Monthly What’s On Guide and bi-annual newsletter. Email Westernisles@alzscot.org to join the mailing list.
Tagsa Uibhist – Care at Home & Respite
Flexible home care and respite. Care Manager: Sarah.
Power of Attorney (Living Will)
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document granting someone you know and trust the authority to make decisions on your behalf if you lose capacity. The NHS Western Isles information page explains POA, registration with the Office of the Public Guardian, possible Legal Aid eligibility, and hosts a series of 6 short films made with local solicitors. See also mypowerofattorney.org.uk.
Citizens Advice Bureau – Stornoway
Free, confidential, independent and impartial advice on benefits, debt, housing, income tax, etc.
Alzheimer Scotland – 24/7 Dementia Helpline
24-hour Freephone Dementia Helpline: information, signposting and emotional support.
Tagsa Uibhist – Adult Support
1:1 companionship visits and social interaction (Uist Ceilidh Club, Gardening Club, Sensory Garden, Art workshops). Support Worker: Deborah.
Self-Directed Support (SDS)
Self-Directed Support (SDS) assists people who need social care to live independently with the right support. Four options: 1) Direct Payment (you organise support yourself), 2) Individual Service Fund (Comhairle or another organisation arranges it), 3) Comhairle nan Eilean Siar organised, 4) a combination. Support available from Advocacy Western Isles (01851 701755), WICCF (01859 502588), Harris Voluntary Service (01859 502171) and Care Information Scotland (0800 011 3200). NHS Western Isles information page.
Citizens Advice Bureau – Tarbert
CAB office serving Harris.
Alzheimer Scotland – National Dementia Advisory Service
Telephone Dementia Advisor service Mon-Fri 9-5.
Tagsa Uibhist – Dementia Support
Post-Diagnostic Support Coordinator: Rosie.