Next Steps

"Day care and support services are intended to support people with a diagnosis of dementia at any stage of their journey as long as they wish to attend and the facilities are suitable for that individual"

Next Steps

All potential users will be invited to view the service with their carer and to stay for refreshments and if they wish to book a free taster session of approx. four hours without the carer in attendance this can be arranged with the manager on duty.

  • Those who are unsure about the service can book for a shorter period than the standard six-hour day (10-4) for example go home after lunch so attend 10 until 2. A minimum purchase of two hours is required, additional hours outside of the standard 10 to 4 can also be purchased as and when required but need to be booked in advance. The rates are set out in the service agreement signed at the assessment and also under the costs section of the website.
  • Person centered care will be delivered following a full assessment from which the individual care and support plan will be produced taking into account the needs, requests and preferences of the individual but preserving their independence.
  • Individual risk assessments will be produced in consultation with the carer and individual weighing up the risk and safety factors to ensure where practicable ambition can be fulfilled without danger.
  • People with dementia will be encouraged to make their own choices and take control of the care and support they receive by being invited to attend regular reviews.
  • In order to provide holistic care staff will build relationships and links with relevant health and social care agencies, professionals and voluntary sector services.
  • Details of the service are provided in the Day Care and Support Service Guide given out when the user first views the service.
  • Dementia First supports personal budgets, whether they are local authority controlled or not and payment terms and options are clearly stated in the service user agreement that is signed upon commencement of the service.
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