Regaining your independence

Our reablement service supports adults to look after themselves independently.

Reablement is intended to support people to do things for themselves, regain skills, and be independent. 

What is reablement?

Reablement is a short-term service that lasts up to six weeks, but it can be shorter if you achieve your agreed goals sooner. 

Reablement can support with:

  • moving around and safely using your home
  • personal care such as getting washed and dressed
  • preparing meals and drinks
  • going out locally and shopping
  • maintaining contact with family, friends and the community

The Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) provides a useful guide for carers and families that explains what reablement is and includes a number of short videos about reablement.

When might reablement be suitable?

Reablement could help you after a stay in hospital or a short-term illness to rebuild your confidence and independence at home.

What services are available?

Services are available seven days a week and are free of charge to people aged 18 and over who live in Solihull. 

To find out more about our reablement services, you can contact us by:

Help to stay independent at home

Our Early Response Service (ERS) provided by Universal Care Services helps people to maintain their independence at home. 

Being discharged from hospital

If you, or a family member, are being discharged from hospital, the hospital staff will discuss your needs and discharge arrangements with you and your family, if you would like them to be involved. 

Our care after a hospital stay page provides further information.

Check the quality of our reablement services

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) reviews and inspects health and social care services.

You can view the inspection reports for Nationwide Care Services and Universal Care Services who provide our Home Discharge and Early Response services. They have overall ratings of Good.