Health and well-being - how libraries can help
Information and services
Independent skills in ßÙßÇÂþ» Libraries
A series of courses to teach skills that support independence.
Reading Friends
A befriending programme developed by the Reading Agency, delivered in partnership with community organisations, including libraries.
Our LGBTQ+ library collections
Our lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender virtual collection
Reading Well
Books for those experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems
Dementia support in libraries
ßÙßÇÂþ» Libraries are committed to providing whatever support they can for those with dementia or a memory impairment.
Domestic abuse support
The support available in libraries to victims of domestic abuse. Information and resources in a safe environment.
Reminiscence collection
A collection for those who care for the elderly, professionally or personally
Library Direct Service
For people who have difficulty getting to a library due to ill health, disability, mobility problems or caring responsibilities
Library services for people with disabilities
Support for those with hearing, visual or mobility difficulties
Social care and health
ßÙßÇÂþ»'s social care services for adults and children
Supporting refugees
A summary of the resources available to refugees and their supporters from ßÙßÇÂþ»'s libraries and the wider library community.
Health and activity trackers available to borrow from ßÙßÇÂþ» libraries
Borrow an Activity tracker to help motivate you to move more and improve your health and wellbeing.
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- Reviewed: 02 Dec 2024
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