West Bromwich African Caribbean Resource Centre (Health & Well Being Division)
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| Service Provider Name | West Bromwich African Caribbean Resource Centre (Health & Well Being Division) |
|---|---|
| Service | Day Care service, Extend (gentle exercise classes), Catering, Carers Information/Advice/Care Navigation, Befriending, Patient Support & Navigation Services at Sandwell & Russells Hall Hospital (SAPPHIRE Service in partnership with Agewell CIC) |
| Address1 | Thomas Street |
| Town | West Bromwich |
| County | West Midlands |
| Post Code | B70 6LY |
| Where do they provide service from? | Address as above, also in hospitals, GP Practices and in Community Settings |
| Telephone | 0121 525 9177 |
| Fax | 0121 580 1008 |
| deska.howe@wbacrc.org.uk | |
| Website | http://www.wbacrc.org.uk/ |
| Contact position | Health & Well Being Divisional Manager |
| Area covered | Borough of Sandwell |
| Who is the service for? | Some of our services targeted specifically at African Caribbean & Duel Heritage Communities (Adults/Older People & Carers) who either have long terms health conditions, continuing care needs or that address loneliness and isolation. Our Self Care/Prevention and Care Navigation Services aim to address health inequalities by accessing support services that add years to life and improve health outcomes for all citizens and communities who live and work in Sandwell. |
| Referral route | Health Care Professionals, Self Referrals or Family Members |
| Specific ethnic group? | African Caribbean, Duel Heritage, Established BME ane New Communities |
| Summary of services | Our services are targeted at the most vulnerable patients and citizens in society, we aim to reduce health inequalities and improve peoples economic status so that they can live full, productive and happy lives |
| When are the services run? | Monday - Fridays |
| Remit | To make a positive impact on the quality of life for local people, by delivering culturally appropriate services that are efficient and effective in meeting the changing needs of our diverse community |
| Chargeable service? | Yes |
| Cost of service | Costs and contribution are based on a person's individual financial status |
| Means tested | Yes |
| Total capacity of service | 50 - 100 people per week, it depends on which service people individuals require |
| Transport Provided | Transport is provided for our Day Care Service if attendee's live in West Bromwich or in a 3 mile radius of our centre. |
| CQC Registered | Not applicable |
| Sandwell Approved List | Approved |
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