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Sexual health information for adults

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Sexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free from coercion, discrimination and violence. For…

Learning difficulties partnership board

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The Learning Difficulties Partnership Board (LDPB) works with local organisations and groups to increase opportunities for people with a learning difficulty. About the LDPB The LDPB meets every other month and members include: people with learning difficulties carers representatives from other council departments education providers…

Relationships and sexual health information and advice for professionals, parents and carers

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For information about our specialist sexual health service provider's opening times visit the Unity Sexual Health website. Sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility…

Autism spectrum condition

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Autism is a lifelong, developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with and relates to other people, and how they experience the world around them. Page contents: What is autism Other names for autism Girls with Autism Seeking advice or referral for assessment Training…

Dementia - Reading Well books on prescription service

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Page contents: About the Reading Well Books on Prescription service Books about Dementia available from your local library Further help and support with Dementia About the Reading Well books on prescription service The Reading Well books on prescription service helps you to understand and manage…

Help and support with hearing loss

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If you are experiencing problems with your hearing or have been diagnosed with a hearing loss condition, there is support available from your local council and partnership agencies. If you would like information for children and young people, there is also our article on hearing…

Help and support with sight loss

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If you are experiencing problems with your sight or have been diagnosed with a sight loss condition, there is support available from your local council and partnership agencies. If you would like information for children and young people, there is also our article on visual…

Dementia care services

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Alzheimers’s Society provides dementia care services to people affected by dementia and their carers in South Gloucestershire. Experienced dementia support workers can offer information and guidance to help you: understand dementia cope with daily challenges prepare for the future Find out more from our information…

Keeping you and your home safe

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It is important to feel safe and comfortable in your home. There are some simple precautions and things you can do to help make your home more secure and prevent accidents. Things you can do to keep yourself and your home safe have a smoke…

How to register as disabled and the benefits of registering

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If you are over 18, registering your disability with the council and other organisations has many benefits. This can include financial support and discounts on a range of services. How you register as disabled depends on why you want to register, or what you want…

South Gloucestershire Memory Cafes

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If you are living with dementia South Gloucestershire Memory Cafes offer the opportunity to spend time with other people also experiencing dementia and their carers in a fun and relaxed environment. Please contact individual cafes to check their opening times. About Memory Cafes Memory Cafes…

Living with dementia

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If you are worried about your memory or you receive a diagnosis of Dementia it can be a worrying time and you may be feeling confused and concerned about your future. It is important to realise that you can live a healthy and active life with…

Advocacy support – getting your views across

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Sometimes people need some additional help to get their views across. This can be especially important when decisions need to be made about things such as their mental capacity, or care and support arrangements. Page contents: What is advocacy? Your right to advocacy services Types…

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