Drop-Ins & Support

SNG Housing Officers

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Drop-In Housing Advice here at Somerford ARC Community Centre 🏠🤝

No Appointment Needed

Get face-to-face support from your SNG local Housing Officer at Somerford ARC. These fortnightly drop-in sessions are perfect for getting guidance on housing matters, asking questions, and accessing local resources.

📅 Upcoming Dates:

15th January | 29th January
12th February | 26th February
12th March | 26th March
9th April | 23rd April
7th May | 21st May
4th June | 18th June
2nd July | 16th July | 30th July

For More Information:

📱 Somerford ARC: 01202 470770

📧 info@somerfordarc.com

Drop in, speak to an expert, and get the advice and support you need — no appointment necessary! 🏡✨

SNG Contact Information:

📱 Sovereign Network Group: 0300 5000 926

🌐 https://www.sng.org.uk/

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📍 Atlantic House, Aviation Park West, Enterprise Way, East Parley, Christchurch BH23 6EW

🕤 Monday to Friday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Digital Champions

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Become a Digital Champion here at Somerford ARC💻📱

Digital Champions are people of all ages and backgrounds who help others understand the benefits of using the internet.

How a Digital Champion Can Help:

🖥️ Computer support & getting started

📧 Email setup and use

🌐 Internet browsing

📱 Social media guidance

🛒 Online shopping tips

Whether you’re helping someone get online for the first time or supporting them to gain confidence with technology, your guidance can be life-changing!

For More Information:

📱 01202 470770

📧 info@somerfordarc.com

Get support from a Digital Champion and learn new online skills to make everyday life easier! 💙✨

Citizens Advice

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Drop-In advice from Citizens Advice here at Somerford ARC Community Centre 🤝💚

No Appointment Needed

We all face problems that can feel complicated or intimidating. Citizens Advice believes that no one should have to face these challenges alone. Their team is here to give you the knowledge, guidance, and confidence you need to find your way forward, no matter who you are or what your problem may be. They offer:

🆓 Free, confidential, and impartial advice

🏠 Support on issues including benefits, housing, debt, employment, and more

🤝 Friendly staff ready to help you understand your options

For More Information:

📱 Somerford ARC: 01202 470770

📧 info@somerfordarc.com

Drop in, speak to an expert, and get the advice and support you need — no appointment necessary! 🧩✨

Citizens Advice Contact Information:

📱 0808 278 7939

🕤 Monday – Friday, 10am – 4pm

🌐https://citizensadvicebcp.org.uk/

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Additional Drop-ins

Bournemouth Drop-in Service

🕤 Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 10am – 2:30pm

📍Civic Centre, Town Hall, BH2 6DX

⚠️ Please arrive before 9 a.m. to register to see an adviser on a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. We have limited number of appointments per day, and operate on a first come first serve basis. After all appointments are allocated, we unfortunately will not be able to see you on that day.

Christchurch Library Drop-in Service

🕤 Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 12:30pm

📍Christchurch Central Library, BH23 1AW

⚠️ Please arrive at 9 a.m. to register to see an adviser on the day. Spaces are limited. Drop-in is operated on a first come first served basis.

Poole Drop-in Service

🕤 Monday – Thursday, 10am – 2:30pm

📍Poole Central Library, BH15 1QE

⚠️ Please arrive before 9am to register to see an adviser on the day. Drop-in is operated on a first come first served basis.

Access Wellbeing

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Drop-In Advice with Access Wellbeing here at Somerford ARC Community Centre 🤝💚

No appointment necessary

Need support but don’t want to wait for an appointment? Access Wellbeing offers drop-in, person-centered advice in Dorset, helping you access guidance and support when you need it most.

Their team provides early help to prevent concerns from escalating, covering a wide range of issues and offering a safe, welcoming environment to get the support you need. 🤝

For More Information:

📱Somerford ARC: 01202 470770

📧 info@somerfordarc.com

Drop in, get advice, and take the first step toward support and wellbeing today! 💛

Access Wellbeing Contact Information:

📱 07385 473687

📍3-5 Palmerston Road Bournemouth BH1 4HN

🕤 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday

🌐https://www.dorsetaccesswellbeing.co.uk/

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Parent Carer Foundation

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Parent Carer Drop-In at Somerford ARC🤝💚

Join us for a free drop-in advice session the First Thursday of the Month- no appointment necessary!

Whether you’re seeking advice, support, or simply someone to talk to, this drop-in is a welcoming and informative space designed to support parents and carers of children and young adults with any type of disability, whether or not a diagnosis has been made.

For More Information:

📱 Somerford ARC: 01202 470770

📧 info@somerfordarc.com

Drop in, get the support you need, and connect with a community that understands. 💛

About the Parent Carer Foundation:

The Parent Carer Foundation empowers and supports parents and carers by providing:

💡 Guidance and advice for daily challenges

🤝 Emotional support and peer connection

📚 Resources and information to navigate services

Parent Carer Foundation Contact Information:

📍 Somerford ARC Community Centre, 20 Southey Road Christchurch, BH23 3EH

📱 07585 404335

📧 admin@pcforg.co.uk

🌐https://www.pcforg.co.uk/

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SENDiass4BCP

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

SENDiass4BCP Drop-In at Somerford ARC 🤝💚

Join us for a free drop-in advice session every First Thursday of the Month- No appointment necessary!

Whether you’re seeking advice, support, or simply someone to talk to, this session offers a welcoming and informative space for parents and carers of children and young adults with any type of disability, with or without a diagnosis. 💛

For more information:

📱 Somerford ARC: 01202 470770

📧 info@somerfordarc.com

Drop in, get the support you need, and connect with a community that understands. 💛

About SENDiass4BCP:

SENDiass4BCP:

SENDiass4BCP provides free, confidential, and impartial support for children and young people with SEND, as well as their parent carers by providing:

💡 Information, advice, and guidance on education, health, and social care for SEND

🤝 Support for parents and carers to navigate services and make informed decisions

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Empowerment for children and young people to understand their rights and access the support they need

SENDiass4BCP Contact Information

📱 01202 128181

🕤9:30am – 12:30pm Monday – Thursday

🌐 https://sendiass4bcp.org/

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BCP SEND Team

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

BCP SEND Team Drop-In at Somerford ARC 🤝💚

Join us for a free drop-in advice session every First Thursday of the Month- no appointment necessary!

For more information:

📱 Somerford ARC: 01202 470770

📧 info@somerfordarc.com

About the BCP SEND Team:

BCP SEND Team

Responsible for carrying out the statutory assessment process for special education needs and disabilities (SEND) in the BCP area as well as:

📄 Issuing Statutory Education, Health, and Care (EHC) Plans

🏫 Find School Placements

📊 Monitor and Review Progress

💙 Ensure Support for Success

BCP SEND Team Contact Infromation:

📱 01202 128880

📍BCP Council Civic Offices, Town Hall, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 6DY

📧SENDbso@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Parent Carers Together

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Parent Carers Together Drop-In at Somerford ARC 🤝💚

Join us for a free drop-in advice session every First Thursday of the Month- no appointment necessary!

For more information:

📱 Somerford ARC: 01202 470770

📧 info@somerfordarc.com

Drop in, get the support you need, and connect with a community that understands. 💛

About Parent Carers Together

Parent Carers Together

Parent Carers Together is the independent parent carer forum for Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole. They work to:

💬 Amplify families’ voices

🤝 Co-produce with BCP Council and NHS Dorset

🌐 Influence SEND services locally and nationally through the National Network of Parent Carer Forums

Parent Carers Together Contact Information:

📱 07852 422089

📧 info@parentcarerstogether.org.uk

🌐https://www.parentcarerstogether.org.uk/

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