Preparing for Adulthood Living Independently
Life Skills
On this page you will find information and advice about life skills for young people with SEND.
Looking after yourself
Personal Hygiene
Maintaining good personal hygiene prevents the spread of infections and illnesses, which is vital for overall health. It can prevent skin issues, dental problems, and other health concerns that can arise from poor hygiene practices.
For information on personal hygiene visit Personal hygiene checklist | Health For Teens
Food Hygiene
Don’t forget that you need to make sure that the food you eat is safe and that it won’t make you ill. Take a look at the top tips to stay safe:
Going to the Dentist
A dentist is a person who is qualified to examine and treat people’s teeth, they may give you advice on how to keep your teeth healthy, they can take X-rays and give you fillings to stop your teeth hurting.
To find a dentist in Telford and Wrekin visit Search results | Live Well Telford
Easy read guide about going to the dentist PowerPoint Presentation
Going to the Doctors
A doctor or (General Practitioner/GP) is a medical doctor who treats patients at a Doctors Surgery. They are usually the first medical person that you would see for routine appointments, they may refer you onto a Doctor or Consultant (or Specialist Doctor) at a hospital if you need more specialised treatment.
To find a doctors in Telford and Wrekin visit Search results | Live Well Telford
East read guide about going to the doctors Going to the doctor, physician associate or anaesthesia associate - What should happen
Staying Healthy
Eating the right food
Eating healthy is crucial for overall well-being and a long life. A balanced diet provides essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, helping our bodies function properly.
For information on healthy foods visit The Eatwell Guide - NHS
For information on healthy recipes visit Recipes - Healthier Families - NHS
Change4Life
This is a government scheme that can help you to stay fit, well and healthy. You can find out information on how to check the sugar content in your food, how to read food labels, find recipes and new food ideas. There are also lots of ideas on how to stay healthy.
To find out more information visit Change4Life
Healthy Lifestyle Team
The Healthy Lifestyle Service provides a FREE personal service to motivate, encourage and support local people to make changes to improve their health and wellbeing.
To find out more information visit https://www.telford.gov.uk/info/20087/healthy_telford/687/healthy_lifestyles
NHS Live Well
Advice, tips and tools to help you make the best choices about your health and wellbeing.
To find out more information visit https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/
Telford & Wrekin Libraries
The library service have lots of books that you can read about staying healthy. From books about cooking healthy food, learning about sports, keeping active and staying well.
To find out more information visit https://library.telford.gov.uk/web/arena
You can also access the Shelf Help Reading Well Books on Prescription to look after your mental health.
To find out more information visit https://reading-well.org.uk/books/books-on-prescription/young-people-mental-health
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Transport
Independent Travel Training
Independent Travel Training is a service that teaches children and young people how to travel safely, independently and confidently. It usually involves the use of public transport to get to school, college or a work placement.
Independent Travel Training (ITT) - SEND - Local offer
Concessionary Travel
How to find out if you are eligible for Concessionary Travel.
Introduction - Concessionary travel - Telford & Wrekin Council
Bus Pass
Information on disability-related bus pass.
Introduction - Bus services and timetables - Telford & Wrekin Council
Introduction - Concessionary travel - Telford & Wrekin Council
Rail Card
Disabled persons railcard.
- For people with a disability that meets the eligibility criteria(external link, opens in a new tab)
- Just £20 for 1 year or £54 for 3 years
- 1/3 off rail travel for you and an adult companion