been how the test has been interpreted in the case law. Whilst the court’s approach in PC v City of York Council [2013] is arguably more person-centred and in the ‘spirit’ of the MCA than the Code’s, it
you looking forward to as lockdown eases? (e.g. seeing family / friends, hairdressing, going out, shopping, travel, help with gardening / house maintenance)Seeing family /friendsHaving a haircutPodiatry
deal is about to finish, but you should also keep a note of when your deal is due to end so you can shop around in advance for the best tariff. See pages 29-31 for more information about finding the best ... pay as you go for gas or electricity. You pay using a key or a card, which you can top up at local shops. If you don’t recharge it, you’ll run out of energy. You can top up by phone if you have a smart prepayment
isolation are growing concerns, along with the loss of local transport and services such as post offices, shops and leisure centres. In light of these challenges, the Age UKs developed a Village Outreach Scheme ... Charlotte’s health and mood deteriorated quickly, leaving her housebound and unable to walk to the shops, visit friends and join in the activities she enjoyed so much. ‘I’m nervous if I go out. I have to
freezing you will need to scatter more of the mixture. Some councils provide free bags, or local DIY shops and larger supermarkets may also sell it. You could also stock up with plenty of food in advance, ... offer warmth, comfort and hydration if you wake early feeling the chill. You could also do your food shopping online and get it delivered to your door. Include a good range of foods in your diet and aim for
Seeing family/ friends Having a haircut Going out Podiatry, other similar appointments Shopping Travel Help with gardening House maintenance Other, please state:_______________
If the person who’s died used to help you with things like washing or getting to the doctor or the shops, see page 22 for information about where to get support. Staying connected After a loss, you might ... died was someone you relied on day-today, then you might be struggling with things like cooking, shopping or dealing with finances. If that’s the case, contact your local council about having a care needs
has reduced mobility. This allows you to use disabled parking spaces, which are often closer to the shops. You can apply for one online at GOV.UK. In Wales, you can apply online at GOV.WALES and in Northern
experience from older people was help from family and friends (37%). This included practical help with shopping and collecting prescriptions, and an appreciation of community spirit, friendship and support, including ... to meet friends and go out, which has improved the quality of life’ ‘Having been “stuck” at home (shopping trips became less attractive) I was delighted to discover a new community facility that was looking
look for advertisements – for example, in a local newspaper or in a community centre, library, or shop; look online – many landlords and letting agencies advertise on national websites such as Zoopla ... should have a good look around the local area to get a good feel for it, including the location of shops and other important services. It may be a good idea to visit the area after dark to see how comfortable