"My husband who has dementia and is housebound"

About: Rutherglen & Cambuslang Locality Support Service / Adult and Older People's Social Work Team

(as a relative),

Myra from the Social Work Department of South Lanarkshire Council co-ordinated help for my husband, who has vascular dementia and has mobility issues, leaving him effectively housebound. She arranged visits from a physiotherapist and occupational therapist who worked tirelessly and encouragingly to improve his mobility. They recommended a ramp at the entrance to the house and Myra sorted that out for us, promptly. This will allow him a new lease of life, as I can now wheel him out in his wheelchair.

I can't speak highly enough about Myra and how understanding and helpful she has been and the therapists have also been a great help.

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Response from Amanda Price, Fieldwork Manager, Adult and Older People Social Work Team, South Lanarkshire Health & Social Care Partnership 3 months ago
Amanda Price
Fieldwork Manager, Adult and Older People Social Work Team,
South Lanarkshire Health & Social Care Partnership
Submitted on 28/06/2024 at 16:43
Published on Care Opinion at 16:43


Dear Maryscx24,

Thank you so much for taking the time to post your experience. I'm sorry to hear your husband was housebound, as no doubt this affected both of you. I'm glad that our team were able to make a difference and I will share your post with Myra and the wider team. Thank you again for taking the time to give us feedback.

Regards,

Amanda Price

Fieldwork Manager

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