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Barnet Independent Living Service (BILS)

Contact Details

Address:

The Concourse
Grahame Park Estate
Colindale
London
NW9 5UX

Telephone:

020 8359 3750

Alternative Telephone:

020 8359 3456

Fax:

020 8205 8604

Barnet Independent Living Service (BILS) offers specialist support to adults with a range of physical and sensory impairments.

BILS works in partnership with individuals and other organisations to help people reach their potential and get the most out of their life.

The support offered covers three main themes based on each individual’s needs.

• Rehabilitation and enablement – staff can offer advice and information on particular health conditions and disabilities as well as home Telecare options, using sensors and other technology.

• Employment and training – staff can offer support needed to help people enter the workplace or volunteer in a safe environment. Help is given to access training or college course, develop IT skills, improve their CV and guide them through the interview process.

• Promoting independence – to enable people to take part in activities they enjoy giving them access to a range of sport and leisure activities.

BILS is provided by Your Choice Barnet – part of The Barnet Group.

Organisation

Barnet Independent Living Service (BILS)

Category

People with a visual impairment

Additional Information

Referrals to Your Choice Barnet can be made by anyone, including the person requiring support or information, Adult Social Care & Health staff, family members or home support staff. Please contact Barnet Independent Living Service for a referral form.

Opening Hours

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Sub-categories

Support Organisations » General support organisations
Support Organisations » People with hearing difficulties
Support Organisations » People with a visual impairment