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Carers Assessment
As you are a parent you have the right to request a parent carer assessment under the Children and Families Act 2014. The assessment will areas such as consider: Your individual needs as a parent carer What could make looking after your child easier for…Concerned about a vulnerable adult?
Concerned about an adult at risk of harm? Adult Social Care within Sefton Council deal with all enquiries relating to harm, abuse or mistreatment. If you have a concern you can make a referral to Sefton Council on 0345 140 0845 to report your concerns. Don't…Disabled Students' Allowance
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is support to cover the study-related costs you have because of a mental health problem, long-term illness or any other disability. This can be on its own or in addition to any student finance you get. The type of support and…Gov.uk, Making finance decisions for young people: parent and carer toolkit
This toolkit provides a guide for parents and carers to make financial decisions for a young person who lacks mental capacity. Documents Making financial decisions for young people who lack capacity: A toolkit for parents and carers Making financial decisions for young people who…Health Care Transition to Adult Services - Alder Hey Hospital
What is health care transition to adult services? When children become adults it is normal for them to make decisions for themselves and to lead a more independent life. Children’s health and care needs also change as they grow up. Transition to adult services (Transition)…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…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…Kooth, Free, safe and anonymous online support for Young People
Want someone to understand or advice for a friend? Kooth is here for you, please visit www.kooth.com for further information. Online and open until 10pm. IN CRISIS Samaritans http://www.samaritans.org/about-us Talk to us any time you like, in your own way, and off the record –…Kooth, Your Online Mental Wellbeing Community
Want someone to understand or advice for a friend? Kooth is here for you, please visit www.kooth.com for further information. Online and open until 10pm. IN CRISIS Samaritans http://www.samaritans.org/about-us Talk to us any time you like, in your own way, and off the record –…