Who you could support

Adult social care is provided to people aged 18 and over with a range of conditions and support needs. These include:

Autism

Support for autistic adults varies greatly as autism is a spectrum condition. Some people live independently. Others may need support with certain tasks or 24-hour specialist support. 

Brain injury

Support groups and charities help people suffering from, and caring for those with, brain injuries. Social care staff can also help survivors regain their independence after a hospital stay or illness. 

Dementia

Social care staff support individuals at home by observing and guiding them to complete tasks such as washing, dressing and preparing food for themselves. 

Domestic abuse survivors

Support for victims and families affected by domestic abuse by helping them get to a safe house or refuge and providing information on their legal rights and options. 

Drug and alcohol issues

Support for individuals struggling with drug and alcohol issues, offering rehabilitation services and support groups. 

End-of-life care

Support for individuals who need end-of-life care during their final hours, days or months, ensuring they are comfortable and their needs are met. 

Homelessness

Support for homeless individuals, offering shelter, food, healthcare, and help in finding permanent housing. 

Learning disabilities

Support ranges from a few hours a week to round-the-clock care. This can include help with cooking, shopping, personal care, managing money or getting a job. 

Mental health issues

Support includes providing information on different types of social care, how to access it and the benefits of social care. 

Older people

Support is provided for older people to live safe, independent, and fulfilling lives. This might include help with cooking, shopping, personal care or support with managing money or getting a job. 

Physical difficulties

In partnership with adults who have complex needs and their families, support for people to identify, agree and meet their goals. 

Reablement

This is a form of intermediate care focusing on helping individuals to learn or re-learn skills necessary for daily living following a hospital stay. Social care staff support individuals at home by observing and guiding them to complete tasks. 

Working age adults

Support for working age adults with complex needs. This could involve helping individuals to connect with local communities, planning for changing needs and wishes, and working closely with other services to support the individual to make informed decisions about their care and support.