Living Independently
A range of solutions and advice to maximise your independence
- Looking After Myself
- Support After Leaving Hospital
- Living Safely at Home and Looking After My Home
- Housing Support
- Supported Living
- Caring For Someone
- Paying For Care and Money Matters
- Keeping Warm
Looking After Myself
We know how important it is to people to be able to maintain their quality of life and live as independently as possible in their own home for as long as they can. There are a number of service to support you to look after yourself
Good nutrition is important at any age, but many people don’t eat properly because they are experiencing problems preparing food or feeding themselves.
Support After Leaving Hospital
The Home from Hospital Team is a small team of home carers who can help you once you have returned home from a stay in hospital to get back on your feet again.
Living Safely at Home And Looking After My Home
For many people, moving around their home and carrying out daily living tasks is an ongoing problem, perhaps due to illness, a disability or because they are growing older and becoming less mobile. They may be at increase risk of accidents like falls, which can have consequences for their independence.
For people struggling with household tasks, there are a number of services available
Housing Support
Housing-related support services for people who need help to live independently and safely
- Housing Support - including sheltered housing and council tax benefits
Supported Living
Services at home and in the community which provide a bit of extra support for people who need some help with personal or practical care, and who may also have difficulty in getting out and about by themselves
Caring For Someone
You may be a carer for someone or you may be the cared for person. Husbands and wives may be carers for each other. Support is available to help you continue in your role.
Paying for Care and Money Matters
Keeping Warm
Cold homes have a significant impact on people’s health but rising utility bills and low income can mean people are living in fuel poverty.
