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Addictions
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Alcohol -
advice and support
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This service provides counselling advice and support
for people affected by alcohol abuse/dependency.
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Alcohol,
drugs and substance abuse
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Carer
support groups and organisations
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The social services department provides a list of
recognised groups and organisations that provide
advice and support for those who are caring for
adults or children with special needs.
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Community
support groups and organisations
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The social services department provides a list of
recognised groups and organisations that provide
advice and support for those who may be in need of
community care such as the elderly, disabled or those
with learning difficulties.
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Death
- bereavement - advice and support
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Provision of support and advice to relatives about
the arrangements that need to be made after a
bereavement, such as registering the death and
obtaining a death certificate.
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Disabled
people - independence at home
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Rehabilitation provides people with physical and
sensory disabilities with help to recover and regain
their independence often following an illness or
injury/stay in hospital. A care worker will provide
advice on how to cope with illness or disability, or
organise the provision of aids and equipment to help
in everyday tasks.
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Drugs
- advice and support
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This service offers confidential help and support to
people affected by abuse of both illegal drugs and
prescribed drugs.
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Needle
exchange
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Volunteering
- information and advice
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Provision of information on volunteering
opportunities available in the community.
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