City of Edinburgh Council

Asking for support


Ask us to assess your needs

Tell us about your situation, get advice or make a referral.

Learn who can get care and support

Information on who is entitled to social care services.

Ask for your needs as a carer to be assessed

If you look after someone else, your own needs can be assessed.

Arrange for someone to speak on your behalf

Independent advocates can help make sure your voice is heard.


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Ask Social Care for advice
Social Care Direct

Health and Social Care

Chesser House, 500 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 3YJ

Tel: 0131 200 2324

Email: socialcaredir
ect@edinburgh.gov.uk