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Age Cymru is the national charity for older people in Wales.
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the research This is Age Cymru’s second annual report on delays in access to social care in Wales for people aged 55 and over. Last year our dementia advocacy project, HOPE (Helping others to participate ... Age Cymru Advice were all reporting worrying delays in older people being assessed by social care for their needs, as well as delays in sourcing care packages once an assessment had been completed. A year
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unclaimed by thousands of veterans in Wales each year – support which rightfully belongs to those who have served their country, and which could help transform their lives.
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the decision making process, and we can support and represent them without any conflict of interest For most people, making their own decisions and choices is a matter of considerable importance. Being part ... freedom. This principle is at the heart of advocacy services for people living with dementia. The need for advocacy for people with dementia, who face complex issues around social exclusion and deteriorating
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mental health and wellbeing of veterans. Claire Morgan and Jane Healey of Carers Wales highlight how the health of unpaid carers can be negatively impacted by their caring role. The article by Sara Walters ... article Bethan Edwards from Marie Curie Cymru focuses on the support available to people across Wales who have been bereaved.
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Cymru to be there for older people during these uncertain times. The support and services we provide is now more vital than ever, so we need your company to help us be there for the millions of older ... challenging times, there are more older people turning to Age Cymru for support, and we are working around the clock to be there for the people who need us. Unfortunately, these same challenges are also threatening
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1 Consultation response Plan for transforming and modernising planned care and reducing waiting lists For the Senedd’s Health and social Care Committee June 2022 Introduction Age Cymru welcomes the ... predominantly those most affected by delays in this area. We are very pleased to see that the plan for transforming and modernising care includes many developments that will over time help older people’s
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Decision making process for determining need for Independent Professional Advocacy (IPA) for adults under the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 No requirement for local authorities and health ... of IPA under the SSWb Act, but consider other forms of support and advocacy. Is the person eligible for IMCA? In partnership with the person, determine which form of advocacy is most suitable, including
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617 333 0300 111 3333 For more information visit: www.agecymru.org.uk www.ageconnectswales.org.uk www.careandrepaircymru.org.uk Falls Risk Ask Act Now Contact your pharmacist for a medication usage review ... are able to take on the activity/pursuit? Watch alcohol intake. Telecare might give you and family/carer peace of mind if you are worried about falling. Have you thought about trip hazards in your home?
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volunteer. It’s a journey I have found enjoyable, challenging and stimulating in equal measure. For a start my efficiency with Zoom has had to increase exponentially! The joy of volunteering in a global ... caring family - growing and learning together as we reach out to offer hope to those who need it.’ This piece was written for the newsletter by Caroline, one of our volunteers from Carmarthenshire. She
