Referral Stages
Referrals can come from: Individual, Relative, Carer, Birmingham City Council (on contract – Care Match Portal), Walsall City Council (on contract), NHS Birmingham and Solihull ICB, Care First – day provision sister company, OFG – Outcome First Group – overlooking provider
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Enquiry
Referrals can be made, via phone or email using the enquiry form (see button below).
02
Initial Assessment
This can take place over the phone to advice if the service is suitable for an individual.
03
Consultation
Before moving further a funding body such as Council or NHS needs to be contacted to confirm availability of funds. In case of self funding this stage is omitted.
04
Holistic Assessment
This can be completed face to face at Respite Breaks, via phone or a video call.
05
Costing
Costing is provided to a funding body.
06
Authorisation & Allowance Confirmation
Funding body confirmation in writing is required about funds being available and about how many nights per year can be booked.
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Transition
We offer gradual transition to the service at agreed cost, starting from shorter visits and increasing them to longer ones. Our most successful transitions consist of 3 visits:
- 1st visit – 3 hours with a relative or carer
- 2nd visit – 5 hours with no support from relatives
- 3rd visit – overnight stay
Respite Breaks is always prepared to tailor transition pathway to each individual in case they need more time to adapt to a new environment.
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Booking
Bookings can be taken and confirmed.
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