1. Free guides available to support the health and wellbeing of carers

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    NHS England has co-produced a free guide that provide older people with practical advice to support healthy caring.

  2. Finding out more about Continuing Health Care

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    Continuing Health Care is social care arranged and funded by the NHS for people who have been assessed as needing care to manage a health problem.

  3. Information on Coronavirus

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    Read the advice and information from NHS England, Public Health England and Northamptonshire councils about the Coronavirus.

  4. Coronavirus: Advice from other organisations

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    It can be hard to keep up with the constantly changing and evolving nature of guidance and help with coronavirus. Here are some links to different national organisations and their advice.

  5. Coronavirus: Local services and updates

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    The links on this page are to help you find information about local services and updates relating to coronavirus all in one place.

  6. Planning care at the end of life

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    With the current coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you and your loved ones discuss your preferences for end of life care. This is especially important if you have been identified as high risk of severe illness if you catch COVID-19.

  7. Continue to seek medical help for serious conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic

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    The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, but you should still seek help if you have a serious health condition or concerning symptoms.

  8. Anglian Water Support

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    If you think you’ll have difficulty paying your water bill, Anglian Water has lots of help and support available to you, from providing flexible and affordable payment plans - to guiding you to external help and benefits.

  9. Information and Signposting

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    Healthwatch Northamptonshire's information and signposting support is confidential and free. Below are some useful links or search our advice and information page for lots more articles.

  10. VoiceAbility

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    VoiceAbility provide advocacy for people who need help to have their voice heard and to make complaints to health and social care services.

  11. Countywide services

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    Visit the West Northamptonshire Council or North Northamptonshire Council (depending on your location) website to find all services they provide, including adult social care, children and families services, and safeguarding of children and adults.

  12. Call Care

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    Call Care supports individuals and their family in maintaining a healthy, safe and independent life in their own home.

  13. Support At Home - British Red Cross Independent Living Services

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    British Red Cross offer short-term practical and emotional support to help people improve their wellbeing and quality of life and live independently in their community. Their services are tailored to each person’s needs and goals.

  14. Supporting Independence Programme

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    Each year, around one in three people over the age of 65 has a fall, resulting in significant injury. Falls are not an inevitable part of growing older, and there are lots of things you can do to help reduce the risk of falling.

  15. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?