Category Archives: Carers
Bed cuts blow for dementia families
Published on Sunday 27 January 2013 16:00
Mental health workers and carers have hit out at plans to cut the number of beds available for dementia patients in the Lancaster district.
Families of dementia sufferers also reacted angrily to suggestions that new technology could bridge the distance gap if patients are sent to a new unit in Blackpool saying: “You can’t hold hands with an iPad”.
Mental health service provider Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust is proposing two options as part of streamlining measures, which would see the closure of the Altham Meadows Assessment Unit in Morecambe.
Shopping centre auction raises thousands for learning disability charity
By Emma Hardwick, Reporter Sunday, January 27, 2013
8:00 AM
BIDDERS dug deep into their pockets to raise money for a “fabulous” local charity.
Members of the public spent one month bidding on an online auction, organised by the Howard Centre, in Welwyn Garden City, for Jubilee House, which helps young people with learning disabilities.
Chief executive Catharine Hopper was awarded the cheque in the shopping centre by members of staff who organised the auction late last year.
She said: “It is really good that local businesses have worked together to support a local charity.
Croydon Council to host carers day
Being a carer is a very busy and demanding job, which can offer little respite.
12:00pm Saturday 26th January 2013 in News
An information day where carers can find out about the help and support available to them will take place next month.
Those looking after someone with an illness or disability will have the opportunity to discuss their caring situation with more than 50 organisations that offer services to carers in Croydon.
Advice and information will be available on issues including benefits and financial advice, transport, leisure activities and holidays.
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