Useful Links Directory
Links to useful websites and resources
Census 2011
Welcome to the 2011 Census for England and Wales Census statistics help paint a picture of the nation and how we live. They provide a detailed snapshot of the population and its characteristics, and underpin funding allocation to provide public services. The population of England & Wales on Census Day, 27 March 2011, was 56,075,912.
Centre for Excellence and Outcomes in Children and Young People’s Services CE4O
C4EO aims to help those working in children’s services improve the life chances of all children and young people, in particular those who are most vulnerable.
Centre for Policy on Ageing
The Centre for Policy on Ageing, established in 1947 by the Nuffield Foundation, has a long and distinguished record as an independent charity promoting the interests of older people through research, policy analysis and the dissemination of information.
Centre for Research on the Child and the Family
The Centre for Research on the Child and Family, founded in 1996, is in the forefront of research on vulnerable children, parenting and family change.
CFAB – Children and Families Across Borders
Children and Families Across Borders (CFAB) is a unique UK-based charity which identifies and protects children who have been separated from family members as a consequence of trafficking, abduction, migration, divorce, conflict and asylum, as well as other vulnerable individuals in often desperate circumstances.
Children 1st
We deliver services around the country in homes and communities that help children and families every day; we speak out for children's rights by influencing legislation and campaigning to change attitudes towards children and we share our expertise with others, both professionals and volunteers who work with children and families through our training and consultancy services.
Children and Young People’s Health Outcomes Forum
The Children and Young People’s Health Outcomes Forum is an independent group of experts from local government, the NHS and charities that is helping to develop a new strategy for improving care for children and young people. The Forum will engage with and hear views from children, parents, carers and wider families as well as health professionals before making recommendations to Government.
Children England
Children England is the leading membership organisation supporting charities, community and not-for-profit organisations that provide services for children, young people or families.
Children in Scotland
Children in Scotland is the national agency for voluntary, statutory and professional organisations and individuals working with children and their families in Scotland.
Children in Wales
Children in Wales is the national umbrella organisation for those working with children and young people in Wales.
ChiMat
The national Child and Maternal Health Observatory (ChiMat) provides information and intelligence to improve decision-making for high quality, cost effective services. It supports policy makers, commissioners, managers, regulators, and other health stakeholders working on children's, young people's and maternal health
Connecting with People
Information for social workers regarding people who may be at risk of suicide – leaflets and film
CRIN – Child Rights Information Network
CRIN is a global children's rights network. We press for rights - not charity - and a systemic shift in how governments and societies view children. We link to 2,251 organisations and have 26,257 resources on our site.
Crossroads Care
Crossroads Care wants every carer to be recognised, supported and offered services to help them maintain their own health and wellbeing.
Crossroads Caring Scotland
Crossroads Caring Scotland, the national charity dedicated to the provision of short breaks for carers within their own homes.
Cruse Bereavement Care
Cruse is committed to breaking the stigma around grief and ensuring that everyone, no matter how old or young, can access the highest quality support following a bereavement. Not only does Cruse provide a telephone helpline and the useful information you will find on this website, but our trained volunteers provide face-to-face support and practical advice in branches across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
DEMOS
Demos is a think-tank focused on power and politics. Our unique approach challenges the traditional, 'ivory tower' model of policymaking by giving a voice to people and communities. We work together with the groups and individuals who are the focus of our research, including them in citizens’ juries, deliberative workshops, focus groups and ethnographic research. Through our high quality and socially responsible research, Demos has established itself as the leading independent think tank in British politics. Our work is driven by the goal of a society populated by free, capable, secure and powerful citizens.
Dimensions
We support people with learning disabilities and people with autism. A not-for-profit organisation, we are a leader in our sector, supporting around 2,500 people and their families in England and Wales.
Employers for Carers
Employers for Carers is a service for employers to help you retain the 1 in 7 employees in your workforce caring for a family member. We promote the business benefits of supporting carers and provide advice and support on carer friendly policy and practice. Employers for Carers can help your business remain competitive with a healthy and productive workforce.
Engage Toolkit
The site brings together information, resources and links to help develop and implement best policy and practice for services to support black and minority ethnic young carers and family. You can find short, accessible bits of information, links to other good practice sites and resources, information about local projects and support, case studies and good practice guidance around multi-agency working and whole family support.
