The first thing to do is to contact your local Social Services Department. They are part of your local council and their phone number can be found in the phone book, alternatively your doctors surgery, library or local advice centre may be able to help. Social Services will appoint a care manager to your case and will carry out an assessment of need to determine the level of assistance you require...

If you require care services and require assistance from Social Services you may be expected to contribute towards the fees. The amount you have to pay will be determined by social services following their financial assessment. Your contribution is usually paid direct to social services...

We have compiled a list of useful contacts that may help you when making the choice of care provider...