Behcet's UK
Description: The society provides a range of information and support to people affected by Behcet's Syndrome. It also promotes and assists with research into the condition, and promotes awareness of the disease.
Weblink: https://behcetsuk.org
Tel: 0845 130 7329
Email: info@behcetsuk.org
Category: Third/voluntary Sector
Services Provided
Financial aid
The Society will provide grants to help people who are in hardship because of Behçet's disease. To provide a grant, evidence of the amount needed must be provided. Examples of claims which might be funded include prepayment certificate for drugs, help with travel to hospital, household bills, help towards computer with reading aids/voice recognition if you are visually impaired, or aids/other equipment not available on the NHS to help if you are disabled.Behcet's UK Helpline
A telephone helpline for members which is available between 9.00 am and 8.00 pm on weekdays and between 10 am and 6 pm on weekends and bank holidays (see website for full details). It is run by volunteers so answerphones may be used at certain times. Callers who leave a message are contacted as soon as possible at the Society's expense.Behcets Local Support Groups
Local support groups in-person and online. For groups in Wales contact Rachel below for more information.Events associated with this provider:
14th of December 2024
Behçet’s UK Wales Support Group Meeting - Christmas Catch-up (online)
Christmas Catch-up. If you’d like to join the meeting, please email Rachael via info@behcetsuk.org by 12pm on Friday 13th December.Hosted by - Behcet's UK