The managed care, older people’s team carry out a care management function working primarily with people over the age of 65 years with a range of complex needs, many with Dementia.

Workers on the team have the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge around a wide range of issues including Care Act Assessments, Court Of Protection, Safeguarding enquiries, Continuing Health Care, Best Interest Decisions and Mental Capacity Assessments.

The team cover four geographical areas in Warrington, each area having its own individual diversities, from areas of deprivation, social and housing needs, semi-rural areas and more affluent parts of the region. In addition, the South/West of the area have a significant number of care homes.

Integrated Community Team

Our Central team are piloting integrated working and are co-located with health colleagues, working together as an Integrated Community Team .This has benefits when dealing with complex cases and brings about opportunities to co-ordinate and enhance services for Warrington residents.

In return we are able to provide you with a supportive environment in which to work.   We offer a full induction programme and ongoing access to a comprehensive training and development programme.

Caseloads

Caseloads are manageable and are monitored through regular 1-1 supervision sessions and mentoring.  There are also additional opportunities for more specialised training as Best Interest Assessors, AMHPS and Practice Educators.