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Recent
studies have shown that social isolation is a major problem for
many older people, especially those who are particularly vulnerable
(i.e. those suffering from Dementia and those with limited access
to social or financial
resources) A recent report from The University of Keele highlighted that a significant minority of older people could be described as being socially isolated and/or severely lonely. The aim of our service is to reduce marginalisation, exclusion and loss of autonomy by promoting social integration / inclusion, independence and participation. Research
has indicated that day services can help people to achieve: |
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Support in staying at home |
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Enhanced quality of life |
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Healthy ageing |
The aim of day services is: |
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To maintain, enhance, restore or develop service user's independence, skills, and well being |
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To alleviate social isolation and to maintain the service user in his or her own home for as long as possible |
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To provide relief to carers under stress, or to support vulnerable adults |
For further information on day care services please contact David Jones, Chief Executive, on 0117 930 0303 or email him at info@bristolcharities.org.uk |
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 David W Jones. Chief Executive. |