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Telford and Wrekin: A Shropshire Hub for Specialist Care Services

Introduction

Telford and Wrekin, located in Shropshire, England, is a borough combining modern urban development with historic market towns. With a population of approximately 185,000, it serves as a key provider of Care Homes, Home Care, and Supported Living services across the West Midlands.

Key Location Facts

  • Position: 15 miles east of Shrewsbury, 30 miles west of Birmingham
  • Transport Links:
    • M54 motorway connectivity
    • Telford Central railway station
  • Landmarks:
    • Ironbridge Gorge (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Telford Town Park

Care Services Overview

Residential Care Options

  • Care Homes: 35+ registered facilities offering:
    • Elderly Care (24/7 nursing support)
    • Dementia Care (specialist memory support units)
    • Disability Care (adapted facilities)
  • Supported Living: 20+ schemes for independent living with assistance

Community-Based Care

  • Home Care Services:
    • Personal care visits
    • Medication management
    • Meal preparation
  • Day Care Centres: 15+ facilities offering social activities

Notable Care Providers

  1. Quality Care Homes:
    • Brookside Care Centre (Dementia Care specialist)
    • Wellington Court (Elderly Care with rehabilitation)
  2. Supported Living Operators:
    • Liberty House (for adults with learning disabilities)
    • Wrekin View (acquired brain injury support)

Healthcare Infrastructure

  • Princess Royal Hospital: Major acute hospital with specialist geriatric services
  • Telford NHS Crisis Team: Supports Home Care transitions
  • Memory Assessment Service: Dedicated Dementia Care diagnostics

Demographic Factors

  • Ageing Population: 22% aged 65+ (higher than national average)
  • Disability Prevalence: 8% with mobility limitations
  • Projected Growth: 15% increase in over-75s by 2030

Funding and Access

  • Council-commissioned Care: £42m annual budget for adult social care
  • Self-funding Options: Private Care Homes from £800-£1,200/week
  • Transport Schemes: Dial-a-Ride service for Disability Care users

Quality and Regulation

  • CQC Ratings: 78% of Care Homes rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'
  • Innovation Examples:
    • Sensor technology in Supported Living
    • Dementia-friendly town centre initiatives

Future Developments

  • New Facilities: 3 Care Homes under construction (2024-2025)
  • Integrated Care System: Better linking of Home Care and NHS services
  • Workforce Growth: 500+ new care jobs projected by 2026
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