-Extra funding for Care & Repair in Wales to help people live independently
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Posted 28.02.19
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Housing and Local Government Minister Julie James has announced an extra £195,000 to support Care & Repair agencies across Wales to help older people to remain independent in their own homes.
Julie James said:
"A number of Care & Repair agencies are working with NHS Wales to deliver a pilot, which will see a Care & Repair case worker joining hospital ward rounds to identify patients who could benefit from home adaptations and create rapid solutions.
"This extra funding will enable Care & Repair agencies to support people to leave hospital and return to a safe home. Care & Repair agencies deliver a range of small adaptations to a person's home which can help to reduce pressure on our hospital services.
"The right housing can help people to maintain their independence and provide the right environment for people leaving hospital - reducing delays in discharging patients."
