Liverpool City

Liverpool City Council

Guide to social care services for adults in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council Municipal Buildings, Dale Street, Liverpool, L2 2DH T: 0151 233 3800 www.liverpool.gov.uk

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A.C.E -­ Active Community Enterprise Autism Initiatives Bupa Creative Support CRG Homecare Cross Roads Care -­ Cheshire, Manchester & Merseyside Finch Manor & Grace Lodge Nursing Homes Four Seasons Health Care Henshaws Ideal Care Homes -­ Hurst Park Court Imagine Mental Health Just One L’Arche Liverpool LMH Sheltered Housing Mass Ltd Mencap Mencap Mersey Care -­ NHS Trust Merseyside -­ Fire & Rescue Service Metro Developments Ltd NHS -­ Liverpool Clinical Commissioning Group North West Community Services Nugent Care Options -­ Support | Empower | Enable Riverside Housing St. Michaels -­ Manor & Mount Think South Liverpool U5

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Adult Services and Health Advocacy -­ getting help to have your say Assessment & eligibility Careline Choosing a care home Choosing a care provider Day opportunites and re-­ablement services Day Services Direct payments Domestic violence Drug & alcohol misuse Eligibility for Social care services Employing a personal assistant (PA) Equipment and adaptation Health Advice Healthwatch Liverpool Help to live at home Help with benefits Help with cooking Home care Housing Support Independent advice about home adaptations Is there a charge for equipment and sdaptations Leaving hospital Liverpool Carers Centre Liverpool Lifehouse Mental Health & wellbeing Our Commitment to you Paying for Non-­Residential Care Paying for Residential Care Personal budgets Residential or Nursing Care Safeguarding adults Self-­directed support and personalisation Self-­funders Support for homelessness Support for people living with HIV/Aids Support plans Support workers Supports for carers Telecare Tell us what you think Welcome

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Welcome to Liverpool City Council’s new Adult Services and Health booklet.

Social care is changing. It had to change.

People are living longer, the number of people with caring responsibilities is increasing and, more importantly, people’s expectations have changed.

We hope that you find this booklet useful.

As the social care landscape continues to change we will update it, so please tell us what you would like to see in future editions or what you have found particularly useful.

The time has long gone when people might have accepted being given a one-­size-­fits-­all care package. And the time has long gone when local authorities thought that this is acceptable.

Best wishes,

Now, people want to be part of making choices around their care. They want to make sure that it enables them to stay part of their community and that it supports their independence. To do this they need to have as much information as possible. Also, as the number of older people in the city increases, more people will be involved in planning and choosing care for family members.

In Liverpool, we have plenty of choice but this can sometimes be as overwhelming as it is helpful. We also know that people can find the social care system itself confusing with its assessments and bandings. That’s why we have produced this booklet -­ to give you an idea of some of the services available as well as tell you about what you can expect from the council if you or a family member is referred to us for an assessment.

No matter what service you choose, whether it is provided by the council or from another organisation, in Liverpool you can be confident in the care you receive. The Clinical Commissioning Group and all organisations that provide services on our behalf have signed our Dignity in Care Charter that sets out how you can expect to be treated. To read the charter and also our service standards please visit www.liverpool.gov.uk/council/service-­ standards/adult-­social-­-­ care-­service-­standards/

Cllr Roz Gladden Assistant Mayor of Liverpool Cabinet member for Adult Social Care and Health

Samih Kalakeche Director Adult services and health

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Adult  Services  and  Health Our  aim  is  to  provide  services  and  support  to  people  who  may  need  help  and  support  to  continue  living  independently.  We  provide  services  either  directly  or  through  working  with  other  organisations,  to:  ‡ 2OGHU SHRSOH LQFOXGLQJ SHRSOH ZLWK          dementia  ‡ 3HRSOH ZLWK D OHDUQLQJ GLVDELOLW\ ‡ 3HRSOH ZLWK SK\VLFDO DQG RU VHQVRU\        impairment ‡ 3HRSOH ZLWK PHQWDO LOO KHDOWK ‡ 3HRSOH ZLWK +,9 RU $,'6 ‡ 3HRSOH ZKR PLVXVH GUXJV RU DOFRKRO ‡ &DUHUV We  will  work  with  you  to  provide  services  such  as:  ‡ +RPH FDUH ‡ 'D\ VHUYLFHV GD\ VXSSRUW ‡ 5HVLGHQWLDO RU QXUVLQJ VHUYLFHV ‡ 6XSSRUW IRU FDUHUV ‡ (TXLSPHQW DQG DGDSWDWLRQV

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We  also  provide  support  to  help  people  maintain  their  own  tenancies  through  a  number  of  housing  support  services,  and  work  hard  to  prevent  people  becoming  homeless.   We  can  also  offer  help  and  support  to  people  who  are  victims  or  at  risk  of  domestic  violence.  This  booklet  provides  an  overview  of  some  of  the  services  and  support  available  to  you.   If  you  need  help  and  advice  please  contact  us  through  Careline  on  0151  233  3800. Â

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Careline  &DUHOLQH LV $GXOW 6HUYLFHV DQG +HDOWK¶V contact  centre.  Careline  is  available  24  hours  a  day  seven  days  a  week  and  is  VWDIIHG E\ WUDLQHG DQG TXDOLILHG DGYLVHUV and  social  workers.  Careline  can  provide  information  and  advice  about  the  services  available  from  Adult  Services  and  can  refer  you  for  an  assessment  of  your  needs.  The  adviser  can  also  signpost  you  to  alternative  sources  of  support  in  your  local  area.  Â

You  can  contact  Careline  by  telephone  on  0151  233  3800  or  by  email  at  carelineadultservices @liverpooldirectlimited.co.uk Â

Assessment  and  eligibility  Some  of  the  services  described  in  this  booklet  can  only  be  accessed  following  an  assessment  of  need.  If  you  contact  us  the  advisor  will  discuss  with  you  the  help  and  support  you  need  and  may  make  a  referral  to  Adult  Services  for  an  assessment  or  signpost  you  to  the  most  appropriate  service  to  meet  your  needs.  If  you  need  care  services  you  may  be  asked  to  complete  a  Supported  Self-­  Assessment  form,  and  a  meeting  will  be  arranged  with  a  social  worker  or  assessor  of  personalised  care  to  discuss  your  circumstances  and  what  support  you  think  you  need  to  help  you  live  at  home.   If  you  wish  you  can  be  supported  at  your  assessment  by  a  family  member,  friend,  or  carer.   You  can  also  be  supported  by  an  independent  advocate  if  you  prefer,  and  you  can  find  details  of  who  to  speak  to  about  advocacy  later  in  this  booklet.

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During  your  assessment  we  will  talk  to  you  about  how  you  manage  your  day  to  day  life.   This  will  help  us  determine  if  you  are  eligible  IRU VHUYLFHV IURP XV +RZHYHU HYHQ LI you’re  not  eligible  for  council  funded  support  then  we  will  do  our  best  to  give  you  information  that  should  assist  you  to  improve  your  situation.   If  you  are  eligible  for  services  we  will  work  with  you  and  your  carer  to  develop  a  support  plan.

If  you  are  referred  to  another  agency  they  will  explain  what  their  assessment  process  will  involve  and  what  criteria  you  need  to  meet.

Advocacy  –  getting  help  to  have  your  say  An  advocate  is  someone  who  can  help  you  make  sure  that  you  are  aware  of  your  rights  and  who  can  help  you  exercise  those  rights.   An  advocate  can  help  you:  ‡ $FFHVV LQIRUPDWLRQ DQG DGYLFH ‡ ([SUHVV \RXU YLHZV DQG ZLVKHV ‡ ([SORUH FKRLFHV DQG RSWLRQV ‡ +DYH \RXU LQWHUHVWV UHSUHVHQWHG  ,I \RX DUH UHTXHVWLQJ D VRFLDO FDUH assessment  you  can  ask  for  an  advocate  to  be  present  during  your  assessment  to  help  you  through  the  process.  There  are  lots  of  organisations  in  the  city  who  can  provide  advocacy  support,  some  with  specialist  knowledge  in  particular  areas  such  as  benefits  or  social  care.   If  you  would  like  help  in  finding  an  advocate  +HDOWZDWFK ,QIRUPDWLRQ ZLOO VHDUFK WKHLU resource  directory  to  find  someone  that  can  help  you.  Contact  Healthwatch  Information  on  0300  077  77  007.   You  can  also  search  the  directory  yourself  at  http://fsd.liverpool.gov.uk

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A  Support  Plan  describes  what  you  would  like  to  achieve,  for  example  living  independently  at  home  and  how  you  can  achieve  this.  These  are  called  outcomes  and  this  is  how  we  measure  whether  the  support  you  receive  is  helping  you.  Â

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Your  assessor  will  work  with  you  to  create  your  support  plan  which  will  identify  how  you  will  achieve  the  outcomes  described  in  your  care  plan.   Your  support  plan  can  include  services  provided  by  us  as  well  as  support  you  get  from  family  and  friends.   Â

In  Liverpool  we  only  provide  services  to  people  who  are  assessed  as  having  a  substantial  or  critical  level  of  need.  You  can  find  more  information  on  the  eligibility  criteria  on  our  website  or  by  contacting  the  information  officer  0151  233  4437  for  Adult  Services  who  can  send  you  a  fact  sheet  and  a  copy  of  the  guidance  for  Liverpool.

Some  of  the  services  we  commission  are  not  subject  to  the  councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s  eligibility  criteria,  and  more  information  on  these  services  on  how  to  access  these  services  can  be  found  on  the  city  council  website  www.liverpool.gov.uk Usually  these  services  will  have  their  own  criteria  for  who  they  can  help  and  Careline  can  advise  you  if  the  services  would  be  suitable  for  you.  Â

If  you  are  not  eligible  for  support  we  will  still  give  you  information  and  advice  and  can  signpost  you  to  alternative  services  and  groups  in  your  local  area. Â

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You  can  make  the  referral  anonymously  if  you  wish.

If  you  are  concerned  that  the  person  is  in  immediate  danger  you  should  call  999  and  ask  for  the  Police. Â

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Self-­directed  support  and  personalisation You  may  have  heard  self-­directed  support  or  personalisation  being  talked  about.   In  Adult  6HUYLFHV DQG +HDOWK WKLV PHDQV WKDW ZH ZLOO listen  to  you  and  the  people  who  know  you  well  when  deciding  what  support  would  help  you  live  the  way  you  wish.  We  will  do  our  best  to  help  you  to  find  suitable  support  that  meets  your  needs  and  achieve  the  goals  that  you  have  in  regard  to  your  health  and  wellbeing.  This   may  include  using  different  services  or  providing  support  to  help  you  use  the  right  services  for  you.   You  can  talk  to  your  assessor  about  the  way  for  you  to  get  the  services  that  best  suit  your  needs  and  are  right  for  you.   This  could  either  be  through  services  provided  by  the  council  or  by  using  a  direct  payment  to  purchase  your  own  care  and  support.

Personal  budgets  A  personal  budget  is  the  amount  of  money  that  is  allocated  to  you  to  meet  your  care  and  support  needs  identified  in  your  care  or  support  plan.   Your  personal  budget  can  either  be  in  the  form  of  a  direct  payment  or  as  services  that  are  arranged  by  us. Â

Direct  payments  A  direct  payment  is  a  different  way  of  getting  the  service  that  you  need.   Instead  of  providing  a  service,  Liverpool  City  Council  will  give  you  the  money  which  you  are  then  able  to  spend  on  getting  the  services  you  need  to  achieve  the  outcomes  identified  in  your  support  plan.   A  direct  payment  offers  more  flexibility  and  choice  and  control  in  the  way  your  services  are  provided  than  would  be  available  by  using  the  council  provided  care  and  support.   You  can  choose  the  services  you  use,  who  you  get  them  from  and  when  you  get  them. Â

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Employing a personal assistant (PA) You may decide to use your direct payment to employ a personal assistant (PA).

Employing your own PA means that you can have more control over when and how your care and support is provided.

If you decide to employ a PA you will become an employer and will have some legal obligations. This might sound daunting, but the Self Directed Support Team can help you with all aspects of recruiting and employing a PA including help with payroll and setting up insurance.

There are also independent organisations that can help you with the recruitment and the self directed support team can put you in touch with them.

When you are choosing a PA, you cannot employ someone who lives in the same house as you.

If you would like more information about employing a PA please contact the self directed support unit on 0151 225 3639 or email sdsu@liverpool.gov.uk.

You can find more information about employing a PA on the Skills for Care website at www.skillsforcare.org.uk or by using the interactive toolkit at www.employingpersonalassistants.co.uk

Choosing a care provider If you decide to use your direct payment to employ an agency here are some things that you need to ask before deciding which agency to choose.

All agencies providing personal care must be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) – the social care regulatory body for England.The CQC will also carry out inspections and you can check for any recent inspections on the CQC website.

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If  you,  or  a  member  of  your  family,  are  having  difficulty  getting  around  your  home  due  to  a  physical  disability,  sensory  LPSDLUPHQW RU ROG DJH \RX FDQ UHTXHVW DQ DVVHVVPHQW IRU HTXLSPHQW DQG DGDSWDWLRQV to  make  it  easier  for  you  to  live  independently.  Â

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Independent  advice  about  home  adaptations Mobility  and  Independent  Living  Service  offers  free  independent  information,  DVVHVVPHQW DQG DGYLFH RQ HTXLSPHQW WKDW can  improve  your  independence  and  safety. <RX FDQ WU\ RXW D UDQJH RI HTXLSPHQW on  display.   To  book  in  advance  on  0151  709  0121  or  email  Gavin.Thompson@disabilitypartnership. org.uk 7KH FHQWUH DOVR VHOOV HTXLSPHQW DV ZHOO DV DGYLVLQJ \RX RI WKH W\SH RI HTXLSPHQW WKDW may  help  you.   The  centre  is  just  one  of  the  services  provided  by  Liverpool  Lifehouse.

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Day  services  Day  services  in  Liverpool  have  recently  undergone  a  transformation  and  work  is  taking  place  to  create  new  hubs  where  people  can  take  part  in  activities  and  also  offer  facilities  that  will  be  available  to  the  local  community.   The  hubs  also  provide  a  place  for  people  to  meet  and  go  to  and  take  part  in  different  activities  in  the  local  area.   The  hubs  provide  support  for  people  to  take  part  in  social  activities  but  can  also  support  people  into  education  and  employment.   They  provide  an  opportunity  for  people  to  develop  skills  and  increase  independence.   Day  services  offer  support  to  people  across  all  ages  and  ranges  of  needs.   Â

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Paying for care

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If after your care assessment your assessor recommends residential care, you may be asked pay a contribution to the cost.

The contribution to your care charges is means-­tested and you will only be asked to pay what you can afford.

Your financial assessment will be carried out by an officer from the Benefits Maximisation Service. Your charge is based on your income and savings, and we do not take account of the income of anybody living with you. The benefits officer will also carry out a benefits check with you and any other relevant people involved in your care such as your carer or family members that live with you. This is to help make sure that you are receiving all the benefits you are entitled to.

More information about the financial assessment and fairer charging is available on the city council website at http://liverpool.gov.uk/health-­and-­social-­ care/adults-­and-­older-­people/paying-­and-­ payments/non-­residential-­care/ or by contacting Careline 0151 233 3800.

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To work out how much you can pay, a financial assessment in accordance with WKH JRYHUQPHQW¶V &KDUJLQJ IRU 5HVLGHQWLDO $FFRPPRGDWLRQ *XLGDQFH &5$* ZLOO EH completed.

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For more information contact Careline 0151 233 3800.

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If you have enough income, savings or assets to meet the full cost of your care you will be asked to do so. Individuals who pay for their own care are generally referred to as “self-­funders”.

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Garden Lodge Care Home is located in a residential area of Netherley, Liverpool, within easy reach of shops and other amenities including public transport.

The home has a warm and welcoming environment and is well maintained.

“We have a very caring team who work hard to make everyone feel at home, we have a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the home and we are a 2 star ‘good’ rated home by the CQC”.

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The Home Manager and staff in individual homes receive support, advice and guidance from the experienced Four Seasons team to help them to run their home in a caring and effective way.

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Hurst Park Court is a modern, with shower. Each bedroom also includes purpose built home located in Huyton, a flat screen TV, DVD player, and mini close to local shops and amenities. fridge, access to Freeview and telephone and internet facilities. This, coupled with The home boasts 41 tastefully decorated our highly trained staff who are dedicated bedrooms with bespoke furniture and carers, ensures that Hurst Park Court is a en-suite facilities including a wet room great place to live.

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7HOHFDUH LV D UDQJH RI HTXLSPHQW ZKLFK FDQ help you live at home independently. This can be alarms or sensors that automatically activate to let someone know if you have had a fall for example.

Liverpool City council works in partnership with Wiltshire Farm foods to provide a frozen meals input service.

A Telecare base unit will be installed in your home which is connected to your phone line. This links to a contact centre which is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

A series of sensors are linked wirelessly to the base unit and if one of the sensors is triggered for example if you have a fall, an alarm is activated.

We can identify you from the alarm and speak to you via the base unit to find out what the problem is. We will then take appropriate action, for example, contact your carer or the emergency services.

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Frozen meals are delivered every two weeks to your home for you to store and FRRN DV UHTXLUHG 7KH VHUYLFH LV DYDLODEOH RQ UHTXHVW WR DQ\RQH OLYLQJ LQ WKH FLW\ ZKR LV over 65.You do not need to go through an assessment process.

If you wish to receive frozen meals through this service you should contact Careline on 0151 233 3800. Someone from Wiltshire Farmfoods will visit you when you first UHTXHVW WKH VHUYLFH 7KH\ ZLOO H[SODLQ KRZ the service works and check that you have a suitable freezer and microwave. They will assist you with your first order. They will also give you menus and order forms and tell you which day of the week the meals are delivered in your area.

There is a charge for this service and this charges and how to pay will be explained to you at your first visit. If you need help with shopping there are services available who can help with shopping and putting away food. For information on what is available visit the FSD website fsd.liverpool.gov.uk or contact Careline who can signpost you to services in your area. You can also contact Laridae who work in partnership with us to provide an information and advice service and can search the FSD on your behalf.

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Fewer Units -­

Be Clear on Cancer

There's nothing wrong with enjoying a drink, it’s just how much and how often we enjoy it that counts. Most people don’t realise the negative impact their drinking habits could be having on their lives.

There are many reasons why people might not report changes in their health to the doctor – sometimes they might not recognise the symptoms as being anything significant, or feel embarrassed talking about them, or think that they’ll be wasting their GP’s time.

You don’t even have to be drinking huge amounts of alcohol either;; drinking beyond the recommended daily sensible drinking guidelines can put your health at risk and have a negative impact on those around you;; your partner, your friends, your children and the people you work with 5HFRPPHQGHG OHYHOV DUH XQLWV SHU day for a male and 2-­3 units per day for a female with two alcohol free days each week to give your liver a break.)

Being aware of how much you’re drinking is the first step towards a happier, healthier OLIH 7KH )HZHU 8QLWV 0RUH +DSS\ +RXUV FDPSDLJQ FDQ KHOS \RX DFKLHYH WKLV 9LVLW www.fewerunits.co.uk to find the information you need to understand how your drinking habits can affect your health and your life.

You can also download a Fewer Units app that can help you to keep track of your drinking by setting a daily limit and letting you scan barcodes into a calendar.

Could the whole section begin with the section headed “A few minutes for a healthier future” and be followed by the sections Fewer units and Be Clear on Cancer.

Knowing the signs of cancer could save your life.The ‘Be Clear on Cancer’ campaign was developed to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of bowel, breast and lung cancer and asks people to look out for the following symptoms: Bowel Cancer (for three weeks) %ORRG LQ \RXU SRR /RRVHU SRR 3HUVLVWHQW FKDQJH LQ ERZHO KDELW $EGRPLQDO GLVFRPIRUW $EGRPLQDO OXPS Breast Cancer /XPS LQ \RXU EUHDVW 6NLQ GLPSOLQJ SXFNHULQJ 'LVFKDUJH IURP \RXU QLSSOH Lung Cancer (for three weeks) 3HUVLVWHQW FRXJK $ FKDQJH LQ D FRXJK 8QH[SODLQHG VKRUWQHVV RI EUHDWK Chances are it’s nothing to worry about but if you spot any go to your doctor to get it checked out. You're not wasting anyone's time, and if it isn't serious, your mind will be put at rest. But if it is cancer, early diagnosis can make all the difference. The sooner cancer is detected, the better the chances of successful treatment.

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Mental  health  &  wellbeing  Your  mental  health  is  important.  Some  mental  illnesses,  such  as  depression  and  anxiety,  are  unfortunately  common.  If  you  have  such  an  illness,  it  is  important  to  learn  more  about  mental  health  and  get  the  right  WUHDWPHQW +RZHYHU WKHUH LV PRUH WR JRRG mental  health  than  avoiding  or  treating  mental  illness.  There  is  also  positive  mental  wellbeing.  Many  factors  influence  our  wellbeing  and  evidence  shows  that  the  actions  we  take  and  the  way  we  think  have  the  biggest  impact.  Scientific  evidence  points  to  5  easy  steps  that  we  can  take  to  improve  our  mental  wellbeing.  If  you  give  them  a  try,  you  may  feel  happier,  more  positive  and  able  to  get  the  most  from  your  life.   Connect Connect  with  the  people  around  you,  with  family,  friends,  colleagues  and  neighbours,  at  home,  work  or  in  your  local  community.  Think  of  these  as  the  cornerstones  of  your  life  and  invest  time  in  them.  Building  these  connections  will  enrich  and  support  you  every  day.

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Protecting the most vulnerable Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MF&RS) is committed to working with partners to protect the most vulnerable members of our communities.

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plan/night-time routine. Where specific concerns are identified we provide support, either through direct interventions e.g. the provision of specialist alarms, or through a referral to an appropriate partner agency.

Are you a person or do you know a person who: :: Has a disability. :: Someone who has alcohol or drug issues. :: Someone who is over the age of 65. :: Someone who is living in poverty. :: Someone who is a lone parent/s. :: Someone who has mental health problems. :: Someone who lives alone. :: Someone who smokes.

The more of these factors that people fit into - the more vulnerable they are likely to be. If this is you, or is anyone you know please call our free phone number below where one of our trained staff will help to arrange a Home Fire Safety Check free of charge and possibly to fit free smoke alarms. Call 0800 731 5958 or visit www.merseyfire.gov.uk Advertisement

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There  is  help  available,  you  can  contact Women's  Aid If  you  are  being  abused  or  suffering  indirectly  as  the  result  of  abuse  (a  child  or  family  member),  call  Women's  Aid  24  hour  helpline  on   .  The  Women's  Aid  website  also  has  a  directory  of  local  domestic  violence  services  in  Merseyside  and  the  wider  North  West.

Men's  Advice  Line The  Men's  Advice  Line  is  a  confidential  helpline  for  male  victims  of  domestic  violence  and  abuse.  Whether  you  are  in  a  heterosexual  or  same-­sex  relationship  you  FDQ FDOO 0RQGD\ )ULGD\ 10am-­1pm  and  2pm-­5pm.

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Mersey Care is the provider of specialist mental health care for the people of Liverpool, Sefton and Knowsley.

Our vision is ‘to be recognised as the leading organisation in the provision of mental health, addiction and learning disability care. Quality, recovery and wellbeing will be at the heart of everything that we do’.

Our services are delivered by two clinical divisions – local services and secure services.

Local services include general adult and older adult inpatient and community services; addiction services; learning disability services; brain injury rehabilitation; psychiatric intensive care; eating disorders.

The secure division provides services for people requiring care in conditions of various levels of security – low, medium and high secure services – and criminal justice liaison.

Our highly skilled and dedicated staff are committed to giving the best possible care to our patients and support to their carers and families. We are known for our dedication to upholding the human rights of our service users and working side by side with them in every aspect of the trust and everything we do.

0151 473 0303 Communications Department, Trust Offices,V7 Building, Kings Business Park, Prescot, L34 1PJ www.merseycare.nhs.uk

If you are in crisis you can contact your community mental health team; your GP or visit your local accident and emergency department.

If you need someone to talk to: NHS Direct Telephone 0845 4647 or 111 Trained nurses can give you help and support 24 hours a day.

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Managing common ailments and how to contact a GP in the out of hours period Liverpool Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is encouraging patients in the city to make more use of the GP ‘Out of Hours’ service after research showed there are misconceptions about what the service is, which has led to some patients either delaying treatment or going to Accident and Emergency (A&E).

Did you know that many common ailments, like colds, coughs and flu, can be effectively treated by your pharmacist, saving an unnecessary trip to the GP? But for patients requiring medical attention then the next port of call should be their GP. Local practices are generally open between the hours of 8am-6.30pm on Mondays to Fridays and if the condition cannot wait until the surgery is open, then the Out of Hours service is there to help. It can be accessed 24 hours a day simply by calling your local practice number.

Dr Jim Cuthbert is a local Liverpool GP and Urgent Care lead for Liverpool CCG, the NHS organisation which is responsible for commissioning community and hospital services.

He explains: “We know that some of our patients are still unaware of the GP Out of Hours service in Liverpool and they don’t know that they can speak to a GP outside of normal surgery hours. Some patients believe that calling the surgery out of hours will result in disturbing their doctor, or they will only be able to see a GP who is unfamiliar with their medical history.

“As a result we see many patients attending A&E as non-emergencies, or waiting in pain and discomfort until the next working day to get an appointment with their regular GP. “The Out of Hours service is run by local GPs, most of whom work in practices across Liverpool. Although they may not be your regular GP, in the majority of cases following patient consent, they can access a summary of your medical records and be aware of your main medical history.

“The GP Out of Hours service is one of top rated services in the country and can provide advice over the phone and face to face appointments. Home consultations are available for those who are housebound or are too frail to come to a Centre for a review. You can even seek advice if you are away from home and become unwell.

“We want to make it clear to patients across Liverpool, that local GPs are accessible 24 hours a day – even out of hours and on Christmas Day. So please don’t be worried about calling the GP Out of Hours service, it is there if you need it.”

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Day  opportunities  and  re-­ablement  services In  2011,  Liverpool  City  Council  began  transforming  the  support  services  that  it  provides  for  adults.  After  engaging  with  the  people  who  use  our  services,  their  families  and  carers  as  well  as  the  councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s  staff,  work  is  now  taking  place  on  six  hubs  where  we  will  provide  day  opportunities  and  re-­ablement  services  for  the  whole  city.

Day  opportunities As  people  now  want  to  take  part  in  a  wider  range  of  activities  during  the  day,  the  council  needed  to  expand  the  way  it  offers  support  beyond  traditional  day  centre  services.  Now,  we  are  working  with  people  who  use  our  services  to  make  sure  that  the  support  they  receive  is  exactly  what  they  need  to  achieve  the  outcomes  on  their  support  plan.  So  that  we  can  do  this  to  the  highest  standard,  we  are  re-­modelling  some  of  our  existing  buildings  into  community  hubs  which  will  not  only  provide  the  very  best  environments  for  the  people  who  already  use  our  services  but  can  also  be  used  by  other  groups.  Work  has  already  started  on  transforming  the  former  Lime  Court  day  centre,  on  Upper  Baker  Street,  into  The  Lime.  This  hub  will  have  the  cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s  only  hydrotherapy  spa  and  will  also  feature  a  recording  studio  and  internet  café.  Meanwhile  at  Lancaster  'D\ &HQWUH 5LFH /DQH WKH EXLOGLQJ ZLOO be  improved  and  the  outside  space  will  also  be  extensively  developed.

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Re-­ablement  services As  the  population  continues  to  age,  there  will  be  more  and  more  demand  on  care  services.  In  Liverpool  we  decided  that  providing  services  that  supported  people  to  continue  living  independently,  rather  than  providing  long-­term  residential  care,  would  mean  that  we  could  help  more  people.

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