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Norfolk Swift Response

22/2/2017

 

Norfolk Swift Response This 24 hour service provides help, support and reassurance if you have an urgent, unplanned need at home but don’t need the emergency services. So, for example, if your partner or carer is suddenly admitted to hospital, the Swift Response team can assist you with getting up, washing and dressing. Or if you have a fall but are not seriously injured, the team can bring special lifting equipment to help make moving as safe as possible for you.
Who can get assistance from Norfolk Swift Response? *Older people *People with physical illness or disabilities *People with learning difficulties *People with mental health problems How much does it cost? Norfolk Swift Response can be free service for people living in Norfolk. Contact Contact Norfolk Swift Response on 0344 800 8020  ---Option 1
Our promise to you The Norfolk Swift Response team will always: Show their identity cards when they visit you for the first time. Be dressed in the team uniform. Behave professionally and politely and respect your privacy and dignity. Ensure you receive prompt, appropriate support and notify you if there is a delay. With your agreement and if appropriate, make ongoing referrals to other support.
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 Useful Emergency Numbers

22/2/2017

 

Police – emergency 999
non-emergency 101

NHS – emergency 999
non emergency 111
Norfolk swift response – 0344 800 8020
GP out of hours service 01603-488488
Power Network (Electric) 105
National Grid (Gas) 103
Broadland district council Helpdesk – 01603-431133 Housing & Council tax – 01603 430600
Environmental services – 01603-430574
Norfolk County Council Help desk 01603-431133
Council tax 01603-430600
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Housing & Council tax Benefit 01603-430602 Refuse collection 01603-430534 Handy person plus 01603-430518 General enquiries – 0344 800 8020

Broadland Handyperson+service

29/11/2014

 
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Broadland handyperson +service gives peace of mind to homeowners who are over 65 and in receipt of income related or disability benefit who no longer wish to tackle DIY jobs themselves.

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http://www.norfolkfireservice.gov.uk/nfrs/your-safety/safety-in-your-home/hfrc

29/11/2014

 
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We want you, your family, friends and neighbours to be safe from fire in your home, to help you do this we have a short video which will highlight the risks in your home room by room and give you some advice on how to make it safer.

If you are over 60 or have a disability which could make it more difficult to react to a fire please phone to see if you are eligible for a free home fire risk check of your home. 

We also have a Home Fire Risk Self Checker which you can print out or follow on line, this helps you walk around your home identify potential risks and tells you what you can do about them.

How to use the video and self checker:

1. Watch the video to give you a better understanding of the potential risks in your home. You can get your family to watch it with you and help.
2. Print out the self checker or open it on your PC or tablet.
3. Walk from room to room identifying risks and using the advice to make it safer
4. If you want further advice then on your pc or tablet follow the links to more safety information on our website 
5. Once you have done the check make sure everyone in the home is aware of the risks and what to do about them
6. Make sure everyone in the home knows the emergency/action plan and what to do in the event of a fire.
7. Practice the emergency/action plan with others in the home to make sure it works and everyone knows it

If you have children why not make it fun and get them to help you spot the risks and make your home safer

Have fun and be safe


Email: [email protected]

Tel:01603 810351

Fax:01603 812261

Minicom:01603 223833

Address:Headquarters, Whitegates, Hethersett, Norwich, NR9 3DN




Changes to Paying for Care Explained

23/2/2013

 
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The Government is set to announce on Monday a major change in the way that older people will pay for their social care needs in future.
Once it comes into force in April 2017, the amount an individual has to pay for care over their lifetime will be capped at £75,000 and the means-test threshold for residential care will be raised to £123,000.

Much thanks to AgeUK for the bulk of this article, please see AgeUK Contact details for more information about AgeUK locally and nationally. AgeUK also have an excellent website with a wealth of useful information.

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Age UK Contacts and Information

4/9/2012

 
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The social care system in this country is in crisis and Age UK is currently campaigning for the government to implement much-needed change.  
But care is a mystery to many of us, so we've looked at 5 key areas that are commonly misunderstood to try and help explain the social care system better.
From cost of care to the choices available this web page has some very helpful information.
click 'read more' below for Age UK and Age UK Norwich details.

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Home Safety Advice from Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service

4/9/2012

 
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Freephone 
0800 9178137

Home fire safety advice

Protect yourself and reduce the risk of fire by:
  • Not leaving cooking unattended
  • Keeping doors closed at night
  • Switching off as many electrical appliances as possible at night
  • Putting out cigarettes and candles safely and keeping matches and lighters away from children

When you make your fire action plan:

  • Always include children and elderly and disabled people
  • Chose the best escape route and another way out and keep them clear
  • Tell everyone where the door and window keys are
  • Fitting smoke alarms on each floor level and testing the each week

To save your life in a fire:

  • If your smoke alarm goes off in the night, don’t investigate - wake others and get out, following your plan
  • Don’t open any doors that feel warm
  • Don’t stop or go back for anything - phone the Fire Service on 999
  • if you can’t get out, stay together in one room, close the door and wait to be rescued



  More information at https://businesscostsaver.co.uk/help-for-older-adults/

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