Advice & Information
Directory resultsPlanning for later life
In this section you will find information and services that can help you make preparations for your future, inlcuding giving someone permission to manage your affairs, making a will or planning for your funeral.
Prevent Campaign
In this section you will find information and advice about the Prevent Campaign and what you can do to help prevent radicalisation.
Protecting children and adults at risk
In this section you will find information and advice that can help you protect a child or adult who are at risk of abuse.
The Red Bag Scheme
In this section you will find information about the REG BAG Scheme which is about supporting older, frail people with their journey in and out of hospital.
Refugees and Asylum Seekers information and support
In this section you will find information and services that support refugees and asylum seekers.
Safer Sunderland Partnership
In this section you will find information and advice for people with learning disabilities if they feel scared or at risk while they are out and about in the community and need immediate support.
Safety online
In this section you will find information, advice and resources to help you and your children stay safe whilst online.
Self Care and Carer Apps
What are Self Care and Carer Apps?These are applications that can be downloaded onto your smart phone or tablet from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store website using an internet connection or mobile data. They are often free or have a small one-off cost, but it…
Sexual health
In this section you will find information and advice that can help you with your sexual health.
Smart Home products
What are Smart Home products?They include products that use voice activated speakers that can be used to control your lighting, heating, security systems and much more, all with the intention of using automated technology to make life easier and provide a level of independence. Why are they useful?They…
Suicide support
In this section you will find information and services that can offer you support and guidance during a crisis. If you feel that you there is a danger to life go to A&E or call 999. If you urgently need specialist advice the Initial Response…
Sunderland City Council's technology videos
In this section you will find Sunderland City Council's series of short videos that demonstrate how technology can be used and have a positive impact on your life helping to reduce social isolation and people to remain in their home and retain independence.
Support during a crisis
In this section you will find information and services that can help you get support and manage during a crisis.
Support during a power cut
In this section you will find information and advice that can help you during a power cut if you have a medical condition, medical equipment, sight or hearing impairment.
Things to do in and around Sunderland
In this section you will find information to help you get out and about if you have limited mobility.
Training support
In this section you will find information and services that can help you learn new skills through training and local courses.
Travelling and accessibility in and around Sunderland
In this section you will find information and services to help you get around if you have limited mobility and are looking for easier and safer ways to travel.
Universal Credit
In this section you will find information and services that can help you understand Universal Credit and what it means for you.