b'NHS health checkThis is a national programmeThere are many simple adjustments that you can make for people aged 40 to 74 that assesses the risk ofaround your home to help prevent falls, such as making developing heart disease, stroke, diabetes and kidneysure rugs have a non-slip underlay, keeping the stairs disease. The free 30-minute check can help identifyclear and tidying away trailing cables.if you are at risk of developing these conditions andFor more information about preventing falls, visit the offers advice on how to reduce the risk. following websites.Please visit westsussexwellbeing.org.uk/healthchecks#westsussexconnecttosupport.org (search Health for more information about what happens in an NHSand wellbeing)health check, or contact your local GP practice to ask#westsussexwellbeing.org.uk/topics/falls-preventionabout the nearest place offering the health check.#nhs.uk/conditions/falls/.Health screeningScreening is an important way of finding out if you are at higher risk of a health problemEating well so that you can receive information or early treatment.Eating well helps you stay active and get more out Screening is offered to different sections of theof life. This means regularly eating a nutritious and population, and includes breast, bowel, cervical andbalanced diet and drinking plenty of fluids. A healthy diabetic eye screening. For more information, diet can also improve your mental health.visit nhs.uk/conditions/nhs-screening/.If you are struggling to eat healthily, manage your Health checks for people with aweight or make meals for yourself, there is support learningdisabilityavailable on the West Sussex Wellbeing website at People aged 14 and over with a learning disability canwestsussexwellbeing.org.uk.have a free NHS health check at their GP practice eachIf you cant open tins, stand for long periods or pour the year. You or your carer can phone your GP and ask tokettle, there are many pieces of equipment that could be added to the learning disability register. You willhelp to make these tasks easier. To find out whats then be invited to attend a yearly health check. available, visit the West Sussex Connect to Support For Easy Read information explaining what happens atwebsite at westsussexconnecttosupport.org/living-a yearly health check, visit nhs.uk/conditions/learning- independently/equipment.disabilities/annual-health-checks/. If you cant manage to go to the shops, you could have your shopping (or meals) delivered to your home.Mental wellbeing Your mental health is just as important as your physicalMeals on wheels from apetito healthand the two are often linked. There are manyMeals on wheels is another option to consider if you practical self-care tips to help you improve your mentalfind it difficult to prepare meals. apetito provide the wellbeing. Visit westsussexconnecttosupport.org andmeals on wheels service on our behalf. When apetito go to the How to live well with a health condition orstaff deliver your meal, they will also check that you disability section to find out more. are safe and well and will contact someone for you if The following websites may also be helpful. you need help. All apetito staff carry identification and #mind.org.uk/information-supporthave had the relevant Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. All the meals they provide meet National #westsussexwellbeing.org.uk and go to Association of Care Catering (NACC) standards.Healthy mind The meals are provided seven days a week, including #nhs.uk/mental-health/bank holidays and weekends, and are delivered If you use a smartphone, you can contact local mental- between 11am and 2pm. You can choose to receive health services by downloading the Hub of Hope appmeals as often as you like. A hot two-course meal costs and using your postcode to search for local services. 5.85. Teatime packs that contain a sandwich, yoghurt or piece of fruit, and a cake or pastry are also available. Preventing fallsThese cost 3.40 each, and if you want one you must Falls can lead to injuries and loss of confidence andorder it with a main meal, as it is delivered at the same independence. Increasing your activity levels will helptime as your lunch.you to reduce the risk of a fall, by improving yourYou can order the meals yourself, or your carers, friends or balance, co-ordination, bone strength and flexibility.family members can order on your behalf. You can order Making sure you wear well-fitting shoes and slippers(and cancel if necessary) up to 10am on the delivery day.with a good grip can also help to prevent falls. The service is available to all West Sussex postcodes.Our West Sussex Wellbeing website providesFor more information and to order a meal, phone adviceand support to help you increase your activityapetitos West Sussex office on 01903 718893 or levels with exercise, and suggests simple steps youemail westsussex.office@apetito.co.uk.cantake to stay steady on your feet. Visitwestsussexwellbeing.org.uk/topics/falls-prevention. Supporting you to live well7'