Grapevine Community Respiratory Support Service provides local disability information and advice for people affected by Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and other respiratory conditions and has now been extended to people who have developed Long Covid respiratory symptoms. Support is provided on a free, confidential and independent basis in Edinburgh.
Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCiL) are working together with Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership to provide this service. It is funded for 2 days per week and there is limited capacity. Please note that someone may be placed on a waiting list due to demand.
Assistance and information can be provided on the following:
- disability benefits – benefits check/information on how to claim benefits/assistance to complete PIP, Attendance Allowance forms and ESA Work Capability Questionnaires, support with benefit appeals.
- finance
- transport/travel
- housing
- self-directed support
- community care
- employment/education
- equality and access issues
Support is currently provided either by phone, video call or email. Home visits have resumed and are offered on an essential basis only at the moment
There is a factsheet opens a new window which can be printed out and given to patients
