2015
Hands Free Computing: Making computers accessible for everyone
Using a variety of programmes, assistive software, training, apps and on-going support, Hands Free Computing help make computers accessible for everyone, regardless of their disability. Since they began in 1997, … Read more
Helping young people personify and cope with stress
StressHeads is an innovative digital tool, accessible via mobile and desktop applications, which helps young people cope with, and understand, the causes of stress. Created by YouthNet, the brains behind … Read more
Daily reminder encourages active participation in recovery
BuddyApp is a health and wellbeing app that utilises SMS text technology to engage individuals in their care, by recording their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing in-between sessions, by sending … Read more
Dispatch App saves time and lives in London
London’s Air Ambulance delivers an advanced trauma team to critically injured people in London, responding to, on average, 2,000 people every year. Time is a critical factor in helping to … Read more
DontBottleItUp: Free online support for alcohol
DontBottleItUp is a free online support service available 24/7 to anyone seeking advice, support, and information about their drinking. Using a quick, easy, and confidential online questionnaire people can find … Read more
Free app connects homeless, and those at risk, with support services
Set up in 1971, Simon Community Northern Ireland is the leading homelessness charity in Northern Ireland, providing a range of services for people who are homeless or at risk of … Read more
Bringing digital skills, events and webinars to local communities
JamPackedUK supports the teaching of digital skills and the development of the teaching of computing, providing inspiring and engaging experiences for learners of all ages and backgrounds. Targeted at areas … Read more
Learning hub provides carers with information and support online
Carers Link is a local voluntary organisation in East Dunbartonshire for family carers, providing information, advocacy, emotional support (both one-to-one and in groups) and training for adults who care for … Read more
Peer Assist: Breaking the cycle of re-offending
Peer Assist is a new digital platform developed to extend the reach of St Giles Trust services to ex-offenders and their families across the UK. High re-offending rates cost the … Read more
3 words to address the world
Around 75% of the world suffers from inadequate addressing systems – around 4 billion people. An address means that people can receive vital deliveries and aid, disease can be reported … Read more
PlusGuidance puts therapy in the patient’s fingertips
PlusGuidance is an online counselling platform that helps people securely and discreetly connect with a counsellor that’s right for them. Through video-calls, voice-calls and instant messaging, the service is private, … Read more
GoodSAM creates a network of lifesavers across the world
GoodSAM (Smartphone Activated Medic) is a London-based social enterprise, who have created a smartphone alerter and responder app, dispatch system and extensive network of trained doctors, nurses, paramedics and other … Read more