Care reviews

[Motherfromhell]

My daughter is in supported housing with 2 other adults who all have complex physical needs and learning disabilities. Recently some social workers visited and announced that the number of care hours was being reduced. This was without a proper review and without asking myself or an independent advocate to be present. There wasn't any consideration of the 3 residents or their wellbeing. I think they've had a directive from a higher authority to cut costs. I have contacted the social services and challenged the decision and asked for a meeting. I am busy arming myself with information and legal stuff, but I wondered if anyone had experienced a similar situation, and if you have any advice? Thank you in advance.

[Jofisher]

hi I have an advocate she is and has been an absolute godsend she has managed large teams of social workers and run supported living company she’s amazing I know she could help you. I do pay her with my sons benefit money as it’s for him so if your interested here’s her email [e-mail] and contact number [phone] her names Vanessa Evens. I wish you luck in whatever you decide to do Best Wishes

[Motherfromhell in reply to Jofisher]

Thank you. I will see what the outcome of our meeting is, but I don't intend to let them get away with it!

[Jofisher in reply to Motherfromhell]

Good for you and good luck

[Cathymee in reply to Jofisher]

social service want to replace my sons one to one support with a video monitor in the house next door where there are other residents. he needs round he clock support and has his own annex attached to the house. does anyone have experience of this and how we can get evidence to object

[Motherfromhell in reply to Cathymee]

I have been reading the Care Act 2014 and I think the main points which will support both my case and yours are related to 'person centred' and 'wellbeing'. The person’s wishes must be considered in all decisions about care. I'm in the process of going through it all and trying to make a case. Fingers crossed xx

[Cathymee in reply to Motherfromhell]

thank you any help would be appreciatd

[lecsmum]

Yes Social services, removed overnight care, leaving her alone in a flat! she was extremely anxious, and ended up sectioned and put into a Priory Hospital far from home, where she almost died, we got her out after 2 years but she has been very badly damaged, Emotionally and lost many skills! do not trust Community Living teams and social workers.

[FoodBankKnitter in reply to lecsmum]

How absolutely awful

[Motherfromhell in reply to lecsmum]

That's dreadful! Not person centred care. Did you make a complaint?