Adult Social Care

Helping people who are older, living with disability or have a mental illness to stay safe and live independently. You can find information and advice about the care and support we can offer, as well as options for people with more complex needs.
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Getting help from Social Care

If you have care and support needs or know someone who finds it difficult to look after themselves we may be able to help you

Health and wellbeing

Stay active, reduce risks to your health and support if you are unwell or have a medical condition or disability

Travel and transport

If you need a blue badge or additional help with parking, there are a number of schemes to help you to get around

Housing and care home options

If you, or a loved one, find it hard to manage at home there are options available, including sheltered housing, assisted living or residential care

Staying independent

There is technology and equipment available that can help you stay in your home for as long as possible

Money and legal

Find out what benefits you can claim for and what to do if you need to look after someone else's affairs

Help for carers

If you look after someone there is support and services available to help you in your caring role

Protecting adults from risk of harm

If you are worried that someone is at risk of harm, neglect or being abused, report it as soon as possible

End of life care

Support and advice for when a loved one is nearing the end of their life