Services for older people
We provide social care services to older people who have problems related to illness, disability or ageing, with an emphasis on maintaining independence in their own home. We can also offer support to the carers of older people.
There are many services we provide for older people. You can find more details below. Top services for older people tasks Home careHome care, sometimes called domiciliary care, can help you to remain living independently and safely in your own home. There are many different types of support available, depending on your individual needs. See the home care page for more details. Health advice for older peopleWe also provide health and medical advice for older people, including information about hospice care and how to manage if you are returning home following a stay in hospital.  | |  | | Related information from NHS ChoicesLinks to health information for older people on the NHS Choices website.
Heatwave - be preparedMost of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot for too long there are health risks. If a heatwave hits this summer, make sure the hot weather doesn't harm you or anyone you know by reading the advice on the heatwave - be preparedpage.
Men's health 60-plusThe men's health 60-pluspage contains information and advice for older men about looking after their health, including lowering your cholesterol; knowing your prostate; walking your way to health; and eating well.
Women's health 60-plusThe women's health 60-pluspage contains information and advice for older women about looking after their health, including self-help pain relief; keeping your blood pressure healthy; living with incontinence; and maintaining your strength and balance.
Your health, your wayThe your health, your wayguide provides information about long-term conditions and self care and includes sections on your healthcare; courses and support; healthy living; help at home; and money and legal issues.
Eat well over 60As you get older, a balanced diet will help you to maintain a healthy weight and will provide you with the nutrients your body needs to keep working well. For more information on healthy eating, see the eat well over 60page. .gif "Content supplied by NHS Choices")
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Adult social care services - useful information
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- Dignity in Care network
The Dignity in Care initiative has been set up to ensure all people are treated with dignity when using health and social care services. The Dignity in Care network provides information about dignity in care, the Dignity Campaign and Dignity Champions.
- The Care Quality Commission - reports, surveys and reviews
Use this page to find detailed information from any CQC inspection; themed inspections that look at specific standards, sectors or types of care; surveys, which collect feedback on the experiences of people using health care services; and more.
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Customer services centre (social care enquiries)
Full contact details for the customer services centre, including how to call in personally, can be found below.
social.care@northyorks.gov.uk
Tel: 0845 034 9410
Fax: 01609 532009
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Compliments, complaints, comments and concerns (adult social care)
Help us get it right. Please tell us your views about adult social care services provided by North Yorkshire County Council. Your comments can help us to improve our services and plan for the future.
social.complaints@northyorks.g...
Tel: 01609 532638
Fax: 01609 532025
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