About carer ID 12825
Learning Disability, Mental Health, Dementia, Older Adult, Parent with Learning Disability, Autism
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A 3 bedroom and attic space making 4 bedroom terraced house. There is parking for 2 cars in a narrow driveway and a courtyard garden. There is also a basement flat with separate access from the main house. Downstairs there is a kitchen/diner and living room. Stairs are accessed through a door in the living room. There is only one bathroom which is located upstairs and has a shower. There are local shops only a few minutes walk as the house is central to Wiviliscombe town.
This carer is experienced with supporting older adults who are looking to maintain their skills and have a slower pace of life but also with supporting individuals who are looking for work opportunities and to increase their independence skills. She has supported individuals with a learning disability, autism, mental health (not 117) and a parent with a LD.
This carer is already supporting two individuals long term within her home who are both females but has a 3rd room available to offer short breaks.
This carer has a big interest in arts and crafts of all kinds, so someone who shares this interest would match well. She often has various craft projects underway and can offer creative and imaginative ideas to others.
There are bus links however these are more limited than urban areas due to it being a more rural town but there are also lots of facilities in the local town including a swimming pool, cafe’s, charity shops, pubs etc.