Developing Health and Independence is a charity that challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and contribute to the richness and wellbeing of their community.

We provide a comprehensive range of services in Bath and North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Swindon, Wiltshire, and Somerset for people who are socially excluded for reasons such as homelessness, alcohol or drug addiction, learning disabilities or emotional difficulties.

We help people to turn their lives around by tackling both the causes and consequences of social exclusion through practical and emotional support services such as information and advice, supported housing, counselling, activities, and employment and training opportunities. Go to our Video Library, Audio Library, Image Gallery and Client Magazine for more information.

News

Ken Loach urges support for DHI

Ken Loach (photo: Joss Barratt)

The film director Ken Loach has urged more support for charities, at a time of what he calls a "crazy failure" in the economy.

Our Clients

Carol’s story

Carol has overcome addiction and now works for DHI

Since being sentenced to a drug rehabilitation order for shoplifting, Carol has achieved a remarkable recovery.

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