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• DLA Guide

  Filling in the dreaded DLA form? This guide by Cerebra was sent to me, and was the BEST tip ever. It helped me get the correct wording and, as a first time applicant, I was thrilled when the claim was approved. I couldn't have done it without this site. DLA Guide

• Seamless socks

  Seams in socks and labels on clothes can cause endless problems for sensory-sensitive people. I've found the following site but have no experience of it so I'm just putting the information out as a starter. If anyone knows of more places to shop to get similar products then please post up. sensorysmart.co.uk/

• Confidence in stairs

  My friend's daughter became anxious about climbing stairs. Her mother encouraged her to sing and dance to music, gradually moving throughout the house. She then encouraged her to dance on a cushion, then a folded rug so starting the process of stepping up and down. The next move was stepping onto a low wooden box or table. This was a slow process but allowed her daughter to gain in confidence to tackle the stairs again.

• Airport Awareness

  Manchester Airport has produced a really useful illustrated guide to 'Airport Awareness' in association with various organisations, including the NAS. Although this guide is for Manchester, much of the info is useful for any major airport. Airportaware.pdf (729.4 KB)

• GP Resource Pack

  This GP Resource Pack has been produced by Sheffield NHS, but provides  information to help all primary care practices carry out their annual health checks and follow up care for people with a learning disability on their practice register.  Info.