Merton Befriending Service
Merton Befriending Service is open to any isolated person over 65 living in Merton who is housebound, living alone, recently bereaved or with a diagnosis of a long term condition. Clients will be matched with a volunteer who will make a weekly social visit.
Age UK Merton
Kourtney Wood
Phone
020 8648 5792
Website
www.ageuk.org.uk
Email
befriender@ageukmerton.org.uk
The Wimbledon Guild
Ania Dudziec
Phone
020 8946 0735
Email
adudziec@wimbledonguild.co.ukThe Domiciliary Dental Practice
Merton & Sutton patients can access home based dental & hygienist services for those who are housebound. The service is available for those who are elderly and housebound or have long term conditions such as Alzheimer’s or Dementia. The service also caters for those with physical disabilities or learning difficulties.
Phone
020 8640 9673
Website
www.mydentist.co.uk
Email
info-dpp@idhgroup.co.ukMerton Vision – Optician Home Visits
This service is for people that have a physical ailment or disability that prevents them from visiting a local optician.
Phone
020 8648 3503
Website
www.mordeneyecentre.co.uk
Email
info@mertonvision.org.ukMascot Telecare
MASCOT Telecare provides a range of services helping people to live safely, securely and independently in their own homes.
Phone
020 8274 5940
Website
www.mascot-telecare.org.uk
Email
mascot@merton.gov.ukSocial Services
A needs assessment is the first step towards getting help and support at home.
A needs assessment is to discuss care needs. The aim is to reach an agreement about what help can be provided by Merton Council’s Community Care Department. Patient, Relative or Friend can Self-Refer
Phone
020 8545 4388
Email
ASCDuty@merton.gov.ukElder
Elder carers are of the highest standard. They’ll talk things over with you and tailor a solution to best fit the specific requirements of your situation.
Phone
0330 127 2254
Website
www.elder.org.uk
Email
hello@elder.orgFire Safety Visit
London Fire Brigade want to stop fires from happening and people are far less likely to have a fire in their home if they have received a home fire safety visit. That is why London Fire Brigade offer them free, to help make people safer. To book a visit and for more information:
Phone
0800 028 4428
Text /SMS
07860021319
Email
smokealarms@london-fire.gov.ukOccupational Therapy
Specialist equipment and adaptations to help people with a physical disability stay independent in their own homes and in everyday life. To make a referral to the Adult Occupational Therapy Service:
Phone
020 8545 4428 / 4477
Email
ssotduty@merton.gov.ukAge UK
Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. They believe in a world where everyone can love later life and we work every day to achieve this.
Phone
0800 055 6112
Website
Age UKDementia UK
Dementia UK offers specialist one to one support and expert advice for people living with dementia.
Phone
0800 888 6678
Website
Dementia UK
Email
helpline@dementiauk.orgThe Silver Line
Free phone support for older people, 24 hours a day.
Phone
0800 470 80 90
Website
The Silver Line HelplineAlzheimer’s Society
Living with dementia can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. From a listening ear on the phone, to a visit in person. From practical tips and advice, to opportunities to connect with others.
Phone
0333 150 3456
Website
Alzheimer’s Society
Elderly care
Page published: 9 May 2023
Last updated: 30 October 2024