The Mental Health Foundation works to promote good mental health and improve the lives of people affected by mental health problems. With prevention at the heart of its mission, the foundation aims to find and address the sources of mental health problems so that people and communities can thrive.
The Stroke Association operates throughout the UK, providing support services to everyone affected by stroke, including families and carers. The charity raises stroke awareness and campaigns for better emergency, rehabilitation, and support services. The organisation also invests in stroke research to help reduce the incidence of stroke, find the best treatments and long-term care, and improve the quality of life for stroke survivors.
Versus Arthritis funds scientific and medical research into all types of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. It is working to take the pain away from sufferers with all forms of arthritis and helping people to remain active. This will be achieved through funding high-quality research, providing services, information and campaigning. The charity's vision is a future free of arthritis.
Bowel Cancer UK aims to save lives and improve the quality of life for all those affected by bowel cancer.
Diabetes UK is the leading charity for people with diabetes in the UK, championing the rights of individuals with diabetes to ensure they receive the healthcare standards they deserve. The organisation provides information and support to people with diabetes and their carers, while also funding vital medical research into the condition.
Parkinson's UK drives better care, treatments and quality of life for people with Parkinson's Disease
Age UK aims to create a world where older people can live their lives free from poverty, isolation and neglect. It raises awareness of issues affecting older people in the UK and overseas, researches and campaigns for changes in policy and practice, and offers practical support to disadvantaged older people. It is funded by individuals, companies and trusts.
Mind supports people with mental health problems, by providing information and support, campaigning to improve policy and attitudes and, in partnership with independent local Minds, developing and providing local services.
Breast Cancer Now is the UK's largest breast cancer charity, dedicated to funding research into this devastating disease. The charity brings together all those affected by the disease to improve the prevention, detection, treatment, and eradication of breast cancer.
Dementia UK provides specialist dementia support for families through the Admiral Nurse service. Admiral Nurses work alongside families, giving them the one-to-one support, expert guidance and practical solutions they need. Dementia UK also runs Admiral Nursing Direct, a free and confidential helpline for anyone with concerns about dementia.
