology
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WEARSIDE WOMEN IN NEED |
Contact |
Clare Phillipson |
Address |
The Elms, 19 Front Street, Concord, Washington, NE37 2BA |
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0191 4163550, 24 Hour Domestic Violence Helpline 0800 066 5555 |
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0191 4163888 |
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wwinelms@aol.com |
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Wearside Women in Need was established in 1981. We offer advice and accommodation for women and children experiencing domestic violence. Staff are available 24 hours a day on our dedicated helpline. We also provide accommodation for homeless young women and run a project for women with mental health problems. Often people aren't aware that we also provide services for men - particularly homeless young men and men suffering from drug or alcohol addiction. Every Monday to Thursday between 10 and 2.30 a community drop-in is open at 23a Speculation Place, Concord (above Clare's Florists). The drop-in is open to all. Call in for a chat, a cup of coffee or some advice. A clothing store is also available. Donations of clothes, toys and tinned goods are always gratefully received. Please contact our office on (0191) 4163550. |
| Group: | WEARSIDE FIRST CREDIT UNION | Contact | Kerry Graham | Address | Washington Millennium Centre, The Oval, Concord, Washington | Email | kgraham@wearsidefirst.com | Website | www.wearsidefirst.com | Information | Every Tuesday 10 - 12 Wearside First is a non for profit organisation offering savings and low cost loans to anyone who lives or works within Sunderland. Saving Plans start from as little as £1 per week and our low cost loans offer a fixed rate of 1- 2% per month (12.7 - 26.8 %APR)
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YOUTH INCLUSION PROJECT (YIP) NORTH WASHINGTON |
Contact |
Gareth Johnson |
Address |
Washington School, Spout Lane, Washington, NE37 2AA |
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0191 2193843 |
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gareth.johnson@crimeconcern.org.uk |
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www.crimeconcern.org.uk |
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Targeted Youth Engagement Project based in the north of Washington, working with youngsters at risk of offending. The project aims to reduce offending and anti social behaviour of 13 - 16 year olds.
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