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What our Dementia Advocates won’t do • Manage your money, shop for you, or give you any advice relating to finances • Give you their opinion or advise you on decisions • Submit benefit claims for you • ... you to have access to them if you wish. If you feel you’re at risk of harm or abuse or neglect, we can look at ways to help you feel safe. We welcome all feedback about our service. If you have any comments
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choices, be involved, share experiences, raise awareness of advocacy, and develop skills and knowledge. What does HOPE deliver? HOPE delivers independent advocacy support at a community level through a ... older people (50+) and carers across Wales. HOPE staff and volunteers also engage with communities who can guide us to make sure the service we provide is right for the needs of older people and carers in their
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AgeUKIG52 Extra money if you’re looking after someone. Carer’s Allowance. 2 Am I a carer? The word ‘carer’ means different things to different people. You might not think of yourself as one, but if you ... difficult to manage without your support, then you’re a carer. Many people mistakenly believe they can’t claim Carer’s Allowance. But as a carer, you might be eligible for it. Good to know. This guide is
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with and listening to older people in different circumstances has given us a wealth of knowledge on what they want and think, including on consumer issues. In 2015 we held three workshops to hear people’s ... people who participated in our workshops in Derby, Newcastle upon Tyne and Norfolk, for giving their time and generously sharing their experiences and thoughts. Thanks also to Age UK Derby & Derbyshire,
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2023 3 Contents What this guide is about Mental capacity 6 Types of power of attorney Lasting power of attorney (LPA) 9 Other types of power of attorney 13 Choosing your attorney Who should I choose? 15 How ... mental capacity What if I haven’t set up a power of attorney? 22 What if no one can speak for me? 24 Protecting your rights in a care home or hospital 25 Useful organisations 26 4 What this guide is about
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During the lockdown I was part of a shielded group Yes No A2. During the lockdown I lived with someone who was part of a shielded group Yes No A3. During the lockdown I was self isolating ... isolating Yes No A4. I live alone Yes No A5. I access the internet Yes No If yes, I access the internet via: Computer Smart Phone Tablet If no, do you think it would have been helpful
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AgeUKIG07 What to expect when you go into hospital, while you’re there and when you’re discharged. Your hospital stay. 2 We’d love to hear from you. 1) Join our Readers’ Panel. Have your say and be involved ... produced with the help of older people, carers and expert peer reviewers. Published: May 2023. 3 Contents What this guide is about 4. Going into hospital Planned admissions 6. Getting to your appointment 8.
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Words Creating an age friendly Wales Poetry Bingo Poetry can feel intimidating sometimes. Playing Poetry Bingo encourages people to suggest their favourite poems, as well as creating something new from ... poetry It can be scary looking at a blank page and trying to write a poem. This exercise gives people a good starting point to work from. 1 Creating an age friendly Wales Words Birds Birds can be a great
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Date………………………. 2 Professional and personal behaviour of volunteers. Our behaviour and actions can easily be misinterpreted. We’re all limited by our experience and understanding. Be mindful of the ... contact details. • Don’t accept or give gifts unless approved by the care home • Don’t spend excessive time with one resident which may favour one person or exclude others • Language should be appropriate and
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peer reviewed by Dementia UK. Published: June 2023. 3 Contents. What this guide is about. Looking after yourself. 5. About dementia. What is dementia? 8. Getting a diagnosis. 10. Dealing with a diagnosis ... and advice. 14. Talking to family and friends. 16. Doing things together. 18. Practical things you can do. Legal affairs. 20. Carer’s Allowance and other benefits. 22. Dealing with money. 24. Home. 26.
