Overnight Care Services

What are Overnight Care Services?

• Overnight Care Services are part of the Council’s Support at Home Services and is a service for people over 65 years old
• It is a home support service that operates during the night between the hours of 10 pm and 8 am

How does it work?

• A team of two home carers would visit you in your home at agreed times throughout the night
• The type of assistance the home carers provide could include assistance to go to bed, assistance to toilet, assistance with catheter care, or assistance with skin care
• The type of assistance you require would be discussed at the assessment

How do I get this service?

• If you need assistance during the night contact your local social work office to request an assessment of your needs. See here for information on How to Access Services
• A member of staff from Social Work Services will visit you to carry out an assessment of your needs to make sure the service is suitable for you
• If you have a home care service during the day the cost of this service will be included in your Home Care Charge
• If you do not have a home care service during the day the charge for this service will be discussed with you. Information on charging is available.

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