Publications

Current Publications

LIVING easy – Disability and Mental Health Support, Northumberland

Annual local handbook for adults with long term health conditions, physical, sensory or learning disabilities. Local, regional and national information on Social Life, Work Life and Money, Transport, Independent Life and Health Support. Northumberland and some Newcastle coverage. A5. Softback. 76 pages. Free, ©2013

‘Carers frequently cite lack of information as a major barrier to peace of mind and confidence for themselves and the person they care for. A single, current source of information can be the most valuable tool they possess, and Alabaster Publishing’s track record of producing relevant guides puts you in an ideal position to make this happen.’ Chief Executive, Carers Nothumberland

The Golden Guide – Northumberland

Annual local handbook for older people. Local, regional and national information on Leisure Activities, Home and Community, Health and Wellbeing, Care, Money Matters. A5. Softback. 92 pages. Free.
Northumberland County, ©2013.

“Everyone I ask mentions the Golden Guide—it is clearly a key resource for older people” – Information Auditor Northumberland Co Council

The Golden Guide – Stockton-on-Tees

Annual local handbook for older people. Local, regional and national information on Leisure Activities, Home and Community, Health and Wellbeing, Care, Money Matters.  A5. Softback. 80 pages. Free.
Borough of Stockton-on-Tees, ©2012.

“It’s my bible on home visits, I’m always using it – there are so many good numbers in it. I really do keep a copy with me all the time” – Stroke Association Family Support Service

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Money guide

For certain areas or age groups.  Local, regional and national information on Maximising your Income, Pensions, Benefits, Savings and Investments, Debt, Credit and Loans, Tax, Insurance, Legal Affairs, Consumer Issues.  A5. Softback. 80 pages. Free.
Titles: Golden Guide to Money for Older People, Stockton, ©2009.  In the Money County Durham (all ages) ©2010.

“I use these all the time. Everyone recognises them as being very useful , I sent one out to a lady who was newly retired and having pension credit difficulties – she thought it was brilliant.” Tees Credit Union – Financial Inclusion Officer

Exercise and personal fitness handbook

It’s Never too Late to Feel Great: Exercise, personal fitness and sport for over 50s in the District of Easington.  One-off directory.  Carries information on Exercise and Your Health, Leisure Centres, Directory of Activities, Clubs and Sports, Help for Clubs and Community Activities, Tips for Healthy Living.A5 softback. 48 pages. Free. ©2008.

“Incredibly useful, lots in it that people didn’t know about before—including ourselves!”
NHS Health Trainer, Easington

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Backlist as Clever Clogs Publishing

Older People

Annual local handbook for older people. Local, regional and national information on Leisure Activities, Home and Community, Health and Wellbeing, Care,

Money Matters.“Our Older Carers’ group thinks these are the best thing they’ve ever had—they like this guide so much better than lots of separate leaflets that get lost—where can we get more copies?” George Hardwick Foundation, Carers’ Centre, Stockton on Tees.

Golden Guide Northumberland. 4th ed. ©2010

Golden Guide to Money for Older People. Stockton on Tees. ©2009
Also produced as audio guide for people with visual impairment. ©2009

Golden Guide Stockton. 2nd ed. ©2008
Also produced as audio guide for people with visual impairment. ©2009
It’s Never too Late to Feel Great: Exercise, Personal Fitness and Sport for Over 50s in Easington. 1st ed. ©2008

Young people

Pocket-size directories for 13-19 year olds.  Local, regional and national information on services and facilities for young people covering their social life, personal life, working life, home life, health.

“There’s been a huge response from organisations asking for more copies, as it’s been incredibly popular with workers, young people and their parents/carers” Teenage Pregnancy Coordinator, Darlington

 

The Wise-Up Guide, Hartlepool. 2nd ed. ©2007

The Small Print Guide, Stockton on Tees. 2nd ed. ©2006

Lowdown on County Durham. 2nd ed. ©2005

Pocket Guide to Services for Young People in Redcar & Cleveland. 2nd ed. ©2005 Also Produced as teacher’s resource on CD ©2005

Flip Guide to Easington. ©2004. Produced for web ©2005

Downloading Darlington. 2nd ed. © 2004

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Children

Directories and guides for families.  Local, regional and national information for families with babies and children up to age 11, covering Children’s Activities, Things to Do, Health and Wellbeing, Childcare, Pre-School, Play and Education, Schools and Learning, Days Out, Birthday Parties.

“Many thanks for delivering another batch of guides.  Unfortunately we have already run out and need more.  These booklets are so popular, they first appeared four years ago and we couldn’t keep up with demand then” – County Durham Library service

Baby Data Handbook for young parents in Durham and Chester-le-Street. ©2008

The Clever Clogs Children’s Guide, County Durham. ©2007

Derwentside for Under Eights. ©2004

Chester-le-Street for Under Eights. ©2004

Darlington for Under Eights. 2nd ed. ©2004

Easington for Under Eights. 2nd ed. ©2003

Hartlepool for Under Eights. 2nd ed. © 2003

Wear Valley & Teesdale for Under Eights. 2nd ed. ©2003

Sedgefield for Under Fives. ©2002

Specialist Publishing for Familiy, Health and Community