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Written question asked by Julian Knight (Independent (affiliation)) on Monday, 11 September 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 13 September 2023. It was answered by Helen Whately (Conservative) on Thursday, 21 September 2023 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Dementia: Solihull

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to support at-home carers of dementia patients in Solihull constituency.

Answer

In England, under the Care Act 2014, all local authorities including Solihull, are required to undertake a Carer’s Assessment for any unpaid carer who appears to have a need for support and to meet their eligible needs on request from the carer. This might include access to respite and breaks or financial support.

The Department has published guidance on what to expect from health and adult social care services after a dementia diagnosis, which includes offering an assessment to the carer. The guidance is available to Solihull’s Constituents and is available at the following link:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/after-a-diagnosis-of-dementia-what-to-expect-from-health-and-care-services/after-diagnosis-of-dementia-what-to-expect-from-health-and-care-services

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
198745
Session
2022-23
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Carers Dementia Government assistance Solihull
Link
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