Replacement Care
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Carers (Scotland) Act 2016
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Overview
"The duty and power to provide support to carers only apply where a carer has identified needs which cannot be met by services or assistance:
· provided to the cared-for person; or
· provided generally to persons in the area of the responsible local authority or, where the carer does not reside in the area of that authority, in the area where the carer resides.
Therefore, the local eligibility criteria for carer support are not relevant insofar as the carer’s identified needs in an adult carer support plan (ACSP) or young carer statement (YCS) can be met by:
• support to the cared-for person in consequence of an assessment of their needs and outcomes; or
• universal services or support which the local authority provides to the public at large (e.g. leisure and recreation, adult education, or transport services)
; or
• support that is available to all carers (e.g. universal services)"
Carers (Scotland) Act 2016
· provided to the cared-for person; or
· provided generally to persons in the area of the responsible local authority or, where the carer does not reside in the area of that authority, in the area where the carer resides.
Therefore, the local eligibility criteria for carer support are not relevant insofar as the carer’s identified needs in an adult carer support plan (ACSP) or young carer statement (YCS) can be met by:
• support to the cared-for person in consequence of an assessment of their needs and outcomes; or
• universal services or support which the local authority provides to the public at large (e.g. leisure and recreation, adult education, or transport services)
; or
• support that is available to all carers (e.g. universal services)"
Carers (Scotland) Act 2016
* Carer needs is identified by a carers support plan, which is carried out by the Carers Centre
Case Study
Mr A cares for his wife who is living with dementia. Mrs A has been assessed by social work and a package of care is in place for 10 and a half hours per week to meet personal care needs. Outwith these times, Mr A supports his wife with all daily living tasks. She requires 24/7 care and support. A carers support plan was carried out by the Carers Liaison Worker. The demands of the caring role were impacting on both Mr A's physical and mental wellbeing, and he was struggling with feelings of loss, guilt, frustration, isolation and exhaustion.
On top of this, Mr A was sleep deprived as Mrs A was up at least three times through the night. Mrs A was unable to be left at home alone due to high levels of anxiety and confusion. Mr A in, particular, was missing time spent with friends and he had regularly played golf in the past. It was identified that Mr A desperately needed opportunities to rest and recharge, but also an opportunity to play a round of golf with his friends to improve his mental health and wellbeing and increase his resilience.
Mr A was awarded 8 hours replacement care to employ someone to sit with his wife as well as a Time to Live grant for golf membership and 12 weeks of counselling.
Mr A now plays golf once per week and occasionally goes to the clubhouse for a pint with his friends. Mrs A has developed a new, supportive relationship with the carer.
Carer quotes
"I can't tell you what a difference this has made to both of our lives. It's great to have something to look forward to. "
"I did find the contract a bit daunting, but it was worth it and there was support all along the way."
"I see my friends once a week for coffee and I am getting my hair done again. I feel more like me"
On top of this, Mr A was sleep deprived as Mrs A was up at least three times through the night. Mrs A was unable to be left at home alone due to high levels of anxiety and confusion. Mr A in, particular, was missing time spent with friends and he had regularly played golf in the past. It was identified that Mr A desperately needed opportunities to rest and recharge, but also an opportunity to play a round of golf with his friends to improve his mental health and wellbeing and increase his resilience.
Mr A was awarded 8 hours replacement care to employ someone to sit with his wife as well as a Time to Live grant for golf membership and 12 weeks of counselling.
Mr A now plays golf once per week and occasionally goes to the clubhouse for a pint with his friends. Mrs A has developed a new, supportive relationship with the carer.
Carer quotes
"I can't tell you what a difference this has made to both of our lives. It's great to have something to look forward to. "
"I did find the contract a bit daunting, but it was worth it and there was support all along the way."
"I see my friends once a week for coffee and I am getting my hair done again. I feel more like me"
