Carephones
A Carephone can offer you that peace of mind.
Information about cost and what you need to do to fit one and the time it will
take. |
Care
homes search
Search for a care home in Kirklees and view detailed
information in order to make a choice which suits your needs. |
Direct payments
Following an assessment, of your social care needs, you can choose to have a direct payment to purchase your own support. |
Home care
Information about the home care service. |
Home care payment card
Information about how to pay for your home care charges. |
Housing
In Kirklees, the council provides two types of supported housing for older people. |
Help for you when you leave hospital
This is a service from The Home Care Enabling Team which will help you to get the assessments and support you need when you are leaving hospital. |
Keeping warm in winter
There is a direct link between cold weather and the higher death rate, especially amongst older people and others in at-risk groups. Advice on preventing hypothermia. |
Incontinence laundry service
The incontinence laundry service helps people to cope with the problems this causes when living in their own home. |
Leaving hospital
When your consultant decides that you do not need to remain in hospital, we will aim to move you on as soon as possible. |
Living independently
Information about adaptations, disability equipment and services which help you to get around and about. Also advice on your rights. |
Meals on wheels
Delivers a meals service to your home. |
Meeting your needs
How to secure an assessment and get advice on benefits, daycare, rehabilitation, residential care and paying for a short term break. |
Occupational therapy
Occupational therapy helps people live more productive lives. It enables people with disabilities to carry out essential activities, with the aim of maintaining or improving independence. |
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