http://www.lgcareers.com Find information about working in local government at LGcareers.com Thu, 07 Apr 2011 09:34:48 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 http://www.lgcareers.com/careers-az/elderly-peoples-warden/ http://www.lgcareers.com/careers-az/elderly-peoples-warden/#comments Thu, 01 Mar 2007 13:44:07 +0000 admin http://lgcareers.jobsgopublic.com/career-descriptions/elderly-peoples-warden/

Introduction Elderly people’s wardens are known in some local authorities as residential wardens and unit managers. Following the Community Care Act and the importance given to enabling elderly people to live independent lives, councils run sheltered housing complexes. These enable elderly people to have their own flats or bungalows without having to worry about maintenance [...] Related entries:

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Introduction The primary role of a driver/care assistant is to transport elderly people, those with disabilities and people with long-term illnesses between their homes and day care centres or activity settings. As well as transporting passengers, a driver/care assistant must ensure passengers’ safety and comfort during the journey. Work Environment Driver/care assistants spend a great [...] Related entries:

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Introduction Day Care Officers (DCOs) provide a range of help in day centres for older people.  They also provide support for those living with learning disabilities, physical or mental health needs.  Additionally, they may provide respite care – taking clients so that their carers get a break. DCOs are employed by local authority adult services departments in England and Wales and by [...] Related entries:

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