Age UK is a charity which supports older people. They provide a range of information and advice online about growing older. including wills, energy advice, what to do when someone dies, benefits advice and more. They provide telephone befriending, advice and more

Citizens Advice offers online information which includes advice and resources and tools.

Citizens Advice Newcastle (CAN) give free, confidential and independent advice to people who live, work or study in Newcastle. They are based at City Library and run drop in sessions or you can make an appointment.

Citizens Advice Northumberland provide free, confidential, impartial advice in the North East on a range of issues, including debt, fuel debt, welfare benefits, housing, employment, relationships, etc. It has offices throughout Northumberland.

Connected Voice Advocacy provide advocacy services to help you to get your voice heard.  An Advocate will help you speak up for yourself, find out about your rights, explore your options, make decisions and choices or get services or support:

The Law Society offers guidance on legal issues.

Mind UK offers mental health support. They have 2 telephone helplines and online information:

SFE is an independent, national organisation of lawyers, such as solicitors, barristers, and chartered legal executives who provide specialist legal advice for older and vulnerable people, their families and carers.

Your Voice Counts (YVC) is an advocacy service in Newcastle. They help vulnerable people to be involved in important decisions about their life. Making sure your wishes are heard and your rights are upheld.