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Care At Home

Information on this page has been compiled mostly from booklets supplied by Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin.

Adaptations of homes

If you need advice on adaptations such as installing hand rails, ramps, etc. to make life easier for elderly or disabled people, contact Occupational Therapists, Borough of Telford & Wrekin, Social Care Services, Derby House, Lawn Central, Telford, TF3 M2JA. Phone 01952 381380.

Aid Call

Alarm scheme run by Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin for more information phone 01952 200010

Community Alarm Scheme

For more information on local alarm schemes please contact 01952 587749.

British Red Cross

HOME FROM HOSPITAL - short term support and practical assistance for people going home from a stay in hospital. Phone 01743 280070.

Carers Contact

Supports informal carers and provides information on local support and how to find your way around the system. Links carers to other people who can help and runs local support groups. Email admin@carerscontact.org.uk. See the website at "http://www.telfordandwrekincvs.org.uk". Phone 01952 240209.

Community Equipment Services

Unit D3,D4,D6 Hortonwood Telford Phone 01952 603838.

Community Meals Service

Provides either hot or frozen meals to the elderly, anyone with a physical disability and/or sensory impairment living in the Borough of Telford & Wrekin. Phone 01952 381280.

Crossroads

Provides respite care for carers. Phone 01952 812434.

Equipment Loan

For short term equipment contact:-
Community Equipment Services, Unit D3,D4, D6 Hortonwood, Telford - 01952 603838.
Independent Living Partnership - 01743 210820.
British Red Cross - 01743 280070.

Help in the Home - Home Care

LOW LEVEL PREVENTATIVE SUPPORT SERVICE.
This service helps older people remain independent - for further information please phone 01952 381280.

Home Improvement Agency

Helps elderly and disabled people with small practical jobs. Phone 01952 381855.

Library

For general information and special services available for older/disabled people (including mobile services and housebound) - contact 01952 382915.

Occupational Therapists

Can help and advise on aids and adaptations in the home. Darby House, Lawn Central, Telford phone 01952 381380.

Rehabitat Shop

Sells aids for older/disabled people - situated at the Princess Royal Hospital - phone 01952 641222.

Shropshire Wheelchair Users & Carers Group

Gives advice and information on all aspects of wheelchair use - contact 01952 504126.

Supporting People

Funds housing related support services(including Community Alarms and Sheltered Housing) for older people in the Borough of Telford &Wrekin to assist them to live independently in the community. For information 01952 381905.