City of Edinburgh Council

Social care and health


Find out how we can work to support you at home

Help and advice on everyday tasks such as washing, dressing and preparing meals.

Ask about support for your needs

Get advice or make a referral and check who is entitled to services.

Get support if you work as an unpaid carer

Help, advice and short breaks for people who provide care for a relative, partner or friend.

Find out about the cost of care

Who needs to contribute, free services and charges.


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Social care for children

Care services for children and families.

Child and adult protection

What to do about a child or adult at risk of harm.

Health and medical information

Information on local health services, leaving hospital and therapy at home.

How Direct Payments work

Buy and arrange your own support using Direct Payments.


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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

Relevant local health and advice links