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Hearing Needs Team
The Hearing Needs Team facilitate the inclusion and academic progress of children and young people with hearing needs through direct teaching and support to schools, settings and parents. Referrals are accepted for children and young people who have been diagnosed with a permanent childhood hearing…Home to School Transport
The Local Authority has a statutory duty, and in appropriate circumstances discretionary powers to provide assistance with home to school travel, based on a pupil’s individual needs and circumstances. Parent and Carers are responsible for ensuring that their children attend school regularly and on time.…Housing Benefit
Housing Benefit is a benefit that helps with the cost of rent if you have a low income. It's administered by your local authority. It can be paid whether you're in council or private housing, and you can claim it whether you're in or out…Housing Support and Care Homes
Most older and/or disabled people want to live independently in their own homes. Sefton Council provides a range of information about the support available to enable you to do this. You can view this information on the Sefton Council website. There are also a range…How your GP can help you quit
Dr Michael Apple explains what GPs can do to help patients quit smoking for good. "GPs are generally delighted to help people who have decided to quit smoking. That's because about 40% of smokers will die from a smoking-related condition, so we know that stopping is one…Inclusion Consultants
The Inclusion Consultants are a team of skilled educational practitioners, who are experienced in teaching and special needs. The team has experience of working with pupils and advising teaching professionals, including SENCOs from Foundation Stage to Key Stage 4, in mainstream and in specialist settings. …Income Support
Income Support is a benefit that's paid to top up your money if you have a low income. Why claim Income Support? Even if the amount of benefit you get is quite small, it's still worth claiming Income Support because it entitles you to extra…Independent living
Around one in five adults in the UK is disabled, and more than one million of those live alone. With the right support and facilities, leading an independent life with a physical or learning disability is now more achievable than ever. Living independently doesn't mean that you're…Independent Travel Training
PAGE UNDER REVIEW For more information on Independent Travel Training please contact Travel Support Team Travel.Support@sefton.gov.uk