Support for young people

Maintaining good posture is essential for everyone, but it becomes particularly important as we age. Strong, supported posture allows you to move freely, perform daily tasks with ease, and participate in activities you enjoy.

Your bedroom should be a haven of comfort and support, promoting restful sleep and enabling you to manage your daily activities with ease.

Maintaining continence, both urinary and faecal, is essential for a healthy and independent life. However, as we age, managing continence can become more challenging.

Enjoying a nutritious meal and staying adequately hydrated are essential aspects of maintaining good health at any age. However, for older adults living independently, these seemingly simple tasks can become challenging due to age-related changes in vision, dexterity, or swallowing.

Technology-based solutions can enhance daily life and offer peace of mind. As we age and strive for continued independence in our homes, technology can offer valuable support within the comfort of our bedrooms.

Living independently can be incredibly rewarding, but everyday tasks like cooking, cleaning, and laundry can become challenging as we age. Fortunately, technological advancements offer a variety of tools and solutions that can make these tasks easier and more manageable.

Staying connected and getting out and about are important for maintaining a fulfilling life. However, age-related changes like limited mobility, safety concerns, and navigating public transport can make venturing out feel daunting.

The DOVE Project is a leading and innovative organisation offering a range of personalised, outcome-based care and support packages throughout Devon, Plymouth and Cornwall.

You can find out more about your rights, as well as what to do if you face discrimination, need legal advice or have to go to court without a lawyer. If you would like to talk to someone, please contact Citizens Advice Plymouth.

The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) is important for young adults with special educational needs (SEN) because it ensures that they have the right to make decisions for themselves, whenever possible, and that those decisions are made in their best interests.

The Mix connects young people to experts and their peers to talk about everything from money to mental health, homelessness to jobs, breakups to drugs, and more. No topic is out of bounds, and we are completely non-judgemental.

Plymouth's 'SENCO Guide' contains information, resources and signposting for SENCOS and other professionals to support with Special Educational Needs and disabilities(SEND) policy and practice.

The Zone Plymouth is a charity that always provides free confidential information and support to young people.

There are lots of small actions you can take to help you save money.

Maintaining independence in the bathroom is an important aspect of living well at home. However, age-related changes like reduced mobility, limited dexterity, and balance problems can make using the toilet a challenge.