We support our patients and their families in Cardiff, to ensure they receive the additional support they need during what can be a very difficult time.
We strive for the independence and dignity of each person under our care, along with their carers and families. We work with local Social Services departments and voluntary agencies to make referrals for formal packages of care, respite care and holidays. Other referrals can relate to housing issues. Guidance and advice is also given concerning admission to residential or nursing care homes.
Our team can support and signpost patients and their families, to ensure that some of the worries they are faced with can be resolved.
We can advise on:
Social Care
We can help you by making referrals to Social Services and Voluntary Agencies (e.g. Age Connect) for provision of care packages, respite care, sitting services, community alarms and Telecare service, frozen meals service, day centres and luncheon clubs.
Housing
We can liaise with council housing departments, housing associations and other agencies to assist you with your changing housing needs.
Practical Help
We can make referrals to agencies to assist with tasks in the house and garden.
Transport
We can contact agencies to assist you with transport needs locally and nationally.
Legal
We provide information regarding your legal needs e.g. making a will, funeral information, Lasting Power of Attorney and Guardianship.
Employment
We provide information regarding your employment needs.
Leisure and Education
We provide information on leisure and educational opportunities in and around Cardiff.
Finance
We can assist by helping you apply for benefits e.g. Attendance Allowance and grants. We can also provide information on other financial matters, e.g. holiday insurance, debt etc.
Cultural and Spiritual Needs
We can liaise with ethnic and faith communities e.g. churches, synagogues, mosques and their leaders, relating to your cultural and spiritual needs.
In addition to home visits, we can also assist patients at our centre, Ty Hosbis in Whitchurch, Cardiff for sessions and during our weekly City Hospice Day Centre sessions.
