Wolverhampton Primary Care Trust

Wolverhampton Primary Care Trust work with the partnership through their role in the Health Through Warmth scheme.

An example of their work is shown in the following case study.

Mrs. Waruszynska is an elderly Polish lady who suffered a stroke resulting in difficulties communicating. She was referred to the Wolverhampton Falls Prevention Service having had a number of falls because of her poor balance and mobility. On visiting her, it was discovered that she used only one room during the day because of her inadequate heating system. Following the home assessment she was referred to the Health Through Warmth scheme.

In September 2004, Health Through Warmth approached Saskia Poller, of Wolverhampton Primary Care Trust, as they had been unable to make contact to arrange a site visit. Saskia was able to arrange a joint visit with herself and a surveyor from Affordable Warmth shortly afterwards.

At a joint meeting with Hestia earlier this year, she found that the nominated contractor had also had difficulty in contacting Mrs. Waruszynska and in fact all attempts at that time had proved unsuccessful.  Once again, Saskia was able to carry out a joint visit.

Mrs Waruszynska's application has now been submitted to Wolverhampton City Council and subject to approval, work is expected to commence shortly.