What is adult social care?
Adult social care supports people transitioning into adulthood and those over 18’s who need help because of age, disability, illness or other circumstances. It helps you:
- stay independent
- live with dignity
- have more control over your life.
Everyone should have choice, flexibility and control over their care. Local councils, care providers and the government work together to support this.
How we can help
We provide advice, guidance and practical support to help you:
- live independently
- make informed decisions about your care
- find clear information and support.
How we support you
We offer:
- short-term support to help you regain independence
- long-term care options if you need ongoing support
- support for carers who look after someone else.
Finding the right support
If you think you need a care and support assessment, we’ll first help you explore local services that could support your independence.
You can use the My Care Directory to find:
- information and advice to manage your care and wellbeing
- local activities, services and charities
- care providers and paid services.
You can also visit our Living Independently page for support with: