Local resources and information
Dementia Information Line
Specialist information for people who have dementia and their carers
(From April 1st The Oxfordshire Dementia Information line is open from 9 – 7 Monday to Friday and 10 – 6 Weekends and Bank Holidays)
Oxfordshire Travel Advice Line
The Oxfordshire Travel Advice Line (Oxtail) offers free impartial advice on a range of transport options for older people or those with a high level of support needs. Please call to see where they can help in planning your journey
Finding NHS dentists in your area
- Call the PCT Dental Helpline: 01865 337267
- Visit the NHS Choices website and select the option for dentists
- Telephone NHS Direct on 0845 4647 or text"dentist" to "64746" or "NHSGO" from your mobile phone from the area where you need a dentist
Macular Disease Society
A self help group for people with impaired central vision
The digital TV switchover community outreach pack
ORCC (Oxfordshire Rural Community Council) has been appointed by Digital Outreach to work with the voluntary and community sector during the run-up to the digital TV switchover by providing grants, materials, free training, support and guidance to enable you to inform the people you support.
For more information about the support available to you, contact: orcc@oxonrcc.org.uk or 01865 883488
To order information packs or materials call 08453 653 809. You can also download and print leaflets, posters and factsheets from www.digitaluk.co.uk/outreachmaterials