“Ongoing friendship and mutual support from joining local groups “ “The way to keep moving forward is to talk to others living with same condition” “Look on internet, but only at the good stuff, as lots of scary stuff out there!” “In some situations you’re in, it can be hard not to become angry… what […]
Local libraries – often have a health section and information about local support groups in your area. Local coffee mornings – a good way of meeting a mix of different people. Local Authorities – what’s on in your area, leisure facilities, day or evening classes, services, clubs. They can also help with housing, if you […]
When you have a long term condition you may need help from different people at different times. Your family, your healthcare team, your friends. The kind of help you need can influence who you speak to. To have more control over managing you condition you need to be able to explain to other people how […]
This picture shows all the people, services and important signposts to support your self management. Think about yourself driving or walking along the road and all of these signs that you might see. It may surprise you to see just how much support there is when you begin to be supported in living with a […]
The people who know most about coping day to day with asthma are others with the condition. Support groups can be a great source of help, support and advice. Often other people can give you practical tips which have worked for them. If you do not think a support group is for you there are […]
Even those close to you may not appreciate how your asthma is affecting you physically, emotionally and socially. Everyone leads a busy life and sometimes family and friends don’t offer help because they don’t know you need it or they don’t know how to help. Talking about what help you need or what you are […]
When you have a long term condition you will or may at times need help from various people. Your family, your healthcare team, your friends. The kind of help you may need can influence where or who you seek this help from. To self manage your asthma effectively you need to be able to explain […]
This picture shows all the people, services and important signposts to support your self management. Think about yourself driving or walking along the road and all of these signs that you might see. It may surprise you to see just how much support there is when you begin to be supported in living with a […]
If you notice breathlessness affecting how you manage your daily living tasks, or if you would like further information or assistance to discuss any of these issues, please contact your local council social care services for assessment by an Occupational Therapist or Social Worker. Your GP or practice nurse can make a referral to Occupational […]
Organise your kitchen Keep the kitchen items that you use most often together and within easy reach. For example keep tea, coffee and sugar next to kettle where you will use them. Organise your kitchen cupboards so you don’t need to bend down or reach up for the items you use regularly. Leave dishes to […]
