West Cumbria Dyslexia Association
- A voluntary charitable organisation providing help and support for dyslexic adults and children in West Cumbria.
- http://www.wcda.org.uk

North Cumbria Dyslexia Association
- Local affiliate of British Dyslexia Association offers information about their membership, activities and events; includes a newsletter.
- http://www.pawsrest.fsnet.co.uk/index1.htm

The Oaklea Trust
- A charitable organisation which is dedicated to providing services for people with learning disabilities and other associated disabilities.
- http://www.oakleatrust.co.uk/

West House, Cockermouth
- A charitable organisation providing a range of community based support services to people with learning disabilities living in West Cumbria.
- http://www.westhouse.org.uk/

Barrow and Districts Society for the Blind
- Information about the 'Blind Shop' in Barrow, and the society's residential home Ostley House.
- http://www.barrowblindsociety.org.uk/