Serviced Units

  


UCH devised and operates a Serviced Unit program for people who require a small amount of support to maintain their independence. The accommodation is basically the same as that offered for an independent living unit and includes a call button so that residents can call for help in emergencies. Where these units do not form part of an existing residential care facility the emergency call is monitored by an independent monitoring company and as such assistance does not come from the site.

Services provided include all meals, medication management and heavy laundry. In addition, for those with slightly greater need, UCH does include personal laundry, the making of the bed and the cleaning of the unit.
Access to this service is based on an assessed need. It is stressed that when the level of need increases beyond that which is described above, the resident will be assisted to find a place in a Residential Care Facility which can provide additional personal care services.