main content Social services support for people with HIV or AIDS

Bromley Council's Adults & Community Services Department works with local health services and other organisations to provide help and advice to Borough residents of all ages, including children, affected by HIV or AIDS.

Who could benefit from/use this service?

London Borough of Bromley residents who are affected by HIV or AIDS, who meet the Council’s eligibility criteria for those seeking help from social services and who are assessed as being in need of such assistance by a care manager.

For more information please read the eligibility criteria for  adults and Social Services Support for Children and Families.

Details

A specialist care manager for HIV/AIDS, based at Bromley Civic Centre, is available to provide advice and information, assess client needs and arrange appropriate services such as respite care, support in the home, accommodation and daytime activities.

The care manager works closely with health professionals in the HIV/AIDS field and a number of voluntary agencies in the Borough.

Costs

There is no charge for assessing client needs. You may however be required to contribute towards the cost of any services arranged for you by the Social Services & Housing Department. The amount you will be asked to pay will depend on your financial circumstances. This will be fully discussed with you before arranging your care.

For further information on costs please see Domiciliary and Homecare Charges.

Next Steps/Conditions

If you are affected by HIV or AIDS and need advice, assistance or an appointment at the One Stop Shop please contact the specialist social services care manager for HIV/AIDS.

Contact Details

Specialist Care Manager for HIV/AIDS, Adult Disabilities Team, Social Services and Housing Department, Ground Floor, Ann Springman, Rafford Way, Bromley, Kent. BR1 3UH
Telephone: 020 8461 7884
Fax: 020 8460 7318
Minicom: 020 8313 4057

For children with HIV/AIDS contact Children and Families Referral and Assessment Teams:
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.45am to 5.00pm