About the Project
A significant amount of focus is placed on reducing isolation and supporting Older people to enhance their support network.
The specialist Older Persons Service will help individuals deal with their addiction through a comprehensive support package including:
- Advice and awareness sessions
- Health promotion
- Structured induvial support
- Diversionary activities
- Advice to improve social and domestic skills
- Emotional support and assistance in accessing local community services such as housing, health services and counselling
- Liaising with other service providers such as Community Mental Health teams, GP’s, and other Health Professionals. Probation service, Social Services, Welfare Advisors and Legal Services
- Assistance and support in accessing training, education and employment opportunities
- Advice on accessing appropriate childcare
- Supporting service users to achieve levels of independence and improved self-care and to help alleviate social isolation
- Onward referrals to other alcohol and drug treatment services as appropriate
Eligibility / Referral Process
Those aged 55 and over who is seeking support around their drug and/or alcohol use.