SERVICES TO ELDERLY PEOPLE
Since 2008, Laois Services to Elderly People (LSTEP) has promoted independent living for older people in Laois, empowering them to enjoy the best quality of life in their own homes.
This is achieved by offering supports tailored to their needs and requirements, such as the installation of personal alarms or repair and maintenance services.
LSTEP ensures safe and comfortable houses for older people, along with the emotional comfort of having someone to turn to when in need, as we offer advice on other services available to them that they may require and not be aware of.
The right to exercise choice is one of the most basic of all human rights, and sometimes, independence may be the only thing older people feel that they control. The ability to live independently empowers older people and reinforces a sense of control, engendering a feeling of achievement and self-worth that can have a positive effect on their mental health and wellbeing.
We work alongside the HSE in making older people’s homes safer by fitting grabrails and special stair rails when needed. We also work with and support Psychiatry for Later Life, St Vincent De Paul, Laois County Council, Laois Age Friendly, and Active Retirement Groups within Laois.
If someone with a low income requires help, we link in with Social Workers who make applications on behalf of the individual to Community Welfare Officers, St Vincent De Paul and Protestant Aid, to fund the services that can transform their home and its environs.
For more information on the services provided by LSTEP, contact [email protected].
How it works
Step 1: Schedule a visit
Get in touch, and we'll schedule a time to meet that suits you.
Step 2: We provide the building blocks for your development
Our varying programmes ensure that we have a way to help you.
Step 3: Collaborate, Grow & Excel
Through our programmes we plant the seeds for growth. Your success is our success.
Features of Laois Partnership Initiatives
1 SICAP Implementation: Laois Partnership spearhead the roll out of SICAP across Laois, leveraging targeted interventions to tackle deprivation effectively.
2 Diverse Support Programmes: Range of services, including childcare support, after-school programmes, mental health initiatives, addiction recovery projects, and more.
3 Community-Centric Approach: With a deep understanding of local dynamics, we tailor our efforts to meet the unique challenges faced by different communities.
4 Strengthen Communities: Through SICAP we aim to strengthen local communities, supporting them to speak for issues that affect them.
5 Non-Judgemental: Laois Partnership delivers support and opportunity to all Laois people without judgement
6 Free of Charge: Advice, guidance and community involvement all available to you without costing you a penny.