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If you would like information and advice on services available in angus you can visit the following websites
However, if you would prefer to speak to a member of staff you can contact First Contact via ACCESSLine on 01241 465274 or email FirstContactOT@angus.gov.uk.
Loan Options
Angus Health and Social Care Partnership have a range of equipment solutions available for loan (free of charge) from Independent Living Angus. Small adaptations can also be arranged once owner/ landlord permissions have been obtained, usually free of charge. There is a weekly cost associated with the community alarm and tele-care service.
It is very important that the Angus Health and Social Care Partnership know that the equipment they loan is suitable for both you, other household members and your home.
Private Purchase
Angus Health and Social Care Partnership have an agreed list of loan items however there are other providers who exist that also supply similar items. As we have not checked their products we are unable to advise on their suitability. The guidance below offers basic advice if you are purchasing products yourself privately.
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You may benefit from arranging a fire safety check.
If you would like to request a free fire safety check, please contact the fire service by using the details below.
Contact information
Website: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Phone: 0800 0731 999
When phoning, please state that you are requesting a fire safety check. The waiting list for this service is dependent on how busy the fire service is at the time.
There is no charge made for this service at the current time and they will fit smoke alarms free of charge if required.
If you are worried about how you would hear a smoke alarm at night without your hearing aids, you can discuss this with the fire service. There are a range of solutions available that may assist you, with some of these solutions being linked to a community alarm provided by Angus Council.
If you have substantial and permanent vision loss in both eyes you may wish to register as blind or partially sighted.
Registration simply means having your name added to a confidential list of people who have a permanent sight loss. Keeping this register allows Angus Council to meet the needs of people with visual impairments. Registration is entirely voluntary, but it is required for certain financial benefits and consensus.
Your Eye Consultant will say if you are medically eligible and then certify you using approved documentation, which will then be sent to Angus Council for recording.
For further information, please contact First Contact Occupational Therapy using the details below.
Contact information
Email: FirstContactOT@angus.gov.uk (01241 465274)
Phone AccessLine: 03452 777 778
If you have a permanent and severe sight impairment that cannot be corrected by glasses and are having difficulty in walking around safely and/or using public transport, then you may benefit from further advice or assessment.
Angus Council/ Angus Health and Social Care Partnership have an agreement with North East Sensory Services to provide a range of support for people with visual impairments. The service aims to identify any practical problems you may be having, determine a rehab training programme, discuss any concerns that you, your family or carer may have and make referrals to other agencies, as well as offer advice and information.
This service can also offers Mobility Training, so that you can learn how to use a white cane or other techniques to assist you to get around safely. The Rehabilitation Worker will also provide basic advice on Guide Dogs.
The service is open Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. If you would like to discuss this service further please contact them by phone: 0345 271 2345 or 01224 625622, or text: 07593 102004.
Alternatively, First Contact Occupational Therapy offers free and impartial advice about a wide range of assistive equipment and supports that are available in Angus. They can also refer you to other services for further assessment. If you'd like to find out more, then please use the following details.
Contact Information:
Email: FirstContactOT@angus.gov.uk
Phone: 01241 465274
Phone AccessLine: 03452 777 778
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First Contact Occupational Therapy provide free, impartial advice about a wide range of assistive equipment and can refer you for further assessment. To find out more, please get in touch by using the following details.
Contact information
Email: FirstContactOT@angus.gov.uk
Phone: 01241 465274
Phone AccessLine: 03452 777 778
You may also be able to trial a magiplug for up to 4 weeks and then consider the private purchase of this item if its suitable. The magiplug lets water drain away from a flooding bath or sink but it also changes colour to indicate when water is too hot. To find out more about this item, please contact your community care worker or phone the AccessLine on 03452 777 778.
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