How can I find out about the local hospice
and what kind of services they offer?
Care Connect can send
you a leaflet with more information on the local hospice.
Alternatively, you can visit the
Weston Hospice
Care webiste or ring 01934 423 900.
If there is a limited prognosis when
should I call social services and when should I call the primary
care trust for home care?
When the prognosis is less than eight weeks, the continuing
health care team at the primary care trust will be responsible for
care packages and equipment needs - you can call them on 01275
546714. More than eight weeks is
handled via Care Connect.
What benefits might I be entitled
to?
You may be entitled to the disabled living allowance or
attendance allowance depending on your needs. Contact our
Care Connect
service who will refer you to the correct department or
arrange for someone from the Depart of Work and Pensions to visit
you for a benefits check.
