Marjoram Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I am looking for recommendations for private carer agencies which cover the East Dulwich area. My elderly relative, for whom I am the sole carer, has advanced cancer and delirium, and now cannot be left alone for more than a few minutes. I therefore need a qualified person to sit with my relative and keep them safe, whom I could book for a couple of hours from time to time, so that I could eg go to the bank etc. We are receiving some carer support from the NHS and a hospice, for which I am very grateful, but that support needs organising well in advance, and it would help me a lot to also have access to a more flexible arrangement. I do not want to employ someone directly myself, which is why I would like to use an agency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Age UK may be able to assist - they have (or had) carers. If not they should have a list of agency carers.Southwark Carers can also advise.Social Services also have a list of agencies which accept private clients. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marjoram Posted April 23, 2017 Author Share Posted April 23, 2017 Thank you, Pugwash, I will try Southwark Carera and Social Services tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roundabout Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Hi there - Have PM you - Regards: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose Smileys Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Hi there. I am a Healthcare Assistant working for the NHS. I consider myself as very good at dealing with people with delirium and challenging behaviour. I would be happy to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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