Hospital Adult Caseworker at Trafford General Hospital

"At Trafford Carers Centre, we aim to ease Carers Hospital experience by offering relevant information, signposting you to the correct services, providing emotional support, representing carers in hospital meetings and much more."

Hello everyone...

My name is Jill and my role at Trafford Carers is, Hospital Adult Caseworker. This means I am the support worker for carers when the person they care for is in hospital. With a specific focus on discharge, I am here to offer a helping hand to carers navigating the challenges hospital admission or re-admission can bring to a caring role. I understand that for a carer, the hospital setting can be overwhelming and confusing, with medical jargon, assessments and a possible change in care needs. There is a lot to stay on top of and prepare for!

However, I am here to help lessen the stress carers can feel during the process of transitioning the person they care for out of hospital. By providing information, advice and emotional support, advocating for carers in hospital meetings and signposting to relevant services and the support we offer at the Carers Centre, I can be a resource for any carer in the hospital environment. I will be working alongside carers, building my role to fit the needs of carers in hospitals.

I've never seen a carer's organisation in a hospital before and it was great to see. From speaking to Jill, I now understand the importance of involving carers in the discharge process. - Trafford General Nurse

How to get in touch

I am based at Trafford General Hospital every Tuesday. I run a drop-in session for carers every 2nd Tuesday of the month, 2pm-3pm, from the Activity Room on the Stroke Ward.

If you require my support or have any queries at all, please do not hesitate to get in touch:

t: 0161 848 2400

e: helpline@traffordcarerscentre.org.uk