The Personalisation Programme aims to improve the transition of patients who require further community support and are finishing active treatment. We are working to ensure that people feel appropriately informed, guided and supported based on their own needs. The digital offer will be available for patients and professionals with a multitude of support options. This Personalisation model will be integrated across acute and the community.
People of Lincolnshire felt at the end of their cancer treatment that they were ‘falling off a cliff edge’. Within the Personalisation Programme, a holistic model will be implemented to support the patients and people of Lincolnshire. The model will standardise the offer of holistic support across tumour sites and streamline care between primary and secondary sectors.
Please find above a link to a video created by the Integrated Care Board (ICB) to support individuals with learning disabilities in understanding and encouraging participation in the national Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
This video has been created with the collaboration of Lorraine Abbot from the ICB, who, as an individual with a diagnosed learning disability, is eligible for the screening herself.
We encourage you to use this resource to support individuals within your local community, so please feel free to share the video with anyone who may benefit from it.
No matter how much you do, physical activity is good for your body and mind. Adults should aim to be active every day. Some is good – more is better still.
Being active is good for your mind and body. Every minute of activity counts – and the more you do, the more you'll benefit.
Exercise can:
- improve your sleep
- clear your mind
- boost your energy
- help with back or joint pain
Exercise can also reduce your risk of developing heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, dementia, Alzheimer's disease and some cancers.
Make a start today – it's never too late!
Visit the websites below for more resources and advice.
Shuteye is an app for your smart device that allows you to track your sleep patterns and learn from your sleep cycles. It is a free app with in-app purchases.
You can find this in your apple/android app store on your smart device.
There are little things we can all do to help look after our mental health. Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more.
Listed below are some websites and links to apps that can help.
The key to a healthy diet is to eat the right amount of calories for how active you are so you balance the energy you consume with the energy you use.
If you eat or drink more than your body needs, you'll put on weight because the energy you do not use is stored as fat. If you eat and drink too little, you'll lose weight.
You should also eat a wide range of foods to make sure you're getting a balanced diet and your body is receiving all the nutrients it needs.
People with special dietary needs or a medical condition should ask their doctor or a registered dietitian for advice.
The following links give further access to advice and resources:
Please use below links for support and advice on smoking cessation:
SoundLincs - Unleashing potential through music - Click here to find out more
Healthy ageing is also about having the capabilities that enable all people to be and do what they have reason to value. This can include a person’s ability to:
- meet their basic needs
- learn, grow and make decisions
- be mobile
- build and maintain relationships and
- contribute and feel part of your local community.
Healthy ageing means making choices that help you stay independent for longer. Some lifestyle choices that influence your health include:
- How and when you exercise
- Who you surround yourself with
- How much you enjoy your home
- How you use and challenge your brain and
- How you think and feel about your life.
The ICB presents:
Let’s Age Well!
None of us want to stop doing the things that make us happy! That’s why the NHS in Lincolnshire and other partners are committed to supporting you to age well.
Gardening, being active, walking the dog – doing anything we enjoy is good for the soul and improves general wellbeing and happiness. Sometimes, getting a bit older can impact our ability to do the things we love, but that doesn’t mean we have to give up or stop altogether.
What does ‘Ageing Well’ mean for me?
We are all different and have different lifestyles and individual needs. If doing what we have always done isn’t possible, there is support available to help us adapt to keep our mind and body active. Finding new things to do in later life can help to keep us physically and mentally well.
Let’s use it, not lose it!
Check out their YouTube video for more information, link below:
Please use the links below to find out more:
How to age well: 10 tips for healthy ageing - Age UK
Practice Guide to Healthy Caring - NHS
*WARNING*: Pages you view on the internet can be tracked. If you would like further information please visit - Using Computers - EDAN Lincs Domestic Abuse Service
EDAN Lincs Domestic Abuse Service is a registered charity. They cover the county of Lincolnshire, and provide support and assistance to men, women and children suffering, or fleeing from domestic abuse. As an organisation, their mission statement is:
“To support and empower all those affected by domestic abuse. To raise awareness of the impacts of domestic abuse and promote intolerance of it”.
For further support please click on the links below:
EDAN - Lincs Domestic Abuse Service
Lincolnshire Domestic Abuse Specialist Service
LDASS/EDAN Lincs are launching a series of videos on all their social media accounts about the LDASS service with the intention of reducing barriers to referrals.
There are already a few videos on the channel to choose from, and they will be adding more during January to showcase what each of their teams in LDASS do. The first in the series can be found at: youtube
They also invite you to follow their social media channels and share from there if you wish to on your own social media: Facebook: EDAN Lincs Facebook: EDAN Lincs Refuge Instagram: EDAN Lincs LinkedIn: EDAN Lincs YouTube: EDAN Lincs
Note: they are named EDAN Lincs because they deliver LDASS.
There are many resources that can help if you need advice or are struggling financially. Please click on the following links to find out more:
Debt Advice - National Debtline
For advice and information on food banks please click on the following links:
Carers First
"It’s estimated there are 79,000 people in Lincolnshire providing care for a relative or friend. We believe every one of those people deserves the support necessary to thrive in their role.
If you're an unpaid carer, aged 16 and over, supporting someone in Lincolnshire, we’re here to help with online help and advice, as well as 1-2-1 practical and emotional support. Remember, you don’t have to wait until crisis point before asking for help - the earlier you ask, the bigger difference it can make. "
Online, Phone & In Person Support for Unpaid Carers - Lincolnshire | Carers First
Finding the right care provider
The regional care directories are local guides on the care and support available in your area and how to access it. To view or order your free printed copy please click the link: Local Care Directory
Please see the links below for information and advice:
Healthy living for people with type 2 diabetes
To self-refer into certain services please use the links below:
Lincolnshire Talking Therapies (used to be Steps2Change)
Please see links below for advice and support:
Lincolnshire Talking Therapies
CASY - Counselling and support for young people
Please see the links below for advice and support: