How do I go about getting help for a family member that lives alone and has advanced COPD? My local council have a huge wait list.

[Barnlakelady]

This gentleman is 87years old, housebound and needs oxygen support 24/7.

[hypercat54]

Councils and Housing Associations have accommodation specifically for those with medical needs so make sure to play that card.

Is he getting full benefits? If not you can arrange for social services or a local disability centre to visit him and fill out the forms. If he is getting more money he can pay for carers. x

[corriena]

Hi age concern can be very usefull, as can the blf helpline. Equal lives might be able to give you some advice as to whats available in your area. As well as your local doctors surgery. i hope you can get some help soon

[Julie14]

Can his GP or the hospital arrange for the community nurses to visit daily until council can arrange something. Ive recently used this service and it was a lifeline for me.i hope you get sorted.

[sassy59]

You’ve had some great replies so I hope you’re family member gets the help he badly needs. Xxx

[peege]

The number for the help line is 03000 030555

There are advisors for both lung health and UK benefits

Call during UK office hours