Service users may be admitted on either a long (without limit of time) or short-term basis, or for a period of assessment with a written report and recommendations. The fee for each service user is determined individually after consultation of personal requirements. Once the fee is set, there are no extras unless additional services or staffing hours are commissioned due to changes in need. This would only be done after a full consultation and agreement with the funding authority or the locality team. All fees are payable one month in advance by invoice. Referrals must be made in writing for the prospective service user by a social worker or representative of the funding authority or purchaser.
Referrals must include the following information:
- Medical history and highlight any physical or disabilities of the prospective service user
- Psychiatric history including diagnosis and treatment received
- Offending behaviour or forensic history stating any violent or anti-social behaviour that did and/or did not give rise to criminal proceedings
- Social circumstances report stating any particular person that may be considered as being at risk (i.e. family member, ex-partner)
- History of illicit substance misuse and alcohol abuse
- Mental Health Act status and any expected changes, if applicable
- A clear indication of multi-disciplinary care plans for the prospective service user including minutes and summaries of previous section 117 meetings, CPA’s case conferences and ongoing treatment and therapies
- Conditions of discharge
- A comprehensive list to include relevant contact details for all those retaining responsibility for the service user post discharge, including emergency and out of hour contacts
- Clear information regarding identifiable risk factors or precipitating factors, and of any behaviour liable to give rise for concern or of which responsible agencies would wish to be informed
- Early warning signs of relapse and information on risk management plans or strategies
- Where applicable, a copy of the conditions attached to a conditional discharge under section 37/41 of the Mental Health Act 1983
- A supporting psychiatric report from the responsible Medical Officer (R.M.O) to include medication and proposed treatment arrangements in the community
- Information on significant other and their contact details
- Information on the prospective service user's level of motivation, strengths and areas of limited ability where more support may be required
- The individual’s preferences and special needs or specific cultural requirements together with any recreational activities enjoyed
- A statement to indicate what is hoped will be gained from a period at Parkview Residential Care Home from referrer or prospective service user perspective
- An indication of daytime activities in which the service user is involved that can be supported in the community
- A clear indication of the organisation or individual professional that will maintain ongoing statutory responsibility for the prospective service user
- Trial period shall last for a period of four to six weeks
- When a service user is required to leave Parkview Residential Care Home, it is expected that the funding authority with statutory responsibility will ensure that alternative facilities are made available
- Parkview Residential Care Home endeavours to ensure a thorough assessment is undertaken on each referral to facilitate a successful placement in the community
- In order to expedite the referral and admission process, the following criteria MUST be met:
- The referral authority must ensure that the referral meets eligibility criteria in order to be considered for residence at Parkview Residential Care Home
- We require access for information from Medical, social work, psychologist, nursing and occupational therapy by way of reports. We would further like the opportunity to meet with professionals working with the person referred
- Parkview Residential Care Home MUST receive a written confirmation of funding for the service user at the house from the responsible home authority. This includes funding for trial stay periods
- There must be regular contact and structured communication between the Parkview Residential Care Home management team and the referring care team or multi-disciplinary team
- All aspects of responsibility for admission to hospital must be identified and guaranteed in the event of relapse
