Norfolk Advocacy Partnership advocates for systems-wide change across Norfolk. We aim to disable barriers for people of protected characteristics, from disability to age and race.
Our Partners include Equal Lives, Age UK Norwich, Age UK Norfolk, Deaf Connexions, MAP, Opening Doors, The Bridge+ and West Norfolk Deaf Association.

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Our Stroke Recovery Service is here for stroke survivors, their families and carers to ensure they have the support they need to rebuild their lives post-stroke and into the longer-term. The impact of stroke can last a lifetime, affecting a person’s physical health, emotional wellbeing, family and finances.  

The Stroke Recovery Service makes sure that people affected by stroke have their needs placed at the centre of their recovery journey. Working in collaboration with others across the stroke pathway and within the wider community, we help ensure people have an integrated and seamless experience of care and that they receive the support they need, when and where they need it.  

Upon referral to the service, we work alongside stroke survivors, their families and carers to develop and deliver a personalised stroke support plan. This is based on what they tell us is important to them, including secondary prevention, emotional needs, and their goals.  

In addition we support stroke survivors and carers affected by aphasia (speech and language difficulties)

The service also provides high quality personalised information and tools for individuals to support recovery and life after stroke.  

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The service will receive referrals for all those affected by stroke who are registered with either a Norfolk or Waveney GP and over the age of 18.

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We offer free initial advice with a family solicitor on matters such as divorce and separation, child contact, and domestic abuse.  We also offer help with court paperwork and support for people who are attending family court hearings without a lawyer.

Referral Criteria:
Our service is open to anyone who lives in Norfolk, or whose family case is being heard in a Norfolk court. We particularly welcome clients who may not otherwise be able to access legal advice.
We need to do a conflict of interest check before we can give ANY family law advice. Please include in your referral the name and date of birth of the other party involved in the case (ie the client’s ex-partner/perpetrator of abuse/other parent of the children, etc). This is ESSENTIAL for all family referrals!

Please note that wills and probate do not fall under family law – please contact our general team about this.

We believe Norfolk can be a place where everybody thrives. But right now, too many of us are going without enough food to eat, heat for our homes or even a roof over our heads. We are building up debts just from paying day to day bills. Money worries take a toll on our physical
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Our partnership meetings are a space for sector leaders to come together to hear updates about projects, services and opportunities for the people we support across Norfolk. Planned dates for our partnership meetings in 2024 – please note these are subject to change: All meetings are scheduled 10am – 11.30am. Meetings are held online, on
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As a network of charities and community groups across Norfolk, we believe everyone should be able to use their vote and have their say in elections. Here is your step by step guide to help you register to vote in Norfolk, and everything you need to get ready to take part in elections! When are
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Welcome to the Norfolk Voter Registration Campaign! Our goal is to make sure everyone in Norfolk has the tools and information they need to vote confidently and independently. You can help make that happen! Whether you share reminders on social media, display posters, or set up your own voter registration stall in your waiting area
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On 5 February the Norfolk Community Advice Network and its steering group wrote to the government, calling for at least a one-year extension to the Household Support Fund. Dear Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and Chancellor of the Exchequer Supporting people in financial hardship in Norfolk through the Household Support Fund. We are
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Hebron Housing are an all-female supported living service for vulnerable women.
We provide supported housing for women who are committed to building a positive future for themselves.
In a safe and nurturing environment, our team give each woman the support, guidance and respect they need to take charge of their life.
At Hebron Trust we are more than just a house. We are loving, we are kind, we are home.

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3 or 4 bedroom shared housing in Norwich city, with regular 1:1 support.

Empowering women step by step, we provide tailored support through mentorship, skill-building workshops, and a nurturing community. From personal growth to professional development, we’re committed to helping women overcome challenges, gain confidence, and achieve their aspirations, fostering a journey of strength and success.

REFERRAL CRITERIA

Female only, in receipt of Universal Credit or ESA, No history of sexual offences, arson or recent history of violence or severe mental health. Agree to adhere to our house rules (will be sent prior to interview)

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Connecting people aged 18+ who face barriers to work to entry-level energy transition jobs and apprenticeships.

Every service user who participates in the programme will be given a dedicated Employability Coach who will offer tailored one-to-one support. This support will consist of employability upskilling such as CV building, cover letter writing, interview skills, wellbeing support (including confidence and motivation exercises), and employer expectation support (including interview clothing and journey preparation).

They will then take part in a series of Insight to Energy Transition Opportunities workshops, over the course of four weeks. These focus on what energy transition jobs look like, examples of industries that comply, and the positive changes that energy transition opportunities can bring.

Our support does not end once a participant is placed into a role. We will meet with participants on a monthly basis to discuss any barriers that they may be facing, and to provide financial support with travel expenses.

REFERRAL CRITERIA

Anyone living in Norfolk who is aged 18 and above and has at least one barrier to employment.