Preventative Services Development Work

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The Preventative Services Development Team provides support for new and existing groups wishing to develop initiatives that support vulnerable adults in living independent, informed and fulfilled lives. The team is funded by Shropshire County Council.

Contact:

• Daphne Simmons - 01743 342161

 

Members of the team are involved in a wide range of initiatives including:

• Groups who help prevent deterioration of people's health and well being
• Support for initiatives to reduce social isolation
• Measures to encourage community involvement in preventative work
• Work to stimulate initiatives that promote people's independence
• Fostering links between low level care services

The team offers a varied support service including practical support and assistance to new groups wishing to develop preventative services such as:

• Good Neighbour Schemes
• Befriending services
• Disability and social support groups
• Advice and support to existing groups
• Training to suit individual groups
• Guidance and support for funding
• The team can help with access to a care development grant to support new initiatives. There is also a Falls Prevention Video available for health professionals/social care who work with older people.
• A member of the team is available to talk to local groups or organisations on Falls prevention and home safety.

Contact Daphne Simmons, Preventative Services on 01743 342161 for further information including details on how to apply for a grant. Alternatively, email: daphne.simmons@shropshire-rcc.org.uk

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