What is available?
The Short Term Breaks service is located on St Aidans
Avenue in Mill Hill in Blackburn. The service operates as a
guesthouse to enable people who have a learning disability to
enjoy a short break.
The service has aids, adaptations and equipment to meet the
needs of people with learning/physical disabilities. Fully
trained and competent staff are on hand to offer help and support
where needed.
The service provides a lively environment with lots going
on for people who like to be active and
social. The building has five guest bedrooms,
all en-suite with either a bath or walk in shower. There is
also a one-bedroom apartment situated adjacent to the main
building, with private entrances.
There is also a lounge and kitchen areas. These
provide opportunities for people to experience greater independence
but with the reassurance that members of staff are on hand if
needed.
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Who can stay there?
The service offers accommodation for people over the age of
18, who live in Blackburn with Darwen and who have learning and/or
physical disabilities. However, in order to work out whether a
short stay would best meet your needs, we do need to carry out an
assessment.
What is an assessment?
After the assessment we will identify and agree your needs with
you and discuss the help and support available to meet them,
according to the seriousness of your situation.
How much does it cost?
There will be some cost but the actual amount you pay will
depend on how long you stay and what services you receive.
Can I get help with the cost?
It is possible. We will help you fill out a financial assessment
form to see if you qualify for financial help. To get a rough idea
of costs you can carry out a quick, confidential financial self
assessment, online.
How much will I pay for services?
Do you want more choice and control?
We may provide or arrange services for you but if you want more
choice and control over your own life then you might be interested
in Self Directed Support. This means that you have a Personal
Budget, or Direct Payment, from us and use it to arrange
your own support.
What
is Self Directed Support?
How to get in touch
The Adult Social Care Customer Liaison Team is the first point
of contact for all referrals and general enquiries. You can contact
them from 8.45am to 5pm, Monday to Friday on (01254)
587547.
When you contact us we'll discuss your situation over the phone
and check that we've got our facts straight. We will then follow
this up with a visit to your home to talk about your personal
situation and to discuss what help is available