Who can help? - a guide to helpful organisations
Introduction
We all need information every day. There are hundreds of organisations which have been set up to give information. Whatever your problem, they are likely to have come across it before.
Here is our quick guide to finding the right people to talk to. Some are specialised and some give general advice. But they all know their subjects and can give you the facts. And they may be able to tell you about the ways other people in similar situations have tackled similar problems.
- House and home Adaptations, repairs, help with everyday tasks, heating & food bills, domestic appliances
- Aids and equipment What's available?, getting equipment, social services, health services, buying privately, second hand
- Assessments: getting the best from your assessment, how to prepare, tips and keeping a diary.
- Money and finances Benefits, social fund, debt, tax, financial help, travel concessions, more information
- Holidays and tourism Specialist companies and charities, The National Accessible Scheme, Independent holidays and Access Guides and Money
- Mobility Wheelchairs and mobility aids, Special transport, Public transport, motoring, benefits and travel concessions
- Health information NHS Direct contacts
- Information for carers National carer organisations
- Your rights Legal and consumer rights
- More information Major national advice organisations and how to find your local advice agencies