Weather disruption
Winter weather is causing disruption to services in some parts of the county. Find out what services may be affected in your area.
Simple changes can help you be more independent
Sometimes a simple change can make a big difference, this could be small changes to your home for example with equipment or technology. Find out how to make living at home easier, safer, and more comfortable.
Ask us to look at what care and support you need
If you have tried some of our simple suggestions and still need support contact the adult social care team for further advice about what could help and if necessary we can arrange an assessment.
Contact the adult social care team
If you need help with things like washing and dressing, there may be financial help available to provide support in your own home.
Find out if you can get some financial help to get some care.
Once you have spoken to our Adult Access Team, they may advise you that an assessment is required to explore in more detail what you can do independently and help you to achieve the things that you are finding difficult
If we find you do not qualify for care
We will still give you advice and information on how you could do things differently.
If we find you do qualify for care
We will develop a support plan with suggestions of how your care and support needs could be met including how much this may cost and whether you choose
- for Dorset Council to arrange care on your behalf
- to receive a direct payment and arrange care yourself
We will need to complete a financial assessment to work out what you will pay towards your care.
If you have someone that helps you with day to day tasks, they can get support from Carer Support Dorset who can provide information, advice or guidance for carers. They can also request a Carers Assessment.