1. Health, Social Care and Housing: Some Case Studies
Andrew Buchan, Head of Care and Supported Housing

2. Collaboration – in the interests of the customer
Personalised service
Independence
The lowest point on the care/support tariff that is sustainable?

3. “Alan” (known to CMHT/DAT) Event - Fire in his flat District Council – Rent Deposit NHH Tenancy Sustainment Moved to own flat in sheltered housing with Older People’s Community Support, March 2011 Re-engaged with mental health services Issues – alcohol abuse, mental health, behaviour, financial Support – linking services up, consistency, trust, contact with family

4. “Hilary” (Known to H&CS as a carer)
Event – referral for NHH Community Support by a neighbour
Issues – husband with Alzheimer's, own poor health – heart condition, osteoarthritis, depression
Support – Alzheimer's Society support group, financial, minor adaptations, assistance following husbands admission to care home – council tax, benefits

5. “Hasib” (referred by Police)
Event – Burglary
Issues – poor physical health – pernicious anaemia, rheumatoid arthritis, limited mobility, English is not first language, living in bungalow in poor condition, socially isolated
Support – engaged with NHEMF, assistance with adaptations and repairs including free loft insulation