Sensory Impairment Support Service

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Herefordshire Council currently commissions a Sensory Impairment service. The Service provides a range of therapeutic services and interventions for adults with visual and / or hearing impairments. Interventions carried out by the team that are tailored to meet the specific needs of referred adults with sensory impairments within the context in which they live. The Service is committed to improving the quality of life of people with sensory impairments by promoting independence and social inclusion to minimise the impact of any disability. The Service works proactively with partner agencies to safeguard those who are vulnerable to discrimination, harassment, exploitation, or abuse due to the nature or severity of their sensory impairment. The Service offers four core elements; a) Assessments – working with those referred to them to establish the level of need and the eligibility of clients to receive services, b) Enablement – working with clients to produce an agreed suitable care plan that enables them to live full and active lives. c) Technical advice and support – advising clients on the best choice of equipment to meet their needs and making technical adjustments to equipment so that it operates at an optimal level, d) Information advice and guidance – giving information advice and guidance to clients and signposting them to other health and council related services where appropriate. Keywords: Impairment, Sensory, Care, Equipment