Health links

Further applicable links may be found under Disability Support links. Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Their aim is to achieve a sharp reduction and eventual elimination of the health problems caused by tobacco Age Concern / Mental Health Foundation The Inquiry into Mental Health and Well-Being in Later Life is a three-year, UK-wide project jointly led by Age Concern and the Mental Health Foundation Alcohol Concern Alcohol Concern is the national agency on alcohol misuse Alzheimer’s Society Information, support, tips and news for carers and those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia – (UK based) AMD (Age-related Macular Degeneration) Information on this degenerative retinal eye disease that causes the progressive loss of central vision Arthritis Care Information and advice about arthritis Arthritis Research Campaign Details of the wide range of booklets, leaflets and other sources of information for those affected by arthritis.
AT Dementia User-friendly information about assistive technology for people with dementia. Better Hearing A free advisory service by professional hearing and audiologists Breast Cancer Care A national organisation offering support and information to those affected by breast cancer
The British Dental Health Foundation The British Dental Health Foundation is the leading UK-based independent charity working to bring about improved standards of oral health care British Heart Foundation The leading national charity fighting heart and circulatory disease - the UK's biggest killer British Heart Foundation National Centre physical Activity and Health Set up to promote initiatives that will stimulate more people to take more activity as part of everyday life British Lung Foundation Information, advice and support for those people affected by a lung disease
British Tinnitus Association Information, advice and support Cancer Research UK Information and advice for anyone affected by cancer Chest, Heart and Stroke Information, training and consultancy services Connects Mental health and learning disabilities portal Counselling Registered charity providing free face to face counselling throughout UK to people on minimum income The Continence Foundation For people with bladder and bowel problems The Cystitis and Overactive Bladder Foundation A national patient support group for sufferers of overactive bladder and all forms of cystitis.
Dementia Voice Research based group giving advice and information Diabetes UK Diabetes UK is the leading charity working for people with diabetes Diverse Minds Working to make mental health services more responsive to the needs of our diverse communities DVLA - Medical Rules If you have a medical condition which has become worse since your licence was issued or you develop a new medical condition, you must inform the Drivers Medical Group of your condition, as it may affect your fitness to drive Extend (Exercise Training for the Elderly and Disabled) EXTEND provides recreational movement to music for the over-sixties and for the less able of any age The Food Standards Agency The Food Standards Agency is an independent food safety watchdog set up by an Act of Parliament in 2000 to protect the public's health and consumer interests in relation to food
Healthcare Commission The Healthcare Commission is the health watchdog in England.
Health Professions Council (HPC) The HPC is the regulator for 13 health professions including chiropody, dietitians and physiotherapy. Use their website to check whether your practitioner is registered. You can also call the HPC on 0845 300 4472.
In Contact Information and support for people with bladder and bowel and problems
International Glaucoma Association Information on all aspects of glaucoma, an eye condition which commonly affects older people The Keep Fit Association The Keep Fit Association (KFA) gives people the opportunity to get together in a spirit of fun and friendship to exercise regularly together. Kidney Patient Guide For kidney patients and those who care for them Kings Fund Information and resources on care policies and services, age discrimination and schemes to improve the health and well-being of older people Macmillan Cancer Relief Macmillan Cancer Relief is a UK charity that works to improve the quality of life for people living with cancer Marie Curie Cancer Care Information and advice and care services for people affected by cancer Men's Health Forum The UK's leading voluntary organisation working to improve the health of men of all ages Mental Health in Later Life The Inquiry into Mental Health and Well-Being in Later Life is an independent, UK-wide project that was set up by Age Concern and the Mental Health Foundation in late 2003. Minority Ethnic Communities and Health Developing an agenda for long-term collaboration on improving the health of racial and ethnic minority populations
Muslim Health Network Promotes health education and health issues affecting the UK’s Muslim community National Asthma Campaign Information and advice for everyone affected by asthma National Heart Forum Information and advice on reducing coronary heart disease National Osteoporosis Society Information, support and advice to improve the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of this fragile bone disease Naz Project Provides sexual health and HIV prevention and support services to the South Asian, Middle Eastern, North African, Horn of African and Latin American communities Neurolink Information and advice on dealing and coping with anxiety and depression NHS Direct Gateway to health information on the Internet Parkinson’s Disease Society For information and advice on Parkinson's disease
Patient's Association Provides advice to patients and carers on patients' right, complaints procedures and access to health services or appropriate self-help groups
Patient Opinion
Enables patients to share opinions of local hospitals and see what others are saying

Prostate Cancer Charity
Information, support and advice

Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents
Providing information, advice, resources and training, RoSPA is actively involved in the promotion of safety in all areas of life

The Samaritans
Samaritans is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide

SANE
Information, support and advice for those affected by mental illness

SignPost Journal
Information, support and advice on dementia and mental health

Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists
Foot health advice for everyone, including children, diabetics & sports enthusiasts

Sport England
Sport England aims to lead the development of sport in England by influencing and serving the public, commercial and voluntary sectors

Stroke Association
The Stroke Association provides support for people who have had strokes, their families and carers

Stroke Survivors
An informational website for victims of stroke, their families etc

TOAST (The Obesity Awareness & Solutions Trust)
A national charity dedicated to encouraging a better understanding of obesity, its causes and the practical solutions that are or should be available

UK Coalition of People Living with HIV and AIDS
UKC is a group of people living with HIV and AIDS, campaigning and providing services

Walking the Way to Health
This WHI website is for everyone with an interest in 'walking for health'. It offers information, support and encouragement to complete beginners, existing walkers and health and leisure professionals

Please Note: Age Concern takes no responsibility for the contents of other sites, nor can it be responsible for any of the material. If you are unhappy with the content of any of the sites, please direct your comments to the specific organisations.

Travel insurance over 65 - over 65 travel insurance, pre-existing medical conditions

Motor insurance - car insurance quotes for the over 50s, pensioners and the elderly

Will writing services - information and advice on legal wills

Gas and electricity – save on gas with E.On energy

Pension benefit advice - retirement and pension benefits and advice

Council tax benefit - help with paying your council tax

Care services for elderly people - easy information guide to sources of help

Elderly care home - make the right housing choices

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