Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital - Settle in Service Looking for volunteers This is a Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital volunteer role which is based out in the community helping patients on the day they are discharged. The volunteers support these patients through completing tasks at the patient's home to ease that patient back into a normal home routine. (Should you wish to know more please see the full letter here) __________  ....HAS CHANGED.... Since July 2018 the service has expanded to include everyone over 18. Lily provides a comprehensive range of support in West Norfolkl to combat loneliness and social isolation in adults of all ages. The project is linked to the 'No Lonely Day' initiative and encourages people to develop friendship and engage in their local communities. LILY - is an online directory, designed to be a single place to find information in West Norfolk. It lists organisations, services and activities that help people to live healthy, active and independent lives. ADVISERS from local charities are available to offer one-to-one siupport at home or in community locations. ONLINE go to LILY or telephone 01553 616200 (choose option 6) ___________________ Living with Parkinson’s and looking for local support?
_______________________________Did you know there is a dedicated Parkinson’s UK Local Adviser in your area, who can offer free and comprehensive support tailored to your needs? Lisa Lowe, who covers North and West Norfolk, explains what her job is all about: "My role is about making sure people affected by Parkinson’s and their families have all the information they need to take control of life with a progressive neurological condition, enabling people to play an active part in any decisions around treatments, and helping make life as fulfilling as possible. There are many things I can offer support with including: understanding Parkinson’s and addressing the impact of Parkinson’s on daily living; accessing appropriate health and social care services; securing relevant welfare benefits; signposting to local Parkinson’s UK groups which offer friendship and a range of social activities, and planning for the future. I can provide information, answer any questions and offer practical support by telephone, email and, when needed, through home visits from the point of diagnosisand throughout the Parkinson’s journey. Please do contact me - no one has to face Parkinson’s alone." Lisa Lowe. Parkinson’s UK Local Adviser - North and West Norfolk Telephone: 0344 225 3614 Email: vc.east4@parkinsons.org.uk Web site: www.parkinsons.org.uk (We are the Parkinson's support and research charity. A charity registered in England and Wales - No.258197) For more information about any of the following please click on the relevant link A print copy of the document can be obtained by telephoning 01603 787111 Support to stay at Home
- provides advice for those needing a little help at home and includes
information about Day Centres, Meals on Wheels, alarms and security etc. Adult Care - Norfolk
County Council provides information, advice and support on adult care,
including emergency social care, careing for a friend or relative and
help to stay independent. Telephone 0344 800 8020 Age UK in
Norfolk provides information and advice on energy saving, benefits and
pensions, befriending, social activities and home visits. Age UK Information and advice. Our confidential free information and advice service is available to anyone aged 50 or over, their family, carers or professionals Telephone: 0300 500 1217 E-mail: advice@ageuknorfolk.org.uk Care and Repair We are committed to enabling anyone with disabilities, older people
and those on low incomes, to live independently in their own homes in
comfort, warmth and safety. We aim to provide a high quality, cost-effective service which will
help to improve housing conditions and in turn, keep people living
safely in their own homes for as long as possible. telephone: 01553 616200 Careline Careline Community Service is here to support older and disabled people
by providing round the clock assistance at the push of a button. telephone: -01553 616200 LILY Lists organisations, services and activities that help people to live healthy, active and independent lives. telephone: 01553 616200 Free, confidential advice on matters concerning housing, debt, and a wide range of other problems and queries you may have. Winter Fuel Payments some people may qualify for Winter Fuel Payments. Telephone 0845 9151515 ACCIDENT & EMERGENCY You can use the NHS 111 number which can put you in touch with the best
service for you.” _____________________________________________ The first defence against ill health is self-care and prevention. Here are some top tips from local GPs for staying healthy over the winter:
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