Domiciliary Care Service

What does it do?

Bespoke care packages to promote independence at home. Highly trained care staff are also trained in dementia care and provide a range of support from domestic tasks to personal care or support to access community services or activities.

Who it is for?

Adults with physical or mental disabilities (including low-moderate dementia)

Where it is available?

Local service (Newcastle upon Tyne).

What it costs:

Costs vary according to the service required and whether you qualify for social care support via the local authority assessment process.  A financial assessment determines the amount you will be asked to contribute.
 
You can also self-refer and pay for your service privately. Please contact the home care team for further information or advice.

How to access or apply for it:

Contact St Anthony of Padua directly on 0191 2345775 for a self-referral
or contact the Adult Social care Team on 0191 2788312 to check your eligibility for an assessment of need

What to expect then:

After a social care assessment you will be passed on to us for an initial visit which will determine your requirements.

Additional information:

St Anthony’s is a registered charity that provides social care services. When you join us you will be matched with a care worker who has the necessary skills and experience required to give you a quality service. We will hold regular reviews to ensure you are happy with the service and we encourage you to contact the office at any time to discuss your service or that of the person you care for.

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Info last updated:

09/07/2018