Wiltshire Council Reablement

👁️ World Sight Day

Good vision plays an important role in helping people remain safe, confident and independent in their daily lives.

Simple measures such as improving lighting, attending regular eye tests and reducing trip hazards at home can make a significant difference to maintaining independence and reducing the risk of falls.

💡 Good lighting
👓 Regular eye tests
🏡 Safer homes

Small changes can make a big difference to independence.

📢 We're Hiring! 📢

Looking for a new opportunity? We're recruiting and would love to hear from you!
For more information and to apply, please follow the link below. 👇
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🍂 Autumn Independence Tips

As the seasons change, there are simple things we can all do to stay safe, well and independent at home.

🚶 Keep moving with regular activity and hobbies you enjoy
💡 Make sure your home is well lit as the evenings get darker
❤️ Stay connected with family, friends and your local community

Small steps can make a big difference to maintaining confidence, wellbeing and independence throughout the autumn months.

🎉💜 Today is International Day of Older Persons! 💜🎉

Growing older doesn't mean slowing down. Every day, we see people achieving goals, learning new skills, regaining confidence, and continuing to take part in the activities that matter most to them.

Today is a chance to celebrate the older people in our lives, recognise their achievements, and thank them for the knowledge, experience, and inspiration they bring to our communities.

Here's to staying connected, staying active, and proving that participation really does change everything! 🌟

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🎉 Retirement Announcement 🎉

Today, we recognise the retirement of Jo, Reablement Support Worker with the North Team.

Jo has made a valued contribution to the Reablement Service through her dedication, professionalism and commitment to supporting Wiltshire residents.

On behalf of colleagues across the service, we extend our sincere thanks to Jo for her service and wish her every success, happiness and good health in her retirement. 💜👏

Thank you, Jo, and best wishes for the future. 🌟

💡 Did You Know? Wednesday 💡

Think you know Reablement? Every other Wednesday we'll be sharing facts, tips and surprising insights about the service and the people we support. 💜

💜 Meet the Team - Welcome Lucy! 💜

We're delighted to welcome Lucy to the West Reablement Team as one of our Senior Support Workers.

Lucy brings with her an incredible 16 years of experience across a range of health and social care settings. Her career has included supporting people in end-of-life and dementia care, working with adults with learning disabilities and complex behaviours in the community, and helping individuals on their recovery journey as a Substance Misuse Recovery Coordinator.

Supporting people to achieve the best outcomes has always been at the heart of Lucy's work, making her a fantastic addition to the Reablement service.

Here's what Lucy had to say about joining the team:

"Throughout my career I have been passionate about supporting people. I have joined a fabulous team who are welcoming, supportive and as motivated as much as I am."

Welcome to Reablement, Lucy. We're thrilled to have you on board and look forward to working with you! 💚

📢 We're Hiring! 📢

Looking for a new opportunity? We're recruiting and would love to hear from you!

For more information and to apply, please follow the link below. 👇
https://orlo.uk/zG8rh

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💙 National Dementia Care Day 💙

Today we recognise the importance of supporting people living with dementia to live as independently, safely and confidently as possible.

At Reablement, we work alongside individuals and their families to focus on what matters most to them. Through personalised support, encouragement and practical strategies, we help people maintain skills, routines and independence in their own homes for as long as possible.

Living with dementia can bring challenges, but with the right support, people can continue to enjoy meaningful activities, remain connected to their communities and retain control over their daily lives.

On National Dementia Care Day, we celebrate the dedication of carers, families and professionals who make a positive difference every day, and we reaffirm our commitment to promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing for those living with dementia.

💡 Did You Know? Wednesday 💡

Bite-sized facts. Big impact. Every other Wednesday, discover something new about Reablement and the positive difference it makes in our communities. 🏠💪