{"list": { "to": { "identifier": "services", "label": "All services", "description": "Services provided by local public sector organisations and their partners", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/list/services", "itemBaseUri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/services", "itemCurieStub": "esdServices", "itemType": { "identifier": "service", "label": "Service", "uri": "http://def.esd.org.uk/Service" } }, "from": { "identifier": "needs", "label": "Needs", "description": "Requirements that, if met, result in an improvement of circumstances", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/list/needs", "itemBaseUri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/needs", "itemCurieStub": "esdNeeds", "itemType": { "identifier": "need", "label": "Need", "uri": "http://def.esd.org.uk/Need" } }, "items": [ { "identifier": "90", "label": "Parking", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/90", "curie": "esdNeed:90", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "478", "label": "Council car parks", "description": "Car parks within the geographic boundaries of a local authority which are owned and run by the local authority. The authority may publish a list of the car parks, their locations and tariffs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/478", "curie": "esdService:478" }, { "identifier": "274", "label": "Disabled parking bays", "description": "Designated parking bay areas may be provided for registered disabled drivers (i.e. blue badge holders). These may be on-street parking bays outside the residents home where parking difficulties are experienced or marked bays within residential car parks.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/274", "curie": "esdService:274" }, { "identifier": "279", "label": "Disabled parking permits", "description": "Blue parking badges allow cars carrying people who are registered blind or people who have severe walking difficulties to be parked near shops, stations and other facilities. Blue Badges can only be issued to people who meet the eligibility criteria, not to relatives or carers. They can be used in any car the badge holder is driving or is a passenger in.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/279", "curie": "esdService:279" }, { "identifier": "114", "label": "Estate parking", "description": "The local authority is responsible for determining parking regulations (residents and visitor parking) on council property and for enforcement of those regulations.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/114", "curie": "esdService:114" }, { "identifier": "1725", "label": "Lorry parking", "description": "Provision of parking areas for heavy goods vehicles which may be used to park, to transfer goods and if facilities available temporary storage of goods whilst being transferred.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1725", "curie": "esdService:1725" }, { "identifier": "1112", "label": "Park and ride", "description": "A local authority may provide park and ride facilities, which enable commuters to leave their personal vehicles in a designated car park and transfer to public transport facilities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1112", "curie": "esdService:1112" }, { "identifier": "474", "label": "Parking permits", "description": "Issuing of parking permits to residents who keep and use a car, a van or motorcycle on a full-time basis within a controlled parking zone. Businesses operating within a controlled zone area may also qualify for permits.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/474", "curie": "esdService:474" }, { "identifier": "473", "label": "Parking zones", "description": "A controlled parking scheme in a street or area where parking is organised in order to help residents park their vehicles.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/473", "curie": "esdService:473" }, { "identifier": "475", "label": "Pavement parking", "description": "Pavements are constructed and provided for pedestrian use. The local authority has a responsibility to keep the roads and footpaths safe to use.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/475", "curie": "esdService:475" }, { "identifier": "479", "label": "Private car parks", "description": "Car parks within a local authority geographic area which are owned and operated by private companies. The local authority ensures that they operate in accordance with authority parking policies.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/479", "curie": "esdService:479" }, { "identifier": "471", "label": "Street parking enforcement", "description": "Enforcement of on street parking regulations (meters, residential parking bays, yellow lines etc.) within the local authority area. The council may issue illegally parked vehicles with a ticket and impose fines.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/471", "curie": "esdService:471" }, { "identifier": "472", "label": "Vehicle clamping and removal", "description": "Use of vehicle clamps to immobilise illegally parked vehicles. If such a vehicle is taking up much needed space the local authority will organise the removal of the vehicle.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/472", "curie": "esdService:472" } ] }, { "identifier": "92", "label": "School places", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/92", "curie": "esdNeed:92", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "17", "label": "Local schools", "description": "The local authority is responsible for providing information and school contact details of every school in the area.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/17", "curie": "esdService:17" }, { "identifier": "12", "label": "Nursery school places", "description": "Nursery education is offered to children aged four in community maintained nursery classes and schools and are for two and a half hour sessions per week in term time.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/12", "curie": "esdService:12" }, { "identifier": "13", "label": "Primary school places", "description": "Dealing with requests for places at primary schools from parents of prospective pupils. Allocation of school places according to education authority policy.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/13", "curie": "esdService:13" }, { "identifier": "705", "label": "School admission appeals", "description": "A pupil may appeal for a place at any community school to which they apply and for which they have been refused a place. The responsibility for appeals rests with the local education authority.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/705", "curie": "esdService:705" }, { "identifier": "14", "label": "Secondary school places", "description": "Dealing with requests for places at secondary schools from parents of prospective pupils. Allocation of school places according to education authority policy.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/14", "curie": "esdService:14" } ] }, { "identifier": "94", "label": "Adult education", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/94", "curie": "esdNeed:94", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "27", "label": "Adult education and learning", "description": "Provision of ddult learning opportunities which can increase skills to support learners into work, enable attendees to gain qualifications, help attendees to meet new friends or simply find new hobbies or interests. Courses may be available full time, part time or online.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/27", "curie": "esdService:27" } ] }, { "identifier": "95", "label": "Evening classes", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/95", "curie": "esdNeed:95", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "27", "label": "Adult education and learning", "description": "Provision of ddult learning opportunities which can increase skills to support learners into work, enable attendees to gain qualifications, help attendees to meet new friends or simply find new hobbies or interests. Courses may be available full time, part time or online.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/27", "curie": "esdService:27" }, { "identifier": "1791", "label": "Arts and creative classes", "description": "Creative arts classes enabling local residents the opportunity to discover and/or develop their creative potential", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1791", "curie": "esdService:1791" }, { "identifier": "1789", "label": "Exercise and fitness classes", "description": "Group classes in a range of activities to help local residents keep fit and active", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1789", "curie": "esdService:1789" } ] }, { "identifier": "96", "label": "Digital skills", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/96", "curie": "esdNeed:96", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "27", "label": "Adult education and learning", "description": "Provision of ddult learning opportunities which can increase skills to support learners into work, enable attendees to gain qualifications, help attendees to meet new friends or simply find new hobbies or interests. Courses may be available full time, part time or online.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/27", "curie": "esdService:27" }, { "identifier": "239", "label": "Disabled people - employment and training schemes", "description": "Advice and support on training and employment available to people with physical, sensory or other disabilities. This includes advice on legal issues surrounding employment. The advice may be provided by the local authority or through third party organisations and includes schemes such as 'Supported Employment Schemes'.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/239", "curie": "esdService:239" }, { "identifier": "343", "label": "Employment and training initiatives", "description": "Programmes to promote the development of learning and employment to ensure local people have access to lifelong learning and training opportunities. Provide local people with opportunities through tailored programmes to gain the skills demanded by employers in growth industries and ensure resiments benefit from employment opportunities created within the area. \nIn the UK such programmes delivered in line with national, regional and local priorities include New Deal and Training For Work targeting a range of workless groups including those in receipt of Incapacity Benefit, Income Support or JSA.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/343", "curie": "esdService:343" } ] }, { "identifier": "97", "label": "Special educational needs (SEN)", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/97", "curie": "esdNeed:97", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "642", "label": "Activities for children and young people", "description": "Information about sporting, cultural and social activities in the local area for children and young people. Activities may be available on a drop-in basis or may require a regular commitment.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/642", "curie": "esdService:642" }, { "identifier": "162", "label": "Advocacy for carers", "description": "Advocacy on behalf of carers may include raising awareness of carers issues and helping to keep them on the agenda of all relevant agencies, setting out key values and principles for services to carers in the form of a local Carers Charter and improving the quality and increasing the availability of information to carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/162", "curie": "esdService:162" }, { "identifier": "1765", "label": "Alternative provision of education", "description": "Alternative provision is for pupils who can not attend mainstream school for a variety of reasons, such as school exclusion, behaviour issues, short or long-term illness, school refusal or teenage pregnancy. Alternative provision may be in a special school, a pupil referral unit, alternative learning unit in school or provided by the council or with independent specialist providers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1765", "curie": "esdService:1765" }, { "identifier": "1755", "label": "Carers assessment", "description": "Anyone who is caring for another person for a substantial amount of time has the right to have a carers assessment to identify their needs where either the person they are caring for has refused an assessment or is not receiving help from social care. The assessment is available to both adult carers and young carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1755", "curie": "esdService:1755" }, { "identifier": "53", "label": "Children's centres", "description": "Children's centres are usually open to all parents, carers and children and provide early learning and full day care for pre-school children. They also provide help and advice on child and family health, parenting, money, training and employment to parents and carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/53", "curie": "esdService:53" }, { "identifier": "645", "label": "Complaints advocacy", "description": "Provision of an advocate who can act on behalf of a customer who has made a complaint about one or more services provided by the local authority.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/645", "curie": "esdService:645" }, { "identifier": "1741", "label": "Early Years education", "description": "From the school term after they turn two some children may be eligible for up to 15 hours per week early education or childcare.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1741", "curie": "esdService:1741" }, { "identifier": "8", "label": "Education, health and care (EHC) plan", "description": "An education, health and care (EHC) plan is for children and young people aged up to 25 who need more support than is available through special educational needs support. EHC plans identify educational, health and social needs and set out the additional support to meet those needs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/8", "curie": "esdService:8" }, { "identifier": "1579", "label": "Family information services", "description": "The Family Information Service (FIS) provides information and advice to parents and carers on a wide-range of issues affecting every day family life to families with children and young people aged between 0 and 20 years of age.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1579", "curie": "esdService:1579" }, { "identifier": "1", "label": "Home schooling", "description": "The education authority will arrange to visit a parent thinking about educating their child at home to help them plan the child's education. They will ensure that the child will receive efficient full-time education suitable to their age, ability and any special needs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1", "curie": "esdService:1" }, { "identifier": "241", "label": "Inclusive leisure and social activities", "description": "Providing information and advice about local organisations and clubs that provide leisure and social activities in the area, which are targeted at specific groups of people such as people with disabilities, the elderly, ethnic communities etc..", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/241", "curie": "esdService:241" }, { "identifier": "1772", "label": "Integrated family support", "description": "The integrated family support service aims to make a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable children and families living in the council area. It brings together professionals from various backgrounds to provide intensive support, particularly giving parental support for adults and families. This type of service aims to bring about family lifestyle changes to enhance child welfare and keep families together.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1772", "curie": "esdService:1772" }, { "identifier": "7", "label": "Psychological, psychiatric or social work services in schools", "description": "Educational psychologists, psychiatrists and social workers can offer an assessment, advice and support to parents and teachers where there is a concern about the development, learning or behaviour of children.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/7", "curie": "esdService:7" }, { "identifier": "1766", "label": "Pupil referral unit", "description": "Pupil referral units (PRUs) teach children who are not able to attend school and may not otherwise receive suitable education. This could be because they have a short- or long-term illness, have been excluded or are a new starter waiting for a mainstream school place.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1766", "curie": "esdService:1766" }, { "identifier": "890", "label": "School nursing", "description": "School nurses provide confidential health advice for children and young people, reviewing the health of the school population and working with schools to create an environment that promotes healthy living.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/890", "curie": "esdService:890" }, { "identifier": "1787", "label": "Sensory rooms and activities", "description": "Sensory rooms and facilities where children or adults with a disability or special needs can explore and develop their senses and skills. Features can include: soft play areas, padded floors and walls and interactive equipment.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1787", "curie": "esdService:1787" }, { "identifier": "9", "label": "Special educational needs assessment", "description": "The assessment of special educational needs may be considered when a child has severe or complex educational needs for which additional resources, or alternative provision may be required to meet their needs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/9", "curie": "esdService:9" }, { "identifier": "10", "label": "Special educational needs placement in mainstream school", "description": "The local authority seeks to meet special educational needs in local mainstream schools, or at a school or unit which has additional resources to meet particular needs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/10", "curie": "esdService:10" }, { "identifier": "40", "label": "Special educational needs transport", "description": "The local education authority sometimes provide free home to school transport for a child with special educational needs. Eligibility is based on assessment of individual need.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/40", "curie": "esdService:40" }, { "identifier": "205", "label": "Specialist equipment and support for disabled people", "description": "Advice on purchase and/or loan of specialist equipment or services to help those with physical or sensory disability manage at home. Usually a needs assessment is made in order to determine the equipment which may be required.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/205", "curie": "esdService:205" }, { "identifier": "1788", "label": "Speech, language and communication therapy", "description": "Work with children who have difficulties with speech, language or communication to improve their behaviour and ability to socialise", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1788", "curie": "esdService:1788" }, { "identifier": "643", "label": "Young people's organised activities", "description": "Provision and support of a range of educational services and social activities for children and young people.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/643", "curie": "esdService:643" } ] }, { "identifier": "99", "label": "Nursery education", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/99", "curie": "esdNeed:99", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "53", "label": "Children's centres", "description": "Children's centres are usually open to all parents, carers and children and provide early learning and full day care for pre-school children. They also provide help and advice on child and family health, parenting, money, training and employment to parents and carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/53", "curie": "esdService:53" }, { "identifier": "888", "label": "Early years grant", "description": "Grants to parents of pre-school children to be used to contribute towards a place in a pre-school or nursery. In the UK local authorities provide a grant to parents from the term after their 3rd birthday for a maximum of six terms. Pupils must attend a pre-school, nursery or school which is on the Early Years register in order to be eligible for the grant. Grants are for a minimum of 2.5 hours per day for a maximum of 5 days per week and for between 33 and 38 weeks a year.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/888", "curie": "esdService:888" }, { "identifier": "50", "label": "Nursery education grant", "description": "The Nursery Education Grant (NEG) is funding made available to provide three or four year old children with a free, or grant funded, part-time early education place. All 3 to 4-year-olds in England can get 570 free hours per year. ItÕs usually taken as 15 hours a week for 38 weeks of the year, but parents can choose to take fewer hours over more weeks, for example. Some 3 to 4-year-olds are eligible for 30 hours free childcare a week.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/50", "curie": "esdService:50" }, { "identifier": "12", "label": "Nursery school places", "description": "Nursery education is offered to children aged four in community maintained nursery classes and schools and are for two and a half hour sessions per week in term time.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/12", "curie": "esdService:12" } ] }, { "identifier": "11", "label": "Employment", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/11", "curie": "esdNeed:11", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "1618", "label": "Business centres", "description": "Provision of office and industrial business space for rent to businesses in the local community.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1618", "curie": "esdService:1618" }, { "identifier": "887", "label": "Careers advice", "description": "Help for pupils who are about to leave school to choose a career or a further education/training course.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/887", "curie": "esdService:887" }, { "identifier": "337", "label": "Current vacancies", "description": "Publication of current job vacancies within a local authority.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/337", "curie": "esdService:337" }, { "identifier": "1534", "label": "Employment and support allowance", "description": "The employment and support allowance provides financial help to people who are unable to work because of illness or disability. ESA also provides personalised support to those with illnesses or disabilities who are able to work. The allowance is paid by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1534", "curie": "esdService:1534" }, { "identifier": "343", "label": "Employment and training initiatives", "description": "Programmes to promote the development of learning and employment to ensure local people have access to lifelong learning and training opportunities. Provide local people with opportunities through tailored programmes to gain the skills demanded by employers in growth industries and ensure resiments benefit from employment opportunities created within the area. \nIn the UK such programmes delivered in line with national, regional and local priorities include New Deal and Training For Work targeting a range of workless groups including those in receipt of Incapacity Benefit, Income Support or JSA.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/343", "curie": "esdService:343" }, { "identifier": "846", "label": "Environmental health placements", "description": "To develop a career in Environmental Health you need to undertake an accredited course that is recognised by the Environmental Health Officers Registration Board, together with a 48 week work experience placement. Local authorities may run appropriate courses and offer placements to students.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/846", "curie": "esdService:846" }, { "identifier": "344", "label": "Equal opportunities advice", "description": "Publication of equal opportunities policy and provision of advice/information on equal opportunities to employers and employees in the area.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/344", "curie": "esdService:344" }, { "identifier": "1545", "label": "Jobseekers allowance", "description": "Local authorities may provide information about Jobseekers Allowance (JSA). JSA is a benefit available for people of working age who are out of work. JSA may be available if a person is out of work or working less than 16 hours a week on average. To be eligible any applicant must be capable of working, available for work, actively seeking work and below state pension age.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1545", "curie": "esdService:1545" }, { "identifier": "638", "label": "Sports employment", "description": "Publication of the councils' policy on training and employment within the sports and leisure service. Advertising of current vacancies and providing advice and information to those seeking employment in sport and leisure in the local area.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/638", "curie": "esdService:638" } ] }, { "identifier": "27", "label": "Better health", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/27", "curie": "esdNeed:27", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "727", "label": "Alcohol advice and support", "description": "This service provides counselling advice and support for people affected by alcohol abuse/dependency.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/727", "curie": "esdService:727" }, { "identifier": "1749", "label": "Contraception", "description": "Advice and information about contraception and access to emergency contraception services.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1749", "curie": "esdService:1749" }, { "identifier": "730", "label": "Drugs advice and support", "description": "This service offers confidential help and support to people affected by abuse of both illegal drugs and prescribed drugs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/730", "curie": "esdService:730" }, { "identifier": "1789", "label": "Exercise and fitness classes", "description": "Group classes in a range of activities to help local residents keep fit and active", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1789", "curie": "esdService:1789" }, { "identifier": "199", "label": "Health advice", "description": "Advice and information on health issues of concern to individuals and the community. Providing advice on how to live active and healthy lives for all members of the community. The local authority may work with other agencies (health services) and organisations to provide this service.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/199", "curie": "esdService:199" }, { "identifier": "1747", "label": "Health checks", "description": "Free health checks are provided to anyone eligible between the ages of 40 and 74 tro enable them to take steps to maintain or improve their health.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1747", "curie": "esdService:1747" }, { "identifier": "202", "label": "HIV / AIDS support for adults", "description": "This service provides a confidential service, counselling and emotional support, financial advice and practical advice to people diagnosed with HIV.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/202", "curie": "esdService:202" }, { "identifier": "833", "label": "Leaving hospital", "description": "A range of assistance for someone discharged from hospital who may need help to live at home. Usually a worker will visit the patient in hospital to discuss their needs prior to discharge and will then visit again once the patient is home to see that services arranged are enabling them to live safely at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/833", "curie": "esdService:833" }, { "identifier": "1284", "label": "Mental health support", "description": "Services and advice for people who have, or who are at risk of, mental health problems, together with their families or carers. The aim is to provide support which can prevent or treat mental illness and enable service users to live independently in the community.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1284", "curie": "esdService:1284" }, { "identifier": "927", "label": "Midwifery and maternity services", "description": "Midwifery and maternity offer services to families within children's centres and local health centres to provide services to families in locations close to their home. Midwifery and health visiting teams provide essential support throughout every stage of pregnancy and through the early years.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/927", "curie": "esdService:927" }, { "identifier": "336", "label": "Municipal golf courses", "description": "Golf courses which are owned and run by the local authority. Members of the public are usually able to 'pay and play' on these courses or to book tee times in advance. Municipal golf courses may also have their own membership schemes and tee times reserved for members.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/336", "curie": "esdService:336" }, { "identifier": "718", "label": "Occupational health services", "description": "The council has a legal duty to ensure that work premises are safe for employees and visitors to them and that accidents are prevented wherever possible.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/718", "curie": "esdService:718" }, { "identifier": "180", "label": "Occupational therapy", "description": "Occupational therapy aims to help those with physical disabilities to achieve an optimum level of functions and mobility. This may include arranging for walking aids or other equipment or referring clients to other agencies that can also assist. The authority usually works with local health providers to assess need and provide appropriate support.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/180", "curie": "esdService:180" }, { "identifier": "1793", "label": "Outdoor activities", "description": "Organised group outdoor activities encouraging local residents to keep active. Groups may be restricted by age or ability for some activities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1793", "curie": "esdService:1793" }, { "identifier": "731", "label": "Safeguarding vulnerable adults", "description": "The adult protection procedure aims to provide a system that a range of organisations or individuals can use to report and respond to situations where it is suspected, alleged or known that a vulnerable adult has been abused", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/731", "curie": "esdService:731" }, { "identifier": "641", "label": "Sports clubs and groups", "description": "A directory of local sports clubs and organisations which provide sporting facilities and tuition to local residents.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/641", "curie": "esdService:641" }, { "identifier": "451", "label": "Sports facilities", "description": "Information about sports facilities available in the local area for use by individuals or groups. This will include location, types of facility, opening times, booking conditions etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/451", "curie": "esdService:451" }, { "identifier": "1746", "label": "Stopping smoking", "description": "Information, advice and help to assist local residents who smoke to stop smoking.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1746", "curie": "esdService:1746" }, { "identifier": "1674", "label": "Swimming pools and water based activities", "description": "Activities, facilties and training courses provided at public swimming pools, local lakes and waterways. There may be charges for the use of the facilities and set conditions on their use to ensure public safety. Local groups such as schools and clubs may be able to have exclusive use of the facilities at agreed times.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1674", "curie": "esdService:1674" } ] }, { "identifier": "36", "label": "Improving mental health", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/36", "curie": "esdNeed:36", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "163", "label": "Counselling", "description": "Counselling services for individuals who have been identified as having particular needs to help sort through personal difficulties. These services may not be provided by the local authority but the authority may provide information on their availability.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/163", "curie": "esdService:163" }, { "identifier": "241", "label": "Inclusive leisure and social activities", "description": "Providing information and advice about local organisations and clubs that provide leisure and social activities in the area, which are targeted at specific groups of people such as people with disabilities, the elderly, ethnic communities etc..", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/241", "curie": "esdService:241" }, { "identifier": "1284", "label": "Mental health support", "description": "Services and advice for people who have, or who are at risk of, mental health problems, together with their families or carers. The aim is to provide support which can prevent or treat mental illness and enable service users to live independently in the community.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1284", "curie": "esdService:1284" }, { "identifier": "164", "label": "Protection from harm", "description": "Advice and support to those who feel that they are at risk of harm or a re being harrassed at home, in the workplace, in public, at school. Depending on the nature of the threat or harrassment and the age of the victim this may involve other authorities such as the police, legal services, education services, child protection agencies etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/164", "curie": "esdService:164" }, { "identifier": "7", "label": "Psychological, psychiatric or social work services in schools", "description": "Educational psychologists, psychiatrists and social workers can offer an assessment, advice and support to parents and teachers where there is a concern about the development, learning or behaviour of children.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/7", "curie": "esdService:7" }, { "identifier": "731", "label": "Safeguarding vulnerable adults", "description": "The adult protection procedure aims to provide a system that a range of organisations or individuals can use to report and respond to situations where it is suspected, alleged or known that a vulnerable adult has been abused", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/731", "curie": "esdService:731" }, { "identifier": "1794", "label": "Skills for living", "description": "Helping individuals with learning difficulties and/or disabilities to learn skills that support independent living and developing skills for work. Courses aim to equip learners with the skills to be able to manage tasks more independently, both at home and in the community. These include such topics as personal health and hygiene, personal and social development, and cooking", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1794", "curie": "esdService:1794" } ] }, { "identifier": "33", "label": "Nursing care", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/33", "curie": "esdNeed:33", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "293", "label": "Adult hospice care", "description": "Provision of information about hospices in the area for terminally ill people and their carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/293", "curie": "esdService:293" }, { "identifier": "292", "label": "Adult residential care", "description": "Residential or nursing home for elderly people and people with disabilities who are unable to manage at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/292", "curie": "esdService:292" }, { "identifier": "264", "label": "Hospice care for children and young people", "description": "Children's hospices provide respite and terminal care for children suffering from life-limiting conditions in a home-from-home environment. Care is provided for the child and their family at no cost to them for as long as is necessary, including post bereavement support.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/264", "curie": "esdService:264" }, { "identifier": "833", "label": "Leaving hospital", "description": "A range of assistance for someone discharged from hospital who may need help to live at home. Usually a worker will visit the patient in hospital to discuss their needs prior to discharge and will then visit again once the patient is home to see that services arranged are enabling them to live safely at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/833", "curie": "esdService:833" }, { "identifier": "263", "label": "Residential care for children and young people", "description": "Provision of residential accommodation for children and young people who cannot live with their natural families. Prior to a placement in residential accommodation there will be assessment of need undertaken in conjunction with the young person (and their family if appropriate), social workers and residential staff.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/263", "curie": "esdService:263" } ] }, { "identifier": "34", "label": "Dealing with chronic illness", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/34", "curie": "esdNeed:34", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "293", "label": "Adult hospice care", "description": "Provision of information about hospices in the area for terminally ill people and their carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/293", "curie": "esdService:293" }, { "identifier": "292", "label": "Adult residential care", "description": "Residential or nursing home for elderly people and people with disabilities who are unable to manage at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/292", "curie": "esdService:292" }, { "identifier": "242", "label": "Care at home", "description": "Care in your own home is offered to people who require assistance with personal care such as washing or dressing, or other practical daily tasks such as help with domestic chores like cooking and cleaning, or in some instances, help in managing finances.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/242", "curie": "esdService:242" }, { "identifier": "313", "label": "Community alarms and Telecare", "description": "The community alarm service provides peace of mind for people who feel at risk in their own homes. It is a 24 hour 365 day monitoring service which works via a special alarm unit connected to the telephone line. \nIn the UK Telecare provides support to people in their own homes with the help of technology and community response services, allowing them to live more safely and independently. The equipment available is designed to assist a wide range of people, including older people, people with disabilities and carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/313", "curie": "esdService:313" }, { "identifier": "1747", "label": "Health checks", "description": "Free health checks are provided to anyone eligible between the ages of 40 and 74 tro enable them to take steps to maintain or improve their health.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1747", "curie": "esdService:1747" }, { "identifier": "178", "label": "Home adaptations and aids", "description": "If a client is visually impaired, hard of hearing or has other disabilities for which he/she may need special equipment or adaptations to his/her home the local authority will provide such equipment which will assist in overcoming difficulties subject to an assessment of personal needs to determine eligibility.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/178", "curie": "esdService:178" }, { "identifier": "271", "label": "Incontinence laundry service", "description": "People suffering from incontinence may be eligible for a laundry service.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/271", "curie": "esdService:271" }, { "identifier": "833", "label": "Leaving hospital", "description": "A range of assistance for someone discharged from hospital who may need help to live at home. Usually a worker will visit the patient in hospital to discuss their needs prior to discharge and will then visit again once the patient is home to see that services arranged are enabling them to live safely at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/833", "curie": "esdService:833" }, { "identifier": "1284", "label": "Mental health support", "description": "Services and advice for people who have, or who are at risk of, mental health problems, together with their families or carers. The aim is to provide support which can prevent or treat mental illness and enable service users to live independently in the community.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1284", "curie": "esdService:1284" }, { "identifier": "315", "label": "Mobile meals", "description": "The Mobile Meals service delivers meals to older or vulnerable people in their own homes on a short or long term basis according to need.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/315", "curie": "esdService:315" }, { "identifier": "107", "label": "Sheltered and supported housing", "description": "Sheltered accommodation and supported housing are types of accommodation for older people or people with a disability, which include relevant care and support services. SSheltered housing is available for older people who wish to remain independent, but have help available should they need it. Supported housing is usually for people with disabilities who need housing-related or care-related support. The council carry out an assessment of applicants and maintain a waiting list until suitable properties become available.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/107", "curie": "esdService:107" } ] }, { "identifier": "38", "label": "Language/cultural support", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/38", "curie": "esdNeed:38", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "77", "label": "Asylum seekers and refugee support", "description": "Provision of temporary accommodation, meals and other advice and support for asylum seekers waiting for an application for refugee status to be assessed by the government and for refugees.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/77", "curie": "esdService:77" }, { "identifier": "852", "label": "Citizenship ceremonies", "description": "Ceremonies organised for individuals who have been granted citizenship. Attendance at the ceremony is the final step in the citizenship process and applicants for citizenship are required to attend to complete their application. Ceremonies are typically held at regular intervals and may be for groups of new citizens or for individuals.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/852", "curie": "esdService:852" }, { "identifier": "895", "label": "Citizenship education", "description": "Providing pupils with the knowledge, understanding and skills which prepare them to play an active role as citizens. Ensuring that pupils have a clear understanding of their roles, rights and responsibilities in relation to their local, national and international communities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/895", "curie": "esdService:895" }, { "identifier": "169", "label": "Translation and interpreting", "description": "The local authority provides interpreting and translation services to people who need help because the national language is not their first language and also sign language interpreting to deaf people.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/169", "curie": "esdService:169" }, { "identifier": "737", "label": "Traveller children support", "description": "The traveller service has teachers and home or school support staff who can help with attendance issues and supporting gypsy or traveller children whilst they are in schools.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/737", "curie": "esdService:737" } ] }, { "identifier": "42", "label": "Housing support", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/42", "curie": "esdNeed:42", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "650", "label": "Accommodation certificates", "description": "The certificate shows that a property is considered to provide a safe and healthy environment for the occupants and that the property satisfies overcrowding standards. Anyone requiring a visa application to enter and to reside in the UK with relatives, on a permanent or semi-permanent basis, will need the certificate.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/650", "curie": "esdService:650" }, { "identifier": "122", "label": "Communal heating charge", "description": "Communal heating charges for council properties are divided among all residents on an estate, the proportion is added to their rent account.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/122", "curie": "esdService:122" }, { "identifier": "913", "label": "Empty residential properties", "description": "Empty residential properties are a target for squatters, vandals and burglars. They could be used to provide homes for the many people who need one. Councils will act on reports of empty properties and may provide grants for renovation and/or rental schemes to encourage owners to make use of empty properties.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/913", "curie": "esdService:913" }, { "identifier": "119", "label": "Former tenant arrears", "description": "When a person leaves a council tenancy they become known as a 'former or late tenant'. If there are arrears at the end of the tenancy the Council will continue to pursue these. The council will discuss repayment terms with the tenant and could, if payment is not made, summons the former tenant to Court to get an Order for payment.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/119", "curie": "esdService:119" }, { "identifier": "115", "label": "Garage lettings", "description": "Garages may be available for rent to council tenants, leaseholders and private tenants and a waiting list is usually maintained for these. The authority will process applications and issue rental agreements which usually include restrictions on the use of the garage. The Council is generally responsible for making structural repairs to its property, which includes garage blocks. Where the damage has been caused by the leaseholder they may be asked to pay for the repairs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/115", "curie": "esdService:115" }, { "identifier": "123", "label": "Home contents insurance", "description": "Local authorities are responsible for insurance of residential council properties but do not insure tenants personal belongings, household goods and contents. However, they may offer comprehensive insurance cover for contents which is exclusively available to tenants. Tenants are advised to take out home contents insurance.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/123", "curie": "esdService:123" }, { "identifier": "112", "label": "Homelessness support", "description": "This service provides information and advice about housing to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. They may be offered temporary accommodation or permanent home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/112", "curie": "esdService:112" }, { "identifier": "1714", "label": "Hostels and emergency accommodation", "description": "Provision of hostels or other temporary accommodation for people who would otherwise be homeless.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1714", "curie": "esdService:1714" }, { "identifier": "912", "label": "House clearance and re-housing", "description": "Where a property is unfit to live in the LA may decide to demolish it and redevelop the site (which may mean the clearance of neighbouring property). The council will usually offer the owners the market value of the property and repay expenses associated with moving plus possible compensation. Where the property is rented tenants will be given priority for re-housing in a council property.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/912", "curie": "esdService:912" }, { "identifier": "87", "label": "Housing association nomination and registration", "description": "Housing Associations are 'Registered Social Landlords' not private landlords. They provide housing in a very similar way to the Council and are non-profit making. People on the local authority transfer list or housing register may be offered a Housing Association property instead of a Council home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/87", "curie": "esdService:87" }, { "identifier": "120", "label": "Housing rent", "description": "Every council tenant must pay rent for their property. Rent is usually payable weekly and may include other regular or service charges associated with the property. The local authority will help tenants to claim any available assistance with paying their rent.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/120", "curie": "esdService:120" }, { "identifier": "148", "label": "Housing rent setting", "description": "The local authority is responsible for setting the level of rent based on how much it needs to spend on services for its tenants. Rent setting must comply with the Regulator of Social Housing's Rent Standard. Rents should be published giving reasonable notice of any changes (usually at least one month).", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/148", "curie": "esdService:148" }, { "identifier": "1771", "label": "Housing service charges", "description": "Service charges are payments towards the costs of providing and maintaining services for accommodation where the council is the freeholder. As the freeholder, the council is responsible for maintaining the structure of the whole building and the communal areas such as halls and stairways. Service charges may apply for day to day maintenance, caretaking and cleaning, repairs and improvements and a variety of other similar services.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1771", "curie": "esdService:1771" }, { "identifier": "91", "label": "Housing tenant support", "description": "As well as officers taking repair reports, collecting rents and other payments, managing rent arrears and dealing with breaches of the tenancy agreement; local estate staff can also help and advise on a number of other issues including moving, adaptations and other tenancy issues", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/91", "curie": "esdService:91" }, { "identifier": "1142", "label": "Maintenance and safety of communal areas", "description": "Councils provide maintenance services to residents of low-rise and high-rise council flats to ensure the buildings are safe at all times. These services include repair and maintenance, and the cleaning of communal areas such as lifts and hallways.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1142", "curie": "esdService:1142" }, { "identifier": "665", "label": "New tenant support", "description": "The aim of the service is to provide support to new tenants. A support worker may be assigned to each individual who will work towards helping the tenant to live independently.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/665", "curie": "esdService:665" }, { "identifier": "157", "label": "Property deeds", "description": "The local authority does not retain the deeds where a property has been sold under the right to buy scheme it will be retained by the leaseholders mortgage or loan lender.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/157", "curie": "esdService:157" }, { "identifier": "92", "label": "Registering for a council property", "description": "The local authority processes applications to go on the housing register and allocates points to prospective tenants according to their current circumstances. The criteria under which an authority are likely to accept/reject applications to go on the register are published together with information on the application procedure.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/92", "curie": "esdService:92" }, { "identifier": "116", "label": "Rent arrears", "description": "The local authority deals with tenants who are in rent arrears by arranging mutual repayment of arrears by instalments. If the arrears continue to rise the local authority may take action to seek possession of the property.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/116", "curie": "esdService:116" }, { "identifier": "107", "label": "Sheltered and supported housing", "description": "Sheltered accommodation and supported housing are types of accommodation for older people or people with a disability, which include relevant care and support services. SSheltered housing is available for older people who wish to remain independent, but have help available should they need it. Supported housing is usually for people with disabilities who need housing-related or care-related support. The council carry out an assessment of applicants and maintain a waiting list until suitable properties become available.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/107", "curie": "esdService:107" }, { "identifier": "1012", "label": "Tenant participation", "description": "Tenant participation is the full involvement of tenants in how their homes and estates are managed, with the aim of improving housing services and improving the quality of life in local communities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1012", "curie": "esdService:1012" }, { "identifier": "101", "label": "Unauthorised house occupants", "description": "The local authority deals with squatters and unauthorised occupants in council property and will take action against a person who is squatting or who has unauthorised occupants in empty properties.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/101", "curie": "esdService:101" } ] }, { "identifier": "48", "label": "Access to advocacy", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/48", "curie": "esdNeed:48", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "162", "label": "Advocacy for carers", "description": "Advocacy on behalf of carers may include raising awareness of carers issues and helping to keep them on the agenda of all relevant agencies, setting out key values and principles for services to carers in the form of a local Carers Charter and improving the quality and increasing the availability of information to carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/162", "curie": "esdService:162" }, { "identifier": "728", "label": "Advocacy for social care clients", "description": "Providing access to someone who can advocate on behalf of a social services client to ensure that they receive equal rights by writing letters, making phone calls, liaising with relevant agencies etc. on the clients behalf.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/728", "curie": "esdService:728" }, { "identifier": "645", "label": "Complaints advocacy", "description": "Provision of an advocate who can act on behalf of a customer who has made a complaint about one or more services provided by the local authority.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/645", "curie": "esdService:645" }, { "identifier": "163", "label": "Counselling", "description": "Counselling services for individuals who have been identified as having particular needs to help sort through personal difficulties. These services may not be provided by the local authority but the authority may provide information on their availability.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/163", "curie": "esdService:163" }, { "identifier": "169", "label": "Translation and interpreting", "description": "The local authority provides interpreting and translation services to people who need help because the national language is not their first language and also sign language interpreting to deaf people.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/169", "curie": "esdService:169" } ] }, { "identifier": "5", "label": "Equality", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/5", "curie": "esdNeed:5", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "861", "label": "Equality and diversity", "description": "The LA is responsible for ensuring that equality and diversity is considered at all times both in employment policy and in the provision of services. Every authority should assess, and consult on, the impact of policy in relation to equality and diversity within their community", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/861", "curie": "esdService:861" } ] }, { "identifier": "54", "label": "Training and skills", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/54", "curie": "esdNeed:54", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "27", "label": "Adult education and learning", "description": "Provision of ddult learning opportunities which can increase skills to support learners into work, enable attendees to gain qualifications, help attendees to meet new friends or simply find new hobbies or interests. Courses may be available full time, part time or online.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/27", "curie": "esdService:27" }, { "identifier": "239", "label": "Disabled people - employment and training schemes", "description": "Advice and support on training and employment available to people with physical, sensory or other disabilities. This includes advice on legal issues surrounding employment. The advice may be provided by the local authority or through third party organisations and includes schemes such as 'Supported Employment Schemes'.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/239", "curie": "esdService:239" }, { "identifier": "343", "label": "Employment and training initiatives", "description": "Programmes to promote the development of learning and employment to ensure local people have access to lifelong learning and training opportunities. Provide local people with opportunities through tailored programmes to gain the skills demanded by employers in growth industries and ensure resiments benefit from employment opportunities created within the area. \nIn the UK such programmes delivered in line with national, regional and local priorities include New Deal and Training For Work targeting a range of workless groups including those in receipt of Incapacity Benefit, Income Support or JSA.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/343", "curie": "esdService:343" }, { "identifier": "1394", "label": "Support when leaving education", "description": "Assistance to young people who have left education but are not in employment. Schemes may provide financial assistance or training and other support to help them find a job.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1394", "curie": "esdService:1394" } ] }, { "identifier": "117", "label": "Accessible transport", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/117", "curie": "esdNeed:117", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "280", "label": "Bus passes for disabled or older people", "description": "A bus pass (or other travel concession) is available to local citizens if they are aged 60 and over, they are physically disabled, they have a learning difficulty or they would be refused a driving licence. Eligibility is automatic if the applicant is already in receipt of other services as a result of their age/disability.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/280", "curie": "esdService:280" }, { "identifier": "272", "label": "Community and accessible transport", "description": "Provision of transport for members of the community who do not have full mobility and therefore do not have suitable conventional public transport services available for their travel needs. Includes schemes such as 'dial-a-ride', shopmobility, community bus and car schemes and taxis or mini-cabs which can be privately ordered.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/272", "curie": "esdService:272" }, { "identifier": "901", "label": "Demand responsive transport", "description": "Provision of on demand transport services for local citizens usually available in areas not covered by main public transport routes.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/901", "curie": "esdService:901" }, { "identifier": "275", "label": "Disabled taxi card", "description": "The taxi card scheme allows people with serious mobility impairment who find it difficult to use buses or trains to travel in a black taxi at subsidised rates. To qualify applicants must have a long term or permanent illness or disability, which prevents them from using or significantly limits their use of public transport.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/275", "curie": "esdService:275" }, { "identifier": "276", "label": "Motability scheme", "description": "The Motability scheme provides disabled people with safe, reliable and affordable personal transport through a contract or hire purchase arrangement. Cars account for 99% of the scheme's activities, with powered wheelchairs and scooters making up the balance.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/276", "curie": "esdService:276" }, { "identifier": "221", "label": "Rail cards for disabled or older people", "description": "A rail card (or other travel concession) is available to local citizens if they are aged 60 and over, they are physically disabled or they have a learning difficulty. Eligibility for a rail card or a combined travel concession card will need to be assessed. Depending on the degree of need the rail card may offer either free travel or travel at a reduced rate.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/221", "curie": "esdService:221" } ] }, { "identifier": "60", "label": "Child protection", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/60", "curie": "esdNeed:60", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "1769", "label": "Care order", "description": "A care order gives the local authority overriding parental responsibility for a child. Where childrens services decide that the child cannot return to live with their birth parents and they need to secure a long term living option for the child the authority can apply to the court for a care order.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1769", "curie": "esdService:1769" }, { "identifier": "1723", "label": "Care plan", "description": "Care plans set out what services and other help will be provided to a looked after child and their family. The Care Plan will say what the council and other agencies will do to meet the childs needs around health, education, religion, culture and hobbies and sets out the longer term plan for the child's future.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1723", "curie": "esdService:1723" }, { "identifier": "1780", "label": "Child assessment order", "description": "The council can apply for a child assessment order where they consider that a child may be vulnerable and potentially at risk or suffering from physical, emotional or sexual abuse.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1780", "curie": "esdService:1780" }, { "identifier": "1726", "label": "Child employment registration", "description": "When a child of compulsory school age is employed to work after school, at weekends or during school holidays, the law states that they must be registered for work with their local authority, who will issue a work permit. - See more at: http://www.devon.gov.uk/child_employment", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1726", "curie": "esdService:1726" }, { "identifier": "1676", "label": "Child poverty needs assessment", "description": "A child poverty needs assessment is carried out by a council to identify the causes of child poverty and the outcomes for children living in poverty in the council area. It helps to build an understanding of the experiences of families living in poverty and how it relates to risk factors and outcomes.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1676", "curie": "esdService:1676" }, { "identifier": "266", "label": "Child protection", "description": "The child protection scheme takes measures to safeguard vulnerable children and young people at risk or suffering from physical, emotional or sexual abuse. This involves investigating reports of suspected abuse and where appropriate applying for a Child Assessment Order, Care Order, Supervision Order or Emergency Protection Order.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/266", "curie": "esdService:266" }, { "identifier": "310", "label": "Child protection orders", "description": "The local authority can apply for an emergency protection order of 8 to 15 days to safeguard a child who may be in danger living at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/310", "curie": "esdService:310" } ] }, { "identifier": "120", "label": "Travel pass or permit", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/120", "curie": "esdNeed:120", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "280", "label": "Bus passes for disabled or older people", "description": "A bus pass (or other travel concession) is available to local citizens if they are aged 60 and over, they are physically disabled, they have a learning difficulty or they would be refused a driving licence. Eligibility is automatic if the applicant is already in receipt of other services as a result of their age/disability.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/280", "curie": "esdService:280" }, { "identifier": "279", "label": "Disabled parking permits", "description": "Blue parking badges allow cars carrying people who are registered blind or people who have severe walking difficulties to be parked near shops, stations and other facilities. Blue Badges can only be issued to people who meet the eligibility criteria, not to relatives or carers. They can be used in any car the badge holder is driving or is a passenger in.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/279", "curie": "esdService:279" }, { "identifier": "275", "label": "Disabled taxi card", "description": "The taxi card scheme allows people with serious mobility impairment who find it difficult to use buses or trains to travel in a black taxi at subsidised rates. To qualify applicants must have a long term or permanent illness or disability, which prevents them from using or significantly limits their use of public transport.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/275", "curie": "esdService:275" }, { "identifier": "907", "label": "Transport tickets and passes", "description": "Provision of information on and sales of the different types of tickets and passes available for public transport in the local area", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/907", "curie": "esdService:907" } ] }, { "identifier": "67", "label": "Sports and physical activity", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/67", "curie": "esdNeed:67", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "642", "label": "Activities for children and young people", "description": "Information about sporting, cultural and social activities in the local area for children and young people. Activities may be available on a drop-in basis or may require a regular commitment.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/642", "curie": "esdService:642" }, { "identifier": "640", "label": "Activities for older people", "description": "Provision of leisure activities for older people within the community. This may include cultural, sporting and other organised social activities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/640", "curie": "esdService:640" }, { "identifier": "1789", "label": "Exercise and fitness classes", "description": "Group classes in a range of activities to help local residents keep fit and active", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1789", "curie": "esdService:1789" }, { "identifier": "465", "label": "Fishing", "description": "Provision of information on local fishing areas, seasons and how to obtain permission to fish", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/465", "curie": "esdService:465" }, { "identifier": "241", "label": "Inclusive leisure and social activities", "description": "Providing information and advice about local organisations and clubs that provide leisure and social activities in the area, which are targeted at specific groups of people such as people with disabilities, the elderly, ethnic communities etc..", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/241", "curie": "esdService:241" }, { "identifier": "456", "label": "Leisure passes", "description": "Passes which give access to leisure facilities such as swimming pools, gymnasiums, sports halls run by the local authority. The pass entitles the holder to use the facilities, usually at a reduced charge and to book facilities where available. The pass may be issued free of charge or at a concessionary rate to those meeting certain eligibility criteria (disabled, on benefits etc.)", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/456", "curie": "esdService:456" }, { "identifier": "336", "label": "Municipal golf courses", "description": "Golf courses which are owned and run by the local authority. Members of the public are usually able to 'pay and play' on these courses or to book tee times in advance. Municipal golf courses may also have their own membership schemes and tee times reserved for members.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/336", "curie": "esdService:336" }, { "identifier": "1793", "label": "Outdoor activities", "description": "Organised group outdoor activities encouraging local residents to keep active. Groups may be restricted by age or ability for some activities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1793", "curie": "esdService:1793" }, { "identifier": "1081", "label": "Outdoor activity centres", "description": "Provision of outdoor activity centres for use by schools or other groups.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1081", "curie": "esdService:1081" }, { "identifier": "455", "label": "Sporting club grants", "description": "The council may offer grants to clubs who can demonstrate a commitment to developing sporting opportunities for young people. Grants will be issued subject to the club meeting conditions laid down by the authority which may vary according to the nature of the club and the purpose of the grant.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/455", "curie": "esdService:455" }, { "identifier": "641", "label": "Sports clubs and groups", "description": "A directory of local sports clubs and organisations which provide sporting facilities and tuition to local residents.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/641", "curie": "esdService:641" }, { "identifier": "885", "label": "Sports development", "description": "Local authorities work closely with local, regional and national partners to create equitable and sustainable opportunities for sports participation at every level.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/885", "curie": "esdService:885" }, { "identifier": "881", "label": "Sports equipment hire", "description": "Provision of sports equipment which can be hired by participants at council operated sports facilities e.g. racquet hire, golf club hire etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/881", "curie": "esdService:881" }, { "identifier": "451", "label": "Sports facilities", "description": "Information about sports facilities available in the local area for use by individuals or groups. This will include location, types of facility, opening times, booking conditions etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/451", "curie": "esdService:451" }, { "identifier": "639", "label": "Sports grants", "description": "The sport grants scheme provides financial assistance towards the cost of sporting facilities and equipment. Grants may be available to sports clubs, community groups and individuals. Advice may also be given on other sources of sports funding (lottery, national sports organisations etc.)", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/639", "curie": "esdService:639" }, { "identifier": "1674", "label": "Swimming pools and water based activities", "description": "Activities, facilties and training courses provided at public swimming pools, local lakes and waterways. There may be charges for the use of the facilities and set conditions on their use to ensure public safety. Local groups such as schools and clubs may be able to have exclusive use of the facilities at agreed times.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1674", "curie": "esdService:1674" }, { "identifier": "643", "label": "Young people's organised activities", "description": "Provision and support of a range of educational services and social activities for children and young people.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/643", "curie": "esdService:643" } ] }, { "identifier": "68", "label": "Open spaces", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/68", "curie": "esdNeed:68", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "760", "label": "Coastal events", "description": "Provision of information and advice on events which may be ongoing or planned on waterways, in port/harbour areas or in coastal locations within the authority area.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/760", "curie": "esdService:760" }, { "identifier": "649", "label": "Common land and village greens", "description": "The local authority is responsible for maintaining a register of common land and village greens within its boundaries.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/649", "curie": "esdService:649" }, { "identifier": "746", "label": "Community farms", "description": "Farms and smallholdings managed by the local authority on behalf of the community. Community farms provide an opportunity for children to learn about where food comes from and witness the hustle and bustle and all the elements of a working countryside farm within an urban setting.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/746", "curie": "esdService:746" }, { "identifier": "745", "label": "Countryside conservation", "description": "Advice, education and volunteer opportunities related to the protection and enhancement of the local natural environment and wildlife. Grants may also be provided to develop areas of the countryside for public use and education.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/745", "curie": "esdService:745" }, { "identifier": "468", "label": "Countryside events", "description": "Provision of information on countryside events that have or will take place in the local area. Events may be run by the local authority, local volunteer groups or other organisations (e.g. national trust, national parks).", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/468", "curie": "esdService:468" }, { "identifier": "466", "label": "Countryside facilities", "description": "Providing information about the facilities available in the local countryside and how to enjoy them", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/466", "curie": "esdService:466" }, { "identifier": "702", "label": "Countryside management", "description": "Countryside Management Projects care for the countryside through practical action. They rely on the active involvement of local communities - enabling people to play a vital part in looking after their local environment. Countryside Management focuses on nature conservation, access and informal recreation issues.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/702", "curie": "esdService:702" }, { "identifier": "469", "label": "Countryside visitor centres", "description": "Countryside visitor centres may provide facilities for the public to learn about the local area by means of exhibitions, talks and guided walks etc. Visitor centres may also provide refreshments and toilet facilities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/469", "curie": "esdService:469" }, { "identifier": "495", "label": "Environmental policy", "description": "The local authority is committed to sustainable development through its local UN agenda 21 process in which it continuously improves its services, policies and practices to contribute to a better quality of life. \nIn the UK Agenda 21 covers social progress, environmental protection, use of natural resources and economic growth.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/495", "curie": "esdService:495" }, { "identifier": "751", "label": "Field study centres", "description": "Educational Study Centres or Field Centres which provide courses for schools and/or members of the public on topics related to the local environment, countryside and wildlife. Some Study Centres may provide residential accommodation for the duration of a course.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/751", "curie": "esdService:751" }, { "identifier": "748", "label": "Forest and woodland management", "description": "Advice and information on trees, woodland and tree-related issues to local organisations and the public. Where woodland/forests are on council owned land the local authority has a responsibility to maintain them in a way which is beneficial to the local environment and ensures public safety.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/748", "curie": "esdService:748" }, { "identifier": "464", "label": "Grazing land", "description": "Open land owned by the local authority which may be used by the public for grazing animals. The precise use of the land (e.g. for horses, cattle etc.) may differ according to location and the local authority may issue grazing permits to limit the number of animals on the land.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/464", "curie": "esdService:464" }, { "identifier": "1540", "label": "Nature reserves", "description": "Local nature reserves where wildlife is protected. Nature reserves are usually open to the public but may have restrictions at certain times or under other conditions (no bicycles, dogs etc.) to protect the wildlife", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1540", "curie": "esdService:1540" }, { "identifier": "1118", "label": "Open access land", "description": "Some areas of the countryside, whether publicly or privately owned, may be designated as 'access land' which is open to the public for leisure activities. In England and Wales access authorities have been appointed to manage the opening-up of Access Land to the public. The Access Authority is responsible for identifying potential areas of Access Land and enforcing the opening of these areas; it is also responsible for improving and maintaining access to Access Land, e.g. by installing new gates or causing obstructions to be removed. In National Parks, the Access Authority is the relevant National Park Authority; elsewhere, it is the local highway authority. The Countryside Agency is responsible for maintaining the definitive map of Access Land.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1118", "curie": "esdService:1118" }, { "identifier": "1793", "label": "Outdoor activities", "description": "Organised group outdoor activities encouraging local residents to keep active. Groups may be restricted by age or ability for some activities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1793", "curie": "esdService:1793" }, { "identifier": "463", "label": "Outdoor events", "description": "Events and outdoor activities in local parks and public open spaces may be organised by the council. These may be available to local residents, schools or other organisations and are aimed at promoting the facilities of the local area and providing education and enjoyment for all.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/463", "curie": "esdService:463" }, { "identifier": "670", "label": "Outdoor play facilities", "description": "Local play facilities such as playgrounds, outdoor play areas, cycle tracks, skateboard parks and others which cater for children and young people.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/670", "curie": "esdService:670" }, { "identifier": "669", "label": "Parks and open space landscaping", "description": "Design and maintenance of cultivated areas, open areas and woodland in public parks and open spaces", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/669", "curie": "esdService:669" }, { "identifier": "709", "label": "Parks and open space maintenance and landscaping", "description": "Established standards of horticultural landscaping and maintenance for local parks and open spaces. This includes grass cutting, shrub/flower beds, sports pitches, weed control etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/709", "curie": "esdService:709" }, { "identifier": "461", "label": "Parks and open spaces", "description": "Information about parks in the local area including location, facilities, opening times, events etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/461", "curie": "esdService:461" }, { "identifier": "1724", "label": "Smallholdings", "description": "Provision of land which may be used for agriculture or to keep livestock providing opportunities for persons with sufficient experience to be farmers on their own account. There are restrictions on the number of people who can be employed on a smallholding.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1724", "curie": "esdService:1724" } ] }, { "identifier": "71", "label": "Community facilities", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/71", "curie": "esdNeed:71", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "642", "label": "Activities for children and young people", "description": "Information about sporting, cultural and social activities in the local area for children and young people. Activities may be available on a drop-in basis or may require a regular commitment.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/642", "curie": "esdService:642" }, { "identifier": "640", "label": "Activities for older people", "description": "Provision of leisure activities for older people within the community. This may include cultural, sporting and other organised social activities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/640", "curie": "esdService:640" }, { "identifier": "448", "label": "Archives", "description": "Archives are original documents produced by official bodies, societies and individuals that are no longer in current use. The council may provide a way for local residents and business to view their archives, often in a local library.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/448", "curie": "esdService:448" }, { "identifier": "1149", "label": "Community centres", "description": "Community Centres are a physical resource, which acts as a focal point for activities run by communities coming together through geographic proximity or because of a particular interest and/or identity. Centres provide meeting places for local interest based clubs and societies, venues for adult education classes and public meetings, offices for community projects, plus they also have many other uses. Centres would be lifeless buildings, lacking in character, if they were not 'owned' by communities. People provide the warmth, which makes centres welcoming to communities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1149", "curie": "esdService:1149" }, { "identifier": "755", "label": "Community facilities grants", "description": "Provision of grants for improvements to village halls and other local facilities subject to local terms and conditions.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/755", "curie": "esdService:755" }, { "identifier": "296", "label": "Day centres", "description": "Day centres which provide a range of activities and facilities for groups of people. Places at a day centre are usually allocated following an assessment of needs by a social services officer.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/296", "curie": "esdService:296" }, { "identifier": "241", "label": "Inclusive leisure and social activities", "description": "Providing information and advice about local organisations and clubs that provide leisure and social activities in the area, which are targeted at specific groups of people such as people with disabilities, the elderly, ethnic communities etc..", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/241", "curie": "esdService:241" }, { "identifier": "437", "label": "Library facilities", "description": "Information about libraries and library services which are available in the local area.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/437", "curie": "esdService:437" }, { "identifier": "444", "label": "Mobile libraries", "description": "Mobile libraries serve communities and locations that are some distance from a local library building. The facilities provided are usually similar to those of a local library but the availability of items, unless ordered in advance, may be restricted.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/444", "curie": "esdService:444" }, { "identifier": "1081", "label": "Outdoor activity centres", "description": "Provision of outdoor activity centres for use by schools or other groups.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1081", "curie": "esdService:1081" }, { "identifier": "670", "label": "Outdoor play facilities", "description": "Local play facilities such as playgrounds, outdoor play areas, cycle tracks, skateboard parks and others which cater for children and young people.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/670", "curie": "esdService:670" }, { "identifier": "461", "label": "Parks and open spaces", "description": "Information about parks in the local area including location, facilities, opening times, events etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/461", "curie": "esdService:461" }, { "identifier": "451", "label": "Sports facilities", "description": "Information about sports facilities available in the local area for use by individuals or groups. This will include location, types of facility, opening times, booking conditions etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/451", "curie": "esdService:451" }, { "identifier": "1674", "label": "Swimming pools and water based activities", "description": "Activities, facilties and training courses provided at public swimming pools, local lakes and waterways. There may be charges for the use of the facilities and set conditions on their use to ensure public safety. Local groups such as schools and clubs may be able to have exclusive use of the facilities at agreed times.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1674", "curie": "esdService:1674" }, { "identifier": "643", "label": "Young people's organised activities", "description": "Provision and support of a range of educational services and social activities for children and young people.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/643", "curie": "esdService:643" } ] }, { "identifier": "79", "label": "Care at home", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/79", "curie": "esdNeed:79", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "1757", "label": "Adult care plan", "description": "Following a social care assessment the council will work with any adult who has social care needs to create a care plan which will detail how any eligible needs are to be met. The plan may also suggest ways of meeting needs for which the individual is not eligible to receive help from the council.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1757", "curie": "esdService:1757" }, { "identifier": "147", "label": "Assisted garden maintenance", "description": "Garden maintenance for elderly (aged 60 or over) or disabled tenants who are not capable of doing the work themselves.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/147", "curie": "esdService:147" }, { "identifier": "242", "label": "Care at home", "description": "Care in your own home is offered to people who require assistance with personal care such as washing or dressing, or other practical daily tasks such as help with domestic chores like cooking and cleaning, or in some instances, help in managing finances.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/242", "curie": "esdService:242" }, { "identifier": "209", "label": "Care needs assessment", "description": "Needs assessment is a programme carried out by the local authority to try to establish the needs of an individual who requires help from social services and to arrange services to meet their needs. Following an assessment the appropriate services will be provided and a client file opened.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/209", "curie": "esdService:209" }, { "identifier": "313", "label": "Community alarms and Telecare", "description": "The community alarm service provides peace of mind for people who feel at risk in their own homes. It is a 24 hour 365 day monitoring service which works via a special alarm unit connected to the telephone line. \nIn the UK Telecare provides support to people in their own homes with the help of technology and community response services, allowing them to live more safely and independently. The equipment available is designed to assist a wide range of people, including older people, people with disabilities and carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/313", "curie": "esdService:313" }, { "identifier": "287", "label": "Direct payments", "description": "A direct payment is a cash payment allowing clients to buy their own support instead of Social Services providing it. The money can be used to employ a personal assistant or to use an agency to provide staff for you. A client can 'mix and match' and have some support provided by Social Services and take some as a direct payment. Recent 'Self-directed care' schemes have involved managing adult social care in general on the basis of the individual choosing their care package based on a fixed budget.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/287", "curie": "esdService:287" }, { "identifier": "178", "label": "Home adaptations and aids", "description": "If a client is visually impaired, hard of hearing or has other disabilities for which he/she may need special equipment or adaptations to his/her home the local authority will provide such equipment which will assist in overcoming difficulties subject to an assessment of personal needs to determine eligibility.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/178", "curie": "esdService:178" }, { "identifier": "271", "label": "Incontinence laundry service", "description": "People suffering from incontinence may be eligible for a laundry service.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/271", "curie": "esdService:271" }, { "identifier": "204", "label": "Independence support for disabled people", "description": "Rehabilitation provides people with physical and sensory disabilities with help to recover and regain their independence often following an illness or injury/stay in hospital. A care worker will provide advice on how to cope with illness or disability, or organise the provision of aids and equipment to help in everyday tasks.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/204", "curie": "esdService:204" }, { "identifier": "833", "label": "Leaving hospital", "description": "A range of assistance for someone discharged from hospital who may need help to live at home. Usually a worker will visit the patient in hospital to discuss their needs prior to discharge and will then visit again once the patient is home to see that services arranged are enabling them to live safely at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/833", "curie": "esdService:833" }, { "identifier": "315", "label": "Mobile meals", "description": "The Mobile Meals service delivers meals to older or vulnerable people in their own homes on a short or long term basis according to need.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/315", "curie": "esdService:315" }, { "identifier": "180", "label": "Occupational therapy", "description": "Occupational therapy aims to help those with physical disabilities to achieve an optimum level of functions and mobility. This may include arranging for walking aids or other equipment or referring clients to other agencies that can also assist. The authority usually works with local health providers to assess need and provide appropriate support.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/180", "curie": "esdService:180" }, { "identifier": "312", "label": "Out of hours social care", "description": "Social care will have an 'out of hours' team who will deal with emergencies (child protection issues, homelessness, mental health assessment etc.) which occur outside normal working hours. Details of how to contact the out of hours team should be published.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/312", "curie": "esdService:312" }, { "identifier": "261", "label": "Shared care for children and young people", "description": "The Shared Care Scheme aims to provide regular short term breaks for children and young people with disabilities, by linking them with approved carers who look after them for short periods of time. This can be from a few hours to a weekend a month.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/261", "curie": "esdService:261" }, { "identifier": "205", "label": "Specialist equipment and support for disabled people", "description": "Advice on purchase and/or loan of specialist equipment or services to help those with physical or sensory disability manage at home. Usually a needs assessment is made in order to determine the equipment which may be required.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/205", "curie": "esdService:205" }, { "identifier": "269", "label": "Warm homes healthy people", "description": "Warm Homes, Healthy People provides advice and practical support to households who are vulnerable to the cold. Support may include: - home visit from an energy advisor - stay warm pack - 1-2-1 advice on how to lower fuel costs - advice on how to keep warm and well - access to discounts on energy bills, grants for first time central heating", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/269", "curie": "esdService:269" } ] }, { "identifier": "73", "label": "Somewhere to live", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/73", "curie": "esdNeed:73", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "650", "label": "Accommodation certificates", "description": "The certificate shows that a property is considered to provide a safe and healthy environment for the occupants and that the property satisfies overcrowding standards. Anyone requiring a visa application to enter and to reside in the UK with relatives, on a permanent or semi-permanent basis, will need the certificate.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/650", "curie": "esdService:650" }, { "identifier": "292", "label": "Adult residential care", "description": "Residential or nursing home for elderly people and people with disabilities who are unable to manage at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/292", "curie": "esdService:292" }, { "identifier": "1123", "label": "Affordable housing", "description": "Housing provided at below market prices and allocated on the basis of need to people who live or work in the area or need to move to the local area to receive/provide support and who are unable to afford to purchase or rent houses generally available on the open market without financial assistance..", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1123", "curie": "esdService:1123" }, { "identifier": "86", "label": "Allocating council homes", "description": "The local authority will allocate vacant properties according to priority on the housing register and suitability for the available property. New tenants will be required to sign a tenancy agreement prior to occupation of a property.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/86", "curie": "esdService:86" }, { "identifier": "77", "label": "Asylum seekers and refugee support", "description": "Provision of temporary accommodation, meals and other advice and support for asylum seekers waiting for an application for refugee status to be assessed by the government and for refugees.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/77", "curie": "esdService:77" }, { "identifier": "913", "label": "Empty residential properties", "description": "Empty residential properties are a target for squatters, vandals and burglars. They could be used to provide homes for the many people who need one. Councils will act on reports of empty properties and may provide grants for renovation and/or rental schemes to encourage owners to make use of empty properties.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/913", "curie": "esdService:913" }, { "identifier": "1619", "label": "Ending housing tenancy", "description": "Process for ending a tenancy of an allocated home. This includes provision of information to tenants about what they need to do in order to end the tenancy and any requirements which must be implemented before vacating the property (such as payment of rent, cleaning etc.)", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1619", "curie": "esdService:1619" }, { "identifier": "85", "label": "Hard to let properties", "description": "A low demand or 'hard to let' property is a property where one or more of the following symptoms are exhibited: a small or non-existent waiting list for the property; tenancy offers on a property frequently refused for reasons other than personal reasons; higher than normal rates of tenancy turnover for a property in an area. Many initiatives used by councils and Registered Social Landlords to let low demand properties are based on making the property more attractive to the potential tenant. This includes offering incentives such as a rent-free period if the tenancy is accepted; offering a decoration, furniture or white goods allowance; or offering a garden tidy.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/85", "curie": "esdService:85" }, { "identifier": "1714", "label": "Hostels and emergency accommodation", "description": "Provision of hostels or other temporary accommodation for people who would otherwise be homeless.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1714", "curie": "esdService:1714" }, { "identifier": "912", "label": "House clearance and re-housing", "description": "Where a property is unfit to live in the LA may decide to demolish it and redevelop the site (which may mean the clearance of neighbouring property). The council will usually offer the owners the market value of the property and repay expenses associated with moving plus possible compensation. Where the property is rented tenants will be given priority for re-housing in a council property.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/912", "curie": "esdService:912" }, { "identifier": "716", "label": "Houses in multiple occupation register", "description": "The landlord or person having control of or managing homes in multiple occupancy must apply to register the premises with the local authority.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/716", "curie": "esdService:716" }, { "identifier": "87", "label": "Housing association nomination and registration", "description": "Housing Associations are 'Registered Social Landlords' not private landlords. They provide housing in a very similar way to the Council and are non-profit making. People on the local authority transfer list or housing register may be offered a Housing Association property instead of a Council home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/87", "curie": "esdService:87" }, { "identifier": "911", "label": "Housing referrals", "description": "The council may refer tenants to Registered Social Landlords (housing associations) within the council area or to the housing division of another LA where a move to another area is a possibility. RSLs will normally operate a scheme with the council whereby a proportion of their property is set aside for people on the council's housing waiting list.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/911", "curie": "esdService:911" }, { "identifier": "713", "label": "Introductory council tenancies", "description": "A new tenancy in local authority property does not generally become secure for a defined period after it starts. If at any time before the end of this period the tenant breaches their tenancy agreement the local authority can initiate proceedings to evict the tenant.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/713", "curie": "esdService:713" }, { "identifier": "1719", "label": "Local authority mortgage scheme (LAMS)", "description": "The Local Authority Mortgage Scheme (LAMS) is available to first time buyers who can afford mortgage repayments and have a 5 per cent deposit but who do not have the larger deposit now required by many mortgage lenders. The scheme allows the Council to support first time buyers through the provision of a financial indemnity so that a 95 per cent mortgage can be obtained on similar interest rate terms to a 75 per cent mortgage.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1719", "curie": "esdService:1719" }, { "identifier": "88", "label": "Mutual home exchange", "description": "This service provides lists of tenants wishing to move, either within the area or to other areas. Existing tenants can exchange their home with another tenant provided the landlord agrees the mutual exchange. The authority will check eligibility based on the type of tenancy", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/88", "curie": "esdService:88" }, { "identifier": "92", "label": "Registering for a council property", "description": "The local authority processes applications to go on the housing register and allocates points to prospective tenants according to their current circumstances. The criteria under which an authority are likely to accept/reject applications to go on the register are published together with information on the application procedure.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/92", "curie": "esdService:92" }, { "identifier": "151", "label": "Right to buy your home", "description": "The right to buy scheme allows a secure tenant who has held a local authority tenancy for three years to purchase their property at a discounted price.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/151", "curie": "esdService:151" }, { "identifier": "1720", "label": "Shared home ownership", "description": "Shared ownership allows the owner to own a percentage of their home, for which they will pay a mortgage. The remainder of the property is owned by the local authority to whom rent is paid.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1720", "curie": "esdService:1720" }, { "identifier": "107", "label": "Sheltered and supported housing", "description": "Sheltered accommodation and supported housing are types of accommodation for older people or people with a disability, which include relevant care and support services. SSheltered housing is available for older people who wish to remain independent, but have help available should they need it. Supported housing is usually for people with disabilities who need housing-related or care-related support. The council carry out an assessment of applicants and maintain a waiting list until suitable properties become available.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/107", "curie": "esdService:107" }, { "identifier": "1617", "label": "Tenant references", "description": "Provision of a reference to a mortgage lender for tenants wishing to purchase their own property. References may also be provided to a landlord for tenants moving into privately rented accommodation.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1617", "curie": "esdService:1617" } ] }, { "identifier": "101", "label": "Help with care", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/101", "curie": "esdNeed:101", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "225", "label": "Adult carers advice and support", "description": "Provision of advice and support for adult carers who care for the elderly, children with special needs and adults with physical or learning disabilities. Carers may be entitled to receive additional help and support for their own needs from the local authority.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/225", "curie": "esdService:225" }, { "identifier": "732", "label": "Alternative care providers", "description": "Independent agencies who provide care for adults and children within the local area. Care agencies may provide any from the range of care services such as residential care, care at home, sheltered housing and day care. The council may use these agencies to provide care services.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/732", "curie": "esdService:732" }, { "identifier": "1437", "label": "Carers allowance", "description": "Carers allowance is a weekly benefit for carers who regularly spend at least 35 hours a week caring for a disabled person. The allowance is intended to compensate someone who is unable to work because they are a carer. However, some carers may be able to do some paid work whilst caring", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1437", "curie": "esdService:1437" }, { "identifier": "1755", "label": "Carers assessment", "description": "Anyone who is caring for another person for a substantial amount of time has the right to have a carers assessment to identify their needs where either the person they are caring for has refused an assessment or is not receiving help from social care. The assessment is available to both adult carers and young carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1755", "curie": "esdService:1755" }, { "identifier": "298", "label": "Carers support groups", "description": "Groups and organisations that provide advice and support for those who are caring for adults or children with special needs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/298", "curie": "esdService:298" }, { "identifier": "227", "label": "Respite care for adults", "description": "Temporary placement in residential accommodation or provision of an alternative qualified carer where someone is receiving regular care with the aim of giving both the carer and their families a break.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/227", "curie": "esdService:227" }, { "identifier": "260", "label": "Respite care for children and young people", "description": "Respite care is a form of short-term substitute care provided by someone other than the parents or usual carers for a child. Respite care is a key support to families and is organised to suit the needs of the particular child and family. It can take place in a hospital, residential setting or in the child's own home. It gives parents free time to give them a rest, to spend time with their other children or in an emergency.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/260", "curie": "esdService:260" }, { "identifier": "261", "label": "Shared care for children and young people", "description": "The Shared Care Scheme aims to provide regular short term breaks for children and young people with disabilities, by linking them with approved carers who look after them for short periods of time. This can be from a few hours to a weekend a month.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/261", "curie": "esdService:261" }, { "identifier": "1790", "label": "Short breaks", "description": "Short breaks enable children and young people with disabilities and/or additional needs to join in with safe, fun and interesting activities and to give parents or full-time carers an opportunity to have a short break from caring.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1790", "curie": "esdService:1790" }, { "identifier": "300", "label": "Young carers support", "description": "Support, information and advice for young carers and their families. The service provides recreational respite, advocacy, a befriending service and therapeutic support to young people who have caring responsibilities for a relative with a long-term illness or disability.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/300", "curie": "esdService:300" } ] }, { "identifier": "82", "label": "Residential care", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/82", "curie": "esdNeed:82", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "293", "label": "Adult hospice care", "description": "Provision of information about hospices in the area for terminally ill people and their carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/293", "curie": "esdService:293" }, { "identifier": "1121", "label": "Adult placement", "description": "The Adult Placement Scheme helps approved Adult Placement Carers (ordinary people from the local community) to share their home and time with someone in need. It is similar to fostering but for adults.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1121", "curie": "esdService:1121" }, { "identifier": "292", "label": "Adult residential care", "description": "Residential or nursing home for elderly people and people with disabilities who are unable to manage at home.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/292", "curie": "esdService:292" }, { "identifier": "264", "label": "Hospice care for children and young people", "description": "Children's hospices provide respite and terminal care for children suffering from life-limiting conditions in a home-from-home environment. Care is provided for the child and their family at no cost to them for as long as is necessary, including post bereavement support.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/264", "curie": "esdService:264" }, { "identifier": "263", "label": "Residential care for children and young people", "description": "Provision of residential accommodation for children and young people who cannot live with their natural families. Prior to a placement in residential accommodation there will be assessment of need undertaken in conjunction with the young person (and their family if appropriate), social workers and residential staff.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/263", "curie": "esdService:263" }, { "identifier": "260", "label": "Respite care for children and young people", "description": "Respite care is a form of short-term substitute care provided by someone other than the parents or usual carers for a child. Respite care is a key support to families and is organised to suit the needs of the particular child and family. It can take place in a hospital, residential setting or in the child's own home. It gives parents free time to give them a rest, to spend time with their other children or in an emergency.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/260", "curie": "esdService:260" }, { "identifier": "229", "label": "Shared care for adults", "description": "Shared care offers short term care to adults who are unable to live on their own (without a full-time carer) and the people who care for them. The care can vary in length from a few hours up to a maximum of two weeks at a time and is provided by people approved by Social Services to be shared carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/229", "curie": "esdService:229" }, { "identifier": "261", "label": "Shared care for children and young people", "description": "The Shared Care Scheme aims to provide regular short term breaks for children and young people with disabilities, by linking them with approved carers who look after them for short periods of time. This can be from a few hours to a weekend a month.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/261", "curie": "esdService:261" }, { "identifier": "107", "label": "Sheltered and supported housing", "description": "Sheltered accommodation and supported housing are types of accommodation for older people or people with a disability, which include relevant care and support services. SSheltered housing is available for older people who wish to remain independent, but have help available should they need it. Supported housing is usually for people with disabilities who need housing-related or care-related support. The council carry out an assessment of applicants and maintain a waiting list until suitable properties become available.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/107", "curie": "esdService:107" } ] }, { "identifier": "103", "label": "Disabilities and special needs support", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/103", "curie": "esdNeed:103", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "1466", "label": "Accessibility of local facilities", "description": "Information on the accessibility of spaces and buildings available to the public such as shops, theatres, leisure centres, parks, transport facilties etc. in the local area\n In the UK this information is often provided in conjunction with DisabledGo.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1466", "curie": "esdService:1466" }, { "identifier": "147", "label": "Assisted garden maintenance", "description": "Garden maintenance for elderly (aged 60 or over) or disabled tenants who are not capable of doing the work themselves.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/147", "curie": "esdService:147" }, { "identifier": "1054", "label": "Assisted housing maintenance", "description": "Assisted housing maintenance schemes are designed to assist elderly or disabled people to maintain and repair their homes to enable them to continue living independently. These services may include minor repairs, adaptations for accessibility, and safety improvements.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1054", "curie": "esdService:1054" }, { "identifier": "280", "label": "Bus passes for disabled or older people", "description": "A bus pass (or other travel concession) is available to local citizens if they are aged 60 and over, they are physically disabled, they have a learning difficulty or they would be refused a driving licence. Eligibility is automatic if the applicant is already in receipt of other services as a result of their age/disability.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/280", "curie": "esdService:280" }, { "identifier": "297", "label": "Community support groups and organisations", "description": "Information about recognised groups and organisations that provide advice and support for those who may be in need of community care such as the elderly, disabled or those with learning difficulties.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/297", "curie": "esdService:297" }, { "identifier": "61", "label": "Council tax band reductions", "description": "The local authority may give a band reduction in order to recalculate the amount of council tax payable if a permanently disabled person lives in a dwelling with certain features which are essential or of major importance to the well being of the disabled person.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/61", "curie": "esdService:61" }, { "identifier": "901", "label": "Demand responsive transport", "description": "Provision of on demand transport services for local citizens usually available in areas not covered by main public transport routes.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/901", "curie": "esdService:901" }, { "identifier": "137", "label": "Disabled facilities grant", "description": "The disabled facilities grant scheme provides financial assistance towards the cost of essential adaptation work to make a house fit for a disabled person.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/137", "curie": "esdService:137" }, { "identifier": "274", "label": "Disabled parking bays", "description": "Designated parking bay areas may be provided for registered disabled drivers (i.e. blue badge holders). These may be on-street parking bays outside the residents home where parking difficulties are experienced or marked bays within residential car parks.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/274", "curie": "esdService:274" }, { "identifier": "279", "label": "Disabled parking permits", "description": "Blue parking badges allow cars carrying people who are registered blind or people who have severe walking difficulties to be parked near shops, stations and other facilities. Blue Badges can only be issued to people who meet the eligibility criteria, not to relatives or carers. They can be used in any car the badge holder is driving or is a passenger in.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/279", "curie": "esdService:279" }, { "identifier": "239", "label": "Disabled people - employment and training schemes", "description": "Advice and support on training and employment available to people with physical, sensory or other disabilities. This includes advice on legal issues surrounding employment. The advice may be provided by the local authority or through third party organisations and includes schemes such as 'Supported Employment Schemes'.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/239", "curie": "esdService:239" }, { "identifier": "299", "label": "Disabled people employment advice", "description": "Advice and support for those with special needs who may wish to seek full-time or part time employment. This may include advice to employers on the requirements of relevant legislation.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/299", "curie": "esdService:299" }, { "identifier": "275", "label": "Disabled taxi card", "description": "The taxi card scheme allows people with serious mobility impairment who find it difficult to use buses or trains to travel in a black taxi at subsidised rates. To qualify applicants must have a long term or permanent illness or disability, which prevents them from using or significantly limits their use of public transport.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/275", "curie": "esdService:275" }, { "identifier": "178", "label": "Home adaptations and aids", "description": "If a client is visually impaired, hard of hearing or has other disabilities for which he/she may need special equipment or adaptations to his/her home the local authority will provide such equipment which will assist in overcoming difficulties subject to an assessment of personal needs to determine eligibility.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/178", "curie": "esdService:178" }, { "identifier": "456", "label": "Leisure passes", "description": "Passes which give access to leisure facilities such as swimming pools, gymnasiums, sports halls run by the local authority. The pass entitles the holder to use the facilities, usually at a reduced charge and to book facilities where available. The pass may be issued free of charge or at a concessionary rate to those meeting certain eligibility criteria (disabled, on benefits etc.)", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/456", "curie": "esdService:456" }, { "identifier": "276", "label": "Motability scheme", "description": "The Motability scheme provides disabled people with safe, reliable and affordable personal transport through a contract or hire purchase arrangement. Cars account for 99% of the scheme's activities, with powered wheelchairs and scooters making up the balance.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/276", "curie": "esdService:276" }, { "identifier": "1615", "label": "RADAR keys for public toilets", "description": "The RADAR Key allows independent access for people with disabilities to accessible toilets in the UK. Keys can be purchased by anyone with a permanent disability or their carer on providing evidence of their entitlement to use disabled facilities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1615", "curie": "esdService:1615" }, { "identifier": "221", "label": "Rail cards for disabled or older people", "description": "A rail card (or other travel concession) is available to local citizens if they are aged 60 and over, they are physically disabled or they have a learning difficulty. Eligibility for a rail card or a combined travel concession card will need to be assessed. Depending on the degree of need the rail card may offer either free travel or travel at a reduced rate.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/221", "curie": "esdService:221" }, { "identifier": "1787", "label": "Sensory rooms and activities", "description": "Sensory rooms and facilities where children or adults with a disability or special needs can explore and develop their senses and skills. Features can include: soft play areas, padded floors and walls and interactive equipment.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1787", "curie": "esdService:1787" }, { "identifier": "107", "label": "Sheltered and supported housing", "description": "Sheltered accommodation and supported housing are types of accommodation for older people or people with a disability, which include relevant care and support services. SSheltered housing is available for older people who wish to remain independent, but have help available should they need it. Supported housing is usually for people with disabilities who need housing-related or care-related support. The council carry out an assessment of applicants and maintain a waiting list until suitable properties become available.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/107", "curie": "esdService:107" }, { "identifier": "1790", "label": "Short breaks", "description": "Short breaks enable children and young people with disabilities and/or additional needs to join in with safe, fun and interesting activities and to give parents or full-time carers an opportunity to have a short break from caring.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1790", "curie": "esdService:1790" }, { "identifier": "865", "label": "Special needs library facilities", "description": "Libraries may provide a range of services to meet the requirements of those with special needs. These may include talking books, Braille resources, large print, home library service , accessible computers etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/865", "curie": "esdService:865" }, { "identifier": "1056", "label": "Special provision capital fund", "description": "The special provision capital fund enables local authorities to invest in improving provision for children with special educational needs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1056", "curie": "esdService:1056" }, { "identifier": "1788", "label": "Speech, language and communication therapy", "description": "Work with children who have difficulties with speech, language or communication to improve their behaviour and ability to socialise", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1788", "curie": "esdService:1788" } ] }, { "identifier": "80", "label": "Child care", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/80", "curie": "esdNeed:80", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "19", "label": "Childcare out of school hours", "description": "Out of school hours services for children, usually based in or near schools. The service is available to all families in the local area however local priorities for places may apply.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/19", "curie": "esdService:19" }, { "identifier": "20", "label": "Childminding and day care", "description": "Registered childminders and daycare facilities which are available in the local area for parents and carers of pre-school age children.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/20", "curie": "esdService:20" }, { "identifier": "53", "label": "Children's centres", "description": "Children's centres are usually open to all parents, carers and children and provide early learning and full day care for pre-school children. They also provide help and advice on child and family health, parenting, money, training and employment to parents and carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/53", "curie": "esdService:53" }, { "identifier": "888", "label": "Early years grant", "description": "Grants to parents of pre-school children to be used to contribute towards a place in a pre-school or nursery. In the UK local authorities provide a grant to parents from the term after their 3rd birthday for a maximum of six terms. Pupils must attend a pre-school, nursery or school which is on the Early Years register in order to be eligible for the grant. Grants are for a minimum of 2.5 hours per day for a maximum of 5 days per week and for between 33 and 38 weeks a year.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/888", "curie": "esdService:888" }, { "identifier": "1282", "label": "Educational support for looked after children", "description": "The Looked After Children Education Support Service is responsible for ensuring that the local authority promotes the educational achievement of the children and young people in its care.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1282", "curie": "esdService:1282" }, { "identifier": "264", "label": "Hospice care for children and young people", "description": "Children's hospices provide respite and terminal care for children suffering from life-limiting conditions in a home-from-home environment. Care is provided for the child and their family at no cost to them for as long as is necessary, including post bereavement support.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/264", "curie": "esdService:264" }, { "identifier": "50", "label": "Nursery education grant", "description": "The Nursery Education Grant (NEG) is funding made available to provide three or four year old children with a free, or grant funded, part-time early education place. All 3 to 4-year-olds in England can get 570 free hours per year. ItÕs usually taken as 15 hours a week for 38 weeks of the year, but parents can choose to take fewer hours over more weeks, for example. Some 3 to 4-year-olds are eligible for 30 hours free childcare a week.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/50", "curie": "esdService:50" }, { "identifier": "12", "label": "Nursery school places", "description": "Nursery education is offered to children aged four in community maintained nursery classes and schools and are for two and a half hour sessions per week in term time.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/12", "curie": "esdService:12" }, { "identifier": "263", "label": "Residential care for children and young people", "description": "Provision of residential accommodation for children and young people who cannot live with their natural families. Prior to a placement in residential accommodation there will be assessment of need undertaken in conjunction with the young person (and their family if appropriate), social workers and residential staff.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/263", "curie": "esdService:263" }, { "identifier": "260", "label": "Respite care for children and young people", "description": "Respite care is a form of short-term substitute care provided by someone other than the parents or usual carers for a child. Respite care is a key support to families and is organised to suit the needs of the particular child and family. It can take place in a hospital, residential setting or in the child's own home. It gives parents free time to give them a rest, to spend time with their other children or in an emergency.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/260", "curie": "esdService:260" }, { "identifier": "18", "label": "School holiday schemes", "description": "Out of school holiday play schemes which provide care for school-aged children during school holidays, are usually on school premises or in local community buildings. The education authority generally operates a booking system, offering remaining places on a first come first served basis.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/18", "curie": "esdService:18" }, { "identifier": "261", "label": "Shared care for children and young people", "description": "The Shared Care Scheme aims to provide regular short term breaks for children and young people with disabilities, by linking them with approved carers who look after them for short periods of time. This can be from a few hours to a weekend a month.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/261", "curie": "esdService:261" }, { "identifier": "840", "label": "Support for children in care", "description": "A local authority monitors the educational progress of all children in its care and offers advice and support to both children and carers. Where required any special needs will be considered when making educational arrangements for looked after children.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/840", "curie": "esdService:840" } ] }, { "identifier": "104", "label": "Parenting support", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/104", "curie": "esdNeed:104", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "53", "label": "Children's centres", "description": "Children's centres are usually open to all parents, carers and children and provide early learning and full day care for pre-school children. They also provide help and advice on child and family health, parenting, money, training and employment to parents and carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/53", "curie": "esdService:53" }, { "identifier": "1579", "label": "Family information services", "description": "The Family Information Service (FIS) provides information and advice to parents and carers on a wide-range of issues affecting every day family life to families with children and young people aged between 0 and 20 years of age.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1579", "curie": "esdService:1579" }, { "identifier": "831", "label": "Family support groups and organisations", "description": "Organisations and support groups providing information and advice to families. Support can range from parenting groups to individual professional advice.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/831", "curie": "esdService:831" }, { "identifier": "264", "label": "Hospice care for children and young people", "description": "Children's hospices provide respite and terminal care for children suffering from life-limiting conditions in a home-from-home environment. Care is provided for the child and their family at no cost to them for as long as is necessary, including post bereavement support.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/264", "curie": "esdService:264" }, { "identifier": "1772", "label": "Integrated family support", "description": "The integrated family support service aims to make a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable children and families living in the council area. It brings together professionals from various backgrounds to provide intensive support, particularly giving parental support for adults and families. This type of service aims to bring about family lifestyle changes to enhance child welfare and keep families together.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1772", "curie": "esdService:1772" }, { "identifier": "260", "label": "Respite care for children and young people", "description": "Respite care is a form of short-term substitute care provided by someone other than the parents or usual carers for a child. Respite care is a key support to families and is organised to suit the needs of the particular child and family. It can take place in a hospital, residential setting or in the child's own home. It gives parents free time to give them a rest, to spend time with their other children or in an emergency.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/260", "curie": "esdService:260" }, { "identifier": "229", "label": "Shared care for adults", "description": "Shared care offers short term care to adults who are unable to live on their own (without a full-time carer) and the people who care for them. The care can vary in length from a few hours up to a maximum of two weeks at a time and is provided by people approved by Social Services to be shared carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/229", "curie": "esdService:229" }, { "identifier": "261", "label": "Shared care for children and young people", "description": "The Shared Care Scheme aims to provide regular short term breaks for children and young people with disabilities, by linking them with approved carers who look after them for short periods of time. This can be from a few hours to a weekend a month.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/261", "curie": "esdService:261" }, { "identifier": "1790", "label": "Short breaks", "description": "Short breaks enable children and young people with disabilities and/or additional needs to join in with safe, fun and interesting activities and to give parents or full-time carers an opportunity to have a short break from caring.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1790", "curie": "esdService:1790" } ] }, { "identifier": "9", "label": "Financial support", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/9", "curie": "esdNeed:9", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "190", "label": "Benefits advice and assessment", "description": "Advisors offering benefit assessment and providing advice about entitlement to welfare benefits to individuals in receipt of benefit or claiming benefit.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/190", "curie": "esdService:190" }, { "identifier": "1437", "label": "Carers allowance", "description": "Carers allowance is a weekly benefit for carers who regularly spend at least 35 hours a week caring for a disabled person. The allowance is intended to compensate someone who is unable to work because they are a carer. However, some carers may be able to do some paid work whilst caring", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1437", "curie": "esdService:1437" }, { "identifier": "1676", "label": "Child poverty needs assessment", "description": "A child poverty needs assessment is carried out by a council to identify the causes of child poverty and the outcomes for children living in poverty in the council area. It helps to build an understanding of the experiences of families living in poverty and how it relates to risk factors and outcomes.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1676", "curie": "esdService:1676" }, { "identifier": "64", "label": "Council tax benefit current claim", "description": "A claimant in receipt of council tax benefit is responsible for informing the local authority of any changes in their personal and financial circumstances which may affect their benefit.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/64", "curie": "esdService:64" }, { "identifier": "63", "label": "Council tax benefit new claim", "description": "A claimant may be eligible to claim council tax benefit if they are on low income or in receipt of income support or job seekers allowance.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/63", "curie": "esdService:63" }, { "identifier": "59", "label": "Council tax discount", "description": "Processing of requests and assessment of eligibility for a single person or other discount on their council tax.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/59", "curie": "esdService:59" }, { "identifier": "60", "label": "Council tax exemptions", "description": "The council tax exemption scheme may exempt unoccupied and occupied properties from council tax.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/60", "curie": "esdService:60" }, { "identifier": "352", "label": "Credit unions", "description": "A credit union is a profit sharing, democratically run financial co-operative which offers convenient savings and low interest loans to its members. The local authority may offer support to local credit unions by providing advice and information to help them get started and manage their affairs in a legal and efficient way.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/352", "curie": "esdService:352" }, { "identifier": "137", "label": "Disabled facilities grant", "description": "The disabled facilities grant scheme provides financial assistance towards the cost of essential adaptation work to make a house fit for a disabled person.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/137", "curie": "esdService:137" }, { "identifier": "1148", "label": "Discretionary housing payment", "description": "The discretionary housing payment (DHP) scheme covers shortfalls between rental liability and payment of housing benefit or Universal Credit including the housing element. Every claimant who is entitled to the minimum amount of housing benefit or housing element within Universal Credit, and who has a shortfall, is entitled to apply for help.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1148", "curie": "esdService:1148" }, { "identifier": "888", "label": "Early years grant", "description": "Grants to parents of pre-school children to be used to contribute towards a place in a pre-school or nursery. In the UK local authorities provide a grant to parents from the term after their 3rd birthday for a maximum of six terms. Pupils must attend a pre-school, nursery or school which is on the Early Years register in order to be eligible for the grant. Grants are for a minimum of 2.5 hours per day for a maximum of 5 days per week and for between 33 and 38 weeks a year.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/888", "curie": "esdService:888" }, { "identifier": "1534", "label": "Employment and support allowance", "description": "The employment and support allowance provides financial help to people who are unable to work because of illness or disability. ESA also provides personalised support to those with illnesses or disabilities who are able to work. The allowance is paid by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1534", "curie": "esdService:1534" }, { "identifier": "4", "label": "Free school meals", "description": "Free school meals are provided for children whose families are in receipt of benefits such as income support or income based job seeker's allowance. They are also available to families in receipt of Child Tax Credit or Universal Credit if earned income is below a set threshold. Eligibility criteria may be determined by the local authority or in some cases by individual schools.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/4", "curie": "esdService:4" }, { "identifier": "70", "label": "Housing benefit current claim", "description": "Review of housing benefit for an existing client usually as a result of a change of circumstances (new job, change of address etc.)", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/70", "curie": "esdService:70" }, { "identifier": "69", "label": "Housing benefit new claim", "description": "Processing of a new claim for housing benefit from council, social and private tenants. Claims require evidence of tenancy and income in order to assess eligibility for benefit, where the LA is unable to obtain it elsewhere.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/69", "curie": "esdService:69" }, { "identifier": "1545", "label": "Jobseekers allowance", "description": "Local authorities may provide information about Jobseekers Allowance (JSA). JSA is a benefit available for people of working age who are out of work. JSA may be available if a person is out of work or working less than 16 hours a week on average. To be eligible any applicant must be capable of working, available for work, actively seeking work and below state pension age.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1545", "curie": "esdService:1545" }, { "identifier": "1795", "label": "Local crisis payment", "description": "Payment or provision of household goods to local households who have an urgent need as a consequence of an emergency, disaster or unforeseen circumstance and where a household has insufficient resources to meet an urgent need that poses an immediate and substantial risk to their health and safety", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1795", "curie": "esdService:1795" }, { "identifier": "1147", "label": "Local Housing Allowance", "description": "Local Housing Allowance (LHA) is for people on a low income renting from a private landlord. The LHA is based on the broad rental market area and the number of bedrooms the tenant is allowed (based on who lives with them), not on how much their rent is.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1147", "curie": "esdService:1147" }, { "identifier": "50", "label": "Nursery education grant", "description": "The Nursery Education Grant (NEG) is funding made available to provide three or four year old children with a free, or grant funded, part-time early education place. All 3 to 4-year-olds in England can get 570 free hours per year. ItÕs usually taken as 15 hours a week for 38 weeks of the year, but parents can choose to take fewer hours over more weeks, for example. Some 3 to 4-year-olds are eligible for 30 hours free childcare a week.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/50", "curie": "esdService:50" }, { "identifier": "2", "label": "School clothing grants/vouchers", "description": "The award of clothing grants or vouchers to assist with the cost of school clothing for families who are on benefits or on low income.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/2", "curie": "esdService:2" }, { "identifier": "3", "label": "School transport - additional support", "description": "School transport may be provided for pupils from low income families where a child is not eligible for regular free school transport. Eligibility is usually determined according to age of the pupil and/or the distance which the pupil lives from school.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/3", "curie": "esdService:3" }, { "identifier": "1056", "label": "Special provision capital fund", "description": "The special provision capital fund enables local authorities to invest in improving provision for children with special educational needs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1056", "curie": "esdService:1056" }, { "identifier": "1826", "label": "Test and Trace Support Payment", "description": "The Test and Trace Support Payment is for people on a low income, who must legally self-isolate for 14 days. either because they have tested positive for coronavirus or have recently been in close contact with someone who has tested positive and cannot work from home during this period. The scheme is administered by local authorities", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1826", "curie": "esdService:1826" }, { "identifier": "1652", "label": "Universal credit", "description": "Universal credit is a payment to help with living costs for those who are on a low income. Universal credit replaces a number of other income related benefits including housing benefit (with some exceptions)", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1652", "curie": "esdService:1652" }, { "identifier": "269", "label": "Warm homes healthy people", "description": "Warm Homes, Healthy People provides advice and practical support to households who are vulnerable to the cold. Support may include: - home visit from an energy advisor - stay warm pack - 1-2-1 advice on how to lower fuel costs - advice on how to keep warm and well - access to discounts on energy bills, grants for first time central heating", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/269", "curie": "esdService:269" }, { "identifier": "189", "label": "Welfare rights advice", "description": "Information and advice about entitlement to welfare benefits, other allowances, grants and general financial difficulties.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/189", "curie": "esdService:189" }, { "identifier": "1116", "label": "Youth Opportunity Fund", "description": "The YOF money, which comes from the Government, is for young people, aged 13-19 (or up to aged 25 where the young people have special needs), to spend on activities and projects that improve things to do, places to go or develop confidence, skills and knowledge. Generally applications for funding will go to a panel of young people from the local area, supported by Youth Services and other services, who are interested in encouraging everyone in their community to have a say.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1116", "curie": "esdService:1116" } ] }, { "identifier": "105", "label": "Youth support", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/105", "curie": "esdNeed:105", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "642", "label": "Activities for children and young people", "description": "Information about sporting, cultural and social activities in the local area for children and young people. Activities may be available on a drop-in basis or may require a regular commitment.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/642", "curie": "esdService:642" }, { "identifier": "700", "label": "Advice for young people", "description": "Integrated advice, guidance and access to personal development opportunities for young people aged between 13 and 19 to help them make a smooth transition to adulthood and working life", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/700", "curie": "esdService:700" }, { "identifier": "1772", "label": "Integrated family support", "description": "The integrated family support service aims to make a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable children and families living in the council area. It brings together professionals from various backgrounds to provide intensive support, particularly giving parental support for adults and families. This type of service aims to bring about family lifestyle changes to enhance child welfare and keep families together.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1772", "curie": "esdService:1772" }, { "identifier": "837", "label": "Preventative services for children and young people", "description": "The aim of pre-crime prevention scheme is identifying children and young people who are at high risk of offending and helping them to avoid entering the youth justice system.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/837", "curie": "esdService:837" }, { "identifier": "643", "label": "Young people's organised activities", "description": "Provision and support of a range of educational services and social activities for children and young people.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/643", "curie": "esdService:643" } ] }, { "identifier": "111", "label": "Emotional wellbeing", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/111", "curie": "esdNeed:111", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "642", "label": "Activities for children and young people", "description": "Information about sporting, cultural and social activities in the local area for children and young people. Activities may be available on a drop-in basis or may require a regular commitment.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/642", "curie": "esdService:642" }, { "identifier": "640", "label": "Activities for older people", "description": "Provision of leisure activities for older people within the community. This may include cultural, sporting and other organised social activities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/640", "curie": "esdService:640" }, { "identifier": "27", "label": "Adult education and learning", "description": "Provision of ddult learning opportunities which can increase skills to support learners into work, enable attendees to gain qualifications, help attendees to meet new friends or simply find new hobbies or interests. Courses may be available full time, part time or online.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/27", "curie": "esdService:27" }, { "identifier": "700", "label": "Advice for young people", "description": "Integrated advice, guidance and access to personal development opportunities for young people aged between 13 and 19 to help them make a smooth transition to adulthood and working life", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/700", "curie": "esdService:700" }, { "identifier": "190", "label": "Benefits advice and assessment", "description": "Advisors offering benefit assessment and providing advice about entitlement to welfare benefits to individuals in receipt of benefit or claiming benefit.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/190", "curie": "esdService:190" }, { "identifier": "313", "label": "Community alarms and Telecare", "description": "The community alarm service provides peace of mind for people who feel at risk in their own homes. It is a 24 hour 365 day monitoring service which works via a special alarm unit connected to the telephone line. \nIn the UK Telecare provides support to people in their own homes with the help of technology and community response services, allowing them to live more safely and independently. The equipment available is designed to assist a wide range of people, including older people, people with disabilities and carers.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/313", "curie": "esdService:313" }, { "identifier": "272", "label": "Community and accessible transport", "description": "Provision of transport for members of the community who do not have full mobility and therefore do not have suitable conventional public transport services available for their travel needs. Includes schemes such as 'dial-a-ride', shopmobility, community bus and car schemes and taxis or mini-cabs which can be privately ordered.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/272", "curie": "esdService:272" }, { "identifier": "1149", "label": "Community centres", "description": "Community Centres are a physical resource, which acts as a focal point for activities run by communities coming together through geographic proximity or because of a particular interest and/or identity. Centres provide meeting places for local interest based clubs and societies, venues for adult education classes and public meetings, offices for community projects, plus they also have many other uses. Centres would be lifeless buildings, lacking in character, if they were not 'owned' by communities. People provide the warmth, which makes centres welcoming to communities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1149", "curie": "esdService:1149" }, { "identifier": "297", "label": "Community support groups and organisations", "description": "Information about recognised groups and organisations that provide advice and support for those who may be in need of community care such as the elderly, disabled or those with learning difficulties.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/297", "curie": "esdService:297" }, { "identifier": "163", "label": "Counselling", "description": "Counselling services for individuals who have been identified as having particular needs to help sort through personal difficulties. These services may not be provided by the local authority but the authority may provide information on their availability.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/163", "curie": "esdService:163" }, { "identifier": "296", "label": "Day centres", "description": "Day centres which provide a range of activities and facilities for groups of people. Places at a day centre are usually allocated following an assessment of needs by a social services officer.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/296", "curie": "esdService:296" }, { "identifier": "651", "label": "Debt counselling", "description": "Local authorities may publish information about local providers of confidential debt counselling service to citizens. They can advise on different types of debt such as rent and mortgage arrears, credit card debts and bank loans.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/651", "curie": "esdService:651" }, { "identifier": "423", "label": "Home safety advice", "description": "Advice and information about safety in the home including accident prevention, what to do in the event of an accident, risks in the home etc. Some authorities may run safety awareness training sessions for the local community.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/423", "curie": "esdService:423" }, { "identifier": "241", "label": "Inclusive leisure and social activities", "description": "Providing information and advice about local organisations and clubs that provide leisure and social activities in the area, which are targeted at specific groups of people such as people with disabilities, the elderly, ethnic communities etc..", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/241", "curie": "esdService:241" }, { "identifier": "1772", "label": "Integrated family support", "description": "The integrated family support service aims to make a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable children and families living in the council area. It brings together professionals from various backgrounds to provide intensive support, particularly giving parental support for adults and families. This type of service aims to bring about family lifestyle changes to enhance child welfare and keep families together.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1772", "curie": "esdService:1772" }, { "identifier": "1284", "label": "Mental health support", "description": "Services and advice for people who have, or who are at risk of, mental health problems, together with their families or carers. The aim is to provide support which can prevent or treat mental illness and enable service users to live independently in the community.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1284", "curie": "esdService:1284" }, { "identifier": "164", "label": "Protection from harm", "description": "Advice and support to those who feel that they are at risk of harm or a re being harrassed at home, in the workplace, in public, at school. Depending on the nature of the threat or harrassment and the age of the victim this may involve other authorities such as the police, legal services, education services, child protection agencies etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/164", "curie": "esdService:164" }, { "identifier": "189", "label": "Welfare rights advice", "description": "Information and advice about entitlement to welfare benefits, other allowances, grants and general financial difficulties.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/189", "curie": "esdService:189" } ] }, { "identifier": "113", "label": "Losing weight/Healthy eating", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/113", "curie": "esdNeed:113", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "1789", "label": "Exercise and fitness classes", "description": "Group classes in a range of activities to help local residents keep fit and active", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1789", "curie": "esdService:1789" }, { "identifier": "199", "label": "Health advice", "description": "Advice and information on health issues of concern to individuals and the community. Providing advice on how to live active and healthy lives for all members of the community. The local authority may work with other agencies (health services) and organisations to provide this service.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/199", "curie": "esdService:199" }, { "identifier": "1793", "label": "Outdoor activities", "description": "Organised group outdoor activities encouraging local residents to keep active. Groups may be restricted by age or ability for some activities.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1793", "curie": "esdService:1793" }, { "identifier": "451", "label": "Sports facilities", "description": "Information about sports facilities available in the local area for use by individuals or groups. This will include location, types of facility, opening times, booking conditions etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/451", "curie": "esdService:451" } ] }, { "identifier": "114", "label": "Dealing with substance abuse", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/114", "curie": "esdNeed:114", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "727", "label": "Alcohol advice and support", "description": "This service provides counselling advice and support for people affected by alcohol abuse/dependency.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/727", "curie": "esdService:727" }, { "identifier": "730", "label": "Drugs advice and support", "description": "This service offers confidential help and support to people affected by abuse of both illegal drugs and prescribed drugs.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/730", "curie": "esdService:730" }, { "identifier": "199", "label": "Health advice", "description": "Advice and information on health issues of concern to individuals and the community. Providing advice on how to live active and healthy lives for all members of the community. The local authority may work with other agencies (health services) and organisations to provide this service.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/199", "curie": "esdService:199" }, { "identifier": "1746", "label": "Stopping smoking", "description": "Information, advice and help to assist local residents who smoke to stop smoking.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1746", "curie": "esdService:1746" } ] }, { "identifier": "115", "label": "Hobbies and interests", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/need/115", "curie": "esdNeed:115", "mappings": [ { "identifier": "1791", "label": "Arts and creative classes", "description": "Creative arts classes enabling local residents the opportunity to discover and/or develop their creative potential", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1791", "curie": "esdService:1791" }, { "identifier": "838", "label": "Arts organisations and events", "description": "Provision of information and advice on local arts organisations, exhibitions and events.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/838", "curie": "esdService:838" }, { "identifier": "468", "label": "Countryside events", "description": "Provision of information on countryside events that have or will take place in the local area. Events may be run by the local authority, local volunteer groups or other organisations (e.g. national trust, national parks).", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/468", "curie": "esdService:468" }, { "identifier": "624", "label": "Exhibitions", "description": "Details of any exhibitions which are currently running or are planned in public buildings or open spaces such as libraries, civic offices, parks etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/624", "curie": "esdService:624" }, { "identifier": "465", "label": "Fishing", "description": "Provision of information on local fishing areas, seasons and how to obtain permission to fish", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/465", "curie": "esdService:465" }, { "identifier": "733", "label": "Local attractions and facilities", "description": "Advice and information for local residents and for visitors to the area on attractions and facilities available in the local area. This will include descriptions, opening hours, admission prices and how to get there.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/733", "curie": "esdService:733" }, { "identifier": "336", "label": "Municipal golf courses", "description": "Golf courses which are owned and run by the local authority. Members of the public are usually able to 'pay and play' on these courses or to book tee times in advance. Municipal golf courses may also have their own membership schemes and tee times reserved for members.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/336", "curie": "esdService:336" }, { "identifier": "1018", "label": "Museum collections", "description": "Information about collections on display in local museums. Collections may be of local or national interest and may be permanently on display within local museums or available for a limited period of time.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1018", "curie": "esdService:1018" }, { "identifier": "1020", "label": "Museum events and exhibitions", "description": "Information about any events or exhibitions organised at museums with the local authority area.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1020", "curie": "esdService:1020" }, { "identifier": "620", "label": "Museums and galleries", "description": "Information and advice on museums and galleries in the local area. The galleries and museums may be owned and operated by the local authority or by other public bodies. The council may also choose to provide information on privately run museums and galleries in the local area.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/620", "curie": "esdService:620" }, { "identifier": "1517", "label": "Music rooms and recording studios", "description": "Provision of facilities such as music rooms and recording studios which can be used by local young people for practice in performing and in creating recorded material.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1517", "curie": "esdService:1517" }, { "identifier": "1540", "label": "Nature reserves", "description": "Local nature reserves where wildlife is protected. Nature reserves are usually open to the public but may have restrictions at certain times or under other conditions (no bicycles, dogs etc.) to protect the wildlife", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1540", "curie": "esdService:1540" }, { "identifier": "463", "label": "Outdoor events", "description": "Events and outdoor activities in local parks and public open spaces may be organised by the council. These may be available to local residents, schools or other organisations and are aimed at promoting the facilities of the local area and providing education and enjoyment for all.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/463", "curie": "esdService:463" }, { "identifier": "451", "label": "Sports facilities", "description": "Information about sports facilities available in the local area for use by individuals or groups. This will include location, types of facility, opening times, booking conditions etc.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/451", "curie": "esdService:451" }, { "identifier": "1674", "label": "Swimming pools and water based activities", "description": "Activities, facilties and training courses provided at public swimming pools, local lakes and waterways. There may be charges for the use of the facilities and set conditions on their use to ensure public safety. Local groups such as schools and clubs may be able to have exclusive use of the facilities at agreed times.", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1674", "curie": "esdService:1674" }, { "identifier": "1109", "label": "Zoos and farm parks", "description": "Zoos, farms, wildlife parks or 'pets' corners' open to the public", "uri": "http://id.esd.org.uk/service/1109", "curie": "esdService:1109" } ] } ] }}