Useful Links
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The National Careline - Our service is free to all users
National Careline, a not for
profit organisation providing help and support for older people, their
carers and their families.
The objective of the National Careline is to provide a portal that signposts users to various organisations including, Government departments and support networks that will help create a clearer understanding of the care maze.
Topics include:
· What help and what type of help is available
· Where to access help
· Where to access financial support
The National Careline also provides a wealth of extra lifestyle information that users may find beneficial in their support and care of the older person.
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Independent Living
The UK's leading site for carers, healthcare professionals, disabled and elderly people. Check out our page!
http://www.independentliving.co.uk/advent/medical.html
Directgov
This is a government website which provides information on a wide range of public services. It is a good starting point for finding out more information benefits, NHS services, pensions and carers for example. http://www.direct.gov.uk/
The Disability Rights Commission (DRC)
The DRC was closed September 2007, many of its responsibilities were transferred to the Equality and Human Rights Commission. You can view the archived DRC website at http://www.direct.gov.uk/
The Equality and Human Rights Commission
Their mission is to promote equality and human rights. They provide advice and guidance on a wide range of topics. You can view heir website at http://www.equalityhumanrights.com/
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA)
The BHTA is the UK's longest established healthcare trades association, its member companies agree to abide by a Code of Practice that is designed to give consumers peace of mind that suppliers are regulated by the body. The BHTA will act as an ombudsman for complaints against member companies and has the power to revoke membership in the event that their conduct is not deemed acceptable.
The BHTA Code of Practice has been approved by Office of Fair Trading (OFT) under the Consumer Codes Approval Scheme, this approval is only available to bodies who can prove their code of conduct has been proved to be effective when it comes o safeguarding and promoting the interests of consumers beyond the basic requirements of the law.
You can find BHTA member companies by visiting their website at http://www.bhta.net/
The Office of Fair Trading (OFT)
The OFT is the UK's consumers and competition authority and it's aim is to ensue that markets work well for consumers. You can find out more about their work by visiting their website at http://www.oft.gov.uk/
The Association of Charitable Officers (ACO)
The ACO exists to raise the profile of benevolent charities whilst supporting those working in the charitable field.
There are many charities that cater for a wide range of careers, many of these will offer assistance to the partners and/or children of eligible members as well as those who have worked in the relevant field.
Through its association with Turn2us the ACO is also able to help individuals access busaries for a wide range of assistive aids.
Visit the ACO website here: http://www.aco.uk.net/
The National Autistic Society
The National Autistic Society champions the rights and interests of all people with autism by working with local and central government bodies.
The Disabilities Trust
The Disabilities Trust. Offers leading-edge personal care, special needs education, rehabilitation and specialist housing. We offer high-quality, innovative services to: children and adults with autism
- people with an acquired brain injury
- adults with a profound physical disability
- adults with a learning disability
http://www.disabilities_trust.org.uk
Together: working for wellbeing
Together: Working for Wellbeing is a leading national charity working for wellbeing: that means we support people with mental health needs to get what they want from life and to feel happier.
Disabled Living Foundation
The Disabled Living Foundation (DLF) is a national charity that provides free, impartial advise about all types of daily living equipment for disabled adults and children, older peopletheir carers and families.
The Huntington's Disease Association
The Huntington's Disease Association (HDA) is a UK registered charity which supports people affected by Huntington's disease (HD).
National Health Service
The National Autistic Society
Championing the rights and interests of all people with autism by working with local and central government bodies.
The Disabilities Trust
Offering leading-edge personal care, special needs education, rehabilitation and specialist housing with high-quality, innovative services for: children and adults with autism, people with an acquired brain injury, adults with a profound physical disability and adults with a learning disability.
Together: Working for Wellbeing
A leading national charity working for wellbeing: that means we support people with mental health needs to get what they want from life and to feel happier.
Disabled Living Foundation (DLF)
A national charity that provides free, impartial advise about all types of daily living equipment for disabled adults and children, older peopletheir carers and families.
The Huntington's Disease Association (HDA)
A UK registered charity which supports people affected by Huntington's disease (HD).
Go Kids Go
Leading provider of wheelchair skills training offering free courses to equip young wheelchair-users with the skills to become independently mobile so that they can enjoy the same activities as their able bodied peers.
Good Access Guide
A unique directory of accessible leisure pursuits, holidays and travel, transport, mobility products, and daily living services for disabled people, their families and friends.
NCA Buyers’ Guide
The National Care Association’s online buyers guide allows you to search for all types of products and services.
The Tissue Viability Society
Providing expertise in wound management.
The British Association/College of Occupational Therapists
OT Direct
An independent site for Occupational Therapists, OT Assistants and OT students.
accessindependent.co.uk
http://www.accessindependent.co.uk/
Austin Dentist
Austin Dentist Dr. Don R. Davis, D.D.S. offers cosmetic and dentistry services in Austin, Texas. We also offer dental implants, teeth whitening, porcelain veneers and orthodontics services in the areas of Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Lake Creek, Liberty Hill & Pflugerville, Texas.
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