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Directory resultsFurther (Post 16 years) & Higher Education
This section deals with the compulsory education requirements until a young person is 18 years and the continuing education that is available after this age. Page reviewed December 2021
Graduated Response Documents for Early Years & Schools
Graduated response documents for Early Years 0-5 year, and Schools 5 - 16 years. Updated - August 2022
Grants
The Family Information Service have put together information on organisations that can offer grants to support families. Page reviewed December 2021
Have you thought of Appointeeship?
An appointee is someone who has been given authority by the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) / JobCentre Plus to receive a person's benefits on their behalf. There is no need to submit any medical evidence to prove that the person has lost capacity.…
Health Services (NHS) in Reading
Health services in Reading are delivered from local NHS Trusts, the first point of contact for most NHS services is usually from the Primary Care providers this includes GP’s, dentists, pharmacists, opticians including the NHS Walk In centre and NHS 111 telephone service. To find…
Healthy Lifestyle
Please see below healthy lifestyle advice and information from local and national organisations. Page reviewed December 2021
Help from your GP
Caring can take a toll on your own health and wellbeing so it is especially important to look after yourself. It is important you identify yourself as a carer to your GP Practice so they are aware of your situation and can offer extra support if…
Help with housing costs
If you are on low income and struggling to meet your housing costs, you may be eligible for help with your rent, council tax and mortgage or loan interest. The Council also offers a variety of grants for people on low income to help ensure…
Help with travel and travel costs (plus accessible facilities)
There is a range of support to help you get out and about, including the following options: Travelling by bus Concessionary Travel Disabled parking Travelling to your workplace The Oracle Shopmobility Scheme RADAR National Key Scheme Accessible Facilities (Changing places) Other services available: Readibus ReadiBus…
Hot Weather Alert - information page
During the summer, temperatures are likely to rise to levels that increase the risk of ill health among vulnerable people, particularly older people and young children, those with long term conditions, people with breathing conditions such as asthma or COPD may be more affected when there are…