We understand that you don’t always have the family and friends around you to help you stay safe and
independent in your home.
Whether you need help to tackle everyday life tasks, a friend to talk to or you would like to join a local community activity
– We can help you!
Our Support Service helps you build confidence and get the assistance you need to continue to live a happier, more independent life.
You will be referred to a Befriending Reablement Officer (BRO) who will assess your needs and help you set goals as part of a personal support plan. They will support you with things like; managing and planning your finances and how to tackle the everyday barriers you face.
Not everyone requires a support plan – in this case, you will be referred onto an Activity Programme or our Friendship Service.
Your friendly ‘BRO’ will meet with you for a couple of hours each week to assist you and help you build confidence and independence.
This might include referring you onto an Activity Programme or other services (e.g. anxiety therapies etc).
You can self-refer, be referred by a relative or carer or you can be referred by a doctor, social worker or district nurse. Currently, eligibility for this service will depend on where you live.
Once we have received your referral, we will arrange a convenient time for one of our BRO’s (Befriending and Reablement Officers) to contact you.