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Social Prescribing Resource Sheet:
Immigration, Asylum-seekers & Refugee Support
Introduction
This resource sheet includes a selection of services, tools, and organisations that others have found helpful.
If you require further support in accessing these, or other services, please contact the Social Prescribing Team on 01308 428943 or contact us via our online form.
Social Prescribing is available at your GP Surgery
If you live in Bridport, Beaminster, Lyme Regis or the wider West Dorset area, you can speak directly with our Social Prescribers and Care Coordinators - no referral needed.
- Support with finances
- Getting Active
- Hobbies and Interests
- Connecting to Community
- Supporting wellbeing
- Help with Long Term Conditions
West Dorset Support Services
Bridport Refugee Support Campaign (BRSC)
Based in Bridport, BRSC offers practical assistance to refugees and asylum seekers. They can help with housing, integration, and community support. You can contact them via their website below.
Website: Visit the Bridport Refugee Support Campaign (BRSC) website
Solidarity With Refugees - West Dorset and Weymouth and Portland
This Facebook group connects individuals interested in supporting refugees. Members share information about collections, fundraising events, and other initiatives. You can join the group on the website.
Website: Visit the Solidarity With Refugees - West Dorset and Weymouth and Portland website
Jurassic Multicultural Network
A charity celebrating multiculturalism and supporting those in cultural isolation. You can join the group on the website.
Dorset Countywide Support Services
Refugee services in Dorset
Refugee schemes save lives. They offer stability to those most in need of protection. Refugees do not leave their countries out of choice. They are forced to leave by conflict and violence.
Information for Ukrainian guests
You can access support from a range of services available through this and the Dorset Together network of public, voluntary, and charitable organisations.
International Care Network (ICN)
ICN supports refugees and asylum seekers across Dorset, offering services such as immigration advice, English language classes, and assistance for women and families. They are based in Bournemouth but serve the wider Dorset area.
Social Prescribing Resource Sheet:
Immigration, Asylum-seekers & Refugee Support
Introduction
This resource sheet includes a selection of services, tools, and organisations that others have found helpful.
If you require further support in accessing these, or other services, please contact the Social Prescribing Team on 01308 428943 or contact us via our online form.
Social Prescribing is available at your GP Surgery
If you live in Bridport, Beaminster, Lyme Regis or the wider West Dorset area, you can speak directly with our Social Prescribers and Care Coordinators - no referral needed.
- Support with finances
- Getting Active
- Hobbies and Interests
- Connecting to Community
- Supporting wellbeing
- Help with Long Term Conditions
West Dorset Support Services
Bridport Refugee Support Campaign (BRSC)
Based in Bridport, BRSC offers practical assistance to refugees and asylum seekers. They can help with housing, integration, and community support. You can contact them via their website below.
Website: Visit the Bridport Refugee Support Campaign (BRSC) website
Solidarity With Refugees - West Dorset and Weymouth and Portland
This Facebook group connects individuals interested in supporting refugees. Members share information about collections, fundraising events, and other initiatives. You can join the group on the website.
Website: Visit the Solidarity With Refugees - West Dorset and Weymouth and Portland website
Jurassic Multicultural Network
A charity celebrating multiculturalism and supporting those in cultural isolation. You can join the group on the website.
Dorset Countywide Support Services
Refugee services in Dorset
Refugee schemes save lives. They offer stability to those most in need of protection. Refugees do not leave their countries out of choice. They are forced to leave by conflict and violence.
Information for Ukrainian guests
You can access support from a range of services available through this and the Dorset Together network of public, voluntary, and charitable organisations.
International Care Network (ICN)
ICN supports refugees and asylum seekers across Dorset, offering services such as immigration advice, English language classes, and assistance for women and families. They are based in Bournemouth but serve the wider Dorset area.
Telephone: 01202 589395
National Support Services
Migrant Help
A national charity providing advice and guidance to asylum seekers and refugees, including assistance with accommodation and financial support applications.
Telephone: 01202 589395
National Support Services
Migrant Help
A national charity providing advice and guidance to asylum seekers and refugees, including assistance with accommodation and financial support applications.
Telephone: 0808 010 503
Website: Visit the Migrant Help website
British Red Cross
Offers practical and emotional support to refugees and asylum seekers, including emergency assistance and help with family reunification. You can find more details and contact information on their website:
Website: Visit the British Red Cross website
Health information in other languages
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Health resources in other languages
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Further Information
While we hope you may find something here that supports you, please note that these resources are not all officially endorsed by the NHS. We endeavour to ensure that all listings are accurate and up to date, but please be aware that we cannot guarantee this at all times.
If you are a local service, organisation or group that would like to be included in this guide, please contact us via secure online form or call the PCN Admin Team on 01308 801810 and tell us about your support offering.
Last updated: July 2025.