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The Rainbow Centre provides help and support to children with Cerebral Palsy.

The Rainbow Centre was created by a small group of parents looking to provide the best help and support they could for their children with Cerebral Palsy. That search led to finding Conductive Education, a system of learning based on the simple concept of human potential that everyone has the capability to learn and develop, irrespective of their starting point. This is the Rainbow Centre’s DNA and over 30 years, the secret of our neuro rehabilitation success.

Rainbow Trust provides emotional and practical support to families whose son or daughter is affected by a life threatening or terminal illness. This includes parents, carers, the unwell child, brothers, sisters, grandparents and help with extended family members to support each other.

Any family can receive support from the moment of their child or young person’s diagnosis, (including antenatal and neonatal periods when diagnosis has been made) and support with young people during transition towards adult services up to the age of 18.

Read Easy Portsmouth support local adults who want to learn to read or improve their reading skills, at their own pace and without pressure. Read Easy will provide those who want to learn to read with a volunteer to help them, special reading manuals to work through, and a place to meet. Above all, it's confidential, and free of charge. This is suitable for any adult who wants to learn to read or who struggles with their reading. Whatever someone's starting point, each person will be taken back to basics and can then work at their own pace, so there is no pressure.

Joining a reading group is a great way to meet new people, try new authors and books and share your feedback.

There are a number of groups that you can join that are run by the Library and Archive Service both in and outside of libraries. There is sometimes a waiting list to join the groups but we will let you know when a space becomes available if you tell us which group/s you are interested in joining.

We can also support you in setting up your own reading group. The Library and Archive Service supports independent reading groups that meet in community locations or in peoples' homes by providing free book sets of up to 15 copies on a regular basis.

Take a look at our selection of reading group sets here:

https://librariesandarchives.portsmouth.gov.uk/public-library-service/whats-on/reading-groups/

If you'd like to ask about availability in one of the Library run groups or would like to find out more about setting up your own group email reading.groups@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Rebound Group is a confidential, empathetic support group, caring about carers.

We offer support and assistance in both group and one-to-one counselling settings, as needed.

The service is provided free of charge to carers and family members affected by a loved ones' drugs, alcohol and substance misuse and their associated mental health problems.

The group is run by members who have attended the group for many years, and all have first hand experience of addiction.

Singing exercises your heart and lungs and makes you feel great! Our fun and friendly sessions will leave you feeling uplifted and energised. No auditions and no need to read music. Come along!

We are so excited to return to term with a hybrid approach to learning! We are offering face to face and digital courses. We are open to anyone within the PO1 - PO6 postcode area from 18 years plus. Whether you use mental health services in Portsmouth, support someone who does, or you're just looking to gain a better understanding of mental health, Solent Recovery College can help you become an expert in managing mental health and empower you to take control of your recovery journey.

A multifaceted Theatre Company - Using the performing arts to Engage, Educate and Entertain
With 3 separate experiences :

🎩 Adventures from the Potting Shed – Accessible Storytelling and Puppet Theatre Shows for all ages

🎓 Red Sauce Theatre includes: Community Projects, Drama Workshops - Education KS1-KS2 - Red Sauce Inclusive Theatre Company

🕰️ Snobby Dodgems – Performance Installations for festivals and events – street-theatre specialists

Regency Nursing Home provides a safe, homely and caring environment, ensuring resident’s privacy and the maintenance of individual dignity. Personal independence is encouraged along with high standards of care.

Rehab 4 Addiction was founded to assist those affected by substance misuse and their loved ones. We offer a range of services, and help signpost you to the most effective treatments. This includes alcohol rehab, drug rehab, detox services, intervention, aftercare and outpatient counselling. Our helpline advisors are committed to helping you in your quest to locate effective treatments for addiction.

Rehab 4 Addiction – free helpline for those in need of help for mental health and free drug and alcohol rehabiliation. Find out how Rehab 4 Addiction may support a loved-one or yourself with alcohol and drug dependency issues.