What services are there?
Some services for people with a variety of neurological conditions are provided by social services but the majority are provided through the health service.
People with neurological conditions are eligible for an assessment from social services as they may be able to obtain assistance with day to day activities and personal care depending on their particular needs.
If you need help with these activities you should contact Cambridgeshire Direct on
0845 045 5202
who will be able to advise you on your eligibility for services and arrange an assessment if needed.
Specialist services:
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) nurse:
An MS nurse is available at the Addenbrookes clinic for patients being treated at that clinic Tel: 01223 257 160
Strada Centre:
This is a day centre for people who have had strokes and dysphasia. The Centre is based in Cottenham, near Cambridge and can accommodate up to 35 people each week. The Centre is open every Friday. Further information from Dr Oliver - 01223 842 919
Ely and District Stroke Club:
This is a fortnightly support group for people who have had a stroke and their carers. The club has approximately 35 members at present. For further details contact Mrs Judd 01353 860 470. The club meets at Bedford House, St Mary's Street Ely, Cambs CB6 1LE
Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust:
This is a national organisation for people with acquired brain injury. Their unit Fen House is a new residential centre in Ely for people with acquired brain injury. Please see their website for further information. (www.birt.co.uk)
Headway, Cambridge:
This is a service providing care for people with a head injury, and support to their carers. The service is based at Mill Road, Cambridge and all referrals are via social services. Please contact Cambridgeshire Direct on
0845 045 5202
The Dystonia Society:
The Dystonia Society is a national organisation that provides support and information to people with the range of movement disorders known as Dystonia. There is a support group that meets in Cambridgeshire 2 - 3 times a year. In addition there is support available from the Head Office in London and through their regional co-ordinator programme. For further information contact Amanda Crawford, Regional Co-ordinator on 01394 389 303 or by emailing to: dystonia-eastanglia@tiscali.com
Alternatively contact the Dystonia Society on 0845 458 6211 or visit their website (http://www.dystonia.org.uk)
The Oliver Zangwill Centre:
The Oliver Zangwill Centre for Neuropsychological Rehabilitation is a local organisation that aims to help people who have non-progressive brain injury maximise their rehabilitation. Help is also offered for the families of brain injured people. Amongst other initiatives the Centre uses NeuroPage, - radio-paging technology which sends reminders of things to do. For further information contact the Centre on 01353 652 165 or visit their website (www.ozc.nhs.uk)