Questions 1-10
Complete the table below. Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Local councils can arrange practical support to help those caring for elderly people at home.
This can give the carer:
- time for other responsibilities
+ a 1
Assessment of mother's needs
This may include discussion of:
- how much 2 the caring involves
- what types of tasks are involved, e.g.
+ help with dressing
+ helping her have a 3
+ shopping
+ helping with meals
+ dealing with 4
- any aspects of caring that are especially difficult, e.g.
+ loss of 5
+ 6 her
+ preventing a 7
Types of support that may be offered to carers
- transport costs, e.g. cost of a 8
- car-related costs, e.g. fuel and 9
- help with housework
- help to reduce 10