Specialist care for people with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses and support for families, completely free. The in-patient unit has 34 beds and there is a fully-equipped day service department. The Marie Curie Nursing Service also provides free nursing for people with cancer and other…
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- Our End of Life and Palliative care Service is provided by a specialist palliative care team. We provide our service to people needing palliative care or end of life care at home across Islington. We work alongside regular doctors, nurses and other support services. As…
- A provider of numerous services to patients in their homes and in the hospice, where a team of qualified medical personnel provide 24 hour dedicated care to patients during their final days. There is also support to help families, carers and friends to prepare for…
- Service Details: An organisation that helps local people to find health and social care services and works to improve health and social care in Islington. We are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services in Islington. We’re here to make…
- Breathe Easy groups are run by members, with help and support from the British Lung Foundation when it’s needed The Breathe Easy support group network provides support and information for people living with a lung condition, and for those who look after them. Groups typically…
- Alzheimer’ Society The Alzheimer's Society is a registered charity providing services and support to individuals, families and carers effected by dementia and Alzheimer’s. It provides a range of services including: - Singing for the Brain Every Monday 1pm – 3pm(Note: Closed Monday 25 March 2024)…
- The Sensory Team provides suppport services to people who are:blind and partially sighted, deaf and hard of hearing, deaf-blind or have a dual sensory loss. The Team provides specialist assessments relating to sensory impairments which may identify rehabilitation, equipment or support needs. Advice sessions Please note…
- The Stroke Navigator Service provides practical advice, essential information and emotional support to people who have had a stroke, carers and family members.You, your carer, or your GP can contact the Stroke Navigator for a referral. The Stroke Navigator will then visit you at home…
- Multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team that works with physically disabled adults promoting health and maximising independence particularly around mobility, falls prevention, communication and everyday activities.
- The British Tinnitus Association strives to be the primary source of support and information for people with tinnitus and their carers in the UK and to advocate on their behalf.We aim to encourage prevention through our educational programme and to seek effective management of tinnitus…
- Assistive Technology (sometimes referred to as ‘Telecare’) is equipment that can empower you to remain independent in your home and in the community, and can delay or prevent the need for long term care. This equipment provides you, your carers, and your family and friends…
- We are the UK’s leading Careline alarm provider. If you are concerned about a loved one’s welfare or you want to stay independent in your own home, then a TeleCare24 Careline alarm can help. We help thousands of people stay safe in the place they…
- About our elderly monitoring service. At the touch of a button it will connect immediately to people they can depend on, who are trained and ready to help whatever the problem, whenever it happens. Our in home personal alarm is very easy to install, the…
- We are availble 24hrs/365days a yearLifeConnect24 is a national telecare provider supporting our customers to maintain their independence by enabling them to stay safe at home and on the go. A personal alarm from LifeConnect24 provides 24-hour support at the press of a button, giving our customers and their families…
- Advice and welfareLooking for animal care hints and tips? Take a look around at our advice and welfare pages for up-to-date guidance on caring for pets, farm animals and wildlife.Concerned about an animal?If you want to report animal cruelty (animal abuse or neglect) use our…
- A Recovery College brings together two sets of expertise - professional and experience - in a non-stigmatising college environment with the same systems as other educational establishments. All of the courses provided at the college are designed to contribute towards wellbeing and recovery. People who…
- Help on hand 24 hours a day.The Age UK Personal Alarm Service gives users the freedom to live independently in their own home, safe in the knowledge that if there is an accident or they have a fall, they can get help quickly.Personal alarms offer…
- SHINE makes sure that you get all the help you need to stay warm, increase income and stay healthy in your home. SHINE gives practical advice and refers to schemes that reduce the risks associated with hot or cold weather.SHINE provides a single point of…
- FOCUS Care Link is a leading independent provider of health and social care services. We work in close partnership with Local Authorities, Primary Care Trusts, and Direct Payment clients. We provide care and support for older people and those with learning disabilities as well as…
- This service is for Islington residents who are concerned about their memory, after an initial discussion with their GP. We generally treat people who are over 65 years of age but we can also see younger patients in certain circumstances. We offer assessment and potential…
- This service is for people who have dementia and their carers.The Dementia Navigators provide proactive support to people who have dementia and are living in Islington. The Navigators also support people who are caring for someone who has dementia.The Dementia Navigators will work with people…
- Call this number to request a replacement Freedom Pass if yours is lost, damaged or stolen. Fees may apply. For more information, see website.
- 24/7 serviceSpecial People work with children and young people with a wide variety of additional needs. We have staff experienced in working with children and adults who have medical needs, who present with behaviour that challenges or who require specific input such as physiotherapy or speech and language therapy.…
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pmThe Turkish Cypriot Community Association (TCCA) is an independent registered charity founded in 1976 to promote the wellbeing of the UK’s Turkish Cypriot community. Numerous clubs and affiliated groups meet regularly and offer a wide range of activities.TCCA also provide Turkish speaking carers to assist…
- Remark is a deaf led organisation. All Remark Living Support Workers are all very experienced and receive regular training and support. Every client referred to us is assessed and matched with our most suitable Support Worker, depending on their specific needs. Additionally, we offer a…
- London Osteo is a collaboration of highly skilled and experienced independent therapists who have worked together for many years across a variety of clinics, drawing from each other’s skills and specialisms and cross referring to each other where necessary to ensure the best care and…
- Our office is open 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, however our services run outside these timesCentre 404 runs a number of supported housing projects for adults with learning disabilities in North London. All the support we offer is delivered in a person centred way with the tenants being involved as much as possible in their lives and the running of…
- Just Checking is an easy-to-use online activity monitoring system. And it's much more than that. It's a chance for family members to stop worrying and a way for older relatives, who are getting more forgetful, to live as they've always done - in the comfort…
- Crisis mental health assessment - home treatment as an alternative to acute hospital admission. Referrals are screened for appropriateness with a clinician People can expect a holistic service user led assessment with a qualified member of staff. If assessed as suitable for the home treatment…
- Independent Living Alternatives (ILA) provides a comprehensive range of user controlled personal assistance services for disabled people living independently in London.
- We are the leading UK charity for people with autism (including Asperger syndrome) and their families. We provide information, support and pioneering services, and campaign for a better world for people with autism.We also run a personal assistant service for people with autism.
- The Reablement Team at Islington Mind provides a short-term intensive support programme for people with severe and enduring mental health problems to enable and/or improve transitions (e.g. hospital discharge) The key aims of the Reablement Service are: developing or re-establishing the practical skills to help individuals…
- Identify appropriate accommodation for people with serious mental health problems who need to move on from hospital wards and from out of area placements. Referral only for those in contact with CMHT.
- We are an inpatient ward based at Highgate Mental Health Centre. Our team of health professionals will show you to your room and provide information about the ward on your arrival. Our ward doctor will conduct an assessment of your phyiscal and mental health before…
- The Highgate Mental Health Centre is part of the Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust. The hospital has a number of acute inpatient wards plus a crisis resolution team and mental health services for older people. For further details of services provided please visit the…
- Acute psychiatric inpatient ward. Specialist Mental Health Service, Referral only via Community Mental Health Team or via your GP. Emergency Referrals via Islington Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team or via Emergency Psychiatric Assessment teams based at A&E Departments in the Whittington Hospital, Royal Free…
- The Bladder and Bowel Foundation (B&BF) is the UK wide charity for people with bladder and bowel control problems. B&BF provides information and support services, including a confidential helpline, for anyone affected by these conditions as well as their families, carers and healthcare professionals. B&Bf…
- We will take away the stress and worry of paying carers wages and other invoices, leaving you free to enjoy the independence and choice for which Direct Payments are intended.We offer a full financial management service, known as Managed Accounts, which includes:-Payroll Service Invoice Payments…
- Registering as blind or partially sighted Visit your GP or optician if you’re having problems with your sight. They can refer you to a consultant ophthalmologist (eye specialist) who will be able to assess whether you qualify to register as sight impaired (partially sighted) or severely…
- If you need extra employment support because of a disability or health condition, your local Jobcentre can put you in touch with a Disability Employment Adviser (DEA). DEAs can also work with people in employment who may need support to keep their jobs. DEAs should…
- Epilepsy Alarms provide sensors and alarms for people who have epilepsy and have seizures. We have some of the most sophisticated epileps alarms available including wrist sensors that can connect to your smartphone to provide alerts to a carers or to a monitoring service.
- Asperger London Area Group ALAG is a monthly support group for adults with high functioning autism and Asperger's syndrome living in the Greater London area. The meetings are based in Islington and referrals come from any service or indivuals can self-refer. ALAG is a community organisation…
- You can get a 50% reduction on the TV Licence fee if you’re blind / severely sight impaired. Your licence will also cover anyone who lives with you. You need a TV Licence if you wish to watch or record television programmes as they're being…
- Support to families of children and young people with learning disabilities and autism to access information, advice and support with issues that affect their lives. The 4 main themes are around best start in life health and wellbeing life transitions and money matters We also…
- Traveleyes is a world travel company with a difference. We provide multi-sensory group holiday vacations for both blind and sighted travellers, enabling blind people to enjoy independent world travel on their own terms. Our sighted travellers require no previous experience of blindness and they benefit from…
- MON-FRI: 9 AM-6.30 PM. SAT: 9 AM-5.30 PM. SUN: CLOSEDEstablished provider of Occupational Therapy equipment, simple aides, and general pharmacist service.
- The TFL website can give you information on accessibile transport in London and guides to accessibility in London train stations run by TFL. Plan a journey tool can take your mobility requirements into account. Check 'Transport Accessibility' section of TFL website. The link regularly breaks hence giving…
- At National Rail we want all our customers to be able to access stations and trains for a more inclusive journey experience. We understand that when making a journey some customers would be more confident travelling with a little extra support and that’s why all…
- Disability Onboard aims to encourage disabled people to travel by train by providing accurate advice and guidance. We will help you identify the barriers that might affect your train journey and we will show you how to seek solutions. Remember you are not on your…
- Established Chemist supplying Occupational Therapy equipment and simple aides, both to private and social care clients, available in the EC1R area.