Care Homes
Contact Gloucestershire County Council's Adult Helpdesk for guidance regarding local care homes on 01452 426868.
As a carer it can be difficult to make the decision to go on holiday or take some time away from the person you care for. It is always important to remember that this time away can renew your energy and confidence in dealing with your demanding caring role. This is known as respite. If you make the decision to choose respite here are listing of care homes for Gloucestershire. This information has been taken from the website of the Care Quality Commission which is the independent regulatory body of health and social care in England. Your Care Home is an organisation that can provide an extensive online research facility for anyone looking for a care home. Dementia web has no control over external websites' content.
Dementia web has produced a factsheet giving guidance about care homes.
Relatives and Residents Association
The Relatives & Residents Association is a national organisation working to promote the wellbeing of older residents of care homes through:
- Support & Information via the phone helpline 020 7359 8136
- Carrying out project work that focuses on specific issues
- Influencing policy and practice
- Free monthly magazine
- Working with local relatives & residents′ groups in care homes
More information is available on The Relatives & Residents Association website.
Independent Financial Advice About Funding Care
This online support is provided by Partnership Life Assurance Company Ltd. It provides impartial information and advice to anyone with questions about funding long term care.
Alternatively you can speak with Age UK Gloucestershire, they have factsheets on funding or if you prefer to speak to someone, contact: 01452 422 660.
