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difficult to see a doctor that I just don’t bother […] I get the impression that primary care services will never return to pre-pandemic levels’ Others found accessing help so difficult for family members that ... normal day to day functions is impacting on their mental health. ‘Not getting any information on when I will get my hip replacement operation. So not being able to do my daily duties is having a detrimental
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longer-term aim to improve vulnerability data-sharing between multiple utilities, with the hope that there will eventually be a single point for people to register for additional support in a range of essential ... which may be a helpful starting point. (2.19-21) 17. Further, as services move online, suppliers will need to think of new ways to identify potential vulnerabilities and not rely solely on the customer
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understanding of independent professional advocacy Learning outcomes At the end of this module learners will: 1. Be able to describe what advocacy is and why it is important 2. Have identified the key principles ... the well-being principles and duties of the Act Learning outcomes At the end of this module learners will: 1. Have explored the issues of choice and control for individuals requiring an Independent Professional
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and solid fuel safety Gas and solid fuel problems can go unnoticed, but some straightforward checks will keep your home safer and reduce the risk of an accident. Organise a yearly gas appliance check It’s ... leave the chain on all the time if there’s a chance that carers, family members or emergency services will need to get in. • Get advice from a locksmith about how best to secure patio doors and French doors
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living in poverty and disadvantage may have a greater need for health, care, and other services which will have an impact on the costs of public services. In order to assess the level of poverty and to monitor ... As many older people rely on benefits in retirement, the lower after housing costs poverty rates will reflect the fact that pensioner means-tested benefits tend to be higher than those for younger age
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the people of Wales. The contribution of the arts to the social care of our older fellow citizens will be a central feature of our efforts and vision for the future. It is a great pleasure to welcome and ... stage. - A cARTrefu activity pack was developed and distributed to all care homes in Wales. The pack will be made available online so it can be shared more widely and to meet demand from health and care professionals
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of us. And that makes addressing loneliness complex. Most of us will experience loneliness at some point in our lives, but for many it will be transitory. Sadly though, for a growing number of older people ... readily reveal their needs.13 There is concern that without explicit targeting, loneliness initiatives will only serve people with a more naturally outgoing nature and those who may be more able to support
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are a useful tool to encourage and track progress and inform decision-making, however the challenge will be to see how these frameworks effect change in the long term. Close involvement of service users ... REVISE REPLACE REMOVE Please describe your proposed change, including how this REVISION will improve, strengthen or better align the indicator? Change data source Change definition Change methodology
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published a call for evidence on ‘Designing the broadband universal service obligation’.1 The findings will influence Ofcom’s advice to the Department for Culture Media & Sport on the design of the broadband ... of accessing essential public and private services. However, for some older people, online access will be the best way to access essential services, including applying for benefits and housing. This choice
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Government and others hear from older people about your experiences and what matters to you. This survey will take 15 minutes to complete. Your response is anonymous but if you want us to contact you about the ... Yes e No, I’ve applied but I’m not eligible e No, I’ve never applied e I’ve never heard of it but will try applying now e I’ve never heard of it and won’t apply More than £200m worth of pension credit
