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Penderels Trust Resource House 1A Brandon Lane Coventry CV3 3GU Telephone: 024 7651 1375
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I am the employer and service user who has access to a direct payment for a PA to assist me with social outings, domestic duties around the home, supporting me to manage and attend appointments and prompting me to take medication. I have a diagnosis of schizophrenia, learning difficulties and diabetes and some mobility issues which I mange by using a walking aid. I have diabetes but manage this well , I do not take medication for this and I am regularly reviewed via my GP. I live in sheltered accommodation and have support on a Friday and over the weekend, so the PA would be required to support me over two days flexible between a Monday and Thursday. This can be agreed week by week depending on commitments. Tasks I will require from a PA is to support me with washing, general housekeeping and tidying. Assist me to ensure perishable foods are monitored and stored appropriately. Assisting me to access activities and events in the community such as going for a coffee, eating out, going for walks or visits to the beach. going to the cinema and theatre on occasions. I am able to mange my own personal care and have a good level of independence. I am looking for someone who has a good sense of humour and motivation to get involved and to provide me with friendship and companionship