Cwm Taf Carers A-Z Guide
Adults and Older People
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Bus Passes
can be provided by the
Council to people over 60 and for
people with disabilities or mobility
problems. A companion bus pass,
which allows one companion to travel
free to assist a person with a
disability, may also be available.
In Merthyr Tydfil you can download an
application form from the website
or telephone:
01685 725410
In RCT you can download an application
form from
Telephone:
01443 425001
or visit your
local One4All Centre.
Care homes
Giving up your home and
moving to a care home is a big
step to take. We may be able to help you
look at the options and arrive at a decision.
In Merthyr telephone:
01685 724507
In RCT telephone:
01443 425003
or
email
Care and Social Services
Inspectorate for Wales
produce
Inspection reports of all care homes
in Merthyr and RCT
Telephone:
0300 062 8800
Email
Care Plans and Packages
are arranged
on an individual basis to meet the specific
needs identified during an assessment of
the person you care for. The services
provided as a result are called the Care
Package. A needs assessment is free of
charge. Carers are also eligible to receive
an assessment in their own right.
In Merthyr telephone:
01685 724507
In RCT telephone:
01443 425003
or
Email:
Complaints about services you
receive from social services
In Merthyr telephone:
01685 727034
Email:
In RCT telephone:
01443 425451
Email
Crossroads Care Cwm Taf
is a
charity and network partner of The
Carers Trust and look after the cared
for in the comfort of their own home,
providing quality free time for carers
of all ages in RCT & Merthyr Tydfil.
Telephone:
01443 480484
Email:
Day Centres
offer a range of activities,
rooms to meet in as a group and catering
facilities offering discounted food for
50+ residents. Telephone the Day
Services Development Manager.
In Merthyr telephone:
01685 724507
In RCT telephone:
01443 425544