Question: My local council is reducing bin collections from fortnightly to every three weeks. I’m concerned that my elderly relative may struggle to move her bin to the gate with the extra week’s waste. I’ve heard it might be possible to arrange for the bin to be collected directly from where it’s kept. How can I arrange this on her behalf?
Answer: You’ll need to contact your local council and request an Assisted Bin Collection service. Most councils offer this support for residents who genuinely need it, though there is an eligibility criteria to meet. It’s worth visiting your council’s website first to check the specific requirements and application process for your area, as these can vary between councils.
Question: As I get older, I’m finding it increasingly difficult to read newspapers, even with regularly updated glasses. I’d like to try a Talking Newspaper service, and when I mentioned this to relatives with similar difficulties, they were interested too. Is there a directory listing all these services?
Answer: Yes, there is. The Talking News Federation maintains a comprehensive directory of Talking Newspaper services across the whole of the UK, including Northern Ireland. You can find details of your local service by visiting their website at tnf.org.uk. This is an excellent free resource that makes staying informed much more accessible.
Able Community Care is a Norfolk, family owned, Home Care provider which was established in 1980. We are often asked by our clients, carers and members of the public, questions across a wide range of care issues. Care information is often time consuming and difficult to access, so we are happy to share some of our questions and answers with you.
