Sensory impairment
We can support people who are deaf or hard of hearing, people who are blind or partially sighted, and their carers. This includes advice, information, equipment and support to enable people with a sensory impairment to maintain or regain their independence.
Specialist services
Details about specialist services and support organisations are available:
How do I access services?
If you you have a visual or hearing impairment and think you need service or have a general enquiry, please contact Social Care Direct using the contact details on the left.
What happens when I ask for a service?
We will gather initial information about the help you need. If it is the first time you have contacted us, you may also be asked general questions about your ethnicity, language and religion and the name of your GP.
We will then carry out an assessment of your needs with you. You are welcome to have a friend, relative, carer or advocate with you when we carry out your assessment.
If you need a representative to help you, please contact Advocacy in Barnet on:
- Tel: 020 8201 3415
- Email: admin@advocacyinbarnet.org.uk
or Mind in Barnet on:
- Tel: 020 8343 5700
- Email: admin@mindinbarnet.org.uk
Personal budgets and self-directed support
We have changed the way we support people who are over 18 years and need social care. We aim to increase people’s independence by providing them with a greater choice of services and more control over the support they receive, through Self-directed support. This applies to adults who have had an assessment and qualify for a social care service.
Will I be charged for services?
There is no charge for assessment, for equipment issued or minor adaptations. However, you may be required to contribute towards the cost of the services you receive. How much you contribute will depend on your income and the amount of help you need.
We will ask you to complete a financial assessment form. You may be entitled to benefits and we can give you advice about this.
More information is available in our fairer contributions policy 2011-12: Oct 2011
(PDF: 303KB)
Call our Fairer Contributions Helpline on 020 8359 7107 or email adultsocialservices@barnet.gov.uk if you have any questions about contributions towards social care services.
If you pay for your own services, it may be advisable to seek independent financial advice about covering the costs of your care in the future. See our information about paying for long-term care.
Key strategies and plans
'Our Life, Our Services, Our Say' (PDF:453KB) is the first commissioning strategy for Physical and Sensory Impairment Services in Barnet. It sets out the three year modernisation strategy and plan across health and social care.
Other links worth noting
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