Selected Resources for Adults with an Intellectual Disability
September 2014
HEALTH CARE
This listing includes selected resources which are suitable for adults with
an intellectual disability, or can be used in conjunction with adults with an
intellectual disability.
To request an item please phone 9387 0458 or email us at
[email protected].
The complete library catalogue can be searched via the Activ Library
website: http://www.activ.asn.au/library.
Ann has dementia / Hollins, Sheila; Blackman, Noelle; Eley, Ruth.
London, Books Beyond Words : 2012. 61 p. ; 21 cm.
Through the use of illustrations, this book tells the story of Ann who is diagnosed with dementia.
It shows her doctor and supporter trying to provide the right care for her in the early days of her
dementia, until Ann becomes so confused that she is moved into residential care. It is useful to
help someone with an intellectual disability understand what dementia is, and how the person
with dementia can be supported. After the pictures this book also includes a story for each
picture, as well as information about dementia and its diagnosis and treatment.
CC 616.8983 HOL
P14646
Being a healthy woman : an educational resource for women with
intellectual disability, their families, health care providers, carers and
support workers / Berry, Alexis; Chivers, Jane.
North Sydney, NSW Department of Health : 2010. 94 p. ; 30 cm.
This resource is to help women with intellectual disability learn more about their health. It can
be used as an educational resource to get help from a support person or family member to read
it. It is also good for teaching groups and any of the pages can be copied for teaching about
health. There are sixteen topics which are about teenage girls, women and older women and
cover being healthy and happy, healthy eating, feeling sad and happy, puberty, periods,
growing up, close relationships and sex, safer sex, deciding to become a parent, being
pregnant, having a pap test, breast health, menopause, getting older, and grief and loss.
CC 613.0424 BEI
P13391 P13392
A billion seconds / STRATHCONA THEATRE COMPANY; ST. GEORGE'S
HOSPITAL MEDICAL SCHOOL.
London, BILD Publications : 2003. 1 videocassette (35 min.) + 1 booklet
In this play Sam, Mikey and Sash deal with issues in health care. Sam must face the death of
his father through bowel cancer and Sash has discovered a lump in her breast and must decide
whether to do nothing or visit a doctor. Mickey is their sounding board as he tries to lead them
in the right direction. The video was made to help people with intellectual disabilities become
more cancer aware, learn how to communicate their health issues to doctors and learn how to
cope with bereavement and loss. A booklet comes with the video providing questions for
discussion in group sessions.
CC 610.5 ABI
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September 2014
Breathe easy / BRITISH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DISABILITIES (BILD)
Kidderminster, Worcs., BILD Publications : 1998. 1 audiocassette (6 min.) +
booklet
An illustrated guide and accompanying audiotape explains what causes breathing problems and
the treatment options available. Suitable for people with an intellectual disability
CC 610.8 BRI
P08312
Clear thoughts
UK, www.clearthoughts.info : [2010].
This website includes mental health topics for people with intellectual disabilities, families and
professionals. It covers conditions including depression, dementia and schizophrenia as well as
related issues such as challenging behaviour, therapies, counselling, and keeping mentally well.
http://www.clearthoughts.info/ - Click link to access
Website
Clearthoughts: the mental health in learning disability knowledge centre
[2008].
This website is aimed at people who have a learning disability, their families and carers and
professionals and those supporting people and families. It covers topics relating to mental
health for those with a learning disability. It is designed to be as easy to read as possible and
comes with Browsealoud which means it is possible to hear as well as read the words. It also
allows for direct access to the websites of the organizations supporting the Clearthought
website. It deals with events, mental health conditions, possible treatment, related issues, law
and guidance and provides links, resources and a forum.
http://arcdev.ichameleon.com/ - Click link to access
Website
Coping with stress / BRITISH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DISABILITIES
(BILD)
Kidderminster, Worcs., BILD Publications : 1998. 1 audiocassette (8 min) +
booklet
The book and accompanying audiotape covers what stress is and ways that it may be reduced.
Suitable for people with an intellectual disability
CC 155.9042 BRI
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September 2014
Depression / Affleck, Frances; Alexander, Kate.
Leeds, West Yorkshire, CHANGE : [2002]. 34p
A simply written and well illustrated guide about depression suitable for people with an
intellectual disability. Covers the types of depression, warning signs, causes, treatments
available, self help and help from friends and family
CC 616.89 AFF
P10380 P13046
Diabetes : to the point / QUEENSLAND CENTRE FOR INTELLECTUAL &
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY.
Brisbane, Queensland Centre for Intellectual and Developmental Disability :
2007.
A website designed to provide diabetes information for people with an intellectual disability and
diabetes and their carers.
http://www2.som.uq.edu.au/som/Research/ResearchCentres/qcidd/DiabetesTo
ThePoint/Pages/default.aspx - Click link to access
Website
Do I need a smear test?
Edinburgh, Health Scotland FAIR Multimedia : 2007. 12 p. ; 22 cm. + 1 CD
Written for women with an intellectual disability, this booklet helps a woman to choose if they
need a smear test and explains what a smear test is. It is accompanied by a read-along audio
CD.
CC 613.0424 DOI
P13515
Down syndrome and you : a booklet for people with Down syndrome
Calgary, Alberta, Canadian Down Syndrome Society : [2014]. 16 p.
A booklet for people with Down syndrome explaining all about the condition and how it may
effect different parts of the body.
http://www.dsaso.org/files/Down_Syndrome_and_You.pdf - Click link to access
Website
Easyhealth
London, easyhealth.org.uk : [2013].
This website provides access to easy language information and free downloadable pamphlets
on a wide range of health related subjects including health problems and illnesses, staying
health and getting help with your health.
http://www.easyhealth.org.uk - Click link to access
Website
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Epilepsy / BRITISH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DISABILITIES (BILD)
Kidderminster, Worcs., BILD Publications : 2001. 16p., ill.
An illustrated guide about epilepsy covering topics such as what happens when you have a fit,
after a fit, medication and side effects, living with epilepsy and keeping safe. Suitable for people
with an intellectual disability
SC/EPI BRI
P10348
Epilepsy / Band, Roslyn.
London, Elfrida Press : 1998. 17 p.
This clear and basic overview of epilepsy will help people with intellectual disabilities
understand what epilepsy is, what causes it and what to do when someone has a fit.
HS/616.853 BAN
P11872
Epilepsy : the plain facts / Butler, Jenny; Kerr, Mike; Todd, Stuart.
[Glaxo Wellcome] : [2010]. 12 p. ; 30 cm.
This booklet is designed to help people understand more about epilepsy. It is suitable for people
with an intellectual disability and also available online at
http://www.cddh.monash.org/assets/documents/epilepsy-booklet.pdf.
SC/EPI BUT
P13112
Everybody needs toilets : an easy guide for people with a learning
disability / Bradley, Alice; Buchanan, Mary; Dawson, John; Forsyth, Agnes.
Kidderminster, Worcs., BILD Publications : 2006. 32 p., ill.
Written for people with an intellectual disability, this book is in an easy to read format and uses
illustrations to enhance the text. It explains about using toilets, having a healthy bladder and
bowels, talking about toilet problems, people who can help, explaining the examination process,
and toilet hygiene.
CC 610.8 EVE
P12160
Feeling poorly: a complete assessment and training pack to help people
with learning disabilities communicate effectively about symptoms of
illness and pain / Dodd, Karen; Brunker, Jo.
Brighton, Pavilion : 1998. 1 vol (looseleaf) + Communication aid (spiral bound
booklet)
This package is designed to teach people with intellectual disability about physical illness and to
communicate information about their symptoms and pain. It contains teaching outlines and
assessment sheets for use in small groups and illustrated aids to be used in the sessions.
CC 610.6 DOD
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September 2014
George gets smart / Brighton, Catherine Ill.; Hollins, Sheila; Flynn, Margaret;
Russell, Philippa. / ROYAL COLLEGE OF PSYCHIATRISTS.
London, Gaskell Press : 2001. 42 p. : col. ill.
Through the use of illustrations, this story shows how George learns to take responsibility for his
personal hygiene and health. This book is part of a series that provides a separate text and
helpful suggestions at the back of the book for parents or any support person.
CC 371.9281 HOL
P09345
Getting better / LEEDS ANIMATION WORKSHOP.
Leeds, West Yorkshire, Leeds Animation Workshop : 2010. 1 DVD (11 min.) +
Booklet (16 p.)
This animated DVD is mainly for people who have an intellectual disability and contains six
stories about people with a health problem. It shows what to expect when you go to the
doctor's, or the clinic, or have an eye test, or see the dentist. Patients are seen asking
questions, and speaking up for themselves. Health workers are also shown helping by being
friendly and treating everyone with respect; explaining things simply; talking to the person and
not the carer; giving people plenty of time; and listening to what carers have to say. The
accompanying booklet outlines each story and the important points made in the story.
CC 610.6 GET
P13380
Getting better: a video training pack to help people with learning
difficulties get the best out of their GP / Band, Roslyn. / ELFRIDA SOCIETY.
Brighton, Pavilion : 1997. 1 videocassette (10 mins ) + training notes (27p.)
A British video that aims to raise people's confidence about going to their doctor and to help
them to prepare for appointments. It features a young woman who has an unsatifactory visit to
her GP. She subsequently discusses how she can better explain her problem and returns to the
doctor who, this time, correctly diagnoses her illness and gives her a prescription. For people
with a disability and staff.
CC 610.6 GET
P08551
Getting on with cancer / Donaghey, Veronica; Webb, Beth Ill.
London, Gaskell Press : 2002. 72 p. : col. ill.
This book is designed to help people with learning disabilities understand what is happening to
them when they have been diagnosed with cancer. It pictorially tells the story of Veronica as
she experiences the sequence of events from symptoms through to treatments and recovery. It
is separated into sections and can be used as a starting point for discussion or to give
information.
CC 610.5 DON
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September 2014
Getting on with epilepsy / Hollins, Sheila; Bernal, Jane; Thacker, Alice.
London, Royal College of Psychiatrists St George's Hospital Medical School :
1999. 54p., ill.
In this story we follow one man's daily life - on the bus, at work and out with his friends. We see
him having a seizure, going to the doctor, having a brain scan, an EEG, a blood test and taking
daily medication. There are examples of activities which people with epilepsy need to be careful
about, such as drinking alcohol and swimming alone. Suitable for people with an intellectual
disability.
SC/EPI HOL
P09174
Getting on with Type 2 diabetes / Hollins, Sheila; Besser, Rachel; Dowling,
Libby; Fox, Charles.
London, Books Beyond Words : 2012. 49 p. ; 21 cm.
Through the use of illustrations, this book tells the story of Fred who is diagnosed with diabetes.
The GP tells Fred he can manage his diabetes by eating healthily and doing regular exercise.
He also prescribes medication. The pictures are designed to help the reader to ask questions
about diabetes and why it is important to manage the condition. A sample storyline is also
included along with further information about diabetes.
CC 610.8 GET
P14648
Going into hospital / Hollins, Sheila; Avis, Angie; Cheverton, Samantha.
London, Royal College of Psychiatrists St George's Hospital Medical School :
1998. 54p., col. ill.
This book is designed to support patients going into hospital by explaining what happens in
hospital. The issues of feelings, information and consent are discussed. The pictorial stories
are followed by a suggested text for the pictures, a guide for supporters and a guide for hospital
staff. Suitable for people with an intellectual disability
CC 610.6 HOL
P09163
Going into hospital : a DVD which shows you what it's like to come into
hospital / Speakup Self Advocacy.
Rotherham, Speakup Self Advocacy : 2007. 1 DVD (28 min.)
A DVD aimed at helping people with an intellectual disability feel more at ease about going to
hospital. It describes what may what happen, as well as the roles of different people they may
come across who work in a hospital.
HS 610.6 GOI
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Going to out-patients / Hollins, Sheila; Bernal, Jane; Gregory, Matthew.
London, Royal College of Psychiatrists St George's Hospital Medical School :
1998. 61p., ill.
The book is designed to support people attending hospital and specialists appointments. It
explains what happens to them and shows ordinary events such as arriving at the front desk
and some less pleasant experiences which may cause embarrassment or pain. Suitable for
people with an intellectual disability
CC 610.6 HOL
P09164
Going to the doctor / Hollins, Sheila; Bernal, Jane; Gregory, Matthew.
London, St George's Mental Health Library : 1996. 73p.
A simply written and illustrated guide that looks at what may happen when you go to the doctor.
Describes scenarios which may occur when people consult a doctor. Written to prepare people
with intellectual disabilities for such visits.
CC 610.6 HOL
P06108
A guide to breast health / DISABILITY SERVICES COMMISSION;
BREASTSCREEN WA.
West Perth, Disability Services Commission : 2004. 84 p.
A user friendly handbook that educates women with an intellectual disability on the importance
of regular breast examinations and screenings to help in the detection of breast cancer. The
first part of the book explains about breast awareness and what to expect when visiting the
doctor or having a mammogram. The second part of the book provides information to
supporters and carers about breast cancer facts, breast examinations and service expectations.
CC 613.0424 GUI
P10740 P10741
Guide to examining your testicles
Edinburgh, Health Scotland FAIR Multimedia : 2007 2009. 12 p. ; 22 cm. + 1
Cd-Rom
Written for men with an intellectual disability, this explains how to check the testicles regularly
for early signs of cancer, and also gives tips on staying healthy. The information is also
presented on a CD-Rom for use with a Windows PC.
CC 610.5 GUI
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September 2014
A guide to having a period
Edinburgh, FAIR Multimedia Health Scotland : 2004. 16 p. ; 22 cm. + 1 CDRom
This booklet is written for women with an intellectual disability. It tells them about having a
period and what they need to know and do. It is acompanied by a CD-Rom which covers the
contents of the book.
CC 613.0424 GUI
P13519
A guide to having a smear test
Edinburgh, Health Scotland FAIR Multimedia : 2006. 12 p. ; 22 cm. + 1 CD
Written for women with an intellectual disability this booklet tells about having a smear test from making an appointment to getting the results. It is accompanied by a read-along audio CD.
CC 613.0424 GUI
P13520
Having a blood test : this leaflet explains what happens when you have a
blood test / Forster, Michelle; Duffy, Marianne; Poole, Sally. / THE ACCESS
TO HEALTH PROJECT & THE COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE TEAM,
ISLINGTON LEARNING DISABILITIES PARTNERSHIP.
London, Elfrida Society : [200-?]. [6 p.]
Tells the story of what happens when you go for a blood test. Presented with line drawings and
clear text this booklet offers an explanation of why the test is being performed and suggestions
of where to seek further advice. Suitable for people with intellectual disabilities who are going to
experience this potentially frightening procedure.
HS 610.6 FOR
P11873
Having a CT scan : this leaflet explains what happens when you go to
hospital for a CT scan / Forster, Michelle; Duffy, Marianne; Poole, Sally. / THE
ACCESS TO HEALTH PROJECT & THE COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE TEAM,
ISLINGTON LEARNING DISABILITIES PARTNERSHIP.
London, Elfrida Society : [200-?]. [6 p.]
Tells the story of what happens when you go for a CT scan. Presented with line drawings and
clear text this booklet offers an explanation of why the test is being performed and suggestions
of where to seek further advice. Suitable for people with intellectual disabilities who are going to
experience this potentially frightening procedure.
HS 610.6 FOR
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Having a EEG scan : this leaflet explains what happens when you go to
hospital for an EEG scan / Forster, Michelle; Duffy, Marianne; Poole, Sally. /
THE ACCESS TO HEALTH PROJECT & THE COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE
TEAM, ISLINGTON LEARNING DISABILITIES PARTNERSHIP.
London, Elfrida Society : [200-?]. [6 p.]
Tells the story of what happens when you go for an electroencephalogram (EEG) procedure.
Presented with line drawings and clear text this booklet offers an explanation of why the test is
being performed and suggestions of where to seek further advice. Suitable for people with
intellectual disabilities who are going to experience this potentially frightening procedure.
HS 610.6 FOR
P11876
Having an MRI scan : this leaflet explains what happens when you go to
hospital for an MRI scan / Forster, Michelle; Duffy, Marianne; Poole, Sally. /
THE ACCESS TO HEALTH PROJECT & THE COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE
TEAM, ISLINGTON LEARNING DISABILITIES PARTNERSHIP.
London, Elfrida Society : [200-?]. [6 p.]
Tells the story of what happens when you go for an MRI scan. Presented with line drawings and
clear text this booklet offers an explanation of why the test is being performed and suggestions
of where to seek further advice. Suitable for people with intellectual disabilities who are going to
experience this potentially frightening procedure.
HS 610.6 FOR
P11874
Health-related resources for people with learning disabilities. / HEALTH
EDUCATION AUTHORITY.
London, Health Education Authority : 1999. 143p.
A collection of reviews of over 100 health education resources that are available to meet the
health needs of people with intellectual disabilities. Each review describes who the resource is
aimed at, topics covered, ways to use it, and whether people with intellectual disability were
involved in it development. Also available at
http://www.tscnsw.org.au/about_cp/follow_your_instincts.htm.
CC 610.5 HEA
P08964
Healthy mouths : how to look after your oral health / DENTAL HEALTH
SERVICES VICTORIA; COMMUNICATION RESOURCE CENTRE.
Box Hill, Vic., Scope : 2008. 13 p. ; 30 cm.
This is a summary of the book 'A guide for carers : assisting clients with oral health care'. It has
been produced in easy english suitable for a person with a disability. It is also available online at
http://www.scopevic.org.au/index.php/cms/frontend/resource/id/131
CC 611.3 HEA
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If you are ill... / BRITISH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DISABILITIES (BILD)
Kidderminster, Worcs., BILD Publications : 1998. 1 audiocassette (11 min.) +
booklet
The illustrated book and accompanying audiotape outlines the steps that should be taken when
you feel ill, possible causes, when to see a doctor and what to do in an emergency. Suitable for
people with an intellectual disability
CC 610.6 BRI
P08316
It's not just lumps and bumps : a guide to the early signs of cancer and
how to lower your chances of getting cancer / Learning Disabilities
Federation.
North Tyneside, Learning Disabilities Federation : [2007]. 56 p. + 1 DVD
Aimed at people with an intellectual disability and their supporters, this book and DVD can be
used together or alone to show how to help lower the risk of getting cancer by leading a healthy
lifestyle and being aware of our own bodies, and telling someone when something is different.
The DVD features actors with disabilities talking about what they know about cancer.
CC 610.5 ITS
P12256
Keep clean: about being clean - personal hygiene, food hygiene / Band,
Roslyn.
London, Elfrida Press : 1997. 7p
A small illustrated booklet that looks at personal care and food hygiene. Suitable for people with
an intellectual disability.
CC 371.9281 BAN
P08115 P11870
Keeping healthy down below / Downer, Jackie; Hollins, Sheila; Webb, Beth Ill.
London, Gaskell Press : 2000. 53 p. : col. ill.
This book pictorially presents the story of Carol who undertakes a smear test. It is designed to
prepare women with intellectual disabilities for cervical screening, and, with the assistance of
supporters, to help them understand other issues relating to sexual activities. The story and
additional information is divided into sections for easy reference.
CC 613.0424 HOL
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Knowing me, knowing you / LINCOLNSHIRE PARTNERSHIP NHS TRUST.
England, Lincolnshire Police Television : 2004. 1 videocassette (36 min.)
Specifically for people with intellectual disabilities, this documentary goes through the process
of what happens when you are ill and have to attend the Accident and Emergency Department
at the hospital. Looks at the procedures that take place when a person has a fall, a fracture, an
eye injury, chest pain, needs a blood test or has a bad cut.
CC 610.6 KNO
P10939
Learning about epilepsy : an easy English booklet / EPILEPSY
FOUNDATION.
Surrey Hills, Vic., Epilepsy Foundation : 2013. 1 vol (unpaged) ; 18 cm.
This booklet describes epilepsy in straight forward language with the use of pictures.
http://www.epinet.org.au/downloads/File/Learning%20about%20Epilepsy%20Easy%20English_
WEB%2015_05_13.pdf
SC/EPI LEA
P15362
Let's be patient / TAKING PART.
Shrewsbury, Taking Part : 2003. 1 videocassette (26 min.) + teacher's notes
A documentary that shows patients going to the hospital, some of the procedures that take
place and areas of the hospital that they may visit. The video is designed to be seen in a group
session with a facilitator encouraging discussion about the contents that have just been viewed.
The documentary is separated into three parts with the first looking at the Accident and
Emergency department, the second looking at an outpatient clinic and the third looking at preoperation assessments.
CC 610.6 LET
P10945
Let's talk about health: what every woman should know: the GYN exam /
Heaton, Carol. / THE ARC OF NEW JERSEY.
Arlington, Tex., The Arc : 1994. 2 booklets + sound cassette and videocassette
(30 min.)
The video provides information on women's health issues and gynaecological procedures for
women with an intellectual disability. It illustrates breast self examination, a mammogram, a Pap
smear and a pelvic examination. The information is presented in a clear and simple manner,
and details what to expect when visiting a gynaecologist. The cassette tape is a sound
recording of the information booklet
CC 613.0424 LET
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Life and love : positive strategies for autistic adults / Zaks, Zosia.
Shawnee Mission, Kan., Autism Asperger Pub. Co. : 2006. viii, 367 p. ; 23 cm.
This book is written specifically for adults who are high-functioning autistic, or diagnosed with
Asperger syndrome. The chapters will help them deal with everything from sensory issues,
disclosure, and surviving at work to getting along better with the spouse or close friend. Another
goal was to make those that are autistic more visible in society. The book uses task analysis to
proactively tackle the many day-to-day activities of life and should help reduce anxiety and
assist readers in gaining independence.
SC/AUT ZAK
P13503
Living well with diabetes : a book about diabetes / Learning Disabilities
Federation.
North Tyneside, Learning Disabilities Federation : 2007. 61 p.
This book has been written for people with intellectual disabilities and their supporters to help
explain what causes diabetes, symptoms of diabetes and the work of the diabetes team at a
health clinic. It follows the story of Di, a women with an intellectual disability living in a home
with friends and staff, who begins to feel unwell and following a visit to the doctor and is
diagnosed with diabetes. She then attends a clinic, her treatment is described and she begins
to follow a healthier lifestyle.
CC 641.5 LIV
P12257
Living with cancer 1 : What is cancer?
Edinburgh, FAIR Multimedia : 2005. 16 p. ; 23 cm. + 1 CD
This booklet is written for people with an intellectual disability. It tells about cancer and ways to
keep healthy. It is accompanied by a read-along audio CD.
CC 610.5 LIV
P13516
Living with cancer 2 : Someone I know has cancer
Edinburgh, FAIR Multimedia : 2005. 12 p. ; 22 cm. + 1 CD
This booklet is written for people with an intellectual disability. It tells what it may mean if
someone you know has cancer, the treatment they may have, and examines how you may feel.
It is accompanied by a read-along audio CD.
CC 610.5 LIV
P13522
Living with cancer 3 : Colorectal (bowel) cancer
Edinburgh, FAIR Multimedia : 2006 2008. 13 p. ; 22 cm. + 1 CD
This booklet is written for people with an intellectual disability. It tells about bowel cancer,
diagnosis and treatment, and gives information on how to keep the bowel healthy. It is
accompanied by a read-along audio CD.
CC 610.5 LIV
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Living with cancer 4 : Skin cancer
Edinburgh, FAIR Multimedia : 2007 2008. 12 p. ; 22 cm. + 1 CD
This booklet is written for people with an intellectual disability. It tells about skin cancer and how
to keep skin healthy. It is accompanied by a read-along audio CD.
CC 610.5 LIV
P13524
Living with cancer 5 : Breast cancer
Edinburgh, FAIR Multimedia : 2007 2008. 16 p. ; 22 cm. + 1 CD
This booklet is written for people with an intellectual disability. It tells about breast cancer, its
treatment and life after treatment. It is acompanied by a read-along audio CD.
CC 613.0424 LIV
P13526
Looking after my balls / Hollins, Sheila; Wilson, Justin.
London, Gaskell Press St George's Hospital Medical School : 2004. 32 p.
This book is designed to help men with intellectual disabilities learn more about their testicles
and how to look after them. The book tells the story of Tom who after finding a lump, goes to his
doctor and has some further tests. The book also explains how to look after testicles and what
changes to look out for. Notes are provided for carers to discuss testicular awareness with the
individual.
CC 610.5 HOL
P10866
Looking after my breasts / Hollins, Sheila; Perez, Wendy; Webb, Beth Ill.
London, Gaskell Press : 2000. 47 p. : col. ill.
This book is designed to help women with intellectual disability to understand what is happening
when going for breast screening. It takes the woman through the various procedures involved
from the initial request to the results of the screening test. It is divided into sections for easy
reference. The breast screening procedure is explained pictorially with the text and helpful
information provided separately for a support person.
CC 613.0424 HOL
P09349
Looking after my heart / Hollins, Sheila; Cappuccio, Francesco; Adeline, Paul;
Kopper, Lisa.
London, Gaskell Press St George's, University of London : 2005. 60 p., ill
Written for people with an intellectual disability this book tells the story of a women who
smokes, drinks and likes party food. When her father dies of a heart attack, and years later she
has chest pains, a friend encourages her to visit a doctor. She refuses and later has a heart
attack and is taken to hospital where her heart is carefully monitored. She is given medication
and advice about looking after herself, and then begins to adopt a healthier lifestyle. The story
is told in pictures alone to allow for individual interpretation. A suggested text is included at the
end of the book. There is also information on the symptoms of heart disease, what causes it
and how it is treated.
CC 610.8 HOL
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September 2014
Looking after your teeth / BRITISH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DISABILITIES
(BILD)
Kidderminster, Worcs., BILD Publications : 1998. 1 audiocassette (6 min.) +
booklet
Good dental care is discussed in an illustrated book and accompanying audiotape. Suitable for
people with an intellectual disability
CC 611.3 BRI
P08317
Managing menstrual care : a resource guide about managing
menstruation for women with intellectual disability / DISABILITY SA;
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA.
[Adelaide], Government of South Australia : 2008. 19 p. ; 21 cm.
Although much information exists on the topic of managing menstration, locating that
information can often be troublesome. This document aims to support Disability SA workers and
parents/carers of young women with intellectual disability through this transition to adulthood by
reviewing available resources and supports.
The document lists the most commonly used and recommended resources on menstrual care
for young girls with disability - at the various services in South Australia dealing with disability. It
also includes useful websites.
CC 613.0424 MAN
P13064
[Medicine] Easy information : using pictures and easy words to make
information easier to understand
Bristol, Norah Fry Research Centre : [2010].
This website provides information explaining what a medicine is for and how it should be taken
using pictures and easy words to make it easier to understand.
http://www.bristol.ac.uk/norahfry/easy-information - Click link to access
Website
My eye care
Epsom, Surrey, Seeability : 2012.
This is a new online information service that aims to increase access to eye care information for
people with intellectual disabilities. Eye health charity Seeability has a dedicated area called 'My
eye care' on this site. It has been created by people with intellectual disabilities and includes
easy read factsheets and videos covering eyecare information. In addition to what happens
during a sight test, the site has links to key aspects of eye health care including advise about
wearing glasses, eye operations and a section outlining the most common eye conditions.
There is a section for people with Down syndrome under 'eye health'.
http://www.seeability.org/myeyecare/default.aspx - Click link to access
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My health action plan / MENCAP.
London, Mencap : [2008]. 85 p.
The Health Action Plan is designed as a way of keeping a record of the health and health care
support of people with an intellectual disability. All health information is recorded in the plan,
which can be used to help people stay healthy and well, take responsibility for their own health,
share information with support persons, ensure regular health checks, and learn more about
what to do to keep healthy. There are sections to record personal information, information
about those who help, communication, medicine, general health, dental care, eyesight, hearing,
sleeping, eating, diabetes, bladder and bowel, epilepsy, mental health, relationships, family and
lifestyle.
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The national center on physical activity and disability (NCPAD) / THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS.
The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability :
A comprehensive information centre on physical activity and disability. This Internet site
promotes participation for all people by adapting indoor and outdoor sports including team and
individual activities to suit people with disabilities. There are video instructions for a wide range
of activities, exercises and team sports for people with either a physical or intellectual disability.
The site also provides the latest news and research on physical activity and disability, as well
as, an international list of organisations that promote recreational activities and suppliers of
sporting equipment for people with disabilities .
http://www.ncpad.org/ - Click link to access
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NSW Council for Intellectual Disability. Easy fact sheets
Surry Hills, NSW, [2014].
This website provides access to health fact sheets, both in standard format for families,
advocates, disability workers and other professionals, and in easy read format for people with
intellectual disability. The fact sheets provide information on how to stay healthy and get good
health care. Topics covered include: visiting the doctor; mental health; medication; going to
hospital; and signs of sickness.
http://www.nswcid.org.au/health/ee-health-pages/easy-fact-sheets.html - Click
link to access
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Pap tests : the plain facts
Carlton, Vic., PapScreen Victoria : 2009. 5 p.; 30 cm.
This booklet is designed to help people understand more about having a Pap test. Suitable for
people with intellectual disabilities, it is also available online at
http://www.papscreen.org.au/downloads/resources/brochures/Pap_tests_the_plain_facts.pdf.
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September 2014
Periods - a practical guide / Rees, Mai; Carter, Charlotte; Myers, Lindsay.
Sedburgh, UK, Me-and-Us Ltd. : 2008. 35 p. ; 21 cm.
This is a training pack to provide women who have an intellectual disability with a practical
visual guide to sanitary protection during their period. It has introductory information on periods
and sections on putting on a pad, changing a pad, and what to do if a pad leaks.
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Ron's feeling blue / Hollins, Sheila; Banks, Roger; Curran, Jenny.
London, RCPsych Publications : 2011. 53 p. ; 21 cm.
This book shows what happens to Ron when he loses interest in doing things because he is
depressed. It also shows how he is helped to feel better. Like many other people he is offered
counselling. An alternative storyline shows him taking antidepressant medication. The story is
told in pictures alone to allow for individual interpretation and is to help people with intellectual
disability if they or someone they know gets depressed. It includes information for those who
support people with intellectual disabilities.
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Seeing and hearing / BRITISH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DISABILITIES
(BILD)
Kidderminster, Worcs., BILD Publications : 1998. 1 audiocassette (8 min.) +
booklet
Uses a well illustrated book and accompanying audiotape to outline problems people may have
with seeing and hearing and what can be done about them. Suitable for persons with an
intellectual disability
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Shut out : the experience of people with disabilities and their families in
Australia : National Disability Strategy Consultation Report : Easy English
version / NATIONAL PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND CARER COUNCIL.
[Canberra], Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and
Indigenous Affairs : 2009. iv, 83 p. ; 30 cm.
The report provides detail on the key barriers and issues facing people with a disability, their
families and carers in Australia and highlights the solutions offered by the submissions. This
report is in an easy to read format. It details how where once people with disability were
physically segregated, they now find themselves socially, culturally and politically isolated. It
explains the problems for people with disability and how many people with disabilities find it
difficult to be seen or heard within the community. It presents ideas for making things better.
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Sonia's feeling sad / Hollins, Sheila; Banks, Roger.
London, RCPsych Publications : 2011. 55 p. ; 21 cm.
Sonia is feeling sad and worried. Her family want to find some help for her and take her to see
the doctor. The doctor gives her antidepressant medication. Sonia does not feel better and
returns to the doctor.This time he decides to send her to a counsellor. After some time to talk
about her worries Sonia feels much better. The story is told in pictures alone to allow for
individual interpretation. It is written for people with an intellectual disability who are feeling
depressed or who know someone else who is feeling sad or worried. It includes information for
those who support people with intellectual disabilities.
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Taking care of myself : a healthy hygiene, puberty and personal
curriculum for young people with autism / Wrobel, Mary J.
Arlington, Tex., Future Horizons, Inc. : 2003. 246 p.
Teaches students with autism and other disabilities the information and skills necessary to live
as healthily and independently as possible. Designed for ages 5 years to adults this book is set
out in simple and precise detail. Uses communication aids and assistive technology to describe
made up stories emphasising social situations that discuss appropriate and inappropriate
behaviour. The key issues focused on are hygiene, health, modesty, growth and development,
menstruation, touching and personal safety and masturbation.
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Teeth - the musical
Somerset, JUMPcuts : 2009. 1 DVD (13 min.)
In this animated musical journey Fred runs away from the dentist because his teeth start singing
to him about the attention he needs to pay to them. Fred goes on to meet Mr Toothpaste and
Mr Toothbrush and learns everything there is to know about teeth and the entire subject of
Dental Hygiene.
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Transition to adult health care : a training guide in two parts
Waisman Centre :
A training guide that can be used in workshops to help young people with special health care
and their parents prepare for the transition into adult health care. The guide is sectioned into
two parts with information for parents and information for young people. Topics include visiting
the doctor, health awareness, filling prescriptions, questions to ask the doctor and health
planners.
http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/hrtw/Adult_Teen.pdf - Click link to access
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Type 2 diabetes : living a healthier life / Speakup Self Advocacy.
Rotherham, Speakup Self Advocacy : 2008. 1 DVD
This DVD, suitable for people with intellectual disabilities, provides good, clear information on
Type 2 diabetes and how it can be controlled through eating right and maintaining an active and
healthy lifestyle. It includes advice on healthy eating, tips to get more active, and where to go
for further help and advice.
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Using medicine safely / BRITISH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DISABILITIES
(BILD)
Kidderminster, Worcs., BILD Publications : 1998. 1 audiocassette (8 min.) +
booklet
An illustrated booklet and accompanying audio tape explain what medicines are, what they can
do, how to take them and possible side effects. Suitable for people with an intellectual disability
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What about Pap smears? / SECCA. SEXUALITY EDUCATION
COUNSELLING AND CONSULTANCY AGENCY.
Perth, Department of Health, Western Australia : [2009]. 33 p.; 15 cm.
This resource has been developed to assist in the delivery of information regarding Pap smears
to women with disabilites. It follows a client through the entire pap smear process in a step by
step manner. It has been designed as a flip chart to aid the educator.
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Why me? Diabetes / DIABETES AUSTRALIA.
Hawthorn, Vic., Business Essentials : [200-?]. 1 videocassette (40 min.)
Presented by Dr. Paul Nisselle, this video answers questions about the different types of
diabetes, what lifestyle changes will need to be made, how to manage and treat the condition
and the myths associated with diabetes. Throughout the video people with diabetes talk about
their experiences and the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise.
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September 2014
Your medication is called ... / ELFRIDA SOCIETY; CAMDEN AND
ISLINGTON COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES. NHS TRUST.
London, Elfrida Society : [200-?]. 15 leaflets
This set of leaflets explains to people with intellectual disabilities what their medicine is for, how
to take it and the possible side effects. Uses simple text and clear illustrations. Covers the
following medications: amitriptyline; trifluoperazine or Stelazine; sulpiride; sertraline or Lustral;
risperidone or Risperdal; paroxetine or Seroxat; procyclidine or Kemadrin; orphenadrine or
Disipal; olanzapine or Zyprexa; lofepramine or Gamanil; haloperidol or Haldol or Serenace;
fluoxetine or Prozac; clomipramine or Anafranil; chlorpromazine or Largactil; carbamazepine or
Tegretol.
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