Homelink enables you, as a carer, to receive support and have a well earned day´s respite, knowing that the person
you are looking after receives the very highest standard of care.
This is achieved by :
Provision of respite care giving you a free day each week (additional respite support sessions by prior arrangement to
enable you to attend important appointments)
Individual professional advice and support
Involving you, the carer, in care assessments
Facilitated mutual support with other carers through carers' support meetings
Specialist guest speakers on caring and health topics
Better awareness and support of your own emotional and healthcare needs
Providing a support framework aimed at reducing anxiety, stress and isolation
Advocacy and advice on services and benefits available including assessments of carers' needs
Increased access to other local support services for carers