Living Room / Lounge

Do you have casters under chairs which makes them likely to slide as you get up?

Casters make furniture easier to move but can cause a problem if they slide back just as you are getting up. Either remove the casters or fit cup shaped carpet savers underneath.

Can you get in and out of your chair safely?

If your chair is too high or too low it may need adjusting to make it easier to get in and out of.

Do you have other chairs in your house which are a better height for you? Get someone to swap them over for you.

Do you have to lean or reach to open windows or curtains because furniture is in the way?

Ask someone to help you re-arrange the furniture so that your windows are more accessible

Further Information

For further assessment if you are struggling to manage around your home:

Social Services, Redcar and Cleveland, Telephone: 01642 065 070

Social Services, Middlesbrough, Telephone: 01642 065 070

Or:

Contact your GP surgery and ask to be referred for assessment for rehabilitation.

Fire Safety Advice

Make sure electrical wires and plugs are maintained and don't overload sockets and if it is not in use SWITCH IT OFF!
Don't dry clothes close to a heat source – they may catch fire from radiated heat
If you smoke make sure you put it out, right out in an ashtray and empty ashtrays regularly

Contact Information

Cheshire East

Request an assessment from Adult Social Care by telephoning 0300 123 5010
For more information on Social Care Assessments, view social care assessments website
Visit the Choices for Care webpage to complete an online form and identify the support you may need

Cheshire West and Chester

Request an assessment from Adult Social Care by telephoning 0300 123 5010