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Who Help & Care are

For 40 years, Help & Care has been by the side of people and communities – helping them live with independence, dignity, and purpose.

We’re proud to empower individuals with health conditions to build the lives they want, offering practical support, information, and care tailored to each person’s journey.

40 years strong – and still going further, together.

Everything we do is rooted in compassion, integrity, and a fierce belief that everyone deserves to live life on their terms.  

Our impact

We empower individuals, with physical and mental health conditions to live the most fulfilling lives possible.

1000’s

of people are supported each year

through coaching, advice, wellbeing hubs, and more.

40

years and strong!

Supporting people and shaping services since 1985.

1

clear mission!

to help people live the lives they choose, with dignity, autonomy, and support.

Your Health. Your Life. Your Way.

At Help & Care, we believe people thrive when they’re empowered to take charge of their own health and wellbeing.

As a trusted partner across Dorset, we promote Self-Management – supporting individuals to feel confident, informed, and in control of their care.

With employees rooted in local communities, we help people improve their wellbeing by addressing social, emotional, and practical needs close to home.

This not only changes lives – it eases pressure on local NHS services by reducing avoidable appointments and hospital visits.

Whether you’re a Dorset resident or a professional, explore how our services can support you.

I was listened to and it helped me to change my way of dealing with things, in the present and not to think and worry about things in the future that I may have no control over. I am most grateful.
AnonService User

What we offer

Help & Care

What we offer

At Help & Care, we believe people thrive when they’re empowered to take charge of their own health and wellbeing.

Health & Wellbeing Coaching

Feel seen. Feel supported. Feel like yourself again.

Personalised support to build confidence and take steps toward a healthier, happier life.

Social Prescribing

Helping you feel connected, confident, and supported.

Connecting you to local, non-medical support to boost wellbeing and reduce isolation.

Memory Support & Advice

Here for every step of the journey – before, during, and after diagnosis.

Guidance and tailored support for memory concerns, dementia, and cognitive changes.

Mental Health & Wellbeing Support

Practical help, compassionate listening, and a clear path forward.

One-to-one help for emotional wellbeing, life challenges, and mental health support.

HOPE

Help Overcoming Problems Effectively.

A 6-week course to build confidence, manage health, and connect with peer support.

Roots

Cultivate, Nurture, Sustain.

Supporting community-led health projects to grow and thrive from the ground up.

Involving People

Putting communities at the heart of change.

Helping people shape services and share lived experience to influence real change.

Healthwatch

Your voice in healthcare.

Your voice matters — helping improve care by sharing your experience of health services.

Help & Care at the show
You can find us at one of our regular drop-in wellbeing events