How can we help you?

At some time in their lives, many people may need some help to remain independent in the community. Such help may be required on a temporary basis or as a more permanent solution to long–standing difficulties.

The Health and Social Care Department provides a wide range of adult social care services, from simple requests for equipment to more complex support packages. These services include helping people in their own homes, residential care, day care, counselling, advocacy and a variety of other support schemes.

Services are provided to:

  • older people
  • people with physical disabilities and/or with sight
  • or hearing impairments
  • people with learning disabilities
  • people with mental health difficulties
  • people in need of drugs, alcohol or HIV/AIDS services
  • services
  • carers.

The Health and Social Care Department helps people to lead lives which are as full and independent as possible. Priority is given to those who live alone and whose physical safety and well–being may be at risk. Support is also available for carers: the family or friends who are looking after someone at home.

Who do I contact?

What happens after I have made contact?

Will I have to pay for care services?

Free personal care

Planning your services: your personal care plan

What if it is not possible to meet my needs?


Contacts
Name: Social Care Direct
Tel: 0131 200 2324