Waiting for an assessment
While you wait for your assessment, the resources in the links below can help you stay safe, well, and independent at home. They include practical tips, advice, and information about equipment and support that you might find useful. Taking a few minutes to read them could make a big difference.
Sunderland AskSARA is an online tool that gives easy, tailored advice on equipment and solutions to help with daily living and independence
Links for Life Sunderland is an online tool that helps you find local health services, wellbeing support, and community activities to improve your lifestyle and stay connected
Foundations is the national online hub for Disabled Facilities Grants and Home Improvement Agencies in England, offering guidance, tools, and training to support home adaptations and repairs
Sunderland Information Point is an online directory that provides information, advice, and guidance on local services, activities, and support for families, children, adults, and older people
Together for Children delivers Sunderland's children's social care services, providing support and safeguarding for children, young people, and families, alongside adoption, fostering, and early help
Choice Wellbeing Service is an online and community-based organisation supporting parent carers of children with additional needs through mental health services, counselling, holistic support, and resources like the Rainbow Guide
Sunderland Care and Support is a local organisation providing care and support services for adults with learning disabilities, older people, and those with physical disabilities, helping them live independently and safely
Age UK Sunderland is a charity that supports older people with advice, activities, and services to help them stay healthy, independent, and connected
Sunderland Carers Centre is a local charity that supports unpaid carers with advice, information, and practical help to make caring easier and improve wellbeing
The Essence Service supports people with mild to moderate dementia and their carers, offering advice, activities, and help before and after diagnosis
Sunderland Health and Wellness Hub
Sunderland Health and Wellness Hub is an online NHS site where you can find local health services, self-help resources, and ways to contact your GP or get advice
A RADAR key is a special key that unlocks accessible toilets across the UK, helping disabled people and those with health conditions use safe, clean facilities when out and about
