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If you would like information and advice on services available in angus you can visit the following websites
However, if you would prefer to speak to a member of staff you can contact First Contact via ACCESSLine on 01241 465274 or email FirstContactOT@angus.gov.uk.
Loan Options
Angus Health and Social Care Partnership have a range of equipment solutions available for loan (free of charge) from Independent Living Angus. Small adaptations can also be arranged once owner/ landlord permissions have been obtained, usually free of charge. There is a weekly cost associated with the community alarm and tele-care service.
It is very important that the Angus Health and Social Care Partnership know that the equipment they loan is suitable for both you, other household members and your home.
Private Purchase
Angus Health and Social Care Partnership have an agreed list of loan items however there are other providers who exist that also supply similar items. As we have not checked their products we are unable to advise on their suitability. The guidance below offers basic advice if you are purchasing products yourself privately.
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To find out information about different community supports in Angus and Scotland, please visit www.aliss.org/ and type your post code into the search bar.
If you have an enquiry about a long term condition, please contact the Primary Care Development Team by using the details below.
Contact information
Email: achppatientcourses.tayside@nhs.net
Phone: 01307 474889
First Contact can also provide advice and information on services available in Angus. If you'd like to get in touch, please use the following information.
Contact information
Email: FirstContactOT@angus.gov.uk
Phone: 01241 465274
There are also a range of supports available for Carers who provide unpaid, regular care for a relative or friend. You may be eligible for a carers assessment if:
- you regularly provide a lot of care to a relative or friend who is disabled, frail, ill, has a mental-health problem or a drug or alcohol problem
- you are planning to provide care in the future, for example, for someone who is about to leave hospital
- the needs of the person you are caring for have changed, either because they need more help or you feel that you are not able to manage
Angus Young Carers can also provide support to someone aged 18 or under who helps to look after or support a member of their family due to:
- physical or learning disability
- mental illness
- physical illness
- drug or alcohol problems
- chronic or terminal illness.
If you would like to find out more about services for carers or would like a carer’s assessment you can either contact a care manager, call the ACCESSLine on 03452 777 778 or contact the Angus Carers Centre using the details below.
Contact information
Email: enquiries@anguscarers.org.uk
Phone: 01241 439157