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Who can have Home Support Services

Debra Mallinson - October 2011
gatewaytocare@kirklees.gov.uk






Who can have Home Support Services

We provide a variety of support services to a range of vulnerable people over the age of 18 years, living in Kirklees, who meet the criteria to get council-funded care.

We provide services to people based on an professional assessment of their needs, by a qualified social worker, community care officer or health professional. This takes into account any personal preferences, cultural and religious beliefs as well as:-
  • physical disability
  • mental health (including dementia)
  • sensory impairment
  • learning disability
We also provide services to people who are recovering from surgery and who need help to get their skills, confidence and independence back.

In addition we provide services withg health professionals to support people who have end of life needs and wish to remain at home.

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