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Keeping on top of things
Keeping healthy

 

 

Keeping active
Keeping in touch

 

 

 

This website has ideas to help you stay happy, safe and well in your own home. With the right connections in place, it’s much easier to live life to the full.

Your Connected Life is all about building a network around you to make your life easier and more enjoyable.

 

 

Our short video explains how Your Connected Life can help you.

 


Keeping on top of things

 


Managing your money

You or your carer may be eligible for support, discounts or certain benefits.

For online, printable and chat line help on benefits, debt, care costs, housing,  bereavement, young people and retirement use our trusted Money advice tool

Cost of living help

Find sources of advice and practical help with energy costs, food, health costs, managing finances and making savings 


Planning ahead

It’s a good idea to get advice to help you plan for the future. This includes:

Making a Will

Make sure your money, property and possessions are passed on to the people you care about, by making a will.

Power of Attorney

Set up arrangements for someone else to act on your behalf if you become ill or unable to make decisions.

Have a Carer’s In Case of Emergency plan

Get your Carer's In Case of Emergency plan in place if you care for someone who couldn’t manage without your help.


Getting extra support

If family, friends or neighbours give you support you couldn’t manage without, they can get help too by contacting Carers in Hertfordshire or calling 01992 586 969.

Also see www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/carers

 


Keeping healthy

 


Looking after your Wellbeing

If you're finding things hard emotionally right now, you're not alone.  There are practical tips and advice on Services For Adults | Hertfordshire Mind Network (hertsmindnetwork.org)

Wellbeing courses

Take control of your wellbeing with a free course, online or face to face with New Leaf

Looking after your health

  • Keep medical appointments and check you're taking medication correctly
  • Have regular health check-ups, dental and eye tests
  • Get your free covid vaccine, and flu jab if you're eligible. Speak to your doctor, local pharmacy or call 111
  • Stay warm - keep your home warm and comfortable (you could be entitled to support or discounted home energy improvements)
  • NHS Your health at home

Healthy Hubs offer information, advice and support to help you stay healthy and well.

You could visit the NHS Live well website for useful tips.

Help with your health if you have a learning disability

Eating well

Find support and activities to help you stay healthy and well in the Healthy living | Hertfordshire Directory

 


Keeping active

Having a pet can help you to be more active and can be a great comfort.

The Cinnamon Trust charity provides practical help for pet owners facing difficulties with any aspect of day-to-day care. Visit the Cinnamon Trust website or Call 01736 757900.

You could also connect to a local volunteer dog walker or pet sitter email help@communities1st.org.uk or call 01727 649980.


Keeping in touch

 

Join a hobby or interest group to do the things you enjoy and meet new people. At the moment these might be running differently to keep you safe.

Volunteering has lots of benefits for you as well as those you help. There are many different opportunities to try, some even from home.

Find local Volunteer Opportunities | Communities 1st



Find a new activity or group with help from HertsHelp.
Call: 0300 123 4044

Explore our directory of activities, hobbies and leisure.

 


Where to go for advice

 

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