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Dementia Daycare Closes, Leaving Families Devastated
21 May
Summary
- Daycare centre for dementia patients forced to close due to funding loss.
- Families are devastated, citing lack of alternative support options.
- Center cared for approximately 42 individuals with long-term needs.
Endike Community Care, a daycare centre for individuals with dementia, has ceased operations, causing profound distress to the families it served. The registered charity, based in Hull, faced closure due to a significant electricity bill exacerbated by dwindling funding. The centre, which provided care for approximately 42 people, some for many years, was a vital lifeline for both the individuals and their carers.
Manager Eileen Wright described the closure as "heartbreaking" and a difficult task to communicate to families who are now unsure where to turn. She highlighted that the centre had been her life's work for 30 years, and her staff had been dedicated for over two decades. One carer shared how the service was crucial for her mother's well-being and her own ability to manage daily life, expressing deep concern about the lack of alternatives.
Hull City Council acknowledged the situation, stating they were recently informed of the energy supplier's actions leading to the closure. While the council was not involved in the closure decisions, they are actively reviewing how to provide alternative support for those whose care was commissioned from Endike Community Care. Individuals funding their own care independently are advised to contact the council for assistance.
