Physical condition
Devon Carers can support carers of people living with a physical condition in several ways.
We can give you information about Devon-wide specialist organisations (see below) and you may find carers groups in your area, some of which are specifically for caring for someone with a physical condition.
We also run a range of Peer Support groups both online and face-to-face including our “Caring for someone with neurological conditions”.
We offer Carers Skills Workshops on basic knowledge and skills in supporting you in your caring role. We also run sessions on how to maintain your own health and wellbeing whilst caring. Our courses offer opportunities to meet other carers in similar situations to learn from one another.
Useful information and organisations
Ableize
A directory of disabled sports sites, clubs and groups in Devon.
https://www.ableize.com/disabled-groups-and-clubs-by-county/devon/
Devon in Sight
Devon in Sight offers a range of holistic services for anyone affected by sight loss across Devon. We can provide support to people who are blind or partially sighted, their families, friends and carers.
Our Sight Loss Services focus on four key areas, Information, Advice and Guidance, Independent Living, Health and Wellbeing, and Influencing Change (Making the world a better place for people with sight loss).
Independent Living Centre
Based in Newton Abbot, Devon, our NHS therapy team helps people to find equipment solutions to stay active, safe and independent. We are a joint NHS & Devon County Council funded service, offering completely impartial and independent assessment and advice to individuals, families and carers.
Living Made Easy
We provide free impartial advice and information on solutions, gadgets, adaptations and aids to make life easier. We also have an online forum ‘YoureAble’ covering a range of topics, and advice from people familiar with the things you encounter. (Forum currently unavailable but should be returning soon)
Disability Together
Disability Together is working across the South West to ensure that people with disabilities and Deaf people (who use British Sign Language) can live the life they choose.
MS Society
The Multiple Sclerosis Society is the UK’s largest charity for people affected by multiple sclerosis. They fund world-leading research, provide support and advice and campaign for everyone’s rights.
Seetec
Pluss is Seetec’s Community Interest Company. Pluss is an award-winning social enterprise providing intensive support to help people overcome a variety of different barriers to discover their unique potential in work.
With a proven track record spanning more than 40 years, Pluss is recognised as one of the leading social enterprises in the UK.
https://seetec.co.uk/how-we-can-help/specialist-support-with-pluss/
Remap
We are here to help people with disabilities achieve their goals and attain a better quality of life, by providing custom-made equipment. We provide this service free of charge.
Royal National Institute of Blind People
RNIB, the Royal National Institute of Blind People, is the UK’s leading sight loss charity. We offer practical and emotional support to blind and partially sighted people, their families and carers. We raise awareness of the experiences of blind and partially sighted people and campaign for change to make our society more accessible for all. We want to change our world so there are no barriers to people with sight loss.
Scope
Scope is the disability equality charity in England and Wales that can provide practical information, resources and emotional support.
Social Care Institute for Excellence
This video-based resource is designed to help people look after someone safely at home.
Each section has a set of videos designed to give you and the person you care for practical and relevant information to support you day to day.
South West MS Therapy Centre
The South West MS Therapy Centre was established in 1982 as a self-funding charity initially to provide oxygen therapy, information and support for people living with multiple sclerosis.
Our services are available on a self-referral basis and accessed through a membership scheme. We welcome people of all ages and are continually improving our facilities and treatments to suit a wide range of needs. Whether you are newly-diagnosed or have been living with your condition for a while, we can provide you with information, support and therapies that can help you come to terms with your diagnosis and manage your symptoms.
Stroke Association
We’re here to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke. We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke.