Dorset Self Management Service
Our service aims to support people with long- term health conditions and carers to feel more confident self-managing on a day-to-day basis.
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Our approach
At Help & Care, we have been working across South-Central England for nearly 40 years, promoting dignity and independence for people from all walks of life.
We are particularly focused on providing support to people living with a long-term health condition, carers and those who are isolated or housebound. What makes us different is our person-centred approach. We understand that each individual has different needs, so we work closely with people to understand what really matters for them and to help them lead independent and fulfilling lives for as long as possible.
We are eager to play a leading role in improving the delivery of Health services for the community and so we work closely with 5 individual Healthwatch organisations across South England. This partnership ensures that health services are held accountable and the views of the people who use and need these services most are given a platform to have their voices heard.
We are proud to be working closely with a select group of partners to ensure the best possible services are delivered to our communities and the people who occupy them.
Testimonials
My coach was an absolute star, I’ve been through a lot in my life and dealt with various different issues. I’ve dealt with many professionals and counsellors and can honestly say (my coach) was the only person who made a difference and showed interest and care. She is by far the best person I have ever spoken too and if I ever needed support again, or anyone I knew needed support, I would 100% recommend this service. Thank you so much for everything you have done
I found this service valuable and has given me someone to talk things through with. I feel I have been pointed in the right direction which has made an improvement. It is a milestone to look forward to when I speak to you so that I can discuss the goals I have achieved. You have constructive ways of looking at things and I have found this extremely beneficial
I have found the service and you absolutely fabulous. You have helped me to initially lean on you for comfort. I have loved the tools and techniques we have used and it has made a massive difference to my life so thank you so much. I know now I can maintain the changes and find my own motivation.
Services
DEMENTIA COORDINATOR SERVICE
Many people living with Dementia feel that having support along their journey will maximise independent living and prevent a crisis. At Help & Care, we are committed to supporting you to live well with Dementia.
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Roots gardening service
Roots provides a gardening service in Bournemouth and Poole to older and disabled people who can no longer manage their garden and a ground maintenance service to commercial properties.
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Healthwatch
Help & Care plays a key role in 7 Local Healthwatch services, bringing our considerable experience of working with people and communities, listening to their experiences and amplifying their voices to influence change.
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What Our Partners Say
I just wanted to send a big thank-you from the PCN team to Help & Care.
They have made heroic efforts all week to assist us with phone calls to our housebound patients to book in for COVID Vaccinations. There has been really positive feedback on the number and quality of calls the team have made on our behalf.
So a very heartfelt thank-you for stepping into help as part of the PCN effort!! I know they have also been working previously with assisting patients to book in at the vaccination site so another thank-you for that!
Helen Parsonage, Poole Central Network
I am delighted that we are working with Help & Care and Dorset Mental Health Forum to provide this important new service. I believe this kind of support for people managing long term health conditions and for carers can be life-changing. It's an excellent example of health working closely with community and voluntary organisations to support people in managing the issues they face and is very much in line with the NHS long-term plan.
Eugine Yafele, Chief Executive of Dorset HealthCare
"The Dorset Mental Health Forum is delighted to be a partner in delivering this contract (Dorset Self-Management Service). We feel this partnership provides a welcomed opportunity to work with people in the context of their lives and circumstances. We understand the inextricable link between physical and mental health issues and are committed to ensuring that people are able to access all of the opportunities that life can provide, regardless of what challenges they may face. Working together as a community to provide support and information, challenge stigma and ultimately to provide easily accessible, quality support for the people of Dorset."
Becky Aldridge, Chief Executive, Dorset Mental Health Forum
Get Involved
As a charitable organisation, Help & Care relies on the local community. If you wish to support us to change lives and improve communities, there are lots of ways you can help. We always welcome new volunteers, fundraisers, stock for our charity shop or legacies and money donations.
“The whole experience was great! It was a memory for life really, a really fantastic thing to reflect on, it was just amazing, the whole thing was amazing”
- Claire, Marathon Runner 2020
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