Content tagged with: help

• Public Health Funerals

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/births-marriages-deaths-nationality/assisted-funerals

  In some circumstances, the Council has to take responsibility for arranging funerals.  This comes under the Public Health (control of disease) act 1984.

• SMILE Day Opportunities in Doncaster

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/adult-social-care/day-centres

  SMILE (Supportive Multi-Ability Inter-Generational Life Experiences) provides day activities and projects for older people, adults with learning disabilities, autism and individuals who require specialist support.

• Discretionary Housing Payments

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/council-tax-benefits/discretionary-housing-payments

  Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP) provide extra help if you are already getting Housing Benefit or Universal Credit (including housing costs for rent) but you still need further help with your rental costs.

• Technology, Sensors and Pendant Alarms (Home alarm)

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/adult-social-care/home-alarm-and-telecare-service

  These days there is loads of technology available that people are using (often with help from relatives) to stay independent, safe and well. Take a look at the examples below for some inspiration.

• What is Local Council Tax Reduction?

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/council-tax-benefits/what-is-local-council-tax-reduction

  Local Council Tax Reduction helps people on a low income pay their Council Tax.

• Housing other vulnerable groups

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/housing-other-vulnerable-groups

  Providing the right accommodation and support is vital in enabling vulnerable people to live independently in the community; ensuring they have choice and control of where and how they live.

• Families Information Service (FIS) and Childcare

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/families-information-service-fis

  Families Information Service provides information, advice and guidance for parents, carers, practitioners, children and young people on a wide range of services and activities/events available in Doncaster and beyond.

• Early Help - What is it in Doncaster?

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/early-help-what-is-it-in-doncaster

  Early Help is a way of thinking and working together as services with families that have additional or more complex needs.

• Support for Children, Young People and Families

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/report-a-concern-about-a-child

  We are committed to supporting children, young people and families in Doncaster. Whether you're a parent, young person, professional, or member of the public, we are here to ensure families have access to the right help and support when they need it most. Please explore the options below to find a service that best meets your needs.

• Young Carers

  www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/young-carers

  As a Young Carer you can find helping someone very rewarding, but you also have the right to be looked after.