The aim of our Home Support Service is to provide help to older people in their own homes to enable them to remain living independently. You will be introduced to a Support Worker who will make a visit of 1-3 hours each week for an agreed period of time. The service is temporary for a period of 3 months to a maximum of 2 years.

Who may use the service

Older People who live within the Bristol boundaries either in rented or owner occupied accommodation, are over the age of 55 years and in need of support. The scheme offers 50 places which will be allocated and prioritized according to the needs of the individual.

What support can we offer

• Maintain the health and safety of the home
• Welfare Checks to ensure well being
• Assistance to report maintenance issues, minor repairs etc.
• Income maximisation checks, completing benefit forms
• Moving & Resettlement activity including support to source furniture, funding, liaising with utility companies, signing on with G.P ‘s. etc.
• Assistance with shopping and running errands
• Help with Life Skills e.g:
  • Food Preparation
  • Advice and prompting on cleaning and hygiene
  • Assistance and advice on budgeting and managing finances
  • Dealing with correspondence
• Support to access social networks
• Accompany to appointments

How can you access the Service?

Referrals can be made by yourself, a relative or a professional. Either complete the Referral form or Contact Support Services. On completion and return of the form you will be contacted by the Service Co-ordinator to arrange an assessment visit.