Burnside Residential Respite Unit

Brief description:

Burnside is located within two adjacent houses in Uphall. It provides short breaks (respite) for up to six individuals at any one time. The service provides respite support to carers as well as the chance for individuals to gain experience of living away from family environment and learning a range of independence skills.

Organisation name:

West Lothian Council

Type of break:

Dedicated Short Break/Respite Accommodation

Care needs catered for:

Learning Disability

Ages catered for:

Adults, Older Adults

How do people access your service:

Referrals accepted through social work. If you want to find out more you can apply by contacting the Adult Assessment Team and ask for an assessment. Cheviot House, Owen Square, Livingston EH54 6PW - or by telephoning 01506 777 777

Full service description:

Burnside is located within two adjacent houses in Uphall. It provides short breaks (respite) for up to six individuals at any one time. The service provides respite support to carers as well as the chance for individuals to gain experience of living away from family environment and learning a range of independence skills. Burnside offers: Staff cover at nights 6 private bedrooms Evening & weekend social activities Chance to make new friends Fully accessible facilities Stays can be from 1-14 nights

Price information:

Please contact West Lothian Council

Any other information you think people might find helpful:

Burnside is open all year round. The staff team consists of one assistant manager and a team of residential workers. Extra staff are drafted in as needed. Staff work on a shift rota to provide overnight cover. The house is not usually staffed during the day when people are out and about, however this can be negotiated.

Organisation providing this information:

Burnside Residential Respite Unit

Quality Assurance Accreditation:

Care Inspectorate

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