Unforgettable company has joined forces with LiveBetterWith Find products, information and advice online to help people affected by dementia. The website is divided into simple categories with several guides to make it easier to find the right products for you.   The above information and much more is available on…

Most dentists will treat people with special needs in their surgery. However, some people may not be able to get to their dental surgery because of a disability or medical condition. In this case, the dentist should refer the patient to a more specialised dental service.…

Find out about your rights as a disabled person in different areas of life, including employment, health and education.

We support people experiencing symptoms of psychosis for the first time, as well as people at risk of developing psychosis. Psychosis affects the way someone believes, views and experiences things. It most commonly develops between late teens and early adulthood. Anyone can develop psychosis, and…

Look after your mental health and wellbeing with advice from experts explaining more about how to manage and improve your wellbeing.  Practical tips and the opportunity to develop a personalised action plan.   Information available on the NHS website.

The Betjeman Centre is a small, friendly department located on the ground floor of the Great Western Hospital, at the North Entrance. Specialist medical clinics in Movement Disorder (including Parkinson's Disease), Stroke and TIA (Transient Ischaemic Attack) and Falls take place in the Betjeman Centre. Each…

This service directory gives a description of each NHS service, how to get help, who to contact and service location details where relevant.  

If you’re homeless, living in a hostel or have difficulties accessing mainstream health services, you can visit clinics in Reading and speak to a member of the Health Outreach Liaison Team (HOLT). If the team is unable to help you they will ensure you are referred to…

Having Your Say About Health and Social Care Your Local Healthwatch allows people to shape the development and delivery of health and social care services by listening to your views.  Healthwatch West Berkshire’s role is to gather views, listen, report and take your voice to…

Do you need a hearing assessment?  For hearing aid repairs and servicing.

The Outside Clinic provide free hearing tests and a wide range of private hearing aids. Professional Hearing Aid Dispensers will guide you through the process from the initial consultation and through to your ongoing aftercare. A range of batteries and hearing aid accessories are also available.…

Providing emotional and practical support to those affected by HIV. Services include peer support advice on benefits immigration housing and debt support with returning to work counselling Call either centres as trained staff aret here to provide you with information and support in a friendly,…

Therapies on Thames offer an extensive range of occupational and physical therapy services, the following are just a sample: Physiotherapy  -  Chartered physiotherapists are able to produce a regime that best suits your needs. Whether rehabilitating from an injury, or recent illness, or looking to improve your…

We provide specialist palliative care services, aiming to help people live as well as possible with the effects of their illness by offering care, symptom management and support by a team of health care professionals. Within the area of Berkshire West, alongside Duchess of Kent…

Who can complain to Local Government Ombudsman? The LGO can look at complaints about: care provided by a council care arranged directly with a care provider by: someone paying with their own or family money someone using money provided by a council, via direct payment for…

Hypnotherapy Directory was launched to connect individuals with qualified professionals in the UK. Offering information about what hypnotherapy is, how it can help, upcoming events, articles written by professionals and the latest hypnotherapy news. 

Macmillan have produced a range of easy read booklets useful for anyone who finds it hard to read. Visit the website to read or order the booklets using the links below. You can also see easy read information about cancer produced by other organisations.

MedicAlert® provides a life-saving identification system for individuals with hidden medical conditions and allergies. Membership offers peace of mind, in an emergency, first responders will have secure access to your vital medical details, from anywhere in the world.

Range includes weekly lockable – automatic – timed release medication dispensers, daily timer/reminders with up to 8 daily alarms & missed dose alerts, pill reminders with vibrating alarms for the hard of hearing, a range of stylish pill & medication organisers, pill cutters & crushers,…

How can I dispose of medicines safely? The best way to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed is to return them to your pharmacist. This service is available at every pharmacy, it is free-of-charge and some pharmacies may even carry out local collections.…