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'Fast Forward' is a website for young people aimed at promoting health and well-being, through education. As part of the Scottish Government’s national youth work strategy, 'Fast Forward' is also co-ordinating the 'Scottish Peer Education Network' (SPEN) and promoting and supporting peer education across Scotland.
Contact Information:
Organisation: Fast Forward
Website: www.fastforward.org.uk
Email: admin@fastforward.org.uk
Phone: 0131 554 4300
For more information on payments and grants to help the over 60s stay warm please visit www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk for more information. Alternatively, you can call your local Social Work.
You may be entitled to carers allowance if you currently care for a person who receives attendance allowance (various rates) or disabled living allowance. This person does not need to live with/be related to you.
This weekly allowance is a taxable benefit. Claim forms are available through your local Job Centre Plus (0845 604 3719) and Pension Services (0845 606 0265), or contact your local Social Work office for an appointment with a Welfare Rights Officer.
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You may find a stair rail helpful, please contact Care & Repair in Lanarkshire to discuss the installation of a stair rail.
Care & Repair work with older people and those with disabilities, helping them live independently. They aim to help you repair, improve or adapt your home to allow you to remain safe, secure and independent in your own home and in your own community.
Lanarkshire residents aged 60 and over or any person who has a disability or long-term health problem and who own their property or privately rent their homes, are eligible to use Care and Repair’s service.
The handrails provided are made of galvanised steel and are extremely hardwearing, durable and able to withstand all weather types. A wide variety of sizes and styles suitable for all your needs.
Contact details:
Telephone: 01555 666200
Email: enquiries@careandrepair-lanarkshire.co.uk
Referral email: referrals@careandrepair-lanarkshire.co.uk
Website: https://careandrepair-sl.co.uk/
You may find a stair rail helpful, please contact Care & Repair in Lanarkshire to discuss the installation of a stair rail.
Care & Repair work with older people and those with disabilities, helping them live independently. They aim to help you repair, improve or adapt your home to allow you to remain safe, secure and independent in your own home and in your own community.
Lanarkshire residents aged 60 and over or any person who has a disability or long-term health problem and who own their property or privately rent their homes, are eligible to use Care and Repair’s service.
The handrails provided are made of galvanised steel and are extremely hardwearing, durable and able to withstand all weather types. A wide variety of sizes and styles suitable for all your needs.
Contact details:
Telephone: 01555 666200
Email: enquiries@careandrepair-lanarkshire.co.uk
Referral email: referrals@careandrepair-lanarkshire.co.uk
Website: https://careandrepair-sl.co.uk/
You may find a stair rail helpful, please contact Care & Repair in Lanarkshire to discuss the installation of a stair rail.
Care & Repair work with older people and those with disabilities, helping them live independently. They aim to help you repair, improve or adapt your home to allow you to remain safe, secure and independent in your own home and in your own community.
Lanarkshire residents aged 60 and over or any person who has a disability or long-term health problem and who own their property or privately rent their homes, are eligible to use Care and Repair’s service.
The handrails provided are made of galvanised steel and are extremely hardwearing, durable and able to withstand all weather types. A wide variety of sizes and styles suitable for all your needs.
Contact details:
Telephone: 01555 666200
Email: enquiries@careandrepair-lanarkshire.co.uk
Referral email: referrals@careandrepair-lanarkshire.co.uk
Website: https://careandrepair-sl.co.uk/
Featured Local Information
North Lanarkshire Council Digital Zone consultation
We'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas for our new Digital Zone Pilot. Our vision is to establish world-class digital facilities that help everyone in our community improve their digital skills and get involved online.
Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey about your digital needs and preferences for the new digital zones . This consultation will close on Friday the 13th of December, 2024.
Contacting adult social care services in North Lanarkshire
The following website has a form for contacting North Lanarkshire Council about adult social care services.
North Lanarkshire Council website: Contacting adult social care services
Energy Grants & Housing Support Services
Energy Grants and Payments PDF
North Lanarkshire Council Housing Support Services PDF
Assistive Technology Flat demonstration video
A video about the new Tech Flat, which has a range of assistive technology available.
Assistive Technology Flat demonstration video
Assistive technology catalogue
Lanarkshire Macmillan
Virtual & telephone support service, along with cancer packs service, available for people affected by cancer in Lanarkshire.
"We’re still here for you"
Lanarkshire Macmillan information
Alzheimer Scotland
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Their aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. They provide information and support to people who are worried about their memory and for everyone living with dementia and their families.
Alzheimer Scotland - What's Online? PDF
Alzheimer Scotland - Action on Rights PDF
Lanarkshire Mind Matters

Active Outdoors North Lanarkshire
Your guide to parks, green spaces and nature.
ALISS
A Local Information System for Scotland enabling people to find and share information on resources, services, groups and support in their local communities and online.
For more information visit: https://www.aliss.org/
New online debt system launched

An online form is now available for anyone who needs debt advice. Residents can make a request online, any time that suits day or night.
The form is part of a new system for managing the council's debt advice service and provides a confidential, accessible way to digitally sign required paperwork upload evidence and receive correspondence.
To complete the form, residents must use a MyAccount, which is quick and easy to set up and allows residents to access a number of services including reporting a housing or bin issue, paying Council Tax and booking a special uplift.
For more information visit the debt and advice page: https://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/benefits-and-money/debt-advice
NHS Lanarkshire - "Practical Tips to help my memory" booklet
If you have a problem with your memory it can have an impact on your ability to do everyday tasks. If you follow helpful habits and routines this may minimise the impact of your memory impairment. This booklet is designed by Occupational Therapists to illustrate some practical strategies that you might find helpful.
Practical Tips to help my memory PDF
What do you want for tea? booklet
Quick and easy recipes to support you to eat well at home.
Aura in North Lanarkshire
Aura is a new service, supporting people affected by domestic abuse across North Lanarkshire.
Your Health
This section provides a range of local services and well-being information for you to find advice or seek further assistance to support your health.
Am I a Carer?
Take our quiz to see if you are a carer