Suffolk Services

Sam’s Wellbeing Hub & Café is ready to welcome everyone, including your furry friends too (well-behaved & assistant dogs).

They’ve created a warm, relaxing space that’s perfect for everyone to enjoy and escape to.

Whether you’re stopping by to explore their delicious food and drink menu, just looking for a cozy spot to unwind, or attending on of their many events,  they’re open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Upcoming Events are posted regulary on their facebook page, be sure to check them out!

The Pear Tree Centre is a warm and welcoming one-stop-shop which offers support, information, counselling and benefits advice to anyone who has been diagnosed with a life-changing illness.

The centre is open from 10am to 4pm on Monday to Friday.

Suffolk Mind is an independent mental health charity dedicated to making Suffolk the best place in the world for talking about and taking care of mental health.

Suffolk Mind offers a wide range of support services for all ages, including counselling, group sessions, and resources tailored for young people, and adults.​

The charity operates across Suffolk, with locations in Felixstowe, Saxmundham, and Bury St Edmunds, with services accessible via self-referral.

For more information or to access to their support services, contact on 0300 111 6000 or email henry.tapp@suffolkmind.org.uk

Norfolk and Waveney Mind is a mental health charity that believes no one should have to face a mental health problem alone.

Mind work to reduce the stigma associated with mental health, support people in their recovery, and champion better services for all.

Mind can help you find the right support and resources to help you with any mental health challenges you may be facing.

They have a fantastic team to speak to as well as a directory full of services, information and resources, as well as Community Support Groups and activities you can join.

Check out their website for more info or contact on 0300 330 5488 and select option 1 for advice on Norfolk and Waveney Mind Services or email rictriage@norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk

DAS provides a full and comprehensive telephone and email advice service and also offers in-person appointments for clients who need them in the office.

Their office is open Mondays – Thursdays (10:00am – 3:00pm)

Grandma’s Kitchen specialises in providing home-cooked traditional food to everybody, including the elderly and housebound. Their delicious menu offers a range of meals to choose from, and all meals are delivered hot to your door and served on a plate!

Current delivery areas are: North & South Lowestoft, Pakefield, Carlton Colville, Kessingland,  Southwold, Beccles, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth & Hopton.  If your area is not listed please contact to discuss your requirements.

01502 537 733

enquiries@grandmas-kitchen.co.uk

Lofty Heights is a not-for-profit social enterprise supporting vulnerable people in Suffolk to live safely in their homes by offering decluttering, homeward bound and house clearance services.

Lofty Heights prides itself on never shying away from what can seem like an overwhelming situation and always acting with dignity, respect, and a little humour!

Suffolk Sight is the sight-loss charity for Suffolk.

Their team offers support, advice, and guidance based on your individual sight loss needs. Membership of Suffolk Sight is free and gives you access to all of the services we provide.

Services for members include:

• A dedicated community worker
• Befriending
• Computer and technology support
• Low vision assessments
• Advice on and access to aids and equipment
• Newsletters
• Social clubs and support groups
• Help with benefits, concessions and grants

Suffolk Sight has regular drop in sessions where you are welcome to come along and chat to their local Community Worker, for support and advice regarding sight loss.

For more information on these events and Suffolk Sight services, check out their website, email info@suffolksight.org.uk or call 01473 611011

The Needham Market Community Chinwag is for people aged 60+ years young living in Needham Market and surrounding areas who are looking for companionship, chat, some advice or a place to make new friends.

Join us on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 2pm – 4pm.

For more information contact: Needhammarketchinwag@gmail.com

Honeysuckle – Our World is a dementia day centre based in Ipswich, Suffolk.

Their mission is to offer essential respite for families and carers who need a well-deserved break, ensuring loved ones receive the highest quality of care and stimulating activities, including gardening.

email : honeysuckle-ourworld@outlook.com

Phone : Lauren 07715581450

Located in the heart of Mendlesham Village, Suffolk. Mendlesham Bowls Club is a small freindly club of 30-40 members of all abilities.

New members are always welcome!

There is no pressure to play in league matches; however, there are plenty of opportunities to join the club competitions, which are typically played on either a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. These are fun and entertaining for any level of player, and the bar is open for all home events.

Thrive Hub is all about providing an enabling environment, giving those with learning disabilities, physical and or sensory impairment the opportunity to enjoy life, and choose their own activities and pursuits.

Thrive Hub offers an opportunity to:

Thrive Hub is accredited with Suffolk County Council, so you may be eligible for funding to attend.

Check out their website for their sessions, costs, activities, and events or contact them on 01440 821491 or email