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You may have to explain to a person with a learning disability that a family member has died and are concerned about their level of understanding and how to do this. Using storyboards and memory books may be a helpful way of communicating with a person with a learning disability about death and enabling them to share their feelings. ‘Access to Learning Disability Healthcare' has developed a Make a Difference Toolkit which includes information and resources on how to support people with a learning disability with end of life care and bereavement. There are also some very helpful books ‘Books Beyond Words' which can be purchased individually on death and loss of a family member. Here is information and advice as well as easy to read resources on how to help people with a learning disability deal with grief .…

Coping with bereavement is difficult when death is expected, but if the death is sudden it is even harder to deal with. A sudden death might be the result of: A murder. Road or other accident. Heart attack (which is also the second highest cause of death after cancer). Drug or alcohol o…

Accidentally or intentionally, it can also come about as a result of long-term drug and alcohol use. There are particular issues that may arise for you which make coping with grief all the more challenging: If the addiction was known to you before the death, this may have led to a strained or…

Death by suicide is particularly distressing for relatives for the following reasons: It is hard to take on board the level of despair and hopelessness that led to the person you cared for killing themselves. Maybe you feel you ought to have ‘spotted the signs' and feel guilty you didn't do more to prevent suicide. You may be constantly asking yourself ‘what if…' There is a stigma attached to suicide. Other relatives and friends may view the suicide as a ‘selfish' act, or feel it conflicts with their religion or values. There will be police involvement leading to a coroner's inquest, which is lengthy, distressing, and can cause funeral delay. There may be media interest, which can be very intrusive. It can make it difficult to find the space to deal with the emotional impact such a death is having on you. For further information and advice on how to cope see Support…

There are benefits available to help with the costs when somebody dies. You might be able to get help to pay for the funeral of a partner, close relative, close friend, or child. You must be responsible for the funeral and you must meet certain criteria, including being in receipt of certain benefits. If your husband, wife, or civil partner has died you might be able to claim Bereavement Support Payment, but only if they died on or after 6 April 2017. Seek advice if you were not married to your partner and they have died as this has been contested in the courts. You need to have been… won’t get the lump sum, but you will get any remaining monthly payments due. See Bereavement Support Payment (GOV.UK).…

Cooking and shopping Contents find help with cooking and shopping meal delivery services supermarket delivery services Need help with cooking, shopping or getting meals delivered at home? You can get support with cooking, grocery deliveries, or joining a lunch club. Lunch clubs are a great way to enjoy a hot meal and meet new people. There are services across Surrey that can help. Find help with cooking and shopping You can use this website to find: meals on wheels - hot meals delivered to your home lunch clubs - enjoy a meal and social time at a local day centre community transport - get help travelling to the shops homecare agencies - some can help you prepare meals in your home You can: search by keyword enter your postcode to find services near you use filters to narrow your search - on a desktop, these are on the left. On a mobile…

Contents toilet aids and equipment help with continence find local help getting to your toilet Finding it hard to use the toilet safely or comfortably at home? You can get advice on continence, borrow or buy toilet aids, and make changes to your home to make things easier. Local services can also help you find the right equipment or support. Toilet aids and equipment If you find it hard to get on or off the toilet, there are products that can help. These can make using the toilet safer and easier. Useful products include: commodes toilet grab rails raised toilet seats smart toilets toilet frames and rails Find simple toilet equipment online Use the home equipment finder to find useful products based on your needs. You can: search by room, like bathroom, or bedroom choose your needs, like falls and mobility, or fatigue management search…

Contents find local services get help from a job club volunteer in your community learn digital skills support if you have a disability or health condition community learning for people with a learning disability or autism Looking for ways to build confidence, learn new skills or find work in Surrey? Whether you're looking for a job, thinking about volunteering, or just want to build your confidence with digital skills, there’s support available across Surrey. This page helps you explore local opportunities - from job clubs and community learning, to disability support… your postcode use filters to narrow results – on a desktop, these are on the left. On a mobile, they appear at the top How this site works Get help from a job club Job clubs offer practical support for job seekers. They can help you: write a CV prepare for interviews find local…

, there’s support to help you travel safely and independently. This page shows what’s available and how to get started. Community transport Need help getting to appointments, shops or social activities? If you can't use regular public transport, local services and volunteers offer door… services. Apps include: Trainline app (Android) Trainline app (Apple) UK live train times (Apple) Passenger assistance app Blue Badge parking sites Aira Explorer Taxis in Surrey Licensed taxis and private hire vehicles in Surrey must follow the law to support disabled passengers. What drivers must do By law, drivers must: carry disabled passengers and their mobility aids help passengers get in and out of the vehicle accept assistance dogs, unless medically exempt not charge extra for any of this support Drivers must also help visually impaired passengers…

https://www.healthysurrey.org.uk/community-health/social-prescribing Social prescribing is a free service. It aims to help you take control of your health and wellbeing. The service can give you information and support on: healthy lifestyles and physical activity budgeting, debt and benefits employment support housing and helping you to live independently mental health and emotional wellbeing opportunities to get out and meet new people See Social prescribing for more information. How to access the service You can refer yourself to the social prescribing service if you live in: Surrey Heath Spelthorne Find your district or borough council (GOV.UK) If you don't live in those areas, you will need to get a referral from one of the following: your GP a nurse a social care worker your benefit advisor your local pharmacist They will fill…