| Karla.cook@dhadvice.org | |
| Website | http://www.dhadvice.org |
| Telephone | 0115 9300199 |
| Address | 153 Bath Street Ilkeston Derbyshire DE7 8AS |
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| Purpose | Direct Help via specialist advice, advocacy and representation for families and individuals facing crisis, to prevent and alleviate homelessness, debt and housing difficulty. We provide free independent and confidential services that offer support to the most vulnerable people in our communities; often requiring immediate intervention, support and advice face to face, or via the telephone and leading to resolution via Legal Representation. We also offer accessible training and skills development to a wide range of vulnerable people to help reduce unemployment, and promote social and financial inclusion. |
| Services | We provide effective, specialist advice; advocacy and representation for people that would otherwise not be able to access these services. We secure their basic needs, protect and preserve their legal rights, provide equal access to Justice and seek fairness and dignity for all our clients. Training for all ages to assist in gaining employment, improve self-confidence, relieve social exclusion, awareness of anti-social behaviour for young people, education and support sessions in preparation for independent living for young people, health and well-being sessions, and accredited learning. |
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| Who they work with |
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| Geographical area coverage | Derby City, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Part(s) of Derbyshire,Covers Derbyshire and some parts of Nottinghamshire |
| Space for Hire | Yes |
| Opening Times | 9am-4:30pm, Monday – Friday |
| Eligibility Criteria | Legal advice for anyone in a vulnerable situation. Training available to anyone who is unemployed, financially excluded, economically disadvantaged and socially excluded. |
| Meeting Place | Training Centre based in Ilkeston but can deliver training within Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire locations. Legal Advice Centre based in Derby City Centre with up to 10 out-reach locations in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| Service Costs | No charge – we are a registered charity where all services are paid for through funding. |
| Is a registered charity? | Yes |
| Charity Number | 1073231 |
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