DID YOU KNOW about the HANDY VAN SERVICE?

The service is available to those who are aged 60 and over or if you are referred by Derbyshire County Council – Adult Care, Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service, the District or Borough Council, Derbyshire Police, or Derbyshire Primary Care Trust.  Each eligible household can access this free service twice a year.  Please note, some materials may need to be purchased by the occupier.

You can phone and ask for a free visit to your home by your local Handy Van for the following:
- Home fire safety checks
- Smoke alarms provided and installed
- Home security checks        
- Security equipment provided and installed 
- Energy efficiency advice    
- Practical tasks – for example: Changing light bulbs  *   Securing carpets and Rugs  *   Removing and handing curtains   * checking stair rails are secure and appropriate * path and door access clearance * securing tap washers to reduce dripping taps, and other tasks as appropriate.
    
For more information or to arrange a visit, please call your Handy Van Provider by calling Amber Valley – 01773 604426.

You can Call Derbyshire to help you access this service.