Search results for social care
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Giving someone power of attorney - Social care and support guide
Read about putting in place a power of attorney, which can give you peace of mind that someone you trust is in charge of your affairs.
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Someone to speak up for you (advocate) - Social care and support guide
Find someone who can sit with you in assessments, speak up for you and help you fill in forms.
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Social care telephone helplines and forums - Social care and support guide
Speak to someone about social care and support.
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Getting a care needs assessment - Social care and support guide
How to get assessed by your local council to see what type of care you need.
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Financial assessment (means test) for social care - Social care and support guide
A financial assessment (also known as a means test) is an assessment to decide if your council will pay towards your care and support.
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Care for people with mental health problems (Care Programme Approach) - Social care and support guide
Help with money, support at home and medicines.
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Care and support plans - Social care and support guide
This is a document written by your council and describes the care and support you need.
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Abuse and neglect of adults at risk (safeguarding) - Social care and support guide
Find out what to do if you or someone you know is being abused or neglected.
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Moving from children's social care to adults' social care - Social care and support guide
As disabled young people reach the age of 18, a different team will take over any care services (transitioning).
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How to deal with challenging behaviour in children - Social care and support guide
Read some tips on how to deal with challenging behaviour in children.