Day centres and respite care



Day centres provide a range of services for people who need support because of physical, emotional or mental health disability.
Man and woman at day centre

Day centres operate in towns and villages throughout the county, usually on a Monday to Friday basis - some open on Saturday. These centres are managed by Oxfordshire County Council, Age Concern, independent charities and local village groups.

Oxfordshire County Council centres

Our centres aim to help people live as independently as possible in their own homes and communities. We provide a wide range of activities, helping people to stay healthy and stimulated. We pay particular attention to cultural and creed needs.

Voluntary Day Centres

As well as Oxfordshire County Council day centres there are also centres run by volunteers which offer a welcoming atmosphere as well as food and refreshments.

How can I be referred to a day centre?

People can be referred to day centres by care managers, health professionals such as GPs and district nurses, family, friends - or they can refer themselves. Some day centre services are only available following an assessment

This is a discussion with you to find out how best to support you with the problems you are having. We will look at your needs and decide whether you are eligible for services including attending one of our day centres.

If you would like more information and to find out whether you would be eligible for the service, please contact us.

If you wish to be assessed for this service or ask for more information, you can complete this online form or telephone Social & Community Services at 0845 050 7666.

Transport

If you need transport to the centre, this can be discussed at the time of the assessment.

Respite care and carers' breaks

Day centres also provide a break for carers. You can find out about other services which provide carers with a break.

 

 

 



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This page was last updated on October 25, 2009
   

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Access Team
PO Box 780
Oxford,
OX1 9GX

Tel: 0845 050 7666
Fax: 01865 783111

Out of hours emergency number: 0800 833408 (freephone)

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County Hall, New Road, Oxford, OX1 1ND
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