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Independent advocacy support for young carers aged 5 to 18 and their families in Sandwell. The service helps children and young people who find it difficult to speak up for themselves so that their views, rights and wishes are heard by education, health and social care services. Referrals can be made by agencies, third parties or by self-referral. Read more…

Support for deafblind people, their families, carers and professionals. Sense offers expert advice, information and specialist support services for deafblind people and for people with sensory impairments plus additional disabilities. The Sandwell listing notes regional coverage and some services from an outreach office in Smethwick. Read more…

Free independent support for people who want to make a complaint about the NHS. The service explains the complaints process, helps people understand their options and supports them to raise concerns effectively. Self-referrals and third-party referrals are accepted for Sandwell residents. Read more…

Free confidential advocacy support for vulnerable adults across Sandwell. Sandwell Advocacy helps people express their views, rights and wishes when health or social care services are being planned or delivered. Referrals can be made by the person themselves, a third party or another agency. Home visits are usually available and office appointments can also be arranged. Read more…

Employment and skills support for Sandwell residents aged 16 and over. Think Sandwell helps people access training, apprenticeships and work. Support includes CV updates, job applications, interview practice, access to local vacancies and specialist support for people with disabilities. Read more…

Support for people facing harassment, discrimination and related equality issues. Rights & Equality Sandwell works to improve quality of life for residents by challenging unlawful discrimination, improving race relations and providing support with issues including harassment, discrimination and employment matters. Read more…

Housing choice and homelessness prevention service for people in Sandwell. The service provides advice and assistance for people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness, including housing advice, money advice, private rented sector access, domestic abuse support, mediation and routes for 18 to 25 year olds. Read more…

Independent mental health advocacy for eligible people in Sandwell. The service helps people detained under the Mental Health Act, on guardianship or community treatment, and some other eligible groups to understand their rights and take part in decisions about their care and treatment. Self-referrals and third-party referrals are accepted. Read more…

Home-based respite and domiciliary support within the family home for parents and carers looking after children and adults with severe learning disabilities. Sandwell Multi-Care also provides a Saturday club at The Bridge in Tipton and offers advice and support to parents and carers. Referrals are via adult social services or Sandwell Children’s Trust. Read more…

Supported living for adults with learning and or physical disabilities across Sandwell. The service supports people in more than 35 individualised properties across the borough, with care plans tailored to the person’s needs and goals. Support can range from a small number of hours per day to 24-hour support. Referrals can be made through social services or direct payments. Read more…