1. What is adult social care?

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    Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

  2. Bury2Gether’s Listening Ear Helpline (SEND)

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    Bury2Gether’s Listening Ear Helpline providing confidential peer support for parents/carers of children and young people with SEND.

  3. World AIDS Day

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    World AIDS Day takes place on 1st December each year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.

  4. We’re here to help you stay well this winter

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    If you’re worried about your health, don’t delay, your NHS wants to see you – help us help you get the care you need this winter.

  5. Colonoscopy confidence – your common sense bowel check

    Advice and Information -

    Bowel Cancer UK know some people feel anxious or worried when they’re told they need a colonoscopy but it’s important to have this test if you’re referred.

  6. Online Carers Roadshow

    Advice and Information -

    One of Healthwatch functions is to provide information and advice to the public about accessing health and social care services and the options available to them. We want to ensure this continues during challenging times.

  7. Limbless Association

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    The Limbless Association (LA) is a national limb loss charity which provides free information, advice and support to anyone pre- or post-amputation or living with congenital limb loss.

  8. How should your hospital prevent and respond to falls during your stay?

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    Did you know that over 2,000 people over the age of 60 fell and fractured their hip while staying in hospital in England and Wales in 2020?

  9. Someone I love has died - where can I find support?

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    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  10. British Red Cross Mobility Aids Service

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    The British Red Cross provide mobility aids to support individuals on a short-term basis during illness, injury, or the worsening of a long-term medical condition.

  11. Re-Kindle Memory Loss Group

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    A new group for those suffering from Memory Loss and their supporters will meet on the 1st Wednesday of the month in Radcliffe.

  12. COVID-19 Vaccination - People aged 12 and over who have a weakened immune.

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    We've joined NHS, charity and community leaders to encourage people with a weakened immune system to continue to book in or visit a walk-in centre for their COVID-19 vaccines.

  13. 999 BSL service launched

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    From 17 June 2022, people needing urgent emergency support across the UK (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) will be able to call 999 using British Sign Language (BSL) via a video relay service.

  14. ‘What should happen if you or someone you know experiences a fragility fracture?’- a patient and carer resource

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    The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has recently published a resource aimed at patients and carers for the Fracture Liaison Service Database (FLS-DB).

  15. Social tea party group & telephone befriending service for older people

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    Re-engage provide social connections for older people at a time in their lives when their social circles are diminishing.

  16. Help with financial hardship

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    The last 24 months have brought significant challenges to our communities with increased financial pressures for many people. If you are experiencing difficulties, free confidential advice and wider support is available.

  17. Get help with savings if you’re on a low income (Help to Save)

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    Help to Save is a type of savings account. It allows certain people entitled to Working Tax Credit or receiving Universal Credit to get a bonus of 50p for every £1 they save over 4 years.

  18. Winter wellbeing information

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    A six-month calendar covering advice and information on how to keep well this winter.

  19. Power Up the Flavour booklet & Healthy Start translated information

    Advice and Information -

    Can using less fuel still mean an affordable and nutritious diet?

  20. Free Mental Capacity Act e-Learning course

    Advice and Information -

    This CPD-accredited online course explores the Mental Capacity Act 2005, including best interests decision-making, and how to support people to make their own decisions.

  21. Addiction: Support in Bury

    Advice and Information -

    If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, here are some local and national services that may be able to help.

  22. Cost of Living

    Advice and Information -

    Energy Bill Support Scheme and Grant information for nomadic people

  23. Flu vaccine: What you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions.

  24. Bereavement Drop-in Group at Radcliffe Library

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    Are you grieving? Feeling Lonely? Isolated? Sad? Bury Hospice run a monthly Bereavement Drop-in Group at Radcliffe Library

  25. How to stay well this winter

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    Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.

  26. Warm Spaces Bury

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    Your guide to warm community spaces in and around the Bury borough.

  27. Choose the right service this winter

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    There are lots of NHS services available to help you if you or your family are unwell this winter.

  28. Waiting for hospital treatment?

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    While You Wait has information and advice to help you manage your physical and mental wellbeing.

  29. Looking after your health during the Cost of Living crisis.

    Advice and Information -

    The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

  30. Wellbeing Circle Bury

    Advice and Information -

    Free support and activity drop-in sessions for older people.

  31. Looking after family or friends after they leave hospital

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    Useful advice for family and friends of people needing ongoing care or support with day-to-day life.

  32. Act F.A.S.T. Call 999 if you see any single one of the signs of a stroke.

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    There are around 100,000 strokes in England, Scotland and Wales every year,with around 33,000 stroke related deaths each year, as well as being a leading cause of disability.

  33. Five big issues people with cancer in the UK are concerned about right now

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    Macmillan Cancer Support are currently working on a project to spread the word on the issues facing people with cancer in the UK.

  34. Doing digital in later life: a practical guide

    Advice and Information -

    The Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Good Things Foundation have joined forces to produce a brand-new practical guide to support more people to get online and benefit from doing digital in later life.

  35. World Immunisation Week: 24th to 30th April

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    World Immunisation Week, celebrated in the last week of April, aims to highlight the collective action needed and to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease.

  36. Healthwatch Bury Facebook Live for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

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    Knowing the symptoms of bowel cancer could save your life.

  37. Parent and Baby Wellbeing Group

    Advice and Information -

    Group for parents struggling with low mood or anxiety.

  38. May Measurement Month

    Advice and Information -

    Raised blood pressure is the number one cause of pain and disability in Greater Manchester. It can increase your risk of experiencing a serious health problem like a heart attack, stroke or dementia.

  39. What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis

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    Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can help you or a loved one process the diagnosis and plan for the future.

  40. Looking after your health during the Cost of Living crisis

    Advice and Information -

    The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

  41. How do I get a fit note?

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    From 1 July 2022, nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists can legally certify and issue a statement of fitness for work, or informally known as a ‘fit note’.

  42. What to expect when waiting for care

    Advice and Information -

    The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you must get regular, clear and accessible updates to help you plan your next steps while you wait.

  43. Age UK Bury Home from Hospital Service

    Advice and Information -

    The Home from Hospital service is a free service based in the community with a base at Fairfield General Hospital.

  44. Health and wellbeing videos for people with learning disabilities

    Advice and Information -

    Supporting mental wellbeing for people with learning disabilities.

  45. What is adult social care?

    Advice and Information -

    Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below to find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

  46. Facebook Live with Bury Hearing Hub

    Advice and Information -

    Watch our Facebook Live session with Bury Hearing Hub.

  47. NWAS Patient Transport Service (PTS) and 999 easy read guides

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    North West Ambulance Service have produced an easy read format of their Patient Transport Service (PTS) and 999 guide.

  48. Macmillan welfare benefit advice and assistance in Bury

    Advice and Information -

    Bury & Bolton Citizens Advice are working in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support to provide welfare benefit advice and assistance to patients affected by cancer across Bury.

  49. What is long-covid and what support is available?

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    It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long Covid, but we are here to help to you find the support and treatment you need.