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NHS Forth Valley mental health information
A self-help site for a variety of mental health, stress and anxiety related conditions. Read it, download it, listen to audio files or watch videos. You can also forward it on to others who you feel would benefit from it.
NHS Forth Valley Self-help website
CVS Falkirk
As the Third Sector Interface for the Falkirk Council area, CVS Falkirk are a local, independent charitable company which exists to promote, develop and represent the third sector and volunteering.
Falkirk Council Website
Information for residents, businesses and visitors of Falkirk Council, council tax and what's on in the local area.
Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) Website
The Falkirk HSCP brings together a broad range of health, social care, and support services for people in Falkirk. The website provides key information and news updates with access to the Partnership’s publications, including the Strategic Plan 2019-2022. It also includes information on the HSCP’s governance arrangements and a timetable for future meetings.
A Local Information System for Scotland (ALISS)
ALISS is a website that can be used to search for local resources. Each search can be done for a specific organisation or be done by location, with the search being narrowed or extended depending on the chosen mileage.
Mental Health - useful contacts
This pdf contains a list of organisations you can contact for help or support in addition to any help you are getting from health professionals. If you are experiencing mental health issues, we recommend you seek medical advice.
Around the Home - Local information
Community alarm and telecare services
The Mobile Emergency Care Service (MECS) provides a response to calls from our service users. An alarm is installed in people's homes. The alarm connects through the telephone line to our control centre. Alarm calls are made through a pull-cord system, an alarm unit with a trigger device or telecare equipment, such as door sensors or pressure mats. This means you can call for emergency help when you need it - for example, if you have fallen and can't get up. When you set off the alarm, it will ring in our control centre, which is open 24 hours a day.
The help you get will depend on what your emergency is. We may:
- Contact your GP or next of kin
- Send a warden to your home
- Talk with you to reassure you
For more information or to find out about getting a MECS system, please visit: www.falkirk.gov.uk/services/social-care/care-at-home
Equipment for people with a visual impairment
Visit the RNIB website for information about equipment to support people with a visual impairment. You can also buy via the website: www.rnib.org.uk/ or call 0303 123 9999.
For help accessing the internet visit the Forth Valley Sensory Centre:
Contact Information:
Address: Forth Valley Sensory Centre, Redbrae Road, Falkirk, FK1 4DD
Email: sensory@forthvalleysensorycentre.org
Phone: 01324 590888
Text: 07341560709
The Sensory Service Team can provide some equipment free of charge. For more information contact the team:
Contact Information:
Email: sensory@falkirk.gov.uk
Phone: 01324 509875
Text/WhatsApp: 07736149585
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More information on your eye condition
For information on eye conditions, as well as local opticians and pharmacies, please visit www.nhsforthvalley.com/ and search for eye conditions.
Organisations that help the visually impaired
Forth Valley Sensory Centre is a local independent charity for people with Sensory Loss. The centre has a computer suite equipped with software specifically for visually impaired people and classes are available. There is also a resource area where people with visual impairment can access information on line, with help from our team if you need it.
Organisations based at the Centre, who provide support for people with visual impairment, include:
- Falkirk Council Sensory Team
- RNIB
- Scottish War Blinded
- NHS Forth Valley Low Vision Service
Information regarding all services available at Forth Valley Sensory Centre can be found using the following details.
Contact information:
Phone: 01324 590888
Text: 07341560709
Website: www.forthvalleysensorycentre.org
Support and advice for people with low vision or visual impairment
The Sensory Services Team can help if you, a friend or family member need help coping with being blind, or having a visual impairment. The team is part of Social Work Adult Services.
Contact the Sensory Services Team:
Email: sensory@falkirk.gov.uk
Phone: 01324 509875
The Forth Valley Sensory Centre can offer a range of supports, with different groups running throughout the week, and representation from the Royal National Institute for Blind People Scotland at the centre.
Contact the Sensory Centre:
Website: www.forthvalleysensorycentre.org
Email: sensory@forthvalleysensorycentre.org
Phone: 01324 590888
Independent Sources for Help and Advice
The ALISS (A Local Information System for Scotland) Programme is funded by the Scottish Government and delivered by the Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (the ALLIANCE). We believe that people of Scotland living with long term conditions, disabled people and unpaid carers should be able to access the information they need to help them live well.
For more information about a range of health and wellbeing issues for people of all ages, please visit the website: www.aliss.org/
Large print books
All libraries in the Falkirk area have collections of Large Print books for free loan.
If you find it difficult to get out and about because of disability, illness, shielding or because you care for someone, the Home Libraries Service might be for you. It's also perfect for people who struggle to carry heavy library books, which can often apply to the large print books.
Contact your local library or check online at www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org/libraries
Reading Service
The RNIB reading service includes a range of services. These include the Book Service, RNIB library, Newspapers and magazines, music and information about reading equipment. Find out more on the website: www.rnib.org.uk/reading-services or call the RNIB on 0303 123 9999.
Or contact the Forth Valley Sensory Centre for information about RNIB services within the centre.
Contact Information:
Website: www.forthvalleysensorycentre.org
Email: sensory@forthvalleysensorycentre.org
Phone: 01324 590888
Text: 07341 560709
Talking book service
The RNIB Talking Book Service has been one of their most loved services for eight decades. You can borrow up to six books at a time, with no limit on how many you borrow in a year. Books are delivered to your door free of charge. Just return them once you've enjoyed them. Returns are also free.
For more information or to sign up to the RNIB Library get in touch: Call the Helpline 0303 123 9999, or email helpline@rnib.org.uk
Talking newspaper service
Falkirk talking newspaper Newsline brings any visually impaired person in the district a weekly digest of local news and information.
Contact information:
Address: Contact Brian Sharp at P.O. Box 42, Falkirk, Stirlingshire, FK1 1AA
Phone: 01324 228313
Website: www.newsline.org.uk
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