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Centrepoint provides services to young people with varying needs and experiences of homelessness, most specifically those who are leaving the care of the local authority, are ex-offenders or are young single parents. Services range from night shelters for emergencies and short-stay hostels to supported flats…

Hackney Ark Resource Centre is a one-stop shop for information, advice and support for professionals and parents and carers of children with SEN and disabiities. Our services include: Library Information leaflets Funding packs Resource centre newsletter Two public computers equipped with internet access and learning aids…

Healthy Start is a means-tested scheme that provides pregnant women and mothers of children under four years with free vouchers to spend on milk, fresh and frozen fruit, vegetables, infant formula and vitamins. To qualify for Healthy Start you must be at least 10 weeks pregnant or have a…

IVA.org is a non-fee charging, not-for-profit organisation that specialises in providing confidential and impartial advice about individual voluntary arrangements (IVAs) to anyone experiencing problems with their unsecured debts. Our advisors will help you find the solution best suited your personal circumstances. We also host a live forum and…

The Local Government Ombudsman investigates complaints about local authorities and certain other bodies including all types of adult social care providers. Our service is independent, impartial and free. We investigate complaints about most council matters including: Housing Planning Education Social care Housing benefit Transport and highways…

The City and Hackney 24 Hour Mental Health Crisis Helpline is the number to call if you are in distress or feel your mental health is deteriorating, and need to contact a health professional outside office hours. We can: Support and help you if you have…

The City Academy, Hackney caters to boys and girls aged 11-16 of all abilities and faiths, including those who are not religious. Since opening in 2009, we have gained two ‘Outstanding’ overall grades from Ofsted, and achieved ‘Outstanding’ status in each category. We have a dynamic curriculum,…

CoramBAAF Adoption & Fostering Academy is dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people in care by supporting the agencies and professionals that work with them. We offer training, publications and support to professionals to develop their skills and knowledge and can provide and develop…

The Crisis Service provides round-the-clock assessment and treatent for mental health emergencies. Individuals are initially assessed by a trained nurse and may be seen by a psychiatrist or referred to specialist agencies for prescription, advice or support.

The ArcelorMittal Orbit stands tall as the UK’s tallest sculpture, part of the Olympic legacy that transformed East London, and a landmark in its own right, transfixing and delighting visitors with its offer of a unique view of the city. See all of London from…