Adult Social Care and Public Health Travel Policy - public consultation
We have developed a draft of our Adult Social Care and Public Health Travel Policy outlining our responsibilities under the Care Act 2014.
The policy aims to support people who use our adult social care transport services and promote independence, while providing consistent and transparent decision making for their travel support.
Have your say
Please take a few minutes to view and give us your feedback on our proposed Adult Social Care and Public Health Travel Policy.
Your input will help shape the future of travel support services.
Travel policy online consultation
The consultation is open from 15 October to 31 December 2024.
Christmas Mayhem Club Night
The Mayhem DJs are back at the fiery bird for one more night out before the end of the year their Mayhem Christmas event. Expect current and classic hits and a friendly atmosphere at this inclusive club for night for adults with additional needs
It will have a friendly atmosphere.
- date: 21 December 2024
- time: 7pm to 11pm
- tickets: £7
United Pride Friends Survey
United Pride Friends are organising a workshop. This is to highlight challenges and matters LGBTQ+ autistic people face. They want to inform services and organisations who provide support to autistic people.
They have a survey about awareness. Autistic people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community can complete this.
NHS Easy Read Newsletter
Read our latest NHS England Learning Disability and Autism Programme newsletter, number 18. Written in plain English and easy read.
This issue includes information about:
- guide for young people about the Dynamic Support Register (DSR)
- guide for young people about Care (Education) and Treatment Review (CETR)
- what is Learning from lives and deaths of people with learning disabilities and autistic people (LeDeR) and why is it important?
- understanding diabetes
- the importance of health and care passports
- how to get support and speak up
- give feedback on our newsletter
The learning disability and autism advisory group co-produced the newsletter with NHS staff.
Terminally Ill Adults Bill Easy Read
Last week, MPs in the Houses of Parliament voted on the Terminally Ill Adults Bill. Learning Disability England has produced Easy Read information about this new Bill.
Surrey County Council publishes 2025/26 draft budget
Surrey County Council has approved a draft budget for next year. Now, they want to hear your thoughts.
What is happening?
- Surrey County Council has a new budget plan
- they want to know what you think about it
How can you share your thoughts?
- there is a survey on the Surrey Says website
- you can fill out the survey to share your views
- the website has the survey and a booklet to help you
- an Easy Read survey is at the bottom of the website
When does the survey close?
- the survey will close on Tuesday, 31 December
Need help?
if you have questions, email contact.centre@surreycc.gov.uk
The January Challenge
The January Challenge asks you to be creative, have fun, and try new things every day in January! The organisation 64 Million Artists will share a new idea to try each day in January.
hey have partnered with Campaign 4 Change to co-produce an Easy Read pack for the January Challenge. They will also deliver free training to help you use these resources with groups.
Free Easy Read Winter Guide
Many people will experience difficulties this winter. Easy Read Online has created a free winter guide to help. The guide provides advice on staying warm and healthy, help with money, and looking out for others.
Please share and pass it on to anyone who would find it helpful.
Have your say on Surrey Sexual Health Services
We want to hear residents' views on Surrey's sexual health and contraception services. Please share your thoughts in a confidential survey. We will enter you to win one of three £20 'Love2shop' vouchers.
Accessible versions, including Easy Read are available. Closes 29 December.
Surrey Wheelchair Service user engagement forum invites attendees
Surrey Wheelchair Service is holding an online forum for all wheelchair users in Surrey. it is at 1pm on Wednesday, 15 January 2025.
To attend this session, please contact the Surrey Wheelchair Service as follows:
Email: SurreyCHEO@rosscare.co.uk
Text (SMS): 07949 400 347
NHS 10-Year Plan Consultation
The NHS is seeking input for its 10-year plan. The government seeks ideas from all. They have produced alternative formats of the consultation, including easy read. Change NHS is launching a 'workshop in a box.' It will let people run their own workshops in their communities and share views.
Be sure to check out the easy read workshop in a box launching by Friday 22 November.
Speaker Finder Service
In Control has launched a speaker finder service. It connects a growing network of experienced people in health and social care. They are willing to share their views and expertise at events and conferences.
People with lived experience in health and social care who want to join the network should contact In Control for more information.
Email: admin@in-control.org.uk
Calling All Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise Organisations in Surrey!
Surrey County Council is building an Asset Network to bring together local Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations. This is all about connecting, collaborating, and making a bigger impact for Surrey residents.
Why Sign Up?
- meet like-minded groups working on similar goals
- stay in the loop with Council-led updates on grants, funding, and training
- discover opportunities to partner up, learn, and grow
Recently, we have shared information about employment and adult social care grants and sustainable business training—and more is on the way! It only takes 10 minutes to sign up to the asset network.
If you are not sure if you've already joined, you can email to check:
communitiesandpreventionprojects@surreycc.gov.uk
New digital support for unpaid carers
Surrey County Council and the NHS have launched a new initiative. It is in partnership with Mobilise, an online carers' community. Mobilise has a strong record of supporting unpaid carers. A 2-year pilot, funded by a government grant, aims to support unpaid carers in Surrey. It will provide easy access to digital information and advice, plus various resources. This will complement existing services for carers.
The service is for carers who are hesitant to contact adult social care. It is also for those who find it hard to access traditional support services. Carers will get an online community to share and support each other. It will also provide advice and information. The initiative will help social care teams with support requests. It will provide early intervention support. It may help when working with hard-to-reach families.
Further information about Mobilise Surrey is available online.
Help in Surrey if you're struggling this Winter
We know times are tough so we want to do everything we can to support you during this time.
Surrey County Council has rounded up all the tips and contact details to support you if you're struggling this winter. Whether you're over 60, a family, a person with a disability or health condition, out of work, a carer or simply just looking to cut back on your everyday energy bills. There is information for you. There is a financial support section, welfare section and health and wellbeing section.
Find more support at the Welfare hub.
You can also use our financial and welfare support chat bot which will guide you through support relevant to you and your needs.
Winter vaccinations
October was the start of the winter vaccine campaign. People with a learning disability are more likely to get ill from the flu. If your GP hasn't contacted you yet, please contact them to get your Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. You may be able to have your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations at the same time.
If you are a main carer or get carers allowance, you can also get a free flu vaccine. This will help protect you and the person you care for.
Do talk to your GP if you are worried about the vaccinations.
Find easy read leaflets on how to protect yourself from flu by having the flu vaccine at Flu vaccination: easy-read flu vaccination resources.
In this video, Rachel and her mum get their flu and COVID-19 autumn booster vaccines at their GP practice.
Shaping the Future of Technology Enabled Care and Homes
We are excited to announce the launch of our Technology Enabled Care and Homes (TECH) programme, aimed at enhancing the lives of people through digital technologies. TECH stands for Technology Enabled Care and Homes, which includes various innovations to help individuals live independently and safely at home, manage health conditions, support employment, and transform daily living.
We are looking for individuals with lived experience and a passion for technology to join our reference group. Your insights will be invaluable in shaping our new strategy and service.
Quarterly meetings, start January 2025, for 2 years (virtual or in-person, max 2 hours each).
£15 per hour for meeting attendance, with travel costs reimbursed for in-person meetings.
If you are interested email:
