NL Leisure's Active Health Programme, in partnership with NHS Lanarkshire, provides a range of supported programmes to help individuals realise the benefits of becoming more physically active and also assisting those who are recovering from minor or serious illness. The programmes are aimed at individuals who would benefit from a reduction in sedentary behaviour, increase in physical activity or who need more specific support in taking part in physical activity sessions due to a particular health issue. For more information please see the document attached.

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Many people find that with certain products it is very helpful to try before you buy to be sure that you are getting something that will really help you. There are many centres across the UK which have equipment on display for you to try.

Advice on trying before you buy is also available from www.ageuk.org.uk

Regular eye tests detect any issues with your vision and if necessary your Optomotrist will refer you to an eye specialist called an Ophthalmologist. Your Ophthamologist  will diagnose your condition and advise of treatments. If your sight loss is at a particular level you may meet the criteria for certification as sight impaired or severely sight impaired. Only your Ophthalmologist in the hospital can determine this. 

For further information, contact a Rehabilitation and Mobility Officer at your local Social Work Office.

 North Lanarkshire Council have a team of Rehabilitation and Mobility Officers who support people with a sensory impairment. They can provide information and practical advice to enable you to be as independent as possible.

They can be contacted through your local Social Work Office.

Please see the attached document for information on organisations that help the visually impaired.

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The Lanarkshire Low Vision Project is a service provided by participating opticians across North Lanarkshire.

Referrals are accepted from any source, including self-referral. You will be assessed and if required issued with a magnifying aid. A Rehabilitation Officer from North Lanarkshire Council's Health and Social Care can advise on how to make the best use of your remaining vision.

For further information, contact a Rehabilitation and Mobility Officer at your local Social Work Office.

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If you need reassurance feeling safe around the home, you may want to consider a telecare and community alarm assessment, which can provide help when you need urgent assistance.

Please see this section of Making Life Easier for further help by following the link www.makinglifeeasier.org.uk/assess/areas-of-help. 

You may benefit from having a fire safety check if you have not had one recently. Strathclyde Fire and Rescue carry out free home fire safety visits and fit smoke alarms free of charge if required.

This can be arranged through Fire Scotland by calling their community safety free phone helpline on 0800 0731 999 or texting Check to 61611. Alternatively, visit their website by following the link www.firescotland.gov.uk/your-safety. 

If hearing is a problem for you, there are alternative alarms that may work for you and can be fitted free of charge. If you'd like to find out more, contact a rehabilitation mobility officer via your local social work offices.