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The BBC Children in Need Appeal provides grants to projects in the UK which focus on children and young people who are disadvantaged. They are local to people in all corners of the UK and support small and large organisations which empower children and extend…Flu Jabs for Carers
Carers UK is running an initiative to increase the take-up of free flu jabs by unpaid carers. As winter approaches, it is important for any carers of people who are elderly, ill or disabled to visit their GP for a free flu jab to reduce the…Let's Talk Sunderland
As a council, we gather feedback from our communities in lots of different and often inconsistent ways, whether that's face to face, over the phone or online. But we know this doesn't always reach the right service or partner. Residents are speaking but we are…Healthy Start Vouchers
Healthy Start is a UK-wide statutory government scheme to help expectant mothers, new parents and their children to eat healthily and get the nutrition they need to have a great start in life. With Healthy Start, you get free vouchers every week to spend on…Making Meaningful Connections – for people aged 50+
Age UK Sunderland aims to reduce loneliness and isolation, promote good health and wellbeing and provide new social opportunities. We offer: One to one support sessions – tailored to the needs of the individual A variety of social network groups: Alternative Monday 2 – 4pm…High Street Heart Checks - NHS England
High street checks on NHS - Pharmacists are set to offer rapid detection and help for killer conditions like heart disease as part of a major revamp of high street pharmacy services. The high street heart checks are part of an ambitious target the NHS…Severe Mental Impairment Council Tax Discount
You or someone you care for could be entitled to a 'severe mental impairment' council tax discount. By law, someone who has been medically certified as having a permanent condition that affects their intelligence and social functioning (eg, Alzheimer's or severe learning difficulties, but many…Reporting Missing Persons - Herbert Protocol
By following the link below you will find information about the Herbert Protocol, which has recently been launched by Northumbria Police. All the Safeguarding Adult Boards covered by Northumbria Police’s area are backing the initiative. It provides ‘added value’ information, for example previous favourite places…Sunderland Information Point's Facebook Page
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If you have any difficulties managing aspects of daily life, then our Help to Live at Home category can help you. We have featured a range of traditional daily living aids and Assistive Technology products that can be used to help you retain independence and empower you…Digital Assisted & Supported Living Area - Assistive Technology that can help you retain independence
Digital Assisted and Supported Living demonstrates how assistive technology can be used to help you or the person you care for, take control and manage aspects of your care, health and wellbeing. Assistive technology is not a one size fits all solution and it won't replace all aspects of care,…What's On?
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