What Matters and Local Area Co-ordinators (British Red Cross)

Who is this for?

  • Adults aged over 65

Who provides this?

  • British Red Cross

Description

What Matters and Local Area Co-ordinators provide advice, information and practical support.

This service can support you to live as independently as possible in your own home. The team can help you engage with your local community i.e benefits, housing, travel, adaptation for the home, support to join and sustain participation in local social groups such as lunch clubs, men’s shed, art and craft, hobbies and groups.

How do I access this?

  • Referrals by third parties for What Matters. I.e. referrals by GP, Social Work, occupational therapist, Voluntary sector

Is there a cost?

Free

Is there a waiting list?

No

Location information

Support is available in your own home or in community

Opening times

Monday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Tuesday9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Wednesday9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Thursday9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Friday9.00 am – 5.00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

British Red Cross

Contact Details

Unit 3 Buckie House, McSense Business Park, Dalkeith, EH22 5TA

Types of support on offer:

Support from someone with similar experience
Support in person
Support on the phone
Support with others

Type of services on offer:

Loneliness/isolated groups
Long term conditions/disabilities

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