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Bank Accounts and Managing Money

Created On: 01/12/2019
A number of families and young adults would like support to manage their money. This includes issues with opening bank accounts and what options are available to support someone who has difficulties understanding money and finances. As a parent or carer, it is a good…

Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

Created On: 01/12/2019
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit that has replaced Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for adults aged 16-64. DLA will continue as a separate benefit for children aged under 16 years. Our helpline adviser Lesley explains what happens when a child on Disability…

Disability Living Allowance (DLA)

Created On: 01/12/2019
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is the main benefit for children with a condition or disability. Any disabled child or ill child might qualify. DLA helps to meet the extra costs that you might have as a result of your child's disability.…

British Red Cross Supporting Independence

Created On: 02/06/2020
9 am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
Our service, funded by Bedford Borough Council, is available to promote and sustain the independence and confidence of people affected by long term physical health conditions, physical inactivity and social isolation and to help reconnect people to their community. We will support people to access…

Gella Care services Ltd - Supported living in Castle Road, and support in your own home

Created On: 01/11/2020
We are open for support services everyday of the week and we can provide 24 hour care
Gella Care Services provide supported living accommodation services to clients who require support to access inderpendent living.  Your new home will be on Castle Road in Bedford, with support staff on site The property providing a low stimulus environment to the clients in supported accommodation. …
25Castle RoadBedfordBedfordshireMK40 3PL

Can I learn to drive if I have a disability?

Created On: 01/01/2021
Having a disability doesn’t necessarily mean that you can’t drive – there are various modifications that can be designed to help make your driving, or travelling experience as comfortable as possible, depending on your needs. If you are disabled and want to learn how to…

Autism is part of who I am

Created On: 01/01/2021
Starting school, securing your first job, and accepting who you are present a challenge for most people. Here, Aoife Casson shares her personal journey from struggling to receive a diagnosis, to learning how to accept that her autism is part of her unique identity. Early life Growing…

Beds RCC - Social Prescribing

Created On: 02/02/2021
Our friendly team can provide free personalised support to help you make positive changes to take control of your health and wellbeing. Our team of Community Wellbeing Champions (CWC's) can help you: Connect with your local community Enable you to be more physically active and…
The Old SchoolSouthill RoadCardingtonBedfordMK44 3SX