Summary of a report into direct and indirect discrimination, covering education, employment, health care, social care, social security, transport, and citizenship....
Looks at some of the things that might make you feel sad and ways of coming to terms with them. It also tells you how to recognise the difference between feeling down and being depressed and how to g...
Information and advice about death & bereavement, including grief, difficult times & feelings, picking up the pieces, looking after self, practical concerns & things that need to be done, preparing fo...
Provides information on what to do if you have hearing loss....
General advice on eye tests and glasses plus guidance for people with more serious sight loss....
Doorstep salesmen can provide a valuable service, bringing shopping facilities to your home. Unfortunately, not all callers are welcome or genuine. This information sheet explains your rights when s...
If you have accidental leakage of urine or bowel motion, this leaflet may help you to understand why, and give you some ideas on how to tackle the problem....
Explains your rights when shopping from home and how to avoid falling victim to cons and scams. Includes information about doorstep selling, bogus callers, and buying by mail order, phone, & internet....
A handy booklet that aims to help older people and their advisors locate the right housing advice service....
Information for people with a sensory or physical disability about equipment for use in the home that can help. The kind of equipment available is described, how to find out more & get or buy it, adap...
Papers froduced by the Fair Rate for Care coalition...
Explanation of what Flu is, how it spreads, the symptoms, vaccination, what to do if you get it and how ro avoid getting it....
It is important for us all to be aware of possible fire hazards around the home and to take sensible precautions to protect ourselves and our homes. This leaflet gives you advice on how to do it....
Trouble with your feet?; looking after your feet; simple foot care; exercise your feet; common foot problems; how to contact a chiropodist; helpful addresses....
For many people of all ages, gardening provides pleasure, exercise and a reason for going outside. This information sheet offers advice on planning a garden to suit your needs, tools to help in the ...
Explains how age can affect the health of older people, provides some general information and statistics about older people's health and explains some of the most common illnesses in more detail....
Advice on how to keep bones strong and healthy as we get older....
Eating well means enjoying your food and having plenty of variety. Here is a guide to the foods you should try to eat each day....
Everyone needs a break, a chance to get away from their daily routine. This leaflet provides information on holidays that cater for the needs of older and disabled people....
Information and advice for home owners and tenants about help with home repairs, and adaptations. It includes Local Authority help and grants, paying for and adapting the home, the role of Home Improv...