Simplifying access to advice & support

Simplifying access to services, advice and support.

Date Published: 27/07/2022

If you are familiar with The Bury Directory you will know that we are committed to supporting local people, providing them with access to information, advice, and services. If this is your first time here, welcome aboard!

We bring information, advice, and services together in one place. With a focus on Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle, Adult Social Care, and Children, Young People and Families. There should be something for everyone.

We are always looking at ways we can improve our service and enhance your experience with us. Our latest development is finally here, and The Bury Directory are excited to launch ‘A Better You’, our new digital self-help tool, which is just part of our wider offer, empowering local people to self-care and improve both their physical health, and mental health and wellbeing.

‘A Better You’ has been created with the health and wellbeing of Bury residents in mind. Here in Bury, we want you to live a happy and healthy life, and with the help of this fantastic resource, you can now access the information, advice and support you need quickly and easily, so you can start taking positive steps towards a better you today!

What is Self-Care and why is it Important?

The World Health Organisation defines self-care as “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a healthcare provider.”

Self-Care covers everything relating to staying physically and mentally healthy from hygiene and nutrition to seeking medical care when required. Everything you do is a small step contributing towards taking care of your own health and wellbeing, whether it improves physical health, emotional health, or both.

Take a look at our ‘Self Care for Bury Residents’ page where you will find useful self-care information for people living in Bury, including top tips and useful local services that can offer support.

Or keep reading to find out more about ‘A Better You’ and how it can help you make positive changes to your life!

Who can use the tool?

‘A Better You’ is available to people living in Bury, including Whitefield, Radcliffe, Prestwich, Tottington and Ramsbottom, and carers who support Bury residents. A professional such as a social worker or Carer, or even a family member or friend can also complete it on your behalf should you wish. You will need to enter a valid post code to start your journey.

How can I access the tool?

‘A Better You’ is hosted on The Bury Directory website and can be accessed here at a time convenient for you. Remember, our services are available all day, every day.

Our website is accessible on both desktop and mobile devices including PC, laptop, tablet, and smart phone. All you need is internet connection.

Bad connection? Likely to be on the go with limited access to the internet? Use wifimap.io to plan ahead and find out where you can access an internet service nearby using free wi fi, or check out one of Bury’s Digital Hubs across the borough of Bury for free where you can also use the digital equipment.

Find and access services and information and advice quickly

The tool is quick and easy to use and can be competed in under 15 minutes. If you are looking for information and advice you can simply ADD these to your personalised wellbeing booklet which will be generated at the end. You can save or print the booklet for future reference or access it again at any time if you have a Bury Directory account. If you decide to complete one or more self-referrals, these will be sent instantly to the appropriate service, who will then contact you directly.

How does the tool work?

‘A Better You’ encourages you to reflect on various aspects of your life that can affect your physical or emotional wellbeing. As you progress through the tool you will have the opportunity to identify areas where you feel that you would benefit from some information and advice, and/or some further support from one of the many local services available to you in Bury.

Based on your answers, you will be presented with useful resources from information held on The Bury Directory, that you can ADD to your personalised wellbeing plan, a long with the opportunity to self-refer to relevant services who will work with you to identify suitable interventions based on individual need.

What support is available?

The tool can provide you with information, advice and access to services across 9 wellbeing categories. Explore what help is available by clicking on each of the categories listed below:

Ready to Improve your physical & mental health and wellbeing?

If your answer to this question is ‘yes’ then hit the button below and give ‘A Better You’ a go today and see what useful information, advice and support is available to you.

Take me to aBetterYou

Be Self Care Aware

Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing

Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle in Bury

Self Care for Carers

Wellbeing Videos