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Cumbria`s new Reablement Service

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What is reablement?

Reablement is a new service which aims to help people regain their independence following an illness, injury, disability or loss of personal support network.   It is a free service and is provided for a short period of time, usually no longer than six weeks.

Reablement will work with you to help you to do things for yourself rather than do things for you.   It will focus on your strengths and abilities and help you build up your confidence in doing things for yourself such as:

  • getting up, washed and dressed;
  • preparing meals and snacks;
  • taking medication;
  • getting about in and out of the home;
  • doing household tasks like shopping, pension and laundry; and
  • getting involved in social and leisure activities.

Reablement is not a long term service and does not provide personal care to people who need someone to do things for them.

Reablement is about helping people develop or regain the skills and confidence to do things for themselves.

For more information about the reablement service see our factsheet for service users.this document will open in a new window

Where is reablement available?

Reablement is currently available in South Lakeland and Furness areas and will be available in other parts of the county later in 2011.  To check availability in your area, contact your local Adult Social Care office.

How do I ask for the reablement service?

You can ask for reablement through your local Adult Social Care office.