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Unit 7 & 8
Silverwood Court
Farfield Estate
Manvers
Wath-upon-Dearne
Doncaster
S63 5DB

Tel: 01709 877 688
Fax: 01709 878 027
E-mail: annwilliams@redcross.org.uk
Website: www.redcross.org.uk

Description:
Provides a short term support for people discharged from hospital to their home.
Eligibility: Must reside in/or be registered with a GP in DMBC area.
Referral: By telephone, Hospital staff, Social Worker, Intermediate Care, Self.
Cost: Service is free of charge.

Aims:

We aim to help people regain their confidence and independence.

Activities:
Have trained volunteers who visit/support and can help with:

  • Social - check and chat.
  • Check discharge and follow up concerns.
  • Essential light household duties and shopping.
  • Signpost to other services.
  • Undertake talks to groups about their service.

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