Information and advice directory of local services for adults with care and support needs.
Search for Support10/07/2019
Portsmouth, Havant, Waterlooville, Emsworth, Hayling Island, Gosport & Fareham.
British Red Cross offer short-term practical and emotional support to help people improve their well-being and quality of life and live independently in their community. The services are tailored to each person’s needs and goals.
Home from Hospital Services helps thousands of people following a short stay in hospital and prevents unnecessary hospital admissions by providing support at home.
Some examples services include:
> Resettlement at Home.
> Time limited practical & Emotional Support/Confidence building.
> Reablement to access the community.
> Short term Shopping Support.
> Signposting / Supported referrals to community services.
The service is free of charge. You will receive a visit either on the ward or at home with an option of up to 3 weeks support at home, with can offer a further 4 weeks of telephone support of one phone call a week if required.
Referrals are accepted from health and social care professionals, community hospitals, GP’S, Social Workers & many others.
Once your details are received, you will receive a phone call to arrange a day and time to visit.
Phone 07860 412799 / 02392 894210
Local office address:
British Red Cross, 338 Commercial Road, Portsmouth, PO1 4BT
Opening times: 10.00-18.00