Self Assessment Pilots

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Self Assessment Pilots

• An introduction to the
• St. Helens Pilot extending access to low level
  preventative interventions

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National context

• Government policy documents
• National Service Framework for Older People
• White paper Our health, our care, our say
• A sure start to later life
• Opportunity Age

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Local context

• Commissioning Strategy for Older People
• Older Peoples Housing Strategy
• Supporting Peoples Strategy
• Modernisation Agenda
• Local Area Agreement Healthier Communities and
  Older People Block
• Single Assessment Process local implementation

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Opportunity to build on what has already been
achieved locally

• Commissioning Strategy for Older People 2003
  moved us from risk adverse to an enabling
  service.
• Yet to address the needs of those considered out
  on a limb e.g. falling outside the local
  authority eligibility criteria.

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The aim of the pilot

• Improved access to local community based low
  level preventative interventions that focus on
• Keeping older people 55
• Fit
• Involved
• Safe
• Economically stable
• Healthy

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The objectives of the pilot

• Create additional entry points into systems
• Target those older people already in health,
  housing or social care systems but in addition
  may have needs that can benefit from this
  approach
• Target those older people not within health,
  housing or social care systems and have low level
  needs

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Methodology

• Paper based tool distributed to older people
• Electronic tool available via Council website
  which links into a resource directory
• Assisted / mediated assessment for those that
  require a little bit more help to navigate options

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Interventions

• Home improvement agencies e.g.
• Gardening, decorating, minor repairs, affordable
  warmth scheme, home safety
• Equipment - Minor aids e.g.
• Advice and information about suitable equipment
  and reputable suppliers

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Interventions

• Community Support Services
• Age Concern Information Advice
• Active Age Programme
• Befriending
• DASH
• Assistive technology
• Benefits checks

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Interventions

• Integrated falls service
• Podiatry
• Tai Chi
• Falls prevention advice

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Interventions

• Carers services
• Holistic Therapies
• Stress Management
• Emergency Carers Card
• Carers Training including emergency first aid,
  moving and handling and back to work courses.

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Outcomes for individuals

• Improved access
• Improved independence and quality of life
• Improved choice and control
• Able to make informed decisions and manage their
  own situations / risks
• Get the right help at the right time

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Summary

• Climate in St. Helens is right for change
• Flourishing voluntary sector
• Excellent existing partnership arrangements
• Established Single Assessment Process
• A commitment to succeed

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Contact

• Carole Kilshaw
• Self Assessment Project Manager
• St. Helens Council
• carolekilshaw_at_sthelens.gov.uk
• 01744 456363