Connected Lambeth is the Adult Social Care Services Directory for Lambeth residents. It provides an easy way to find local services, support, and community resources to help people live independently and stay connected. Through Connected Lambeth, you can: Search for care and support services in your area Access information on health, wellbeing, and community activities Find guidance on housing, benefits, and financial support Website: https://connectedlambeth.org Connected Lambeth is designed to make it simpler for residents, carers, and professionals to navigate available services and get the right help at the right time.

The Gaia Centre provides confidential, non-judgemental and independent support services in Lambeth for i) Women and girls aged over 13, ii) Men aged 16 or older, and ii) Transgender who are experiencing gender-based violence.

VoiceAbility provides independent advocacy services to help people express their views, make informed decisions, and secure their rights. Advocacy ensures that individuals are heard and supported when navigating health and social care systems. VoiceAbility can help if you: Need support to understand your options and make choices about your care Want help to communicate your views in meetings or with professionals Require assistance to challenge decisions or access services you are entitled to Are involved in Care Act assessments, safeguarding processes, or NHS complaints

Carers Hub is dedicated to supporting unpaid carers in Lambeth—people who look after a family member, friend, or neighbor who cannot manage without help due to illness, disability, mental health needs, or addiction. Carers Hub exists because caring can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging and isolating. Their mission is to ensure carers have the information, advice, and emotional support they need to maintain their own wellbeing while continuing to care for others. Carers Hub can help you: Understand your rights and entitlements as a carer Access practical support, including Carers Assessments and respite options Join peer support groups and connect with other carers Get advice on benefits, finances, and employment Find training and resources to help you in your caring role

Hourglass (previously known as Action on Elder Abuse) is a specialist organisation focused exclusively on the issue of elder abuse. You can report concerns about elderly abuse to their hotline. The (no-charge) helpline is available throughout the UK Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. In London, they also run a South London Elder Abuse Recovery Service (EARS) where volunteers provide support for older people affected by abuse. This can can range from weekly telephone calls, to acting as escorts to hospital appointments or therapeutic activities.

Respond works with children and adults with learning disabilities who have experienced abuse or trauma, as well as those who have abused others, through psychotherapy, advocacy, campaigning and other support. Respond also aims to prevent abuse by providing training, consultancy and research.

The Modern Slavery Human Trafficking Unit (MSHTU) is part of the Organised Crime Command in the National Crime Agency. They work within the UK and internationally to combat modern slavery crimes. They collaborate with partners including police forces, the Home Office and other government departments, the UK Border Force and UK Immigration Enforcement, the Gangmasters Labour Abuse Authority (GLAA), international agencies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and many charitable and voluntary expert groups.

If you think slavery is happening, do not attempt to let the victim know that you have reported it or confront the traffickers. You need to ensure their safety and yours. If you feel you are in a situation of slavery, you can use any of the contact methods below:.